A simple overshirt or “shirt jacket” is a piece that has been missing from my closet for a while. I wanted something I could just throw on for days that are a bit too chilly for a t-shirt, but not yet cold enough for a heavier layer. There is no need to tuck or even […] The post Olive Overshirt first appeared on TaylorTailor .
I set out at the beginning of the year to redraft my trouser pattern from scratch, thinking the process would be relatively simple. It was not. Most of my free sewing time was used on this one new pattern, and despite my lack of updates, I actually spent a lot of time sewing in the […] The post The Year of Trousers first appeared on TaylorTailor .
I finally finished my first jacket! I’ve been working on this forever, about 16 months, which is way, way too long. It is a two button, unstructured, side vent jacket with a minimal lining. I made it out of a piece of textured cotton I’ve had laying around in my stash for a while. The […] The post Unstructured Jacket first appeared on TaylorTailor .
This wine tote is perfect for bringing a couple bottles to a celebration with friends and family. Better yet, make it as a gift for your host/hostess and fill it with your favorite beverage. Download the free pdf pattern and follow along! Fabric and Supplies I used heavy waxed canvas for the exterior of my […] The post Free Wine Tote Pattern first appeared on TaylorTailor .
We have arrived at the final step of the Desmond backpack sew along. This has been a ton of fun for me, and I’ll admit I’m a little sad to be concluding my first sew along for my first pattern. That being said, I’ve thoroughly enjoyed the process, and I love seeing all of your […] The post Desmond Backpack Sew Along Step 10 – Strap Hardware first appeared on TaylorTailor .
We are getting close to finishing with Step 9 of the Desmond Backpack sew along! The exterior and lining get sewn together today and all of the hard work put in so far pays off in a big way. There is something so satisfying about putting the final touches on a project. Lining Attachment Leave […] The post Desmond Backpack Sew Along Step 9 – Lining Attachment first appeared on TaylorTailor .
With this step we are putting the main lining pieces together. The directions and procedure are nearly identical to Step 6, where we sewed up the sides and bottom of the exterior of the pack. There is one small change in the back/bottom seam where we need to leave an opening to turn the pack […] The post Desmond Backpack Sew Along Step 8 – Lining Construction first appeared on TaylorTailor .
With the exterior of the pack finished, it’s time to start working on the lining. Several of the same pattern pieces that we used for the exterior of the pack are also used for the lining. Since it essentially takes on the same shape as the exterior of the pack, the directions for completing parts […] The post Desmond Backpack Sew Along Step 7 – Lining Pockets first appeared on TaylorTailor .
I love getting to this point in a project. After all of the somewhat intricate work involved with constructing pockets and straps, we finally get to see the backpack take shape today as we sew the seams for the main body. This is the 6th step in my Desmond Backpack sew along. Main body construction, […] The post Desmond Backpack Sew Along Step 6 – Main Body Construction first appeared on…
Today we are working on the back of the pack where all of the strapping comes together. It’s important to make sure the straps are adequately reinforced since they will be carrying the weight of the pack. Last time we left off after completing the shoulder straps. Handle/Strap Attachment With right sides together, align top […] The post Desmond Backpack Sew Along Step 5 – Back/Straps first…