EASY SEW, EASY WEAR WARDROBE for travel and everyday

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 What to wear when it is HOT! HOT! HOT! Here are some top trend contenders that are breezy and easy!

 

 

Simplicity 9596 is so cool and comfy! You will love wearing these tulip dresses, you will want many.

This is the perfect silhouette to sew up in bold and abstract prints.

Consider Indie fabric designs on Spoonflower.com for your unique dress.

 

 

Simplicity 9564 is for that busy you. Wear as an apron or smock…this is a layer that is perfect for work or play.

Make these for those steamy days when you need to go out and about. Be cool!

 

 

Simplicity 9541, is an easy sew mix and match wardrobe.

Shop, play or party, these pieces are perfect for so many occasions.

Sew up in travel friendly fabrics…pack up and go!

 

 

Simplicity 9477 is so breezy! You will love these one-piece pull-over dresses for those days you need fashion simplicity.

So many wonderful mix and match prints to choose from for your one of a kind dresses!

 

 

For those times you need to throw on an extra layer,  Simplicity 8811 is the perfect coordinate for our summer fashions.

When indoors and at the airport, that airconditioning might require this extra layer at hand. Also when transitioning to a cooler season or climate, it’s wise to have at least one of these sweater, fleece, or minky jackets. Be matchy match or eclectic…show your personality!

Have fun making and wearing these! Hope to see your fashion on social media!

Sew, sew, sew!

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SEW APRON LAYERS FOR CREATIVE YOU

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Add character to your everyday work and play day outfits with an apron layer, Simplicity 9564.

Whether for the job, crafting, kitchen, event, or a quick cover up; aprons are a go-to easy-sew, easy-wear solution to add an extra layer of creativity to your daily wardrobe.

Think up some matchy-match sets for friend or family events. So many possiblities…Have fun with this!

Check out Pinterest collections for fantastic curated fabric choices and sources.

Enjoy saying “I made it”! Hope to see your creations on social media!

Elaine

 

 

EASY SEW RUFFLED HEADBANDS

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Spring is here!

Enjoy this little freebee sewing project to make sweet ruffled headbands.

Make many to match your favorite wardrobe pieces.

These are also great for party favors and gifting.

Supplies needed are:

lightweight cotton fabric

1/8″ elastic, use 20″ for a headband.

Optional sewing aid: tunnel foot

Sewing machine settings: Max zig zag width and length

Check out the photo guide below and follow the step by step instructions.

INSTRUCTIONS

1) Rip a 30″ long strip of fabric the width you desire… A 1.5″ wide strip will make a ruffle headband.

Trim edges with pinking sheers. Taper ends as shown for a headband.

Measure around head to decide elastic length. I used 20″. Knot ends.

2)Place elastic at center of fabric band. Start stitching, make sure not to stitch elastic.

3)Zig zag stitch until you reach the knot. Keep needle inserted in fabric and presser foot down, pull elastic to gather ruffle and extend elastic.

4)Continue to zig zag elastic in place up to new knot location. Repeat stitching and pulling elastic until you reach the end of the fabric strip.

5)Tie ends of elastic together

6)Fluff and wear!

These ruffle bands are so easy you can sew lots!

Make some to decorate flower pots and gifts.

Enjoy! Elaine

If you need a video let me know, and I will make one.

SIMPLY IRRESISTIBLE 18” DOLL FASHION

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Celebrate the 80’s with 18″ doll clothes.

Simplicity 9567 includes dress up and casual clothing for both boy and girl dolls. Make sets of 18″ friends to enjoy the fun fashion of those times. Remember big hair and skinny ties….Memphis style, Miami Vice…fun music. 

Simply irresistible!

 

 

 

SEW TO MIX AND MATCH

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Simplicity 9541 includes a slip dress, kimono top and wide leg jumpsuits. These separates are designed for you to build a mix-and-match wardrobe for the season or travel adventures.

Want to build a perfect wardrobe for packing, trend, or comfort? The pull over slip dress and pull up jumpsuits are designed especially for easy wearing and comfort on the go. Make kimono jackets to trasition to an evening out or a dress-up event.

Going on a cruise or a road trip? Make outfits in your favorite travel friendly fabrics to pack light and dress easy.

Enjoy fabric hunting for your one of a kind wardrobe!