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Sewing Pattern Reviews

I love to sew my own clothing, and I have sewn lots and lots of different sewing patterns. I have sewn pdf sewing patterns, and I have also sewn paper patterns like Simplicity, Butterick, and Mccall’s. With all of this sewing I have done, I have a lot of sewing pattern reviews to share.

My favorite patterns to work with are women’s PDF sewing patterns. I sew for my children and my husband, but I mostly sew for myself. I’m trying to switch over to a completely handmade wardrobe, and it is taking me years to get there. I like going slowly to get the right fit and the right style.

In these reviews of sewing patterns you will find pattern alterations for my body type and measurements and pattern hacks. I rarely make a pattern the way it is written, so there are lots of variations. I also make patterns more than once with variations each time.

I recommend trying lots of different patterns and designers to find the one that works best for you. All bodies are asymmetrical with unique shapes and measurements. Each designer has a different block they design with, so it is a really good idea to try a lot of them out to find the one that fits your body closest.

Free sewing patterns are great for beginners and testing out a pattern designer before buying a pattern. I also have some free skirt sewing patterns with unique details for make custom fitted skirts.

 

Lucerne Blouse to Dress with Style Maker Fabrics
Sewing Pattern Reviews

Lucerne Blouse to Dress with Style Maker Fabrics

ByHeather Handmade September 27, 2019December 21, 2020

I lengthened the Lucerne Blouse sewing pattern into a dress. I used beautiful indigo dyed crinkly rayon from Style Maker Fabrics Fall 2019 line. I am so excited to share my latest sewing project with you. I am excited to be part of the Style Maker Fabrics fall tour to showcase all of the new…

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Denim Lander Pants + Rayon Cheyenne Tunic
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Denim Lander Pants + Rayon Cheyenne Tunic

ByHeather Handmade September 19, 2018January 19, 2021

I’ve been working on fitting pants this year, and it’s been a long and hard process. I’m determined to have pants that fit well so I decided to start with the Lander Pants sewing pattern. The fit can still be improved, but it pairs perfectly with my new Cheyenne tunic for a perfect fall outfit!…

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Liberty London Fringe Dress Pattern
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Liberty London Fringe Dress Pattern

ByHeather Handmade April 10, 2018April 8, 2020

If I were a dress, then this is the dress I would be. I love a dress with a simple silhouette but a dress that unique details paired with great fabric. I made the Fringe Dress pattern with Liberty London fabric, and it’s everything I want in a dress. If you are here because you want…

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DIY Denim Joggers
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DIY Denim Joggers

ByHeather Handmade April 5, 2018December 5, 2020

Ever since I bought the Hudson Pants pattern I’ve been interested in making them from woven fabric. I’ve been dragging my feet because I was worried that I wouldn’t like the end result. Then I saw Lauren’s stretch twill joggers a couple of weeks ago. Within a couple of days I cut out this pair and…

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Tencel Burnside Bibs Review
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Tencel Burnside Bibs Review

ByHeather Handmade March 6, 2018December 28, 2020

I decided to sew a new trend, overalls, by using the Burnside Bibs PDF sewing pattern. I was really careful about the shape and color to insure that I would wear it. I haven’t worn overalls for 17 years, so I was worried I would hate them. I just didn’t know how much I needed…

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Harris Tweed Wool Clare Coat
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Harris Tweed Wool Clare Coat

ByHeather Handmade January 30, 2018November 7, 2019

I want to tell you a story about a handmade wool Clare Coat that began with a very special cut of fabric. It makes my wool coat extra special and valuable to me. There are affiliate links in this post. Last Fall I was thrifting like I do every month or so. I always check…

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DIY Doily Dress
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DIY Doily Dress

ByHeather Handmade August 8, 2017January 19, 2021

I’ll be completely honest; this is not a new make. I finished this Doily Dress five years ago for one of my wedding anniversaries. I wear this Doily Dress anytime I have a cocktail event which isn’t very often. I’ve probably worn it once a year since I made it. Recently I added a lace…

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