We need to talk about and be part of the collective voice speaking about realities in sewing. There’s the overwhelming expectation in the sewing world that when we look for patterns we must find the ones that are made specifically for our body types and then we won't have to worry about fitting issues. We chalk this magic up to “good drafting”. But is that really all it is?
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Miss Nickel Pants
The Miss Nickel is a cargo pant pattern with a unique front yoke and a HUGE variety of pocket styles.
Poppy Apron
An apron is pretty basic piece and I didn't want to spend time creating a pattern that had already been done many times before. I mean, what do we really need? Some fabric on the front of us and some straps to keep it in place, right? I spent a significant amount of time looking through inspiration and then specifically at aprons online hoping to find some connection that wasn't already done.
Forest for Girls
I have finally fixed my drafting issue with the girls' Forest dress and can release this pattern. Those who have been around for awhile know that we won't put a pattern out if we feel there's an issue we can fix.
Making More of Miss Fern
Today we have Parts 2 and 3 that are designed to go together with the Miss Fern for a variety of summer dresses.
The Forest Dress
It's summertime and I've been wanting to tackle a fitted woven pattern for awhile. I have NO idea what I was even thinking, but a gazillion months later and we finally have a pattern to share.
The Miss Fern Tiered Skirt
During this round of testing the Miss Fern skirt, we really learned a lot about how much the fabric dictates the fit of this waistband. I'm going to point out the big areas of consideration and I have some general tips including a gathering video down below. Let's get into this.
A Half-Zip Clover Hack
We have a special guest that has been testing for us for awhile now who has created a hack for Clover that we think you might enjoy.
Some New Gift Giving Patterns
A bunch of new patterns this month just in time for holiday handmade gifts that don't take a lot of time.
The Natural Canvas Part 1
This collection is all about art and how we see art in the world. You KNOW with Sofiona that we take our cues from northern Canadian nature and so "The Natural Canvas" was a clear winner when we sat down to think about our take on this theme.
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