Author: fastlanecouture

When Judy at PatternsforPirates put out a tester call for this sweater I knew I needed it in my life. Like many of you, since early 2020 I have been working from home several days a week. So, my entire wardrobe has shifted to more slouchy, oversized comfortable clothes. Well, this sweater checked every one of those boxes for me. I am a big fan of an off shoulder top and this one did not disappoint. I’ll be going thru and showing you all the options I made during testing.

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https://www.patternsforpirates.com/product/sweater-weather/?affiliates=28

#1 Options sewn: Size XL Tunic length, off the shoulder (OTS), slim sleeve with cuffs. Fabric was purchased in a pre-cut from Wal-Mart. I paired this sweater version with Peg Legs in a Faux Leather from So Sew English.

For those of you that are Shitts Creek fans, I call this my “a little bit Alexis” outfit. LOL

https://www.patternsforpirates.com/product/peg-legs/

https://www.patternsforpirates.com/product/peg-legs-add-ons/

#2 Options Sewn: Size XL Shirt length, OTS, slim sleeve with cuffs. Paired with P4P Cozy Pants high rise, tall band with pockets. This outfit gives me the vibes to dress up for a day at the office while still comfy. Sweater main and sleeves: fabric from Sew So English. Bands, cuffs and pants: CL fabric from Purple Seamstress

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https://www.patternsforpirates.com/product/cozy-pants/?affiliates=28

https://sosewenglishfabrics.com/products/rust-olive-ombre-leopard-oakley-brushed-sweater-knit-by-the-yard?variant=32928613138475

Rust/Grey Tie Dye -Poly Rayon Spandex BRUSHED French Terry – By the yard

#3 Options Sewn: Size XL Crop length, OTS, slim sleeve with cuffs. Paired again with P4P Cozy Pants. This fabric had been in my stash forever and is more of a structured knit of unknown content. I actually had it in a purge pile before I rescued it for this amazing lounge outfit. I won’t lie, I did wear this out of the house for a quick trip running errands.

#4 Hacked Options: Size XL Shirt length, OTS and I simply omitted the bottom sleeve section. I tacked down the upper sleeve right at seam and left rest as raw edge. For these Cozy Pants I cut just below knee and added elastic. This set is amazing in this Oakley Sweater knit from So Sew English.

Rust/Grey Tie Dye -Poly Rayon Spandex BRUSHED French Terry – By the yard

#5 Hacked Options Sewn: Size XL Shirt length, OTS, loose sleeves shortened with added cuff. Body main and cuffs in a sweater knit (JoAnn’s) with sleeves and bands in French Terry (So Sew English)

#6 Hacked Options Sewn: Size XL Extra cropped length, OTS, short sleeves (added 1″ and hemmed). Another pair of Cozy Pants without pockets. The stripe is a ribbed knit from a bundle at Wal-Mart and the camo / floral is French Terry from So Sew English. I had just a very small amount of the camo left and this was the perfect scrap-buster for it. I even sewed a small stripe down the dolman sleeve for an extra pop. I think this might actually be may favorite of the bunch.

I hope you enjoyed seeing all my Sweater Weather makes. I can’t wait to see what you make and post on P4P FB page.

I’m shaking things up and making these cute and convenient bags. Each bag has an adjustable crossbody strap, waterproof lining and a large zippered front pocket. Pocket can hold your cell phone, ID and a few credit cards. This bag holds up to a 40oz yeti style cup so you stay hydrated while on the go…..

I’ve enjoyed customizing these bags with fun cotton fabric prints to perfectly pair with each persons personality. Check out all the unique zipper pulls added for some fun flair.

Bags are a steal at $60.00 each. Get one for yourself or purchase one for an original Christmas gift for someone special.

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See anything you like??? I have so many options for fabric choice. If interested please send me an email and I can customize the perfect bag. I can ship bags to US only USPS Priority Mail.

teri9672@gmail.com

This has to be one of my favorite patterns by GeorgeandGinger. It may not be December yet, but this cool front has me dreaming of sweaters.

Last year I made two from this amazing pattern. One was made in a slinky ITY and the other was from a striped Hacci Sweater Knit. They both give you such a totally different look. …… and POCKETS, ya’ll this has massive pockets.

The December Dress is the unique and flattering style you’ve been looking for!  This drop-pocket design features tunic, mini and dress lengths…as well as sleeveless, cap, 3/4 and long sleeve options! Pattern sizing from Tween to 5X

$10.00

The December Dress PDF Sewing Pattern

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Notice above that the drape of the fabric changes the look of this pattern. A more structured fabric will make those unique pockets really stand out. A softer drape will fall closer to the body. So, which one is your favorite? I may just need to whip up a new one for fall.

I recently purchased equipment to try sublimation. I’ve had a cricut for years and have done lots of shirts with cricut cut vinyl, but I hated how sometimes the shirts felt stiff with a large graphic. After seeing so many others jump in, I decided to up my sewing game with more cute custom graphics.

My setup

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I followed suggestions from my favorite blogger (Katy @ Wild+Wanderful) on where to begin. She is starting a sublimation 101 series. I know I will be watching and learning. I still need to purchase a heat press, but I have access to one I can use until then.

Click link below to view Wild+Wanderful Blog post

Sublimation

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So, the first shirt I made didn’t have enough polyester percentage I needed. I first had to sublimate onto white glitter vinyl. I then pressed this image onto my premade Relaxed Raglan (P4P).

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P4P Relaxed Raglan pattern and Pirate Peg Legs can be found here: https://www.patternsforpirates.com/product/relaxed-raglan/ https://www.patternsforpirates.com/product/peg-legs/

Each Month George and Ginger Pattern Company puts one pattern on sale. During this time older patterns are also retested and updated for more inclusive sizing. Beautifully designed layered pieces for tween sizes 12-14 and sizes 0-26 now offered. The Bodysuit is still in testing, but you can get the pattern on sale now for $6.75. Once all the new sizing is finalized you will receive the new pattern with new sizing.

The Road Trip Bodysuit is part of the Confidence Collection. Per my measured size I made a straight size 16. I chose to make the cute and sexy lace-up front with long sleeves. I had a beautiful buttery soft Double Brushed Poly that I used. I knew it would be a great layering piece for the upcoming fall weather.

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Instructions for binding is very easy to follow and gives you a flawless professional finish. The Road Trip Bodysuit includes basic and lace up options and four different sleeve lengths (including sleeveless), so it’s easy to customize it to your style and taste! Special instructions on adding crotch snaps are included.

SALE!

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It’s still very warm here in Houston, but I am dreaming of cooler weather and lounge wear. I have been wanting to add more Patterns for Pirates Loggers to my wardrobe. I bought some amazing fabric at JoAnn Fabrics over a year ago in hopes to making some lounge pants. I prefer to call them my fancy sweatpants…. lol

The perfect lounge top to go with my Loggers were also a P4P pattern. I introduce to you the Sporty Piko. I made 2 of these tops during pattern testing, but had been dreaming of another. I had some left over fabric from another project and it was the perfect color to match my Loggers. This fabric was purchased as a precut from Walmart.

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Loggers sewn options include: patch pockets, high rise, short high rise band with drawstring Sporty Piko sewn options include: Color blocked back panel, front pocket, long sleeve with cuffs and tunic curved hem

https://www.patternsforpirates.com/product/loggers/ https://www.patternsforpirates.com/product/sporty-piko/

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Sew….. How do you like my new lounge set? I can already see it being a fun fall favorite.

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I felt like mixing it up this weekend and making a cute tote bag. I’ve had this pattern for years and just never find time to just stop and make it. I was recently able to buy a cute jelly roll of some cute Riley Blake Fabric (Kiss me, Kate).

I’ve never done any type of quilting, but this pattern gives you the look of a quilted bag that any level sewist can follow.

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The Mondo Bag is a pattern kit by Quiltsmart. It comes with instructions and includes the grided interfacing pieces to get you started. You can also watch a great video to follow along. I bought this kit at a local quilt store. I’ve also noticed some quilt shops sell the interfacing panels without the instructions.

You’ll need 192 Outer Squares (2.5 x 2.5) and 4 Handles, fabric for bag lining and fusible fleece. The jelly roll I purchased included 18 different prints and I used them all.

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The fabric then just gets laid out onto the gridded interfacing and you simply press fabric. Folding on each grid line you start sewing each short row with 1/4″ seams, then you sew the long rows in the same way. All details are in the instructions and video. Now you have this cute faux quilted panel (repeat 4 times)

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Selfie Shirt paired with Heatwave Hotpants Shorts. All in Ponte (Affiliate links below)

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The Selfie Shirt PDF Sewing Pattern

The Heat Wave Hot Pants PDF Sewing Pattern