Hello there ! I'm in my early fifties and love to sew! I have a big fabric collection and love to try new fabrics and patterns. My channel shows my journey planning and sewing a handmade wardrobe, my makes and pattern and fabric purchases too. I tend to produce monthly makes, Friday sews vlogs, pattern reviews and seasonal plans. I'm beginning to explore wardrobe curating personal style and pattern drafting 😁
Your Yantas are so lovely. I have been thinking about having a go at these for ages and I think you have made my mind up! Great idea for a bit of embroidery on the back pocket too. That mauve linen/viscose would look lovely with your blue hand sewn top. I have just made the Fibre Mood Elisa shirt and loved it so much I have ordered some more poplin (that I don't use that much) I have also just bought the Arden Pants pattern as I like simple pairs of trousers, usually in linen. The Empress Mills footage was great but sadly way too far from where I live now (I used to live in Yorkshire and liked having a good rummage through the yarn mills!)
Yep, chapters worked. OMG Empress Mills was wonderful to see. We used to bypass Colne when we used to travel to the Dales from South Wales . Loving your makes too. I always enjoy listening to you. 😊. Happy Sewing and Happy Holiday. Lynne
I love the jumpsuit! It is so cute!!! The top is so cute 😍 I like the challenge you joined. The quilt you want to make will be so beautiful. So nice visiting with you.
Thanks Monica. It's not too tricky, I haven't made many bags but it's got good instructions....Mine was literally scraps so I thought no loss .....I could film the next one I make if it would be helpful?
Thanks Gerry.Not elastic, there's a tie. It does tend to ride up a bit if I'm bending etc.....presumably it just finds the narrowest bit! It falls back when I walk and stand tho..I know some people have made it without the tie.
Wow you are on a roll! Some really lovely useful makes. Having seen the bag - it is amazing! The dress looks great with the change in pocket placement. The tal top is great for the nerida Hanson fabric. The cozzies are brilliant too. I’m doing lots of planning but no sewing!
Thanks Avril. In this top it's really easy. I'll try and remember to add it to the next vlog! Remind me if I forget. I think it's one of the most common adjustments people need!
@@debsmadethis I have very slopey (is that a word?) and slouched shoulders and have been trying to figure out how to make things fit properly so I would appreciate it. Forgive me for lack of knowledge but I'm quite new to RU-vid vlogs - but it looks like you go wild swimming? That must be awesome 😎
@AvrilBrown-ld6gm I think we worked out I've been swimming outside for about 11 years. It is wonderful and often interesting !! There are to aspects to your shoulder the angle to the neck which can be any thing for squared off to sloping, and the placement relative to the centre line. Even little changes to fit here help the garment fit a lot better. I think Lucy from Sew Essential did a good series on back and shoulder adjustments....you could have a look there in the first instance?
You have made a great variety of projects all really great! I like the idea of being able to change your bag straps as I do that all the time to match my outfits with purchased bags. I haven’t started making bags yet. I look forward to seeing your next videos!
Thanks Jan! I think now the pockets are in a better place I'll feel happier wearing it! It was a lovely straightforward make. I used bias tape to make the channel....forgot to put the pic in but that made the only fiddly bit much easier! 😁
Busy, busy month of lovely makes!! Love them all. I have been busy too. Made loads and especially love the Andi set by Swim Style patterns (made 2) and the Atelier Jupe Lea dress. Looking forward to your August makes. Happy Sewing. 😊 Lynne
Ooo the Andi looks fun Lynne! That ruched detail! I havent ever made an Atelier Jupe pattern either...how did you find it? Do they have quite a narrow size available...(Trying to work out why I haven't!!)
@@debsmadethis yes, the Andi set is fun ( Sew Sarah Style has a great vlog). Made several Atelier Jupe patterns and in general they are great but instructions can confuse me a bit sometimes so I am grateful for the Sewalongs by Andrea of Beyond the Pink Door. Size range is not huge but goes up to a Uk 24. Hope this helps.
Your shirt dress is gorgeous, as is your cuff top! I love that you added pockets to your swim bag - my husband bought me a commercially made one. It's great to stand on while getting changed, but it's very bulky when the drawstring is pulled up, which is a bit awkward when I go for my post swim coffee! First world problems! 😆
Ooo interesting! I had been using a little mat and a bag that's getting more and more grotty for years ..and had this in my head to make for forever! I was thinking about a rucksack style one but tbh with summer kit I don't need that much room....unless I take cake !! 😂
Wonderful makes, especially your dress, really suits you. Love the egg bag, made myself one and have made 10 for gifts, I think I am done now! Would love to see your vintage machines
As usual lovely makes Debbie. I am also a vintage sewing machine freak!!! I have a few...in some instances they are much better than the new machines. I was making a bag in the last two weeks with vegan leather, my reasonably high spec Janome couldn't cope, my modern Singer Heavy Duty couldn't cope but my hand crank 1939 128K Singer went through it like butter. They really are fantastic machines and so simple. I would be very interested in any vlogs you make regarding adjustments.❤
Love your Reeta. I'm half way through one, which I must now finish, inspired by you. I have a Jones, 1977ish - it was my 21st birthday present. Not been used for years 😢
Ooo fab, glad to inspire a completed make 😘 You could probably refurbish your Jones quite easily. I've been pleasantly surprised how little repair/maintenance required on many of these machines.
Oh wow Debs you have a lot of great plans! I really like the look of the peacock linen but it sounds like you’re gonna get more wear out of the lighter blue. I also vote for “small well-behaved flowers” think they will look summery even if the sun doesn’t make an appearance. I made a few woven T-shirts for work and they’ve been super-easy to wear so planning to make more.
Thank you! I may have managed to get myself another option for the Yantas too! I keep meaning to make a Scout tee or Evelyn blouse to add to the wardrobe too! Woven tees are such a good option! Thanks for watching ☺️
Thank you! I may have managed to get myself another option for the Yantas too! I keep meaning to make a Scout tee or Evelyn blouse to add to the wardrobe too! Woven tees are such a good option! Thanks for watching ☺️
Deb, I have a question about the Peppermint Magazine wide leg pants. Do you know why the zipper is installed left handed? I didn't realize this until after I completed the pants. Suzanne
Interesting Suzanne. Mine aren't, from memory but I might have changed something. I don't have a lot of internet access atm but will check out the pattern instructions when I can and let you know! Thanks for watching!
Lots of lovely ideas Debs. I have made the Bardon dress and the Sauvie Sun dress, I made the Bardon dress and it was so shapeles that I ended up putting an elastic Into the waist and wore it recently on holiday and I really enjoyed wearing it. The Sauvie Sun dress with the elastic waist was also a great success. Can I suggest you look at The Hinterland dress from Sew Liberated, which is perfect for layering.
Thank you Margaret 😊 Elastic often so helpful. Yes good idea - I've made a Hinterland and am partway through their pattern hacking Creative Hinterland course. I m wanting to make a sleeveless one with pintucks next I think!
That dress you have on is just lovely and the fabric is stunning. I would be very interested to see the Sauvie made up. I keep thinking about making this. I don't see why woven patches wouldn't work for the nest top given that the rest of the bodice would stretch, I just don't know how good they would look - I also have that pattern but am saving it to make for the winter. I am having a 'Donny' moment having just made two and about to start on a third. I am thinking perhaps I will wear this style for the summer rather than pulling on a t-shirt which is what I usually do!
Thanks Kate, you know I had forgotten all about the Donny. I made a couple one was less successful due to fabric choice. That might work for a hand sewn project!! You may be officially a genius ! 😁Ta !!
Lovely plans X I’m currently toileing the Avid seamstress sundress, I think I’ve nearly got the fit 🤞🏻 I definitely put things off if I’m not feeling the feels, which is why I have so many WIPS Good luck with your summer sewing ❤
Thanks Sam!☺️ Oh well done that sundress is so lovely. I don't really do WIP s once I start cutting out it gets done, but I definitely have a couple abandoned after all the toiles in the the world! 😬😂
Loving the plans. Teal for Yantas I think and the duvet for the Closet Core Crew dress. I love that pattern but currently not in a position to sign up at the moment. Stripy t shirt fabric looks so good. Hand stitching on hols- what a fab idea- very restful. Definitely one to think about when holidaying in the UK. I have been busy making wrap skirts and blouses as Co-ords as well as dresses and wide leg flowy trousers but so frustrated at the weather I haven’t worn everything yet! Happy Sewing😊. Lynne
Oh thanks Lynne. Well you are going to have a beautiful wardrobe when the sun comes out!! 🤩 The hand sewing thing is so fab. Scratches my itch to 'do' and produces such lovely garment s too. There's a top tips for hand sewing vlog here somewhere!! D ☺️
lovely plans, and adore your fabrics, wonderful colours. Both options for dungers are lovely, leaning towards the more teal one. I am also making some fresh tee shirts, as mine were tired. Really enjoy your vlogs
@@debsmadethis Thank you, I am using the raglan tee from itch to stitch for cotton Jersey in my stash, forget the name, maybe Henley? For the viscose Jersey besties tee, a swing tee from pattern emporium, and any leftovers big enough the naya tee from Tammy handmade. I usually make shirts, tees are SO quick to make!
I do enjoy your vlogs - we have similar taste. I’ll buy all natural fabrics in blues and I adore a blue stripe jersey - any shade, navy,steel blue etc. I stopped at the eternal maker on the way back from the beach (down in Chichester) with the dog and husband and just had to buy yet more striped blue and white jersey - anyway I’m making two new t shirts - a gable and an Agnes as I like to refresh my t shirts too. I’ve also a steel blue linen pair of burnside bibs cut out as my old pair need replacing. Your plans sound exhausting - I also list 30 things I want to make and forget I sew about 2 things a month and recycle maybe one older project. Your swimsuit looks an amazing fit. The Liberty swimwear fabric is joyous.
Thank you Sarah! ☺️ Yes I have to put a limit on blue fabric because I'll just keep collecting..... especially linen, but I do wear all my blue bottoms 😁😇. I was really pleased with the fit of the sunstar, was going to sew it in the Liberty today but editing the vlog took ages 😁😂 The perfect blue striped jersey is a very lovely thing!
Thanks Kerry! That was what I decided but I got very frustrated wanting to do it properly and alter the pattern. The designer said there wasn't a way to do it !!!!
The colors in your outfit suit you so well!! Of course your "bad" influence and lovely pants made me get the oxbow, but I had my eyes on them for a while already just needed the last push. And I instantly made them up, they turned out really cute, just like yours:)
Very late to comment, but here I am. The top you're wearing is beautiful. It's such a wonderful print for you. The shirt dress looks great. I'm voting for burgundy, though I may be too late. The bag sounds really cool. I love the fabric and webbing choices. Hope life is being kind to you!
Great content today Debs! I would use the darker red ribbon for your dress, maybe only because I'm not a fan of green! I'm currently making an Assembly Line Long Sleeve Tunic which I was enjoying, but I've reached a stage where the instructions are a tad inscrutable (to me, anyway!) and have stalled. I'm hoping when I get back to it all will become clear!
Love the fabric you used for your cuff top Debs, and the Irma pattern looks fab, I would deffo be interested in a shirt comparison video. I recently made Blandine by I am patterns and after wearing it think I need to do a forward shoulder adjustment too, it was strangling me 😂 I’ve also traced out pattern pieces for La Combishort by Atelier Brunette, total wishful thinking on my part that we’ll actually get to see any sun this year 😎 we can only hope
Thank you! Oooo la Combi short looks fab!! What are you going to sew it in?? We finally had some sunshine today for the first time in ages, it was so lovely! 😍
@@debsmadethis I really like the fabric they use in the combi-short pattern but it was sold out in most places, so then I saw some blue/grey viscose with silver grey outlines of trees all over it and went for that instead. Glad you’ve seen some sun, it’s starting to appear here, let’s hope we get more soon!
