Tuesday, February 7, 2017

Greenstyle Creation's Scarlet Swing Dress

(aka the world's most comfortable dress and one that I will surely live in this summer!)

Greenstyle Creation's Swing Dress by replicate then deviate

(all pictures by my seven year old)

Greenstyle Creation's Swing Dress by replicate then deviate

Greenstyle Creation's Swing Dress by replicate then deviate

I feel like I'm winning the pattern testing lottery lately and I'm grateful. I enjoy getting to sew up patterns early and seeing all the work that goes into creating an outstanding PDF pattern. I also enjoy making sewing friends! And pattern testing helps me get through The Stash quicker. (I'm actually 9/9 for items sewn this year that have come solely from The Stash except for the 12 inches I was short on bias tape for a baby blanket).

Greenstyle Creation's Swing Dress by replicate then deviate

The Greenstyle Scarlet Swing Dress is incredibly versatile. It has five sleeve lengths (including a bell sleeve), a cold shoulder option, a tunic length, an above knee length, an above knee length high/low, below knee length, and below knee length high/low.

This is the elbow sleeves and below knee high/low. The lovely drapey fabric is from the Leisureletics line at Joann's. The employees there have commented I have probably bought more from that line than anyone else at the store. It is lighter weight and more prone to snagging than the compression fabric I bought. I had originally planned to make joggers with it but then I was worried it might be a little see through. Anyway, I'm glad the joggers didn't happen because it was perfect for this dress! I like how the shoulders/sleeves/bust are fitted/shaped in contrast to the wide hem and swing style. I almost made the long sleeved option until I thought how nice and breezy it will be in the summer.

Greenstyle Creation's Swing Dress by replicate then deviate

I did shorten the back by 1.5 inches because it fell at the widest part of my calves but that's the beauty of sewing for yourself! You can make adjustments to fit your body and your preferences!

Greenstyle Creation's Swing Dress by replicate then deviate

I think this dress would be cute paired with a moto jacket or blazer or Sundance Jacket for spring/fall/winter and on its own in the summer.

Greenstyle Creation's Swing Dress by replicate then deviate

I also tested the short sleeved/tunic length in cotton lycra. The fabric shop I bought it from sadly closed. The only thing different on this one is the final neckband was increased by 1.5 inches.

Greenstyle Creation's Swing Dress by replicate then deviate

Isn't it interesting how fabric choice changes the overall look? I love both of these for different reasons/purposes.

Greenstyle Creation's Swing Dress by replicate then deviate

The tunic would be so cute paired with Stride Tights or Inspire Tights. I didn't have time to sew a pair before taking these pictures but these leggings are from my friend's shop, Pocket Innerwear. They make layering pieces designed to hold diabetic pumps or cell phones.

Greenstyle Creation's Swing Dress by replicate then deviate

Thanks for stopping by! Check out the goodness at Greenstyle Creations if you want.<-- affl link. The Endurance Bra is calling my name.

Sunday, February 5, 2017

Sew Like My Mom's Fern Cardigan

sew like my mom fern cardigan and boxwood joggers by replicate then deviate

sew like my mom fern cardigan and boxwood joggers by replicate then deviate

The second Ansley saw the line drawing for the Fern Cardigan she was really excited because I have a similar cardigan and she always comments how she wants one just like it. We had just enough orange interlock fabric to squeeze out the short sleeved version and we LOVE it.

sew like my mom fern cardigan and boxwood joggers by replicate then deviate

sew like my mom fern cardigan and boxwood joggers by replicate then deviate

The Fern Cardigan is a darling knit cardigan with a sweet peplum and collar. It comes in short, elbow, or long sleeves. It comes in sizes 12m-8 years or 6 years-16 years or a bundle. There is an optional tie with a bow.

sew like my mom fern cardigan and boxwood joggers by replicate then deviate

sew like my mom fern cardigan and boxwood joggers by replicate then deviate

This was a really quick sew and one of the easiest pattern tests I've participated in. I love how the peplum looks in a slightly sturdier fabric. I made Ansley a size 8, which is exactly what she measures. Everything fit together easily. The pattern has a layers option, which makes it easy to cut out and gives me less headaches. The instructions are great!

sew like my mom fern cardigan and boxwood joggers by replicate then deviate

Ansley is wearing a Hey June Camden Raglan and Sew Like My Mom Boxwood Joggers.

sew like my mom fern cardigan and boxwood joggers by replicate then deviate
sew like my mom fern cardigan and boxwood joggers by replicate then deviate

Lisbon didn't want to be left out. She is also wearing Boxwood Joggers.

sew like my mom fern cardigan and boxwood joggers by replicate then deviate

I foresee many versions of the Fern Cardigan in the future!! The Fern Cardigan is on sale through the end of Monday. Thanks for stopping by!

sew like my mom fern cardigan and boxwood joggers by replicate then deviate