The spring releases keep rolling out, and the latest is from New Look! While I’ve convinced myself I don’t need to add any of this to my personal stash, I do think that overall this is a nice release. Let’s jump into it! N6593 – Not really a fan of the ruffle/puffy sleeves, but, overall, … More Spring 2019 New Look Patterns
Firstly, Happy Pi Day! Science and math nerds rejoice! Secondly, I sewed something! I had really hoped to get my first Sew Your Kibbe Challenge garment done in February after I had posted my initial plans, but a prolonged infection had me down and out for the better part of the past two weeks. Truth … More Pattern Review: New Look 6330
New Look is the latest line to announce their fall fashions. There are some cute looks, though a few are suspiciously close to previous Simplicity releases, so it might be best to cross reference your own pattern stash if you see something you like. Let’s take a look: 6571 – This dress is pretty cute. … More Fall 2018 New Look Patterns
Since my post on the new Simplicity patterns, there has been one critically important update: 8723 – Harry Potter officially licensed robes! This pattern contains the patterns of the robe, sweater, and ties, in both child and adult sizes. I will be getting this. As someone who has been lucky enough to visit the … More Simplicity Update and Possible Summer 2018 New Look Patterns
I’m not sure when the New Look Spring collection came out, but I sure missed the announcement! It’s a fairly small collection of looks, and fairly simple in styling, but there are a few goodies in here, especially if you haven’t found a bomber jacket pattern you like yet. Here’s what’s new: 6540 – This … More New Look and Marfy Spring 2018
Or, “In which I sew like a dumbass, but am saved by questionable pattern drafting and stretchy fabric.” Truly, this dress should not fit, yet, here we are. I was a bit dubious about New Look 6298 when it first came out, yet the idea of a slouchy knit dress won me over, and I’ve … More Pattern Review: New Look 6298 Teal Knit Dress (Stash Contest Entry #3)
The fall New Looks are here. I’m not finding anything super awesome for myself, but there are plenty of styles that are following the current trends. Let’s take a look: 6524 – This simple sheath dress comes with several sleeve options. Very consistent with the sleeve trends we’ve seen this year, though much … More 2017 Fall New Look Patterns
