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Check out Liz's @lizhaywood3754 version of the Sim

Check out Liz's @lizhaywood3754 version of the Simone Overalls. She is wearing them with her zero waste #Xantheatop. I love the combo and the red fabric that she chose. Liz wrote up a blog post about her experience. You can find it through the link in her feed. Thank you Liz!!
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Reposted from @lizhaywood3754
The @goldfinch.limited low-waste overalls were a joy to make and are amazingly comfortable. It's a very versatile pattern both in construction and ways to wear it.
Take a look at my blog this week for more 🙂 Link is in the bio.

I'm working on a dress hack for the Simone Overall

I'm working on a dress hack for the Simone Overalls and I want use patchwork to make it, but I'm staring at my scraps and I'm not sure what direction to go. Totally random? Some form of a plan...maybe lighter on top fading down to dark? Do I mix in some silk scraps with the linen? Thoughts anyone?

P.S. Link in bio for the pattern!

I finished my Photinia Top by @fibrandclothstudio

I finished my Photinia Top by @fibrandclothstudio this morning and I promptly put it on to wear. I made Size B (my chest is 36") and I love how roomy and flowy the top is. I could have easily made a Size A and I might size down for a dress version. I used a mystery fabric from the thrift store that was not super fun to sew with, but definitely feels good to wear.

I really enjoyed sewing up this top and I'm planning on making a dress version once I can make up my mind on fabric and mods. Also, this was my first project using my projector to trace out the pattern and I'm in love with this process. I'm looking forward to using and learning more about my projector.

Mods: I used Alexis's latest blog post for the mods, but also modded the mods 😆 I made a key hole opening at the front that is closed with a button. I also gathered the sleeves with 1/4" elastic.

The vest I'm wearing is my design and it's made from scrap Elizabeth Suzanne wool that I machine sewed the based and handstitched the details. I'm reminded that I wanted to make a linen version of this vest.

Today I wanted to highlight another tester version

Today I wanted to highlight another tester version of the Simone Overalls. @pockifish added a D-ring on the waist tie and elastic at the cuffs. I love these added details and they give a whole different look to the overalls. Check out her post for more pictures.
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Reposted from @pockifish
Finally living my toddler chic dreams!

I was fortunate enough to test the pattern for the #SimoneOveralls by @goldfinch.limited. It was my first pattern test and I had lots of fun! The pattern will hopefully be released sometime in the next few weeks.

It’s a minimal waste overalls/dungaree pattern (you end up with two leftover squares basically. How big depends on your size/layout) with a fun construction (especially in the crotch - there are no front or back seams!) The pre-drawn layouts go up to a 74’’ hip, but there are instructions for doing it yourself based on your measurements. And tbh, that’s what I should’ve done I think as I was on the small end of my size bracket and felt like mine ended up a bit too big. So self drafting is for any size, not just if you’re over 74’’ hip! Depending on how much ease you want etc.

The overalls have a channel for ties at the waist, with opening in the side seam, giving you lots of ways to tie them. I chose to add a D-ring to one of my ties and in the pictures I have it going through the back, and then wrapping in the front. I also like @queen_ambrosia_’s way of folding the bib sides in (cause I should’ve narrowed the bib more than the 2cm I did) I also added elastic to the cuffs as that made them look less big on me and it works beautifully in the fabric, which is a 155 gsm denim (a bit lighter than suggested) from @ohlssonstyger. So soft! And with an adorable all over fish print.

These also fulfil the brief for at least two challenges/competitions/whatever.
First of all, @fivespicepower please #GiveMeStuffSpicey! ✨ Cause overalls in the style of a toddler playsuit made from soft drapey denim giving me all the freedom of movement (and securely covering my butthole)... SO COMFY!

And secondly, this really is sewing for my inner child which is the @sewqueer theme for September!

And yes of course I made a matching scrunchie.

Check out these super cute Simone Overalls! Morgan

Check out these super cute Simone Overalls! Morgan was one of my awesome testers and she used the Self-Drafting Guide. She found a key issue that I was able to fix easily, but would have created some serious issues for sewists if it had not been fixed. I'm so grateful for her and for all of my testers who took their time to sew up the #simoneoveralls. Take a look at Morgan's feed for more photos. You can also see more tester makes in my stories highlight in my bio. The pattern can also be found through the link in my bio.

Reposted from @mogglemakes: More pics of my #simoneoveralls by @goldfinch.limited in dog-walking action 🖤

The Simone Overalls Sewing Pattern is here!! 🎆

The Simone Overalls Sewing Pattern is here!! 🎆 It is a minimal waste pattern that comes in 7 size ranges - up to 74" hip or the option to self-draft based on your measurements no matter the size. The pattern is drawn directly onto the fabric and the only pattern pieces that need to be printed are the bib cutouts. The Simone Overalls can be tied in a variety of ways and this detail lends to lots of creativity when getting dressed. Check out my blog post to read - link in bio.

To celebrate the release, the pattern is 15% off through Sunday at midnight CST. The discount is automatically applied at checkout!

I also started a YouTube channel! I have posted the first two videos of the Simone Overalls sew-along, along with a video demonstrating the different ways to tie the overalls. The rest of the sew-along videos will be up in the coming weeks.

Thank you again to my amazing testers! I wouldn't have been able to do this without their help! You can see some of their versions in my stories highlight and in my intro blog post.

Coming tomorrow! #simoneoveralls

Coming tomorrow! #simoneoveralls

I couldn't resist sharing this video showing how t

I couldn't resist sharing this video showing how things really get done around here!

I'm getting so close to being done with the Simone

I'm getting so close to being done with the Simone Overalls pattern. Some little tweaks here and there, plus a few more drawings and I will be done. I'm looking forward to releasing these this Friday!

Mark your calendars for October 1st! The Simone Ov

Mark your calendars for October 1st! The Simone Overalls will be released next Friday 10/1. I'm busy updating the pattern with all of my testers helpful feedback. I'm also working on editing a sew-along that I hope to have ready then too. Check out the Simone Overall stories highlight in my bio to see some of my tester's amazing overalls. I'm so excited to release this pattern!!

Just looking cool twinning with my mother-in-law 💙 My testing team is working hard on their own versions of the #simoneoveralls and it's so exciting to see the pattern come to life. I don't have an exact release date yet, but I'm hoping end of September or very beginning of October.

Just being silly with my mother-in-law while my hu

Just being silly with my mother-in-law while my husband makes us giggle. 😊 I made her a pair of #simoneoveralls so of course we needed to a do a little photo shoot. Here we are checking out her new to her VW bus.

I'm wearing a zero waste #Xantheatop by @lizhaywood3754 underneath my overalls. I added elastic at the sleeve cuffs to give them a subtle puff. I also gathered my overalls in the front and tied them in back. (You can look back at my previous post to see them tied in the front.)

My testers are working hard on their versions and I'm looking forward to seeing how they turn out. I'm hoping yo release the pattern by the end of September 🤞

•••EDIT: Tesing call closed••• Thank y

•••EDIT: Tesing call closed••• Thank you to everyone who has already applied to test the Simone Overalls! I'm going through all the forms now. I'm still looking for testers for the size ranges that run from 58"-74" hip (fabric requirements of 3.25yrds-4yrds).

Check out my last post for more info about the testing process or go straight to the link in my bio. Testers will recipe a small reimbursement and the final copy of the pattern. If you know anyone who might be interested, please help spread the word!!

EDIT: Testing call closed 📣Testers Needed! I'm

EDIT: Testing call closed 📣Testers Needed! I'm looking for a group of testers for the Simone Overalls. This is a minimal waste sewing pattern, with the potential to be zero waste. The pattern pieces are drawn directly into the fabric and you will only need to print the bib cutout curve. The pattern includes 7 sizes from 34” hip to a 74” hip. There are also instructions on how to self-draft the pattern to your exact measurements.

I will be offering testers $25 USD for material reimbursement along with a copy of the final pattern once testing is complete. There is no requirement to post photos on social media. The testing deadline is Sept. 19th.

If you are interested, please fill out the tester form - find the link in my bio. I will be getting the files out to everyone in the next few days. Thank you!

Here is my finished handstitched Xanthea Top. I'm

Here is my finished handstitched Xanthea Top. I'm very pleased with how this turned out and I'm looking forward to wearing it a lot. I made a few mods to the pattern and I wrote up a blog post about them - link in bio. This pattern goes up to a 70" bust and can be made with either woven or knit fabric so it is a very versatile pattern!

Pattern: #Xantheatop by @lizhaywood3754
Fabric: cotton jersey knit from my stash

A little peek at my handstitched #Xantheatop by @l

A little peek at my handstitched #Xantheatop by @lizhaywood3754. I'm currently writing up a blog post about how I made this version so more pictures to come the week. This is such a versatile zero waste t-shirt pattern and I'm excited to share more!

I'm so so close. They will be named the Simone Ov

I'm so so close. They will be named the Simone Overalls #simoneoveralls. I made this version to do a final run through on my instructions. I have a few tweaks and additions to make them as clear as possible, along with finishing a few drawings, and then they will be ready for testing. Oh, and these will not be white for much longer!

Fabric: 7oz cotton twill from @organiccottonplus ‐ I love the structure the overalls have with the heavier weight fabric.

I haven't made a handstitched garment, a la Alabam

I haven't made a handstitched garment, a la Alabama Chanin style, in awhile and I thought @lizhaywood3754 new zero waste pattern the #Xantheatop was the perfect project to stitch up. Of course, it would be faster to sew on the machine, but I'm excited to watch this top come together with all the handsewn details. Have you ever handstitch a garment?

I made a scrappy pouf! I thought for sure I would

I made a scrappy pouf! I thought for sure I would fill it up with all my scraps, but there is so much more room. Also, I'm bummed my little stop motion is so grainy, but I'm just going to go with it an try not to worry or obsess too much about it! Anyway, I wrote a bit about my process on my blog if you want to check it out - link in my bio.

Have you been working on any scrap busting projects?

Just check out our mini garden plot in my latest #

Just check out our mini garden plot in my latest #minimalwaste overalls made from a thrifted curtain 💙 This is just one of the ways the overalls can be tied. I'm getting closer everyday to having this pattern ready for testing. It will have 7 size ranges up to a 74" hip and instructions on how to draft to your own measurements.

A few days ago I asked about your thoughts on me making a toile in each size for pattern testers to try on before they began testing. While some thought it was a good idea, others pointed to some problems with my idea. For one, it would be a ton of work to make one for each tester. Secondly, it would really limit who I could send one to because of international shipping times and cost.

I'm not 100% sure where to go with any of it. My thought is one toile could be sent to a tester in that size - US only - and then could be shipped to another if someone wanted to try it. I would pay the shipping fees. Testing would not be limited to US only though.

Part of me thinks this is more hassle than it's worth and adds time and environmental costs, but the other part of me thinks it could be helpful for those who are willing to help test the pattern. Anyone have any more thoughts? Anyone local to Madison or Milwaukee that would be up for fit testing?

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