Whether your kiddo grows to fast and legs are too long for footed pjs or, like in this case, they just don’t like the feeling of them, this is a great solution to footed pjs. Also by creating slippers there’s no waste!
I was asked if I could remove the feet from some kids PJs and replace them with cuffs instead. No problem! When I started chopping of the adorable pj feet I got an idea , if I’m adding a cuff to the legs of the pjs, why not add a cuff to the foot part as well and make some cute matching slippers.
Whether your kiddo grows to fast and legs are too long for footed pjs or, like in this case, they just don’t like the feeling of them, this is a great solution to footed pjs. Also by creating slippers there’s no waste!
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Custom made hockey jersey!
This was a special request for an all black on black hockey jersey/ sweater in a slim fit with Sherpa appliqué maple leaf's and numbers. I am really happy with how all the details turned out on this project. Fabric is bamboo cotton sweatshirt fleece from @needlework_hamilton and Sherpa is from @lensmillstore . I started with the raglan sweater pattern from @wardrobebymepatterns for the desired fit and changed elements to accommodate for the final design. Custom made jacket based on clients design. Military inspired.
It’s all in the details! Here are some close ups of the details on this custom military inspired jacket made for a client. -faux pocket flaps with decorative snap. -sleeve cuff and placket with snaps. -contrast fabric on underside of collar, collar stand, cuff, pocket flap and epaulets. -epaulets with snaps. - top stitching everywhere. One of my sewing students (pre-pandemic) recently reached out to see if I could make a pattern for her from one of her favourite shirts. Before the pandemic we had gone over the basics of sewing and had just started into pattern making. Due to the close contact and teaching lessons out of my house I had to stop lessons for the time being due to the pandemic. She had attempted the pattern on her own first but was getting stuck on the sleeve. So she dropped off the shirt for me to make the pattern. Now that she has a pattern to go off of she has the confidence that she can sew the shirt on her own. Custom window seat cushion cover with matching bolster pillows for each end. This set use to be a peach colour that was stained and faded from all its years in the window. With this new look it’s going to bring a modern, fresh and clean feel to the room.
Also a custom unique bench cushion to match. No right angles on this cushion making it a little different then how I typically sew them but it turned out great. Original foam was starting to disintegrate so new foam was also cut to size. A gift for a soap maker, including an apron, toiletry bag and travel soap pouch.
I searched high and low for fabric with a soap print on it with no luck so decided to take a look at @spoonflower. I successfully found this fabric by designer @caleblukelin that was perfect! Some of the soap bars even look like ones she makes. This custom sweatshirt is made from the thickest, softest, warmest sweatshirt fleece. It’s a very basic design but it’s a replica of someone’s absolute favourite sweater that is falling apart at the seams. Here’s hoping this will be their new favourite and they can let go of the old tattered one now.
How awesome did this colour combo turn out! I love it!
Another @closetcorepatterns pouf made! Lots of different fabric textures used on this one. I used cotton, faux leather and suede, upholstery fabric, twill canvas and sateen. Stuffed full with all my fabric scraps from the past 4 months. These are always fun to make and I’m always amazed at how much I can stuff inside them. This one is giving me 70s vibes! Another custom button up shirt complete. Classic button up shirt design with shaped hem and 3/4 sleeves with slit cuffs that can be turned up.
Hair scrunchies! 20 Scrunchies in bright, colourful, shiny, and sparkly fabrics. Specially sized for some little girls with thin hair. Also a great way to use up some scrap fabrics!
2 Custom Tunics for a client fresh off the sewing machine today! Once you find a garment you love the way it fits, why not get it made in some fun printed fabric. I especially love the painted looking flowers on the mustard colour. Both are made out of light weight high quality cotton that will be perfect for the spring and summer months. Tunics include a faced V neckline, 3/4 length sleeves, underarm gusset for ease of movement, and side slits.
Making an old chair new again! This chair and ottoman cushions have seen better days and needed a refresh. Unfortunately the cushions are not removable so I couldn’t just recover them like I usually do. However they both have a lip on the underside before they are attached to the base so I was able to make simple slip covers for them. Just like the way a fitted sheet work on your bed, these covers have elastic that slips underneath the cushions and holds the cover on snug. Made out of an upholstery grade micro fibre this chair now has a colour blocked and mixed texture look to it and it’s life is extended.
From everyday pillows to holiday pillows! An easy way to switch up your decor. You don’t need all new pillows to store away for half the year just get covers made to fit the pillows you already have. Easy to remove with zippers, wash and put away when the season is done!
Custom pillow covers made to order. Another custom shirt/ jacket for a client. This time playing off the camouflage print we went with a military inspired design. Including shoulder epaulets and brass accents in the zipper and buttons. Again we went with a classic shirt collar and sleeve cuffs, straight hem and side slits. Lastly some floral contrasting fabric was used on the under side of the cuffs and the inner back yolk to add a feminine touch.
As you may have noticed I’ve made a few similar but different shirt/jackets for this same client. Once I have a well fitting pattern made it is easy to change little details to make each piece unique with the same great fit. How fun is this! The fabric is a printed light weight corduroy. This time my client wanted a classic button up shirt design with a standard shirt collar and buttoned sleeve cuffs. We went with a straight hem so the corduroy fabric wouldn’t curl up and added side slit for ease of movement.
This custom jumper is a duplicate of a client’s favourite piece in her closet. The original was made out of wool but this copy is made out of a stretch denim (left over fabric from when I made her jeans). One small change from the original was to bring the shoulder straps in closer to the neck slightly for a better fit.
Car seat poncho made to keep a little one warm in the car. How cute is this fabric! It’s so incredibly soft too. This poncho features a zipper for easy access to car seat buckles.
Re-purposed an old Hudson Bay Company wool blanket that had seen better days into throw pillows. The blanket had some patched burn holes in it from a camp fire many years ago but besides those few spots the rest of the blanket was in good condition. This client was glad to see this blanket could be used for some pillows and enjoyed again. These pillow covers have zippers in them so they can easily be removed and washed.
Custom sweaters ready for a cold winter. Made out of thick sweatshirt fleece, matching ribbing and contrasting plaid cotton fabric. These sweaters include a classic shirt collar with hidden button placket and chest pocket. All seams are top stitched down for a clean polished look.
The story behind the sweaters— When our cottage neighbor found out I sewed, right away he had a job for me. He said in his 84 years he’s never known a seamstress. He went inside and brought out his favorite well worn, with holes in, sweater and asked if I could make something like that for him (see original sweater in last photo). I told him I could re-create it exactly! He was thrilled as he said he’s looked everywhere for a fleece lined sweater that has a shirt collar and pocket and can’t find one anywhere. And a shirt without a pocket is no good to him. So he said he’d take 2 of them. A few weeks ago after I finished making the first one I gave it to him to make sure he was happy with it before I made the next one. Right away he wanted to put it on and had a huge smile on his face! Looking at his wife he stuck his hand in his pocket and said “look at this!” Needless to say he was thrilled with it. With the cold winters up north a sweater like this is all he needs according to him. Seeing his excitement for this sweater really warmed my heart and was a reminder to me that the things I make not only bring joy to me but also others. A few weeks later and I have the second one done to take to him this weekend! Some nursery accessories ready for pick up! Re-covered rocking chair cushions in a fun red faux fur ( not so fun to cut and sew haha I’ll be sneezing out red fur for a month). And a throw pillow and crib skirt made out of an extra curtain panel so that this adorable Dino print will be spread all throughout the room.
2 Perfect for fall linen shirt/jackets. Custom made for a client who had a few shirts and jackets they liked and wanted certain elements of each one put together to create these 2 unique pieces.
The orange one features a singe button closure, faux notch collar, 3/4 length sleeves with a vent, straight hem and side slits. With contrasting fabric used on the inside of the cuffs, underside of the collar and inside back yolk. Contrast fabric and large button were recycled from an old jacket that matched perfectly. The brown one features a more classic button down look with 6 coconut buttons, standard shirt collar, 3/4 length sleeves with a vent, and a shaped hem. This linen was so nice to work with and will be even nicer for my client to wear. From a pile of gymnastic warm up jackets to a pile of memory pillows!
Bonus- The zippers on the jackets are functional and act as the closure for the pillow cover. Beep Beep! Looks who’s ready for Halloween in their custom school bus costume! I had so much fun making this one.
6 custom basic white t-shirts complete! One not pictured because it was a fit sample before these additional 5 were made.
Custom request by a customer to combine the fit of one shirt and the high neck/ neckband of another shirt they owned to create the perfect t-shirt for them that can’t be found in stores. I’ll be holding on to this pattern for the future as they said they will definitely be coming back for more. |
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