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?
Tag: handmade
Miss Nickel Pants
The Miss Nickel is a cargo pant pattern with a unique front yoke and a HUGE variety of pocket styles.
Sun Dog Mitts
Sun dogs are an optical phenomenon that consists of a bright spot on one or both sides of the Sun within a 22° halo. They are a somewhat common occurrence here in the winter. When trying to come up with a name for these mitts I wanted something that reminded me of winter and potentially came… Continue reading Sun Dog Mitts
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.
Oh Yes We Did! Presenting Miss Bonfire
Well, people asked and we listened! Or more accurately, we "premonitioned". The Miss Bonfire hoodie was already in the works when we released the girls Bonfire version so you have no idea how hard it was to keep that to ourselves for the last few months!
The Tundra Top
Welcome to the fastest Sofiona sew thus far!! We are starting to be known as "clean, but not quick" and I'm totally good with that! But I also know that people want a quick make and it's been a regular conversation around Sofiona headquarters that we need to keep the quick sews in mind.
Fireweed Dress
With the 3 possible locations for the flounces (or not), this is where you can make some choices that suit your style. I, personally, love the way I can make matching dresses without fully matching by choosing only certain flounces or using trim instead.
Juniper
This pattern comes as either a completely reversible peplum shirt, or as a knee length dress. The front bodice boasts clean lines and a slight boatneck neckline.
Dandelion Tank
All about the Dandelion Tank and Peplum by Sofiona Designs. A free pattern with code in the Sofiona Fan Group on Facebook.
The Cat’s Out of the Bag and We’re Calling It: Lynx
While this cold shoulder top is designed for wovens, this pattern is best suited to those with some good drape and flow (think rayons, voiles, tencels, etc).
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