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DIY Compression Leggings – Review of the Avery Leggings pattern by Helen's Closet

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DIY Compression Leggings – Review of the Avery Leggings pattern by Helen's Closet

Today I'm really excited to share a new make with you. These compression leggings have been on my to-sew list for my upcoming trip to Copenhagen and I've finished them just in time. The pattern is the Avery Leggings by Helen’s Closet and it's amazing. I’ve made a few pairs of leggings before, using a pattern I drafted myself and the Virginia Leggings pattern. They are really fun and easy to sew. And they make great wardrobe staples. The Avery Leggings by Helen’s Closet is an upgrade from the basic leggings pattern. It features a two-piece waistband and a gusset making it more similar to athletic wear. I especially love the high waisted option and that the gusset provides more comfort and ease of movement.

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Patti Pocket Skirt Blog Tour

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Patti Pocket Skirt Blog Tour

Today is my stop on the Patti Pocket Skirt Blog Tour. The Patti Pocket skirt by Amy Nicole is designed for petite women. So, you might be wondering why I’m decided to take it on. Well, Amy sent me a really nice email and asked if I would show how the pattern can be used even if you’re not petite. (I’m 5’11” so definitely not in the petite range at all.) The thing I love most about sewing is that it can be adapted for all body types. As an advocate (is that the right word?) for the #sewingtall community, I’m really happy to see that there are also people promoting sewing for petites. 

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Blog Tour – A Beginner's Guide to Sewing with Knitted Fabrics

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Blog Tour – A Beginner's Guide to Sewing with Knitted Fabrics

A few months ago Wendy Ward asked me if I’d like to review her latest book, “A Beginner’s Guide to Sewing with Knitted Fabric” as part of a blog tour. And of course I jumped at the chance. The first print run of the book sold out so the blog tour was postponed a few months until there would be more books in stock. It’s no surprise that the book would sell out because knit fabric is notoriously tricky to work with. A book like this is a must read for anyone looking to start sewing with knits. But even if you have experience sewing with knits, this book is well worth purchasing because it’s packed with awesome patterns. 

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Swipe through for all the makes I blogged about in 2024 in chronological order 🤗 1. A fabric saving hack of the #LouBoxDress2 💜 2. #seamworkgoldie top 🖤 3. Shirred back hack of the #SewDIYEva crop top 4. Mini peplum hack of the #SewDIYEva top
One of my last makes of 2024 was this pair of #SewDIYSlippers made with heavy weight sweater knit fabric for the exterior and fluffy fleece for the lining. These were super quick to sew up and are sooo cozy. Plus, I was able to use fabric leftover fr
New blog post! 🎉 I stitched up these personalized Christmas stockings using two quilted pillow shams, a bit of embroidery, a couple of strips of bias binding and my #sewdiystocking sewing pattern. 🤗 🎄 All the details are on my blog at sewdiy.com
Have you seen my latest drafting tutorial on my Substack Sewing With Numbers? Our current project is a fitted knit skirt drafted for stretch fabric and fitted with negative ease. 👉 Swipe through for a preview of some of the graphics I created for th
‘Tis the season to sew a Christmas Stocking. 🎄🧵 The Sew DIY Stocking pattern includes four sizes and features a classic design with a rounded toe and heel, a hanging loop and a fold-over cuff. The stockings are quick to sew and, if desired, t
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