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MingMakes
- May 23
- 6 min
The Avid Seamstress Blouse review
My review of the Avid Seamstress Blouse, sewn on the wonderful Creative Spirit Retreat in polka dot cotton and self-cover buttons
549 views
MingMakes
- Apr 7
- 8 min
Kelly Anorak
Review of the Kelly Anorak in dry oilskin, with details of how I corrected a 1cm discrepancy in my zip, and where I got my silver hardware
554 views
MingMakes
- Feb 11
- 6 min
New Look 6545 Bomber Jacket
My review of the New Look 6545 bomber jacket in embroidered floral chambray and lined with Bremsilk, a superb pattern and fabric pairing
533 views
MingMakes
- Jan 6
- 12 min
Zadie Jumpsuit 2 in velvet
Review of my gorgeous velvet Zadie Jumpsuit with gathered full length sleeves and satin binding
772 views
MingMakes
- Dec 10, 2023
- 12 min
Eden Coat
Review of the Eden Coat by Tilly and the Buttons in a beautiful blue and white checked wool, with details of my pattern matching journey
437 views
MingMakes
- Sep 16, 2023
- 9 min
Ginger Jeans
My review of the Ginger Jeans by Closet Core Patterns, made in stretch denim with high-waist and stovepipe leg, at a Guthrie&Ghani workshop
642 views
MingMakes
- Aug 1, 2023
- 9 min
Zadie Jumpsuit
My review of the Zadie Jumpsuit by Paper Theory, including fitting adjustments and toiles, construction and dealing with the tricky binding
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MingMakes
- Jun 5, 2023
- 7 min
Heather Blazer
My review of the Heather Blazer by the Friday Pattern Company, including my fitting and construction details, and Claire Tyler's workshop
374 views
MingMakes
- Apr 30, 2023
- 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
718 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
438 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
561 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
1,111 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
339 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
274 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.
310 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
531 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
292 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
893 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
750 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.
285 views
