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Thurlow Sew-Along with Lauren from Lladybird!

By on October 3, 2012 in Patterns

Want to sew the Thurlow Trousers (or shorts), but need a little guidance?  You’re in luck! Lauren from Lladybird is hosting a Thurlow Sew-Along! I’m so excited that she’s doing this. She’s made a few pairs of Thurlows already and they’ve all turned out wonderfully. Here’s the link to her sew-along announcement post for more [...]

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Pants, Trousers, and Shorts: Fitting Resources

By on June 26, 2012 in Patterns, Tips

Why do people fear sewing pants? The number one answer is likely fit. After all, the actual sewing part of making pants is easy to master. Starting with a pants pattern that is close to your proportions is a good idea – like the new Thurlow pattern! Pants are considered one of the hardest things [...]

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Introducing the next pattern…the Thurlow Trousers and Shorts!

By on June 22, 2012 in Patterns

I’m excited to announce the latest new pattern from Sewaholic Patterns… the Thurlow Trousers and Shorts! I’m really excited about this pattern. I’m always excited about each pattern, but this one has a special place in my heart because it’s pants that fit!! If you’re pear-shaped, pants are the devil to buy or to sew. [...]

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Sewing Daydreams for Spring

By on March 28, 2012 in Inspiration and Everything Else

When I’m not sewing, I dream about what I wish I was sewing! Even when I’m sewing, I’m dreaming of the ten other things I want to make next. If I had unlimited time, here’s what I wish I was sewing right now! A lavender cotton dress. I saw an image in a magazine that [...]

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