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MingMakes
- Apr 30
- 9 min
Sienna Maker Jacket
Detailed review of the Sienna Maker Jacket by Closet Core Patterns, including my fitting journey, seam finishes and channel-stitched belt
281 views
MingMakes
- Oct 10, 2022
- 5 min
Saguaro Set Top
My review of the Saguaro Set Top by the Friday Pattern Co, including fitting adjustments, how I got the waistband gathers even and my errors
225 views
MingMakes
- Aug 22, 2022
- 4 min
Saguaro Set Trousers / Pants
A full review of the Saguaro Set Trousers / Pants by the Friday Pattern Company, my fitting process, and tips on gathering the waistband
324 views
MingMakes
- Jun 3, 2022
- 4 min
Sagebrush Top 2
A second Sagebrush Top in double gauze gingham, describing how I reduced sleeve volume and where to place the armhole seam
544 views
MingMakes
- May 7, 2022
- 4 min
Simple t-shirts
Overview of 4 simple t-shirts in different fabrics - cotton jersey, Tencel modal and ribbed Tencel jersey
217 views
MingMakes
- Apr 9, 2022
- 7 min
Stella Hoodie
Full review of the Stella Hoodie by Tilly and the Buttons, including my fitting process and using shoelaces for a wide flat drawstring
172 views
MingMakes
- Feb 5, 2022
- 4 min
Freya Dress
My full review of the Tilly and the Buttons Freya knit dress. Lots of photos and details of my fitting process and challenges.
263 views
MingMakes
- Dec 19, 2021
- 9 min
Liberty Zina Wrap Skirt / Simplicity 8606
Full detailed review on the Liberty Zina Wrap Skirt / Simplicity 8606 pattern, including how I shortened the curved ruffle
379 views
MingMakes
- Nov 20, 2021
- 5 min
Frankie T-Shirt
Full review of the Frankie T-Shirt by Tilly & The Buttons with my stretch lace sleeve version, including all my fitting adjustments
207 views
MingMakes
- Sep 18, 2021
- 5 min
Sagebrush Top
Review of the Sagebrush Top, including my process for fitting, how I did French seams without bulk on the ruffle, and lots of other tips
715 views
MingMakes
- Aug 8, 2021
- 6 min
Fifi Eye Mask
A tutorial on how I hacked the free Fifi eye mask pattern, with neat binding and nose wire for excellent fit
80 views
MingMakes
- Jul 25, 2021
- 6 min
Lilou Dress
A review of the Lilou Dress pattern, including my process for fitting, lining the whole dress and sewing with checks.
223 views
MingMakes
- Jun 20, 2021
- 3 min
Clemence Skirt
My experience with the Clemence Skirt pattern, including a tutorial on pattern matching and using InvisiGrip
178 views
MingMakes
- Apr 11, 2021
- 4 min
Mimi Blouse
My experience with the Mimi Blouse pattern, including tips for the collar, neat sleeve pleats and rolled hem.
626 views
