Sew Spoiled

Are you tired of all the same old projects? Looking for something new! Here are a few new patterns that just came out!  Lisette For Butterick B6168 Sewing Pattern | Shop | Oliver + S The front of this dress is amazing! I love the folded pleats and the keyhole at the top. Lisette For Butterick B6183 Sewing Pattern | Shop | Oliver + S These capri pants would be perfect in the spring! Dahlia by Colette Patterns This pattern looks very simple and flattering!  Issues  |  Seamwork Magazine  by Colette Patterns This is a magazine, once you subscribe you can download that issue. B6167 | Misses' Dress | Patterns by Gertie | Butterick Patterns This is a gorgeous dress! It needs a little cover up for the shoulders. Super cute! Happy Sewing!

I am so excited about my new black with white polka dots skirt. I first saw this type of skirt walking around the outlet mall. This skirt was in the window of J.Crew calling to me. Right away, I could see the potential of it in my wardrobe. I wanted it!!! I knew I could recreate it so I didn't even look at the J.Crew price. Since then, I have learned that is was $85. Wow! I am so glad that I decided to make my own. I used this free online Skirt Pattern  and bought the fabric at JoAnn's for $6 per yard. The pattern does not come with pockets so I borrowed the pocket template from the  Iris Shorts pattern  by Colette Patterns. I cut 4 pocket pieces out and stitched each one 3" from the top of the skirt. There is an invisible zipper to install on the back of the skirt. There are also 4 darts, 2 in the front and 2 in the back. If you are unsure how to sew darts here is an excellent  dart video tutorial . Overall, I am happy with my results. I saved money, it is tail...

 After you find an A-line skirt pattern , I am using  One Yard Wonders 101  template . Make a muslin of your skirt! It only takes a few minutes to make a muslin version. Just baste stitch the side seams and make adjustments for your hips. Once your template is right you can make all the skirts your heart desires, so it is important to get the perfect fit first. Now we are ready to cut the "good" fabric and sew! ---------------------------------- ---------------------------------- ---------------------------------- ---------------------------------- Flip the skirt right side out and put it on!! You are done!! It is super easy and your new skirt will look store made.  Plus there is no hand stitching the lining to the main fabric. If you have any questions please comment below or email me at leah.sewspoiled@gmail.com .  WooHooo!! A-Line Skirt Pattern Finds