The first release of the new year from McCall’s is here, and while we get a lot of what we would expect as far as designs go, we also get something totally new and unexpected, which is that there is now a name hashtag printed on each pattern cover. It’s… interesting. I’ll provide more thoughts … More McCall's Patterns Early Spring 2020

The Winter/Holiday Collection from McCall’s has been released! It seems like a smaller collection than normal, but there are some nice patterns in this set. The numbering system is a bit interesting in that it jumps quite a bit, but the focus is definitely on patterns that will work well for the holiday and early … More 2019 Winter/Holiday MCall’s Patterns

Fall fashion releases are ramping up, and the new looks from McCall’s are here. This is one of those releases where I can appreciate the styles McCall’s has created, but I also really don’t feel a strong need to buy any of them. There is plenty to see in any case, so let’s jump in: … More McCall’s Fall Patterns 2019

I have returned! I will give a more in-depth look back at my summer adventures after I get caught up on all of the pattern releases and other posts I’ve fallen behind on the past month and a half. By now I’m sure most of the sewing sphere has moved on from this news, but … More McCall’s Patterns Early Fall 2019

Hot on the heels of yesterday’s post about the New Look summer collection, McCall’s has also announced their summer patterns. While I feel like McCall’s has focused on many of the same trends as New Look (twist details, woven tops, and relaxed silhouettes), I’m not sure I find this collection quite as compelling. But there’s … More McCall’s Patterns Summer 2019

We are getting all the new patterns this week – the spring McCall’s patterns have also been announced! I feel like I’ve been a bit disappointed by the Big4 patterns lately, but not so here – I want to buy all the things! There’s a lot to see so let’s take a look: M7927 – … More McCall’s Spring 2019