Jalie - 2449 crossover top
Who remembers this oldie but goodie? Let me give you a little backstory, because that's what reviews are - a story. Over this summer, Dia came to the PatternReview office to help out as she does most summers. In filing patterns she came across several patterns she wanted me to sew for her. While s... more...

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Blog Post: Sidewalk Sale and PatternReview Meeup in Acton
On Saturday, July 25th we hosted our first ever sidewalk sale to benefit the Acton Food Pantry. We tag teamed with our favorite bookstore - The Silver Unicorn's annual ARC (Advanced Reader Copy) sale also to benefit the Food Pantry. The idea was to give an incentive for members to come out and meet ... more...

Sew House Seven - Sauvie Sundress Sauvie Sundress
Pattern Description: Strappy summer sundress with low V neck in the front and back with bra friendly straps. There are two fits - loose and elastic to cinch the waist, two lengths with or without a ruffle and two types of pockets. Something for everyone! When this pattern was first released I wasn't... more...

Khadi Cotton
Since this fabric is loosely woven, special attention should be given to bias edges and stabilized. All seam allowances should be serged or zigzagged since it frays a lot. Since Khadi uses natural fibers and natural dyes, it could bleed in the washing machine and result in shrinkage. I recommend air... more...