A Textured Knit Cardigan For Spring

February 2, 2018.Reading time 3 minutes.

When I saw this textured knit last winter at Britex, it was love at first sight. I was so taken with the open weave, the natural color, the texture that was remiscent of eyelash knit, that I didn’t bother to check how much stretch it had, or to think about what I might sew […]

First Make of 2018, Goals and a Few Reflections

January 5, 2018.Reading time 6 minutes.

It feels good to be back to blogging after the holidays! I love the parties and fun but I’m very ready to move on, to get back to the routine and back to the sewing room. So, I’m happy to welcome 2018 with a new make, a few goals and some reflections too. I took […]

McCalls 7476-A cardigan for all seasons

November 6, 2016.Reading time 3 minutes.

Hi All! Fall means cardigans because they are the perfect layer to throw over shirts and tee shirts when the weather begins to shift, so I’m always searching for new patterns. I was so pleased to find this new McCall’s option; a cardigan destined for ‘tried and true’ status. It’s easy and versatile with just […]

McCall’s 7430- A sweater dress

October 29, 2016.Reading time 4 minutes.

As you all know, I am a big fan of sweater knits, so much so I tend to stash/horde every one I find. Yes, I have quite a few squirreled away in my sewing nook, so (fair warning here) this is only the beginning of my annual sweater knit obsession. Here is why I […]

Sweater Knits Rule

February 26, 2016.Reading time 4 minutes.

I wear a lot of separates. This fact became obvious to me when I rearranged my closet this week to make room for Spring clothes. There’s nothing wrong with a good separate, and we all need them, but OMG. My closet is crammed with mix and match items. It’s a bit overwhelming when it […]

Thursday Top: Vogue 8815

February 4, 2016.Reading time 5 minutes.

Well, here we are in February, the month that straddles the seasons. The fabric stores are flaunting new lightweight cottons and linens. Yet, I’m still working through my stash of sweater knits. At this point, it’s probably ridiculous to state the obvious – I am a fan of sweater knits. As I’ve confessed before, it’s […]

McCall’s 6708: An animal print cardigan

January 27, 2016.Reading time 5 minutes.

Yes, it’s a jungle out there! A bit of a cliche’ perhaps, but what better way is there to describe what’s happening in the sewing blog world these days? Everywhere, fabulous makes are being crafted from jungle worthy fabrics as part of #Jungle January, a month long walk on the wild side. This […]

Vogue 8831: A sweater knit top with zippers

January 19, 2016.Reading time 5 minutes.

Since I don’t knit, I’ve become a huge fan of sweater knits. With only a few yards of the cozy stuff, you can cut and sew almost any style sweater you want. Here, in rainy Oregon, a person can NEVER have too many sweaters. For this top, I used two coordinating sweater knits from my […]

Vogue 8831 – A long cowl for layering

November 17, 2015.Reading time 4 minutes.

I’ve always loved fall fashion…the chunky coats, the heavy sweaters, all perfect to wear with boots! But I didn’t know what true love was until I found sweater knits. When it comes to cozying up for winter, they are the real deal. Fall means layering pieces for me, and when I sew a base layer, […]