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Sewing Tidbits is the sewing blog written since 2013 by Delphine, the co-founder of Just Patterns.
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Inspiration posts are among my favorite ones to write. Still, in the Tyra tee case, the hashtag on Instagram already has so many inspiring and fun versions that this post almost felt unnecessary. I decided to write it anyway because RTW inspiration truly reflects why I started sewing.
Read MoreTo celebrate the re-release of the Stephanie Skirt with an improved size range and illustrated instructions, I am hosting Just Patterns’ very first sew-along! I hope that it can help beginner sewists to feel more confident and encourage more experienced makers to try new techniques. Don’t forget to grab your pattern in the shop and let’s start look at some inspiration to help you choose your fabric. I’m very happy to be collaborating with my friends Dibs, who just launched her online fabric store Selvedge and Bolts, and she is generously offering 20% a selection of fabric that would be amazing to sew Stephanie, check out the code at the bottom of this post!
Read MoreDear readers,
I'm not much of a shopper and I feel like my appetite for the RTW I can afford is decreasing everyday. However, if there is one thing I cannot resist, it's designer labels at the thrift store. Especially the French luxury Ready-to-Wear pieces. I have such an admiration for those brands that the idea of owning a little piece of it is just too tempting. I thought I may share my occasional weakness with you!
I found this Chanel silk shell at Beacon's Closet in Manhattan for about 50$ if I remember correctly. The color is a very trendy "millennial pink". Based on a quick internet search I would think it's only from the late 90's, but this garment has had a rough life. It has a tiny hole and some discoloration. It's still wearable but definitely not in "mint condition".
The shape is very simple, semi-fitted, no darts, hip length with a placket opening at Center Back (and the original button, yay!!). It's a size 36 (french sizing) and although it's a bit big on me I will be able to wear it. The fit in the bust is very nice and the armholes/neckline do not gape at all.
This kind of pieces really inspire my sewing, as I love the idea of putting a lot of effort in garments that you can wear any day of the week. And in case you want to re-create a vintage Chanel silk shell at home, we are considering releasing a pattern Just Patterns (hint hint)... I hope you enjoyed looking at the details of this simple top.
Chanel has a special place in my personal fashion Pantheon, and I would love to hear which are the brands that keep inspiring you?
I hope you are enjoying the weekend. I am finally catching up on the sewing plans that I have been delaying and I'm making some progress. For today's edition of Tidbits, I gathered some information about making an arm for your dressform.
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