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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?

Do you know what bothers me about zero waste sewin

Do you know what bothers me about zero waste sewing? There is little room for error. If you mess something up, you can't just go to your leftover fabric and try again. I know this can be the case with all sewing, but it's definitely highlighted in zero waste sewing.

I'm working on another sample of my overall pattern and I messed up cutting the bib pieces. Somehow they are 1/2" too short on each side. Luckily, I made these out of a curtain I found at the thrift store and due to it's size I did end up with a bit leftover.

I can fix this problem, but it does leave me thinking about the process of zero waste sewing. Maximizing your use of the fabric is good, but maybe some remaining fabric can be useful. Having scraps that are squares and rectangles are easier to use and manage. What do you think?

We spent the afternoon at the pool and I'm really

We spent the afternoon at the pool and I'm really pleased with how the dress hack of my #zwlawrencetop works as a coverup. The changing rooms are closed at the pool and this dress is so easy to throw on over my suit. Also, I made this #serpentinehat by @elbe_textiles this morning and I'm in love. I don't know why it took me so long to make a sunhat!

You can find the Zero Waste Lawrence Top Pattern in my bio. I also wrote up a blog about how I hacked the pattern into a dress.

Scrappy quilt WIP • I didn't really have a plan

Scrappy quilt WIP • I didn't really have a plan when I started and it just keeps evolving and changing.

I wrote a blog post about my #zwlawrencetop dress

I wrote a blog post about my #zwlawrencetop dress hack. I detail all the changes I made to the original pattern - check out the link in my bio. You can also get the pattern for the Lawrence Top through the link in my bio.

There are so many ways to customize the pattern once you understand the concept of the pattern pieces layout. Bigger, smaller, longer and shorter - so many options. I'm currently working on a gathered front neckline hack and hoping it turns out as good as I see it in my head.

Finally got around to taking pictures of my #zwlaw

Finally got around to taking pictures of my #zwlawrencetop dress hack! I really love the double gauze...it's so comfy and breezy. I'm working on a blog post that goes into more details about the process and I should be done with that in a couple of days.

#memademay2021 Day 11: A very windy day by the lak

#memademay2021 Day 11: A very windy day by the lake.

I just finished sewing this self-drafted #zerowaste dress. I'm very pleased with, but the wind and brisk air required more layers for our walk. 📸 compliments of my 3 year old

Day 6 of working on my improv scrap quilt top. Yes

Day 6 of working on my improv scrap quilt top. Yesterday got away from me so I didn't work on it yesterday. I think I'm liking how it's coming together, but I'm at that stage where I question everything and wonder if it's bad. I'm sure you know that feeling. Hopefully as I add more I will feel better about it.

And even though you can't see it, I'm wearing a #staleytop over a handstitched #alabamachanin tunic. #memademay2021

I finished my dress version of the #zwlawrencetop

I finished my dress version of the #zwlawrencetop and I am so pleased with it 💙 I will take better pictures on myself soon, but I love the navy double gauze and vintage yellow buttons together so I had to snap a quick photo.

You can find the pattern for the Lawrence Top through the link in my bio.

I'm s l o w l y working my way through writing up

I'm s l o w l y working my way through writing up the pattern for these overalls. There will be instructions for creating your own self-drafted pattern pieces based on your own body measurements or the option to choose a size range.

I'm feeling antsy to be a little further along, but I'm trying be mindful of the process and not compare my timeline to others. It's so easy to feel like you're behind, when in reality you are right where you need to be.

I've been thinking about other versions of the #zw

I've been thinking about other versions of the #zwlawrencetop that I would like to make. I have some beautiful silk noil that I would like to use and a few ideas, but I want to make sure it's something that I will wear regularly. I love this patchwork version, but I only have one pair of pants that it works well with so it has not been worn much.

I have an idea for a dress, but I'm second guessing myself because I'm not sure it's my style. I'm trying to really think and be intentional about my makes so I have items that work in a variety of situations. Maybe a trip to the thrift store for a few more bottoms will open up some possibilities.

How do you plan your future makes? Do you try and make everything work together or is it more based on individual pieces that you are really drawn to? I'm curious about others process.

A quick, little scrap project completed! I was mak

A quick, little scrap project completed! I was making this water bottle carrier in my last post. It's made from upcycled cotton canvas cutoffs from @tigerowl.

I wrote a quick blog post about this project and my intentions for my large collection of fabric scraps. #linkinbio👆

P.S. I'm wearing my #zerowaste overalls in the photos and I have to say they are as comfortable as I had hoped when making them!

My patchy, cropped #zwlawrencetop is finished! I w

My patchy, cropped #zwlawrencetop is finished! I wrote a little about the process and the changes I made to the pattern on my blog. I really enjoyed making this top and hope to make another with my seemingly neverending supply of fabric sraps.

A big thank you to Jamie @reclaimedcraft for taking the time to save, sort and send me these scraps. I appreciate the time and thought she puts into working with reclaimed materials and waste.

Today is the last day to get 15% off the Lawrence

Today is the last day to get 15% off the Lawrence Top - Zero Waste PDF sewing pattern. The top comes in two lengths ‐ tunic and cropped. And two sizes - Size 1 fits bust 32"-44" and Size 2 fits bust 46"-56". If you don't fit in the size range, please reach out and I can try my best to make the pattern work for you.

I did a recap on my blog of my testers finished garments. It so nice to see them all together and the different approach everyone took. I'm also really looking forward to seeing more finished #zwlawrencetop from everyone who has already purchased the pattern. Thank you all for your support!

The link is in my bio for both the pattern and the blog ☝️ Sale ends tonight 03/14 at midnight CST.

I'm working on a patchy cropped Lawrence Top using

I'm working on a patchy cropped Lawrence Top using Elizabeth Suzanne scraps so kindly give to me by Jamie @reclaimedcraft. I modified the back pleats and made one big inverted box pleat. I think for the front panels I will eliminate the pleats altogether because I don't have quite enough of this olive linen.

I've been thinking about all kinds of hacks and mods for this top and I'm excited to test them out and share. Once you understand the concept/formula of this pattern, there are so many possibilities to customize it.

The Lawrence Top is 15% off through Sunday. Check it out on my website.

Today from 7-8pm GMT I will be speaking at the @zw

Today from 7-8pm GMT I will be speaking at the @zwdo_collective community call. The focus of the community call is on zero waste design for the home sewing and maker community. I'm looking forward to sharing more about me and my process. Check out @zwdo_collective the learn more about the other great speakers and sign up to join. If you can't make it today, the call is being recorded.

I photographed a quick tutorial for the side seam

I photographed a quick tutorial for the side seam facings for View B of the Lawrence Top. I hope it's helpful for those who have never done this technique. The tutorial is specific for View B, but the concept could be applied to View A. Check out the link in my bio.

Layers! I have been playing around with lots of d

Layers! I have been playing around with lots of different ways to wear my #zwlawrencetop. I really like it open over a long dress. I added a wool vest that I made from Elizabeth Suzanne scraps over the top and it's perfect for this not quite spring weather we are having.☀️

The Lawrence Top is 15% for the next week. Link in bio ☝️

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