There are some projects that go without a hitch, and then three are some that are laden with mistakes, missteps, and mishaps through the whole sewing process. My McCall's 7726 pants fall into the latter category, but has a happy ending. The first setback happened in the preparation of the fabric, even before any sewing or cutting was done. Then that was quickly followed by a series of adversities that arose in the actual making. It's a little miracle that these pair of pants

It doesn't hurt at all to name a sewing pattern for a men's shirt "The Gosling" because a google search of this pattern also conveniently conjures up multiple images of Ryan Gosling on the computer screen. The eye candy is a nice distraction, I will admit. Or a very strategically-named persuasion to get "The Notebook" movie fans to buy a shirt pattern possibly endorsed by the actor. Although I am an unabashed admirer of Gosling, that's not the reason I bought the PDF digital

The Kabuki Tee by Paper Theory Patterns is a pattern that I've had my eye on for a while. I do not own many patterns for woven tops, and its design ticked off many boxes for me. The kimono sleeves are a big draw, but the most eye catching details of this top are the right angles that join sleeves to bodice at around the bust line. Such a simple detail but so effective. The angular lines created by the right angles give the boxy shirt heightened geometric interest, and provide

A free pattern is easy to like. But a free pattern that is beautifully drafted with clear instructions gets a declaration of eternal love from me. The Wide-Strap Maxi Dress is possibly the perfect summer dress, and it's FREE! The pattern is impeccably designed by Lauren Boyle of Elbe Textiles, and is a co-creation with Peppermint Magazine. The PDF digital pattern of the Maxi Dress can be downloaded instantly from the Peppermint Magazine website. Due to the Covid-19 pandemic,