Tag Archives: sewing patterns

Look Like Gisele for the Big Game

Posted on February 1, 2018 by emarch

Hosting the big game this weekend? What’s a girl to wear? There’s no need to don an oversized jersey or bulky sweatsuit. Take some cues from Tom Brady’s wife and look effortless yet pulled together with your team’s colors strategically … Continue reading →

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Sundress Week: Josie Dress by Christine Haynes for Sew News

Posted on July 17, 2017 by Kate

Kate’s Take on the Josie Sundress The first issue of Sew News that was released after I came to work here had the Josie Sundress on the cover. I thought it was so cute, and I thought it might be … Continue reading →

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Summer Sewing Inspiration is Here!

Posted on July 11, 2017 by emarch

I often spend countless hours perusing websites (Pinterest mostly), flipping through magazines (like this one), combing thrift store aisles and simply people watching to find inspiration for my next sewing projects. It’s an exhausting pursuit, albeit super fun. As we … Continue reading →

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Happy Tank Week! I wanted to test a knit tank as well as a woven to have options. These will be my two go-to patterns for summer! First I went with the Rumi by Christine Haynes Patterns. I love Christine … Continue reading →

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Posted on June 23, 2017 by emarch | 2 Comments

#MeMadeMay: Kate’s Favorite Patterns

Posted on May 29, 2017 by Kate

It was only recently that I was introduced to the concept of a “tried and true” pattern — one that you enjoy making and like the fit and style enough to make again and again. I was always a try-something-new … Continue reading →

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Sewing the Gallery Tunic

Posted on February 9, 2017 by Kate

Did you read our Gallery Tunic Sew-Along back in August? Even though I was the one who posted it, I wasn’t the one who sewed the sample garment. I have to admit, though, as I cleaned up the text and … Continue reading →

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BurdaStyle Cape Top

Posted on November 9, 2016 by Kate

Seasonally appropriate? Not in the least! I’m a summer girl, so sometimes the only thing that gets me through fall and winter is dreaming about when the warm weather will come around again. That’s what was behind my choice to … Continue reading →

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How To Sew Leggings

Posted on October 11, 2016 by Kate

Leggings have been a trend for a while, but it’s one I hadn’t really gotten into. But when I saw the article in the Feb/Mar 2016 issue of Sew News about making your own leggings, I decided to give it … Continue reading →

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Up in Arms Blouse featuring Art Gallery Fabrics

Posted on August 29, 2016 by Kate

Shortly after I started working for Sew News in March, I was looking through recent issues and spotted the Up in Arms Blouse (Feb/Mar 2016). I thought it was super cute, and it promptly went on my list of projects … Continue reading →

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Sew with Me: Christine Haynes

Posted on December 21, 2015 by Amanda Carestio

Our newest installment in the Sew with Me series comes from beloved author, designer and teacher Christine Haynes. Chances are you’ve seen Christine’s designs before, an unmistakable blend of vintage detail and modern silhouettes for garments that are both distinct … Continue reading →

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Me Made Monday – Some Sewing Finally!

Posted on June 22, 2015 by Amanda Carestio

Amanda here, chiming in and celebrating my small sewing successes. Why, you ask?Because I finally sewed something! And better yet,  something for myself! Carving out time to sew or create anything is probably my biggest creative challenge these days, thanks … Continue reading →

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Pro Pattern Layout Tips + Comment for a Chance to Win a Prize Pack!

Posted on July 9, 2014 by Andrea

The latest issue of Sew News is jam-packed with free e-patterns, along with tips and techniques to adjust, correct and make those patterns work for you.  Read on to take this refresher course on pattern layout and learn to prep … Continue reading →

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Adding to your summer wardrobe: The Tunic

Posted on June 25, 2013 by Jill

This lovely woman is rocking the internet on blogs and Pinterest  but there isn’t much detail about who she is.  However, we can surmise that she wears this tunic with a certain bit of style and wonderful flair, no?  I … Continue reading →

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Pillow-Making Fun at the Original Sewing & Quilt Expo

Posted on March 27, 2012 by Beth

Last week I had the pleasure of traveling to the Original Sewing & Quilt Expo in Chicago and hosting a fun pillow-making project in the Make-It Center. Expo attendees could drop by the Make-It Center booth any time during the … Continue reading →

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Free Halloween Sewing Projects

Posted on October 12, 2011 by Beth

Have you started sewing Halloween costumes and decorations? Don’t miss these fast and FREE Halloween sewing projects: If you need a last minute costume, choose from 13 cute characters featured in Masquerade Ball, including patterns and full instructions. For easy … Continue reading →

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