Love to Sew

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Sunday discussion…..we haven’t had one for a while. . How do you rate your sewing self? . . Do you feel inspired or angst when you see other’s sewing? Do you lack confidence and think twice before posting? Do you double guess what people might be thinking? Do you think “will my post get any likes?” and that little voice of self doubt creeps in? Or do you just look? . . Importantly, how do you rate yourself? . . If you’re not rating yourself as good enough or better….or being your very own cheer squad then you’re letting yourself down. We can all be our own “good enough”. Not perfect. . . The SewOver50 community is very supportive from beginners (yes, we all started there so we know what it’s like ) to intermediate to our gifted couture sewers. The only difference is practice….not passion or you wouldn’t be here with us. . . So, share your passion. Suspend that self doubt and post. After all, when it all boils down to it we’re not in it for the “likes” we’re in it because we sewing. . See @sewcialists post 11 June about connecting with the online community…so many fabulous ideas in the comments. (Swipe right for the post photo). . C’mon and shine! . . How do you rate yourself? We’d love to hear your thoughts. . Do tag us at #sewover50 so that we can see what you’re up to. SD . . #sewover50 #sewinclusive #sewcialists #sewingcommunity #sewingisforeveryone #memade #handmadewardrobe

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It’s #Wiksten Wednesday at Blackbird HQ! We have restocked the #wikstenhaori and #wikstenshift patterns on the website so you can join in on the fun! See our fabric details below!⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ From the left: Textured Cotton Linen Jacquard, Washed Linen, Silky Linen & Viscose, Washed Linen, Textured Cotton Linen Jacquard and Striped Lightweight Linen.⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ #blackbirdfabrics #fabricshop #fabriclove #indiesewing #handmadewardrobe #memade #fabric #sewing #handmade #sew #diy #sewcialists #isew #makersgonnamake #sewinglove #memadeeveryday #sewistsofinstagram #sewersofinstagram #wearhandmade #handmadestyle #imakemyownclothes

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A little hiccup makes this mission launch one day late but with plenty of time to accomplish it! . Your mission should you choose to accept it… . (Details on the blog; link in profile)

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#memademay2019 @papercutpatterns Kochi jacket and @seamworkmag Aurora tank, mended and modified RTW pants that are on their final threadbare days. . The boys enjoy taking pics downtown so it was easy to give them a fashion editorial challenge for a change. Currently two of them are deep into making bread in the school’s microwave during lunch . Thank you @sozoblog Photography & editing: @alexdolle_ @nigel.wehling

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1988: Dress refashioned into a jacket with a bonus fanny pack.

1990: The striped jumpsuit.

1992: Refashioned denim jean jacket and one of the hats Denise used to sell.

1994: Denise’s beloved fake fur leopard print dress, with future husband Jason.

2002: Denise’s coat making phase.

2008 – 2013: The RTW fast. Colette Iris shorts and the thrifted Ralph Lauren cable-knit sweater that held on to the bitter end.

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IN LOVEwith these gorgeous prints! These fabulous folks just finished our Block Printing Workshop. After two days of carving and printing, we now have some stunning new fabrics! Surface design is such a blast, and we have another block printing class in October for smaller projects. Head to our website to learn more! .⁠ #blackbirdworkshops #blackbirdfabrics #workshops #fabricshop #imakemyownclothes #vancouversews #yvrworkshops #yvrevents #sewingclasses #beginnersewing #vancouver #fabriclove #indiesewing #handmadewardrobe #memade #fabric #sewing #handmade #sew #diy #isew #makersgonnamake #sewinglove #memadeeveryday #handmadestyle #craftedvancouver #vancouverart #yvrcreatives #yvrevent #eastvan

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Feeling very bright and sunny in my @megannielsenpatterns #MNcottesloe swimsuit! I made this in swimwear fabric from @blackbirdfabrics and it makes me so happy . This pattern is available in sizes 0-30 and it is such a fun and quick sew! . #handmadewardrobe #ilovesewing #isewmyownclothes #imadethis #sewingswimwear #sewingisthebest #sewcialist #memadewardrobe #maker #isew #diyswimsuit #sewing #indiepatterns #indiesewing #makersgonnamake #sewingaddict

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Vintage sewing expert Evelyn Wood joins us to talk about creating garments from the past! She shares tips for refashioning thrift store finds, the importance of mending, and her top 5 good sewing habits. We also discuss ‘garment archeology’ and how to look for clues when admiring vintage pieces.

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We’re taking your fabric questions for an upcoming episode! What are your burning questions about fabric? What do you struggle with? What would you like to learn more about? Let us know in the comments! . . . #lovetosewpodcast #welovetosew #sewingpodcast #handmadewardrobe #memadeeveryday #memade #sewing #handmadefashion #handmade #sew #sewcialists #isew #makersgonnamake #sewinglove #indiesewing #fabric

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Wednesday Weekly #179

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To celebrate 100 episodes of Love to Sew, Caroline and Helen interview each other. What have we always wanted to know? Favourite fabrics, recipes, podcasts, and more!

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Grandpa, the Stop Podcasting Yourself mascot, is 15 now!

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What do we do with all of our fabric scraps? We break down how we store our scraps, what is worth keeping, and loads of project ideas that will have you scrap-free in no time.

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New fave make! My striped linen #kalleshirt The length is somewhere in between the cropped and tunic length, and I used the hemline of the tunic length, with less scoop in the back. Went with the full button placket because that’s my favourite look. I made a straight size 20 and the fit is great! I love wearing it buttoned all the way up also wearing my #morganjeans Fabric is from @graylineslinen in NYC. . #memadeeveryday #handmadefashion #sewing #indiesewing #plussizesewing #

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This took wayyyyy longer than I anticipated but now all of my patterns are organized and it’s the best feeling ever!!! Check out my story to see where they were stored before it was a mess y’all! . . Let me know below what you store your patterns in . . Dresser: @ikeausa Malm . . #patterns #sewing #patternstorage #ikeamalm

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