DIY Oversized Sweatshirt – Catrin by Schnittchen

DIY Oversized Sweatshirt – Catrin by Schnittchen

A couple months ago the lovely people at Schnittchen patterns asked me if I'd like to try out one of their patterns. They have so many interesting pattern designs that I had a hard time choosing one. I really liked the look of the Ute dress. But in the end, I settled on something that I expect to get a lot of wear out of, the Catrin Sweatshirt. I've made quite a few sweatshirts in the past year or so. But I wear them often enough that I thought there was room for one more, especially one like this oversized, cozy Catrin. 

DIY Strappy Romper Refashion

DIY Strappy Romper Refashion

I’ve been making a regular habit of evaluating my closet and weeding out the things that are not used. It helps keep the space under control and helps me figure out what new makes I need and what’s most likely to be worn. A few years ago I made a strappy dress from the book I Am Cute Dresses. I spent a lot of time getting the fit of those straps just right and while I liked it I rarely wore it. With all that time invested, I really didn’t want to part with it. So a refashion was in order.

DIY Lounge Bras - Four Patterns Reviewed

DIY Lounge Bras - Four Patterns Reviewed

Last year I never would have guessed that I’d be making jeans AND bras this year. But once you get started it’s not so hard. And when it coms to bra-making, it’s actually kind of addicting. One of the reasons I was so intimidated to sew a bra is that they are tricky things to fit. I mean it’s hard enough to buy a bra that fits, why would I want to spend a lot of time sewing one that might not fit? Well, I think my measurements have changed a bit in the last couple years and my go-to RTW bras aren’t fitting the way they used to. So I thought I might give the DIY version a go.