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Fabric Choices for the Classic Cardigan

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Fabric Choices for the Classic Cardigan

 Introducing the Classic Cardigan!!! This Classic Cardigan features 3 different lengths, multiple sleeve length options, large patch pockets, and a great fin in sizes 00-30. We always get lots of questions about different fabric types that work with new release patterns, so here is a little guide of some of the fabrics that have been used and how they look!   This pattern is designed for stable sweater knits and french terry with at least 30% horizontal stretch.  A variety of fabrics can be used from heavy weight to light open weave sweater knits.  No two fabircs are ever going to...

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12 Days of Christmas 2021: Day 6 Introducing the Boxy Tee

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12 Days of Christmas 2021: Day 6 Introducing the Boxy Tee

 On the Sixth Day Of Christmas, Winter Wear Designs gave to me...the Boxy Tee for FREE*!   *Get this brand new pattern for FREE with any $5 purchase at WWD - this includes pattern and gift card sales.*   The Boxy Tee is an oversized T-shirt with a boxy shape, the shoulder seams extend past the natural shoulder and it features a loose sleeve.  The T-shirt is designed for light 4 way stretch fabrics like jersey and interlock knits, but can work with a wide variety of knit fabrics.  Add the tie hem or cuffed sleeve for even  more versatility. ...

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Summer Style Blog Tour, Day Five: The Last Day

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Summer Style Blog Tour, Day Five: The Last Day

Its so sad, but today our Summer Style Blog Tour comes to a close.  But dry those eyes, we have 3 more inspirational posts to share with you today!First up we have Patricia of Sew Far North.  She has a phenomenal mix and match set of clothes that she has created using the Journey, the Aviators, and the Twin Peaks Cardigan.  EEEEk - I jsut love versatile clothes, Patricia is calling this Beach Style, and I could definetly see these outfits geting comfy beach side.  You will have to head on over to her blog to see all the photos...

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Summer Style Blog Tour, Day Four: Maxi Dresses

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Summer Style Blog Tour, Day Four: Maxi Dresses

 Hi everyone, we are so excited to have you here for day 4 of the Summer Style Blog Tour!We've got Alyssa of the Sewing Goat Herd  here to share her take on the Boho Breeze with you.  I just love the boho vibe this is giving, but you'll have to head on over to her blog to read all about her inspiration and find out how she created this look.---------------------------Next up, I'm sharing my hack of the Collared Shirt Dress.  I love all the floral maxi dresses that I have been seeing for the last few years.  Specifically the ones...

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Summer Style Blog Tour: Hacking Our Way Through Summer

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Summer Style Blog Tour: Hacking Our Way Through Summer

All right, we are half way through our week which brings us to day 3 of the Summer Style Blog Tour!!! Today we have two guest bloggers joining us and a hack from me for the new Summer Dress...yep, brand new pattern and I'm already hacking it - HA! First, let's give it up for Rachel Reece of Violet and Jewels who is here to share her hack using the Journey & Blithe Tops.  Yep, I think you guys are going to notice a favorite pattern on this blog tour, Alyssa used the Journey yesterday, and we've got at least...

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