Sew Carrie Sew: February 2021

Monday, February 22, 2021

Floral Blazer

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This lovely stretch cotton twill that was gifted to me by Minerva was perfect for this blazer!

I used view C of Simplicity 1421. Of course I made a few hacks! 😊

I added a border to the pockets to coordinate with the black facings and collar using black stretch twill.

I also eliminated the buttons on the sleeves. Been there, done that! LOL!

I made my own bias tape for the Hong Kong finish - using a pretty print from my stash.

I love princess seams and these didn't disappoint.

I love the shaping on this jacket!

This is my 2nd time using this pattern, so it has become one of my TNTs!

I always use my buttonhole kit after stitching buttonholes. I makes for a nice, clean cut!

I will be wearing this jacket year round...with jeans and skirts.

Of course I added my label - to the facing!

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Do you love princess seams?

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Friday, February 5, 2021

Tote Bag with Fabric from Minerva

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Another Minerva Make!

I wanted to make a tote bag with my latest self-drafted pattern. This cotton canvas print was perfect! I used a red and white polka dot polyester lining from my stash.

The construction was pretty straight forward...including the print matching! I fused Fusible Pellon Flex Foam to the lining pieces.

I used a 7' zipper to make the welt pocket on the front of the bag. The same red lining was used for the welt pocket.

I then decided to add a back pocket to the back of the back of the bag with fabric from my stash. And of course I added interior pockets.

I basted the back pocket before attaching the handles.

I used black 1" light weight poly propylene webbing for the handles.

I'm pretty happy with the "boxing" on each side of the bag, I created darts to get this effect. I wasn't sure if it would work, so I did a quick draft before cutting this fabric.

Yaaay! It worked!