Tag: Pattern Test

• Just in time for summer: True Bias Zoey

  

  Overview: I haven’t pattern tested in a while, but I was delighted to test for True Bias for the first time. Introducing Zoey, True Bias newest pattern, a strappy tank just in time for warm weather. The Zoey was simple to sew, one of my favorite things for spring/summer makes. I made both of mine […]

  March 30, 2022

  Pattern Test, Sewing, Tops

  band, black and white, fabric mart fabrics, featured, indie, indie pattern, Pattern Test, spring, straps, stripe, summer, tank, tank top, true bias, v neck, zoey, zoey tank

• Nautical Wrap Top: Untitled Thoughts Mathilde

  

  The Mathilde as a tp

  July 14, 2020

  Sewing, Tops

  blue and white, featured, indie pattern, ITY, knit, nautial, Pattern Test, peplum, top, Untitled Thoughts, wrap top

• Chartruese Caftan: IVEY Goddess Gown

  

  Check out this new pattern company!

  July 9, 2020

  Dresses, Sewing

  caftan, Chartreuse, featured, indie pattern, IVIYE, kaftan, leopard, Pattern Test, peachskin

• Tiered Mini Dress: Chalk+Notch Marcel

  

  New pattern alert!

  July 7, 2020

  Dresses, Pattern Test, Sewing, Tops

  Chalk and Notch, circles, consistency challenge, featured, gathers, geometric, layers, Pattern Test

• Ultimate Dress with Pockets: Designer Stitch Jasmine

  

  I love pockets and I love dress so a dress with pockets is always a win.

  February 21, 2020

  Dresses, Pattern Test, Sewing

  Designer Stitch, featured, Jasmine, madison, neckband, Pattern Test, pattern tester, pockets, ponte, princess seams, rayon ponte, swayback

• Colorblock Sheath: Designer Stitch Madison

  

  I love a good colorblocked dress and this one is great!

  December 20, 2019

  Dresses, Pattern Test, Sewing

  colorblocking, Designer Stitch, featured, indie pattern, Pattern Test, pattern testing, ponte

• Closet Case Pietra

  

  Closet Case recently released three new patterns, The Rome Collection (in pdf and print).  This new collection includes the Cielo Top/Dress, the Fiore Skirt and the Pietra Pants. I had the opportunity to test the Pietra pants which are described as “flat front, high-waisted silhouette with the comfort of an elastic waist in the back; featuring […]

  July 12, 2019

  Pants, Pattern Test, Sewing

  closet case, indie pattern, Pattern Test, Pietra Pants, Rome Collection

• Sweatshirt with a Twist: Kommatia Iris

  

  Latest Kommatia pattern.

  April 17, 2019

  Sewing, Tops

  bands, crop, double knit, kommatia, Pattern Test, ribbing, sweatshirt, textured knit

• Statement Blazer – Closet Case Jasika

  

  My proudest make yet!

  February 28, 2019

  jackets, Pattern Test, Sewing

  animal, back vent, blazer, buttonholes, buttons, closet case, corded buttonholes, corduroy, featured, indie pattern, interfacing, leopard, lining, notch collar, Pattern Test, pattern tester, pattern testing, piping, satin, shoulder pads, two piece sleeve, welt pockets

• Little Purple Dress: Kommatia Beatnik

  

  Kommatia Patterns has done it again! Here is another must have dress The Beatnik.

  October 2, 2018

  Dresses, Pattern Test, Sewing

  bodycon, cap sleeves, eggplant, fall, fitted, high neck, indie pattern, knee, kommatia, midi, mini, mock neck, Pattern Test, scuba, winter

• Transitional Jumpsuit: Closet Case Amy

  

  Perfect jumpsuit to transition to fall!

  September 6, 2018

  Jumpsuit/Rompers, Pattern Test, Sewing

  amy jumpsuit, closet case, fall, indie pattern, jumpsuit, Pattern Test, pattern tester, pdf pattern, polyester, summer, transition

• Twinning: ModKid Sage

  

  Twinning dress

  August 18, 2018

  Girls, Pattern Test, Sewing

  denim, indie pattern, modkid, Pattern Test, pattern testing, pdf pattern, printed denim, sage dress, snaps, Twinning

• Everyday Pants: Designer Stitch Shaki

  

  So comfy you’ll want to wear them every day!

  July 31, 2018

  Pants, Pattern Test, Sewing

  Designer Stitch, elastic waist, fabric mart, indie pattern, ITY, Pattern Release, pattern review, Pattern Test, pdf pattern, yoga

• Floral Denim V-Back Dress: Closet Case Fiona

  

  I hate buttonholes, but I love this dress!

  June 27, 2018

  Dresses, Pattern Test, Sewing

  buttons, closet case, cross straps, denim, fabric mart fabrics, featured, Fiona, floral denim, indie pattern, Open back, patch pockets, Pattern Test, pattern testing, pdf pattern, summer, sundress

• Eden Jumpsuit by Designer Stitch

  

  Another great pattern test!

  May 8, 2018

  Jumpsuit/Rompers, Pattern Test, Sewing

  cropped pant, designer linen, Designer Stitch, Eden Jumpsuit, elastic waist, fabric mart, facing, indie pattern, invisible zipper, joann, linen, linen blend, Pattern Test, pdf pattern, sash belt, v neck

• Seersucker Spring Break Short by ModKid

  

  I’m so pleased to have had another opportunity to test a ModKid* pattern! My prior experiences with both the Leilani Romper/Dress and Wren Dress and Crop Top have been great. I’ve also purchased the Annika Sweater but haven’t had a chance to review it. Back to my latest review of the newly released Spring Break* Shorts. I love them and […]

  April 12, 2018

  Girls, Kids, Pattern Test, Sewing

  affiliate, elastic waist, featured, gathers, indie pattern, modkid, Pattern Test, pattern tester, pdf pattern, seersucker, shorts, spring break shorts, teen

• ModKid Wren Dress+Crop Top

  

  I jumped at the chance to be a tester for the Wren Tank Dress + Crop Top pattern by Modkid because I love a 2-n-1 outfit. The dress can be worn alone or with this adorable crop top. The dress features a knit bodice for easy pull on wear while the gathered skirt and crop […]

  August 22, 2017

  Girls, Kids, Pattern Test, Sewing

  2-n-1, arm band, buttons, crop top, dress, gathered skirt, girls dress, knit, modkid, modkidwren, neckband, Pattern Test, pullover

• ModKid Leilani Romper

  I had the opportunity to test the Leilani pattern from ModKid thanks to Sewing Portfolios! Isn’t it the cutest? Leilani comes in girls (2T to 8/9) and tween sizes (10-18). As a bonus the tween 14, 16 and 18 equals a women’s XS, S, M. Matching mommy and me or sisters outfits, anyone? Both sizes […]

  May 18, 2017

  Girls, Pattern Test, Sewing

  girls pattern, indie pattern, Pattern Test, romper

• Army Green Jumpsuit: Anitra Blog Tour Style Sew Me

  

  I was glad to accept Eryn’s invite to participate in this blog tour. Eryn is the fashion, sewing and lifestyle blogger behind SewStyleMe. If you don’t follow her already, you should! This Anitra Jumpsuit* is her latest pattern release. This jumpsuit features a dramatic drop crotch gathered pant, wide neckline, elastic waist and side pockets. […]

  April 27, 2017

  Girls, Jumpsuit/Rompers, Pattern Test, Sewing

  anitra blog tour, anitra jumpsuit, army green, draped leg, jumper, knits, Pattern Test, style sew me