Butterick 6378: Two tie neck tops

August 29, 2016.Reading time 3 minutes.

Sometimes, you make one version of a pattern, and you love it so much, you rush have to make another. It wasn’t just the versatility of the pattern that inspired me to sew two (2) versions, it was envy too. When I saw these versions in ready to wear, I had to have one (or […]

A cold shoulder top, dress or tunic

July 6, 2016.Reading time 4 minutes.

I cannot get enough of the cold shoulder look. As with most trends, when I finally get on board, I don’t let go! This is my second cold shoulder project (first one here) and I can tell you, it will not be my last. Here’s the reason I love the cold shoulder look. Showing a […]

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, […]

Color-blocking a wild print into submission

July 23, 2015.Reading time 5 minutes.

To see how I used color blocking to tone down a too- wild print, visit Ellegeemakes.com

McCalls 6883 morphs into a top!

July 20, 2015.Reading time 5 minutes.

I modified a dress with a inset neck into a peplum top on Ellegeemakes.com

This Thursday’s Top is Simplicity 1693; Black + White = Cool

June 25, 2015.Reading time 4 minutes.

For a look at a black and white linen top you can sew, check out ElleGeeMakes.com

Thursday tee: A gauzy top keeps its cool

June 11, 2015.Reading time 4 minutes.

When it comes to the summer tops in my closet, not all are equal or flattering, which means there’s always a reason to try another. And another. And another. Perhaps that’s why I never stop wanting to sew another top! The most beloved tops in my wardrobe are the ones that are comfortable, but not […]