Hales Moore
Sewing plans, patterns, fabric, its #fridaysews January 2021
updated
You can check out my Friday Sews playlist here:
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtIKxbd6ms84x-Nt0_4OPES1Sl3R1vcAU
Don't forget to check out my sewing machine playlist:
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtIKxbd6ms86q18qq4C-f_E4lqqwlzkfK
patternemporium.com/products/all-in-easy-fit-shirt-sewing-pattern?srsltid=AfmBOop36TAp9NjIrYOneiZPqpthg6noZhkFmNlARC_59LkqB1GB_FWn
Another easy to make blouse is 'The Blouse' by the Avid Seamstress:
theavidseamstress.co.uk/products/the-blouse?srsltid=AfmBOorHC8xg0cduVibZsN4_HhgzmdQl8_OBELuY4I4eq_zcNxQj7dm6
Other patterns mentioned :
Sienna Maker Jacket by Closet Core patterns:
closetcorepatterns.com/products/sienna-maker-jacket-pattern?srsltid=AfmBOopuIbpeIILdlIwd4voRZsY4NB1b1QRK2iNQiERG81hzFzBztb_P&variant=39419189788806
Make with Mandi Mia Dress:
thefoldline.com/products/make-with-mandi-mia-dress
I AM Patterns, Hathor vest:
https://iampatterns.fr/en/product/women-sewing-pattern-sleeveless-vest-hood-collar-buttonned-zipped-hathor/
La Bavarese cropped trench coat:
etsy.com/uk/listing/1681935671/cropped-trench-coat-trench-jacket-pdf?click_key=3dc9da680ff7f0c8475e8a92ff4f71447da9963e%3A1681935671&click_sum=13016848&ref=shop_home_active_3&sts=1
Style Arc Logan Shacket:
stylearc.com/shop/sewing-patterns/logan-shacket/?srsltid=AfmBOoo8y6u7l4lHjbX0lOJh4lXBt2vu2DN5232BaUnquxEJrtuwyNSW
The Avid Seamstress blouse:
theavidseamstress.co.uk/products/the-blouse?srsltid=AfmBOoqjUvUMThSzDit0WAUcdCs9KlrQZQ_MbNqdqVsU--vN2tK4Ax2h
Melilot shirt:
closetcorepatterns.com/products/melilot-shirt-pattern?srsltid=AfmBOop76_Ydi53p-r7qMycrurbSQCrJg2sLLITHLCwlKC5HNr7WX9mR&variant=40683450892422
@SharonSews shacket round up video:
youtube.com/watch?v=KY5gxGoRk4c&t=26s
Don't forget to catch up with my previous coats and jackets:
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtIKxbd6ms85Oqw7Lr-Abh0V_gOHSUujE
Pattern link:
etsy.com/uk/listing/1681935671/cropped-trench-coat-trench-jacket-pdf?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=la+bavarese&ref=sr_gallery-1-1&sts=1&dd=1&content_source=848b9305e6a8852a4fffcd835a299cd0a51d75be%253A1681935671&search_preloaded_img=1&organic_search_click=1
Make It Simple Pattern book:
shop.tillyandthebuttons.com/products/make-it-simple?srsltid=AfmBOoryB9jJn-lYelIaCPI0QVxCqZ1if8iLKJ0huHTD0FGYW9ajLecO
You can also find me over on Instagram instagram.com/halesmooresewing
Chalk hem marker review:
youtu.be/7zbWI7GvtgM
Sew clothes in your colour palette:
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtIKxbd6ms85nSSUcmUxJJnPaw0goLiDw
Decluttering playlist:
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtIKxbd6ms87OI71V5CpC7Xh-1-xBjGBe
Check out my decluttering playlist:
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtIKxbd6ms87OI71V5CpC7Xh-1-xBjGBe
Find your colour palette:
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtIKxbd6ms85nSSUcmUxJJnPaw0goLiDw
tammyhandmade.com/product/naya-t-shirt-sewing-pattern-digital-pdf-sizes-6-32
To claim your 20% discount off the Naya t-shirt please quote HALES20 at the checkout*
@Tammy.Handmade sew along for the Naya t-shirt:
youtu.be/Hh1Y8-FH2DE?si=yZMX0nBFuMRurTdo
*Discount applicable at time of filming - November 2023.
Full disclosure, this is a paid collaboration with Tammy Handmade.
Things I've been sewing, fabric I've been buying, sewing plans and story time about storm babet. I've been missing from YouTube for a while so thought I'd film a short catch up vlog about what I've been sewing.
Patterns mentioned:
Tilly and the Buttons Billie sweatshirt
Pattern Emporium Fit and Flare dress
The Avid Seamstress blouse
I AM Hathor
Mood Fabrics Felicia Sweater
Scoop neck grown on sleeve blouse
White T-shirt
Black T-shirt
Blue button up blouse
Red button up blouse
Striped shirt
Navy patterned shirt
Black wrap skirt
Navy wrap skirt
Red print skirt
Jersey knit culottes
Black wide leg trousers
Navy wide leg trousers
Black jeggings
White trainers
Black trainers
Here are the videos which go into more detail about the patterns:
Butterick coat:
youtu.be/c0zXCW1yq1I
Raincoat and denim jacket:
youtu.be/cc7m9iOgIgU
Vogue wool coat I donated:
youtu.be/9wESk4jQubQ
SewManju on Instagram:
instagram.com/sewmanju
Which coat pattern do you fancy making this winter?
Get organized with me by decluttering clothes which you don't wear. I am using my colour palette of cool winter colours to go through what I will keep and what I will donate, ready for the next season.
Declutter playlist:
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtIKxbd6ms87OI71V5CpC7Xh-1-xBjGBe
This is how I reupholstered a thrifted nursing chair on a budget. This is not a video by a professional furniture restorer, but a DIYer, so if I can do it then so can you. If you want to re-cover an Ikea tub chair then check out my video here:
youtu.be/oYaNHGEziGI
Have I quit sewing? Will I be making any more videos? Watch to find out.
This is the Lois Dress by Tessuti patterns, made in lace with a woven lining. I also made a jacket to go with my wedding outfit using New Look 6351. Both of these are made using my Cool Winter colours from my colour palette.
Fitting video about my jacket can be found here:
youtu.be/YcQ-uhS_Rfs
Chalk Hem marker review:
youtu.be/7zbWI7GvtgM
Wedding guest dress inspiration:
youtu.be/vRVKlK5Jvgw
Here is New Look 6351, an unlined jacket which I made this week ready for wearing to a job interview or as a wedding guest. I am pairing it up with the Tessuti Lois Dress, which I hope to make in lace. Sewing with lace can be tricky, so I hope it turns out ok.
If you're wondering what to wear to a wedding then check out my wedding guest dress video:
youtu.be/vRVKlK5Jvgw
Channel mentioned:
Clare @StitchHemSew
If you're wondering what to wear to a wedding or family occasion this year then here are some ideas of outfits, mainly dresses which can be dressed up or down. All the patterns mentioned are listed down below, along with the websites I visited.
For sewing patterns within the UK:
sewessential.co.uk
Pinterest wedding guest ideas:
pinterest.co.uk/search/pins/?q=wedding%20guest%20dress&rs=rs&eq=&etslf=3298&term_meta[]=wedding%7Crecentsearch%7C1&term_meta[]=guest%7Crecentsearch%7C1&term_meta[]=dress%7Crecentsearch%7C1
John Lewis wedding guest dresses:
johnlewis.com/browse/women/womens-dresses/_/N-flw
Patterns mentioned:
New Look 6507
Sew Over It Eve dress
Tessuti Lois dress
Closet Core Elodie dress
Deer & Doe Sirocco jumpsuit
Vogue Very Easy V9075
Don't forget to check out my Friday Sews playlist
youtube.com/watch?v=nSoR1PMUjww&list=PLtIKxbd6ms84x-Nt0_4OPES1Sl3R1vcAU
Here is my entry for #SewFrugal22 where I used a free sewing pattern and fabric I already had, which in this case was a remnant leftover from making a shirt last year and used less than 1 metre.
The free pattern is the No00Danmark top by How to Do Fashion and you can find it here:
howtodofashion.com/no-00-danmark-frontpage
Here is my plans video which details other sewing patterns which use less than 1 metre:
youtu.be/GYBi-odPR2s
Don't forget to check out the hashtag on Instagram to see all the other entries. You can follow me here:
instagram.com/halesmooresewing
The Juki HZL-DX 7 has so many useful functions, so I am showing you some of them today - the video would be an hour long if I showed you everything that this can do, but please leave a comment if you would like to see a part 2 to this review.
I am a garment sewist rather than a quilter so I haven't tested sewing a quilt on this machine yet, but I'm sure it is more than capable of handling it.
The Juki DX7 is a higher end sewing machine rather than a basic beginner sewing machine, but the manual is really clear so it is easy to learn to use. This video is not sponsored and it is my own opinion of the machine after using it for a few months.
Time stamps:
0:00
0:50 Lettering
5:59 Buttonholes
9:47 Function Buttons
13:44 Foot pedal
14:35 Knee Lift
16:55 Trimming threads with the foot pedal
Link to my unboxing video:
youtu.be/0_CHor5m4As
Here are my February makes, along with some new fabrics. Watch the video to find out how much I spent on sewing in February. The Etsy patterns were purchased at the beginning of March but I've included them in this video as I wanted to encourage more people to buy a pattern to support Etsy sellers in Ukraine.
Here are the Etsy patterns:
Apron pattern:
etsy.com/uk/listing/817495851/no-ties-apron-sewing-pattern-letter?click_key=15aa25522970e0b007b123d767a976b1babce1e8%3A817495851&click_sum=c416ae2b&ref=search_recently_viewed-3
Christmas quilt pattern:
etsy.com/uk/listing/852242696/quilt-block-christmas-tree-pdf-pattern?click_key=f26eccde3f127300860aee3a2ebc1ba202798538%3A852242696&click_sum=0cd32b3b&ref=shop_home_active_34&crt=1&sts=1
Lavender embroidery:
etsy.com/uk/listing/640681104/hand-embroidery-pattern-lavender-and?click_key=9950616808d0ea247734ebb46b9e19f3d7ca9d75%3A640681104&click_sum=011ddbcf&ref=hp_rv-1&sts=1
Patterns mentioned:
Deer & Doe Melilot shirt
Sew Over It Ravello beach cover up from the ebook Summer Dreaming
Tessuti Rae top
Tessui Lois dress
Grainline Studio Lark Tee
Viki Sews Anne Trousers
Fabrics purchased from 1st For Fabrics
Channels mentioned:
@StitchHemSew
@SewnontheTyne
@FarrellFocus
How to shorten wide leg jeans on a sewing machine and keeping the original hem. This tutorial will show you how to easily shorten jeans on a sewing machine, but remember that for this technique the circumference needs to be the same on the hem as the leg of the jeans. You don't need a special or heavy duty machine, but I would advise using a denim/jeans needle in your sewing machine. Don't forget to check out my other sewing tips and tricks videos:
How to Sew Velcro:
youtu.be/Pd7Cz6634dE
How to Recover an Ikea Tub Chair:
youtu.be/oYaNHGEziGI
How to get straight hems on clothes:
youtu.be/7zbWI7GvtgM
For all dressmaking garments you can follow me on Instagram:
instagram.com/halesmooresewing
It's time to get ready for a new season of sewing and have a declutter and tidy of my work space. Join me in decluttering my craft room and speed cleaning of my space, as well as sewing makes including the Tilly and the Buttons Billie sweatshirt, Deer & Doe Melilot shirt and the Sew Over It Ravello top.
Here is my decluttering playlist:
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtIKxbd6ms87OI71V5CpC7Xh-1-xBjGBe
#SewFrugal22
youtu.be/GYBi-odPR2s
#SewYourColours22
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtIKxbd6ms85nSSUcmUxJJnPaw0goLiDw
You can also follow me on Instagram:
instagram.com/halesmooresewing
Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!):
uppbeat.io/t/northwestern/homeward-bound
License code: JRVV7NPFV8HLC1IL
Don't forget to check out @MeganGMakes who is also bringing you some free patterns:
youtube.com/c/MeganGMakes
Here are the links to the patterns I mentioned:
Size Me Sewing Boxy Tee (free until 30 March 2022 using the code FRUGALTEE)
sizemesewing.co.uk/product/florence-boxy-tee
Sew Mama Sew Undaunted tee:
yumpu.com/en/document/read/31079497/undaunted-top-pattern-pdf-sew-mama-sew
How to do Fashion Denmark tee:
howtodofashion.com/no-00-danmark-frontpage
So Sew Easy Kimono top:
so-sew-easy.com/kimono-top-alternative
Free kaftan pattern by @StitchSisters
thestitchsisters.co.uk/blog/diy-kaftan-free-tutorial-no-pattern
Here is the live Q&A about the challenge:
youtu.be/8oD8-7B_27Y
Don't forget to check out all the other vloggers, including tomorrow's which are @AdamSews and @MichelleSewsAgain
You can follow me on Instagram :
instagram.com/halesmooresewing
What I'm wearing is the Lark Tee by @GrainlineStudioSewing
Do you make a toile/muslin for garments you're making? In this week's sewing vlog I'm going to show you 2 toiles I've made, one for woven fabrics and one for jersey knits. The patterns I've been working on are the Billy Sweatshirt by Tilly & the Buttons and the Melilot shirt by Deer & Doe Patterns.
Here is my video all about sewing wardrobe basics and are they as boring as they seem to be?
youtu.be/CbzSIs64ZD0
The app for finding out your colour palette is Colorise.me
I have highlighted the January makes from the Instagram challenge where I've been tagged, so if you would like to be included in the next one then please remember to tag me @halesmoore
You can also follow my makes here:
instagram.com/halesmooresewing
Here is a short review of the Avid Seamstress blouse which I made in January. The alterations include a 1" narrow shoulder adjustment and grading to a smaller size for the hips. My blouse was made in one of my colours from my cool winter palette.
Don't forget to find out what your colour palette is by using the app Colorise.me and then you can share it under the hashtag #SewYourColours22 or #SewYourColors22
In January I purchased a few patterns and fabrics and I kept a record of my spending. This was inspired by Katie @WanderingBobbin who kept a record of all her spending for 2021. You can check out her video here:
youtube.com/watch?v=HoEcsC02gpM
The Sew Your Colours 22 introduction can be found here:
youtu.be/F5cN7R6XqZM
You can find the playlist for Sew Your Colours 22 here:
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtIKxbd6ms85nSSUcmUxJJnPaw0goLiDw
Patterns mentioned include:
The Avid Seamstress blouse, The Deer &Doe Melilot blouse, Danielle top by Sinclair patterns, Anne trousers by Viki Sews, Marlo Sweater by True Bias
Today let's chat about neutral colours from our colour palettes. Depending on our colours our neutrals will be different. For me it is white, black, grey, but you may have cream, beige, brown. If you want to find out what your colours are then you can try out the free colour analysis app colorise.me
All the details about the Sew Your Colours 22 Instagram challenge can be found here:
youtu.be/F5cN7R6XqZM
The petite batwing jersey knit top I made is the Danielle top by Sinclair patterns.
My trouser playlist:
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtIKxbd6ms85r-PsHvXEqOilfBLkyXnEk
@TheMinimalMom
youtube.com/c/TheMinimalMom
Viki Sews Anne Trousers:
vikisews.com/vykrojki/pants-and-shorts/anne-trousers
Don't forget that Ruan @theyorkshiresewgirl and Sam @Frugalisama are running the #SewFrugal22 challenge this year, so all the details will be found on their channel, but I'll also be joining in again.
Today's video is a catch up with all the things I've got going on in my head at the moment, which include new fabric, sewing patterns, sewing plans as well as gifts I received for Christmas which are sewing related. Don't forget to join in with #SewYourColours22 or #SewYourColors22 challenge over on Instagram where you find out your colour palette, consisting of the colours which suit your complexion etc the best and then sew clothes in those colours. I've also started a bullet journal for 2022 where I will organise my sewing makes and purchases and any plans I have.
Full details on the challenge can be found here:
youtu.be/F5cN7R6XqZM
The Colour analysis website:
colorwise.me
If you'd like to see the disaster I had with fitting trousers then this is the playlist:
youtube.com/watch?v=u1rrXQnbehk&list=PLtIKxbd6ms85r-PsHvXEqOilfBLkyXnEk
You can also follow me on Instagram:
instagram.com/halesmooresewing
Clare's channel:
youtube.com/results?search_query=stitchhemsew
Ana's channel @yougotmeinstitches1847 :
youtube.com/channel/UCsbqLYBMzRl8ap-xL0_fLqg
If you're looking to sew clothes in colours which suit you better or make you feel good then this challenge is for you. Sew your colours is about finding out what your colour palette is and then sewing clothes using those shades, which not only will help you sew a more colour co ordinated wardrobe but give you more options to mix and match your clothes, saving you money in the long run. If you'd like to join in then please use the hashtag #SewYourColours22 or #SewYourColors22 and if you would like me to share your makes then please tag me in your post @halesmoore
Don't forget to follow the hashtag to discover more about colour theory.
The free app I used for a quick colour analysis was Colorwise.me:
colorwise.me
2020 Makes video:
youtu.be/PHprkkGCeok
2021 Makes Video:
youtu.be/KgcqAii2tvA
You can follow me on Instagram:
instagram.com/halesmooresewing
Colour wheel image from www.goodfreephotos.com
Here is everything I made on my sewing machine in 2021. Each item is shown with the pattern name/number and a brief description of any adjustments I made. Most of the items are made from jersey knit fabrics rather than woven fabrics, but there are still 2 jackets and some shirts/blouses in my makes for the last year. The total for the year was 58 items (not including all the face masks).
Trouser fitting playlist:
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtIKxbd6ms85r-PsHvXEqOilfBLkyXnEk
Mum's 50 year old wedding dress:
youtu.be/5GAB_DYqJJE
Juki DX7 unboxing video:
youtu.be/0_CHor5m4As
Grainline Lark Tee pattern:
grainlinestudio.com/products/lark-tee?variant=22646643720274
You can also follow me on Instagram:
instagram.com/halesmooresewing
Most Used t-shirt pattern was the Grainline Lark Tee. Most used sweatshirt pattern was the Simplicity toaster sweater #8529. The majority of my t-shirts were made in cotton jersey. I made the Ayora Jacket and the Mallard Jacket as my 2 coat patterns this year. Other items include the Sew Over It Florence dress, Sew Over It work to weekend book patterns, a few Marlo sweaters by True Bias and a few free sewing patterns by @StitchSisters and @Mood_Fabrics
Music provided by The Bardelli's. Playlist for more music @thebardellis
Track #12 free vlog music. No copyright by the Bardelli's
Here are some easy to sew gifts you can also make which I've made for my work colleagues, as well as a Christmas jumper and alterations to the Pauline Alice Ayora jacket.
Christmas jersey fabric was purchased from Caboodle Textiles in the UK.
The party dress I wore was from Javelin online:
javelinonline.co.uk/collections/ladies-dresses/products/lyla-hnk-lace-top-dress?variant=40483089252548
Here are 10 stocking filler gifts for people who sew for under £15. There are lots of great gifts to buy for people who sew. Feel free to share this video with people who may need some ideas - hint hint!
10 Presents for Sewists (People who sew), not from Amazon:
youtu.be/YK1pejlBuZo
Liberty tape measures:
libertylondon.com/uk/search?q=tape+measures&search-button=&lang=default
Haberdashery items, including chalk pens and finch curves from William Gee:
williamgee.co.uk/?s=French+curve&post_type=product&dgwt_wcas=1
Thread cutters:
sewessential.co.uk/catalogsearch/result/?q=thread+cutter&p=2
Gutermann Colour chart
sewessential.co.uk/haberdashery/threads/hand-and-machine-sewing-threads/gutermann-shade-cards
Prym Turning tool:
jaycotts.co.uk/products/prym-610190-turning-set
Liberty pin cushions:
libertylondon.com/uk/search?q=pin+cushion&search-button=&lang=default
Prym magnetic pin bracelet:
1stforfabrics.co.uk/product/prym-love-silicone-bracelet-magnetic-pin-cushion
You can find lots of button coasters, magnetic dishes and sewing themed mugs on Etsy:
etsy.com
Gel Knee pads:
screwfix.com/p/site-optimus-gel-knee-pads/74372
Makers Journal:
clothkits.co.uk/products/makersworkbooksewingpatterntrace?variant=33071326789666¤cy=GBP&gclid=Cj0KCQiA-eeMBhCpARIsAAZfxZDoz2qVHteXVsBoRhyqGBEAy6H7lLhUJhkzy30Pzf35pZdxMubZSxoaAsHDEALw_wcB
10 gift ideas across a range of prices for someone who sews, so please share this video with someone who may need some help with Christmas shopping!
If you are looking for stocking filler ideas then please check out my budget gift guide:
youtu.be/xXF9K3n7-2s
All of the products I mention in this video can be bought from independent stores, as well as from Amazon.:
Rotary cutters, mats and scissors can be found at a variety of fabric stores.
You can find a range of wooden items including seam rippers at Beyond Measure:
shopbeyondmeasure.co.uk/products/wooden-stitch-ripper?_pos=1&_sid=c78d70978&_ss=r&variant=31368035336259
Sewing subscriptions are available from:
Sew Hayley Jane:
sewhayleyjane.com
Fabric Godmother Dream Wardrobe:
fabricgodmother.co.uk/kits-gifts
Leather bag making kits from RJ Leather Studio:
rebecca-jane.com/collections/handbag-kits
Sewing Kits:
1st For Fabrics:
1stforfabrics.co.uk/new-products
Guthrie & Ghani sewing kits:
guthrie-ghani.co.uk/sewing-society/kits
Sewing Books:
Tilly & the Buttons
The Tailoring Book
The Fitting book, by Gina Renee
Independent Bookstore:
uk.bookshop.org
Shall I make a very easy vogue dress, buy a dress or make a different sewing pattern? Please put your recommendations in the comments down below for sewing patterns to make a party dress.
You can follow me behind the scenes over on Instagram Stories:
instagram.com/halesmooresewing
Clothes I got rid of video:
youtu.be/zZDSM3cW_J0
Patterns mentioned:
Vogue 9053, a v neck woven sleeveless dress
Ravello dress by Sew Over It Summer Dreaming ebook
Westcliff by The Friday Pattern Company
Ayora jacket by Pauline Alice patterns
Sew Over It Florence dress
Simplicity toaster sweater 8529
Butterick 6621
Simplicity shirtdress 8014
McCalls shirt 7575
52 makes video:
youtu.be/PHprkkGCeok
Coat Patterns:
Mallard Jacket by the Sewing Revival
Ayora Jacket by Pauline Alice patterns
Don't forget to find me over on Instagram:
instagram.com/halesmooresewing
youtu.be/9wESk4jQubQ
Here are the clothes I made recently using fabric in my stash. Please find a list of the patterns below:
Edie top by Sew Over It's Work to Weekend ebook, fabric from Beyond the Pink Door
Marlo Sweater by True Bias in a cable knit jersey from 1st for Fabrics
Simplicity 8259 sweater made in cosy sweat shirting from Beyond the Pink door
Lark Tee Boatneck option with cap sleeve and short sleeve
Felicia Sweater which is a free pattern by Mood Sewciety:
moodfabrics.com/blog/the-felicia-sweater-free-sewing-pattern
*The True Bias Marlo Sweater was made in a size 10, grading to a 12 at the hips (not 14).
Decluttering playlist;
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtIKxbd6ms87OI71V5CpC7Xh-1-xBjGBe
Fabrics purchased from :
1st for Fabrics
@Beyondthepinkdoor
Coat Making playlist:
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtIKxbd6ms85Oqw7Lr-Abh0V_gOHSUujE
Here are 5 key pieces to make for Fall/Autumn. All of the patterns mentioned in this video can be found below and the links will take you to the websites where you can see the size charts for each pattern company. Please note that these are Not affiliate links.
Decluttering playlist:
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtIKxbd6ms87OI71V5CpC7Xh-1-xBjGBe
Sweatshirt/hoodie
Billy Sweatshirt by Tilly and the Buttons which can be a dress or sweatshirt with sleeve options
shop.tillyandthebuttons.com/products/billie
Toaster Sweater by Sew House 7
sewhouse7.com/products/the-toaster-sweaters
Nova Sweatshirt by Sinclair Patterns
sinclairpatterns.com/products/nova-knit-raglan-sweatshirt-for-women-pdf
Fenix by Style Arc patterns
stylearc.com/shop/sewing-patterns/fenix-sweatshirt
Ada Sweatshirt/hoodie by Schnittchen patterns
schnittchen.com/en/product/sewing-pattern-ada-hoody
Jacket/Coats
Sorrento Denim Jacket by Sew Over It's capsule wardrobe
sewoverit.com/product/my-capsule-wardrobe-summer-dreaming-ebook
Audrey Denim jacket by Seamwork
seamwork.com/catalog/audrey
I Am Jacques raincoat by I Am Patterns
https://iampatterns.fr/en/product/sewing-pattern-women-raincoat-rain-jacket-parka-jacques/
Chloe Coat by Sew Over It
sewoverit.com/product/chloe-coat-sewing-pattern
Ninot Jacket by Pauline Alice
paulinealicepatterns.com/en/jackets-coats/82-ninot-jacket-pdf-pattern.html
Mallard coat by Sewing Revival
thesewingrevival.com/products/mallard-coat
3/4 length t-shirt:
Coco by Tilly and the Buttons
shop.tillyandthebuttons.com/products/coco
Afra by Fibre Mood
fibremood.com/en/patterns/582-afra-t-shirt
Lark Tee by Grainline Studio
grainlinestudio.com/products/lark-tee?variant=22533587304530
Edie Top by Sew Over It Work to Weekend capsule wardrobe
sewoverit.com/product/my-capsule-wardrobe-work-to-weekend-ebook
Cardigans:
Marlo Sweater by True Bias
truebias.com/2021/01/introducing-the-marlo-sweater.html
Fuller cardigan by Cashmerette
cashmerette.com/products/fuller-cardigan-pdf-pattern
Jamie Cardigan by Ready to Sew Patterns
https://readytosew.fr/en/shop/15-jamie-cardigan.html
Juniper cardigan by Jennifer Lauren Handmade
https://jenniferlaurenhandmade.store/product/the-juniper-cardigan/
McCalls7476
sewessential.co.uk/misses-drop-shoulder-vest-cardigans-mccalls-pattern-7476
Over Sized shirt:
Archer shirt by Grainline Studio
grainlinestudio.com/products/archer-button-up-shirt?variant=22533586387026
Montana shirt by Itch to Stitch
itch-to-stitch.com/new-sewing-pattern-montana-shirt
Sewing Revival Mallard coat reviews can be found on these 2 channels below:
@AlexJudgeSews
@thedahliasewciety
I decided to upgrade my sewing machine after using mid range machines which were sadly lacking in some areas. This is the Juki HZL DX7 model, which comes with an extension table, programmable foot and plenty of LED light. I'll show you the basics of the special features of this Juki sewing machine and I will probably update you once I've used it for a good while, but so far so good.
You can usually find me over on Instagram Stories:
instagram.com/halesmooresewing
I hope you enjoy seeing my mum's handmade wedding dress that she made 50 years ago. This 1970s style dress includes full lace sleeves and a train. I've been busy decluttering, following the methods from @TheMinimalMom and @DanaKWhite to donate and recycle things which I am no longer using. Come and see a before and after of my decluttered sewing space as I no longer have a big pattern stash and have reduced my fabric down in my Ikea Kallax unit.
You can usually find me over on Instagram Stories in-between Youtube videos:
instagram.com/halesmooresewing
Welcome to episode 3 of my delcuttering saga! In today's video of Friday Sews I am showing you how I've been organising my sewing pattern pdfs, as well as how I store my pdfs and how I go through the process of decluttering fabric and sewing patterns which are no longer of use to me. I've been following the methods by @TheMinimalMom and @DanaKWhite to sort out what I actually need. The Marie Kondo method is not working for me.
For behind the scenes of my process then please follow me on Instagram Stories:
instagram.com/halesmooresewing
Amazon files for pdf storage *affiliate link:
amzn.to/3xxXPs4
Decluttering playlist:
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLtIKxbd6ms87OI71V5CpC7Xh-1-xBjGBe
This week I have been decluttering my sewing room, with thanks to everyone who commented on last weeks video about being a sewing hoarder (see link below). I've been watching Clutterbug on Youtube and think my organising style may be a butterfly - check out Cas below to see what I'm on about. This is part 2 of my decluttering series and I'm taking advice from the Minimal Mom and realising I don't need to hold on to things as much as I have been. Oh, and I also get distracted by some 1980s vintage sewing patterns in the process!
Realising I'm a hoarder:
youtu.be/Uu11y1BqdII
ClutterBug:
youtube.com/results?search_query=clutterbug+butterfly+organizing
Minimal Mom:
youtube.com/channel/UCeLICYOqHfIrfSAQq1TT7PA
Amazon files for pdf storage *affiliate link:
amzn.to/3xxXPs4
Send help, my sewing has taken over my house and I need to declutter as feel like sewing has turned me into a hoarder! Come see the mess behind the scenes in this sewing vlog where I look for ways to be more organised in my sewing room and not keep buying sewing patterns and fabric and notebooks!
If you know ways to tackle the mess and have any organising tips and systems in place that work then please leave them in the comments below.
How to make a lined beach bag:
youtu.be/sU0De2fqrqk
You can follow my progress and makes over on Instagram:
instagram.com/halesmooresewing
In this tutorial I show you how to make a lined tote bag with a front pocket which is ideal for taking to the beach or swimming as it is a large waterproof bag. This bag tutorial shows you how to sew boxed corners and add a lining to a tote bag. The fabric I used was a rain coating fabric so I used a ballpoint needle as well as a teflon sewing machine foot to make things easier.
The sewing clips I used can be found here (*and are an affiliate link):
amzn.to/3dtGPLv
You can also follow me on Instagram:
instagram.com/halesmooresewing
Music provided by:
www.bensound.com
Sew Over It Ultimate Culottes is available as a pdf sewing pattern and has a side zip closure, high waist and options of a waistband or facings. I made mine using a crepe fabric and made some alterations to get a good fit.
Piper shorts by Mood Fabrics:
moodfabrics.com/blog/the-piper-shorts-free-sewing-pattern
Sew Over It Ultimate Culottes pattern:
sewoverit.com/product/ultimate-culottes-pdf-sewing-pattern
Luna Loungewear by @LoveNotions
lovenotions.com/product/luna-loungewear-ladies-xs-xxxl
Frugal frocks video featuring Mood patterns:
youtu.be/5-5agyQ13yU
Swimwear video:
youtu.be/JSf049Twhkc
You can also follow me over on Instagram:
instagram.com/halesmooresewing
Dreams by Dj Quads @aka-dj-quads
Music provided by Free Music for Vlogs youtu.be/6D1c2N3adLQ
These are the @SewOverIt Ultimate Culottes made as a muslin to check the fit. The culottes have front and back darts to give shaping and the closure is a side zip. I made a size 17 (graded between sizes). Don't forget to check out my sewing trouser and pants playlist which will bring you up to speed with my sewing journey. Have you started planning your sewing makes for summer yet?
You can also follow my progress on Instagram:
instagram.com/halesmooresewing
Shops mentioned:
Rainbow Fabrics:
rainbowfabrics.co.uk
Fabric Godmother:
fabricgodmother.co.uk
Pound Fabrics:
poundfabrics.co.uk
You can follow what I'm up to over on Instagram:
instagram.com/halesmooresewing
Kwik Sew K4182
Jalie 3350 one piece swimsuit *affiliate link
amzn.to/2R2xQcf
Mood free sewing pattern Cordia high waisted 2 piece swimsuit
moodfabrics.com/blog/the-cordia-high-waisted-swimsuit-free-sewing-pattern
Patterns for Pirates The Plunge swimming costume
patternsforpirates.com/product/take-the-plunge-swimsuit
Closet Core Bombshell swimsuit
store.closetcorepatterns.com/products/bombshell-swimsuit-pattern
Don't forget to check out the other Friday sewists who are making swimwear:
@MariSews
youtube.com/channel/UChEJTSyVyGuv-eqLpRAGr0g
@TodayinJensSewingRoom
youtube.com/user/mwnjw
@FarrellFocus
youtube.com/channel/UCKck1tOXoT_cQrrm9zpxU4w
Swimwear fabric in the Uk:
thenewcrafthouse.com/collections/swimwear


