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I needed a project to clear my head while I've bee

I needed a project to clear my head while I've been working on some behind the scenes projects and the #trlazyjumpsuit by @tropicalresearch fit the bill perfectly. I've been thinking about making a jumpsuit for awhile but I've been hesitant for a few reasons. After seeing the #sewajumpsuitchallenge from @slowsewed and encouragement from @ambrosiakramer, I decided it was time to dive in.

I made a medium on top and graded to a large on the bottom. My bust is 36" and my hips are 42". I also took 2" out of the top length, but I didn't adjust the length of the legs. I'm 5'4" for reference. I also added the leg gusset - because I love gussets - and I'm so glad I did. The pattern is easy to follow (it helps to view the PDF in two page layout) and includes beautiful illustrations and lots of nice seam finishes - although this fabric was a bit too thick for French seams, it worked out. Now, I want to make a shorts version out of linen.

Fabric: Camp cotton from @fancytigercrafts that I bought a few years ago. I don't know the weight, but it's on the heavier side. It has a nice woven texture and obviously this color has been a theme for me.

Ugh...I always want this to go smoothly, but it ne

Ugh...I always want this to go smoothly, but it never does. Why does it look so easy when I see others do it?!?! Maybe it's the zipper type 🤔 If you have any tips or tricks I would love to hear them!

Happy pattern release day to @fibrandclothstudio!

Happy pattern release day to @fibrandclothstudio! Here are my tester versions of the newly released #FCZWPhotinia. Alexis has been working hard on making a zero-waste version of the Photinia top and dress.
The pattern size range is Bust: 30"-62” and Hip: 34"-66". The pattern is drafted directly to the fabric.

For my two versions I made Size A. The sleeveless version is made from an odd shaped remnant of @slowgoods.studio linen/tencel fabric. It's a bit hard to tell in the photos, but I had to piece my remnants together in order to get the correct dimensions for the pattern layout. I had the perfect amount for the body, but needed to use white linen for the bias bound neckline and the armhole facings. The 3/4 length version is made from solid washed linen in the color Ocean from @stonemountainfabric.

Now I'm dreaming of making a sleeveless dress version for summer!

Congratulations Alexis!!

Experimenting with layers today! #EddieSmock worn

Experimenting with layers today! #EddieSmock worn open over #AdamsPant with a #BurgosVest to top it all off.

I just published the sewing tutorial for the Eddie Smock. It is divided into 4 short videos and is meant to be a compliment to the instructions (not a replacement). You can find the link to my YouTube channel through the link in my bio.

As the weather warms up, I'm looking forward to exploring a few hacks that I have been dreaming about for this pattern. I hope to share more on that soon.

Ever wondered how to make changes to a zero-waste

Ever wondered how to make changes to a zero-waste pattern layout? Here's a quick look at how I shorten the layout to work for my height. It's a pretty quick and easy change, but if you've never gone through the process it may seem intimidating because one little change can affect the whole layout. While the Eddie Smock is an easy garment to fit, the pattern does go into more detail on how to make adjustments so you can make the changes needed to make the pattern work for your body.

You can find the pattern for the #EddieSmock in my bio.

This definitely is the best part! I love seeing al

This definitely is the best part! I love seeing all the tester makes together. I’m so incredibly appreciative of the work that pattern testers put in to help designers!

Check out my blog for more info on each of these makes - sizing, fabric used, any modifications, etc. I hope it inspires you and helps when you are diving into making your own version on the Eddie Smock. Find the link in my bio.

Thank you to all of my testers! You guys are amazing!

I love a versatile garment! The side ties of the E

I love a versatile garment! The side ties of the Eddie can be tied in different ways depending on how you are wearing it. Here I'm adding a knot at the end of the tie - it doesn't matter if it's the end that's toward the front or the back, but here it's at the end that's towards the back. The knot serves as an anchor so you can then tie it in the back. This knot could also be concealed on the inside of the smock. Experiment with the ties - how many different ways can you use them?

Find the pattern in my bio - 15% off until tomorrow 2/7!

If you're curious about how the Eddie Smock comes

If you're curious about how the Eddie Smock comes together, here's a little peek at the process. The design is based on individual modular shapes that come together to make the main components of the garment. Once you understand the concept, it's easy to adjust the pattern layout to fit your preferences and/or fabric.

You can find the link to the pattern in my bio...it's 15% off through Tuesday. Let me know if you have questions.

It’s here! Introducing the Eddie Smock - a zero/

It’s here! Introducing the Eddie Smock - a zero/minimal waste PDF sewing pattern. To celebrate, the pattern is on sale - 15% off - from now until Feb. 7 (midnight CST). Find the pattern on my website - link in my bio.

The Eddie Smock comes in 3 views: Dress, Tunic, and Blouse - each with different sleeves treatments. Sizing: Bust/Chest 30”-70”(76.2-178cm) & Hips 32”-72”(81.3-183cm) with B-Cup and D-Cup ranges included for all sizes.

The smock has an A-line silhouette and features slightly dropped shoulders, a button front, shirttail hem, and back pleat detail. For the dress and tunic version, side ties are included to allow the smock to be cinched at the waist or tied in the back. The pattern is drafted directly to your fabric using the provided templates. You can find more details on my blog (see link in bio).

I want to thank all my testers for their help getting this pattern to the finish line. I will be sharing their makes soon on my blog with all their size information and any adjustments that they made to the pattern. A special thank you to my editor @handmademandy for helping with all the little details. Having a fresh set of eyes when you have been staring at something for so long is so valuable.

Also, for those of you who are more visual learners, I have filmed a sew-along that I am in the process of editing. I hope to have it out in the next couple of weeks. I will let everyone know when it is ready.

Thank you for all your support!
#GoldfinchEddieSmock #eddiesmock

The Eddie Smock is coming this Friday! This design

The Eddie Smock is coming this Friday! This design has been in the works for well over 6 months and it has grown and developed into so much more than I could have ever dreamed. It’s so close! I’m working on the last little details and everything feels like it’s coming together just as it should.

Here I’m wearing view 1 (a dress with cuffed, gathered sleeves) over view 3 (short sleeved, blouse). There are so many possibilities with pattern - not only in how you style it, but in how you can adjust the pattern layout to mix and match the different components.
#GoldfinchEddieSmock #EddieSmock

D E T A I L S: When designing zero-waste patterns,

D E T A I L S: When designing zero-waste patterns, one of my favorite parts is the little details that emerge seemingly on their own. For the Eddie Smock, I wanted to have underarm gussets at the sleeves. Instead of having a separate pattern piece within the layout, the underarm gussets are cut from the side panels thus creating a shirttail hem. The detail was not originally planned, but now I can't imagine the Eddie Smock without it.

Mark your calendars - The pattern will be released next Friday, February 3rd!

It's here! @taukomagazine Issue No. 6 - Artists' W

It's here! @taukomagazine Issue No. 6 - Artists' Workwear - is available today. I'm honored to have a design featured along with many other beautiful designs and essays.

The Lynn Vest is a zero-waste, reversible vest with hand-stitched details. The vest features numerous pockets for carrying your essentials to the studio and beyond.

It is a thrill to see all the work I put into this pattern last year come to life in these beautiful pages. And I'm looking forward to seeing more Lynn Vests out in the world!

Since finishing my #EddieSmock samples, I have bee

Since finishing my #EddieSmock samples, I have been enjoying playing with different styling options. Here the dress view is worn over jeans and a tee.

The pattern is zero to minimal waste depending on the size and cup range and will come in three views - dress, tunic and blouse. Testing is finishing up this week and then on to the final edits. The release date is still TBD, but I'll keep you updated.

As I sew some final samples for my upcoming patter

As I sew some final samples for my upcoming pattern - the Eddie Smock - I'm also filming the process for a sew-along. Here is a bit of the process for making continuous bias binding.

My testers are busy finishing up their versions and I'm looking forward to getting this pattern out in the world. The release date is still to be determined, but I'm hoping around the beginning of February. I'll be sure to update when I have a firm date.

#EddieSmock #GoldfinchEddieSmock

I spent the morning prepping a few samples of my u

I spent the morning prepping a few samples of my upcoming pattern - the Eddie Smock. Here I'm cutting out View 3 - the blouse length version. Quick and easy!

Happy New Year! I wanted to thank everyone for all

Happy New Year! I wanted to thank everyone for all your support in 2022. Every time I see someone wearing something they made from one of my patterns it absolutely makes my day. It has been such a joy for me to see everyone’s makes and I look forward to seeing more of it this year.

I’m very excited for what this year has to bring…January is going to be a big month so keep your eyes out!

Here I’m wearing my original sample of the Eddie Smock - sleeveless and open as a duster. The design has grown and evolved since this photo was taken last March and I’m looking forward to seeing it in it’s final form.

EDIT: Testing call closed. The Eddie Smock is re

EDIT: Testing call closed.

The Eddie Smock is ready for testing! The #EddieSmock is a loose-fitting garment that includes 3 views (dress, tunic and blouse) along with 3 different sleeve treatments. Zero-waste cutting techniques were used to draft the pattern (some sizes have very minimal waste) and the pattern is drawn directly to the fabric. The pattern sizing goes from 30”-70” at the bust and 32”-72” at the hips. Both B-Cup and D-Cup ranges are included for all sizes and views.

The testing period will last 3 weeks, starting Jan 4th (maybe a bit sooner) and will run through Jan 25th. I would like to allow time for people to not only make the garment, but to also wear it. My hope is that this allows for a more thorough testing of the garment and that the making process is not a rush. I will be using Slack to facilitate the testing group.

If you are interested in helping with the process, please fill out the form found in the link in my bio. I will be going through the applications over the next few days and I will let you know if you have been selected.

Thank you to everyone who takes the time to fill out the application! I look forward to working through this phase of the pattern making process and getting the Eddie Smock out into the world.

The Eddie Smock is just about ready for testing!!

The Eddie Smock is just about ready for testing!! This is dress length (view 1). There will also be a tunic and blouse length. I will have the testing application ready tomorrow so be on the look out. Testing will run from Jan 4th-25th. I’m so looking forward to this next step of the process.

One of the views for my upcoming pattern has a bia

One of the views for my upcoming pattern has a bias bound sleeve placket. It's not hard to do, but it is a bit fiddly to make sure you don't get any tucks and folds as you sew. This short video shows the general idea of how to do it, but I will have a more in depth video once the pattern comes out.

I'm hoping to be ready for testing at the beginning of the new year. I will most likely put out a testing call through my (neglected) newsletter. Sign up through the link in my bio if you want to know when the testing call goes out.

Wouldn't be cool if there was some kind of magical

Wouldn't be cool if there was some kind of magical cutting table that could be set up without having to rearrange the whole room and basically take up no room to store?!?! Until I have one of those, I guess my living room floor will have to do.

I just cut out a final sample of my upcoming pattern - the Eddie Smock. I'm going to sew this up and clean up my instructions as I go. I also finally finished my grading and figured out some issues that have been weighing on me for weeks. I'm still a ways off from being done, but it feels much closer now! Yay!

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