A knit hem option we include in the Clever Crossing Variations (CC) is the curved front hem. It can be used on any double layer front, like the CC Surplice design, to add shaping at the hemline. What can catch you off guard about this hemline is that it needs to…
Sewing ideas are everywhere at an Original Sewing and Quilt Expo and we are proud to be part of the inspiration. Since we are now on the road south from the Raleigh OSQE to the ASG Annual conference in Orlando, we decided to share with you some highlights from our…
We love to sew knits, and we are happy to encourage you to sew fun knit tops with a variation to the Tabula Rasa Knit Tee and Tunic. Welcome to the Clever Crossing Variations. We called this package of variations Clever Crossings because it is full of great patterns, templates…
Is sewing for summer different from sewing in the cooler seasons? If you live in a seasonal climate like I do, the answer is yes. Hot and humid weather calls for clothing that is effortless, light, airy and washable. No opportunities to get lost in layers of facings, interfacings, linings…
As we in the United States wish a Happy Birthday to America, we often sport clothes in the colors of the flag. Red, white and blue is such a classic color combination. Since all our patriotic holidays are in the summer, it’s the warm weather wardrobe that calls for red,…
This spring I realized that I am down to 2 pairs of capri pants, only one of which I actually like. I am especially sad that my favorite pair of denim capris has gone missing; they had the perfect degree of stretch and were well broken in, soft and comfy…
My sewing studio is my refuge and lately I want to hide there. Last Wednesday I went to the studio in the morning and turned on the radio to keep me company. The news was bleak and after catching up with the breaking news that included shootings, fires, and wars,…
Sewing hems in knits always involves a machine finish. I am not sure I have ever put a successful hand-hem into a contemporary knit garment. Machine hemming is part of the process of taming your knits to look effortless and insuring they will live a long life. So, let’s take a…
I have been sewing for years, over 55 at least. It began with hand stitching while my mom sewed on the machine. She was great at conjuring up hand sewing projects for my dolls in an effort to keep me away from her precious sewing machine. But, as soon as…
If you follow fashion you know that each season the magazines identify trends to help you curate a wardrobe that is “Au Courant”. We don’t usually think of our pattern collection and design direction as trendy, but this year some of the spring and summer trends fall right in line…
Carpe Diem Dress & Tunic
Price range: $20.00 through $30.00
Sewing Quilted Patchwork Jackets
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Tabby Jacket
Price range: $15.00 through $20.00
