Hi everyone. I'm super excited to introduce a new course in Sewing with Cinnamon-Sewing With Coordinating Print Fabrics in our sewing projects!
Shari and I are going to tag team this four part series. We'll talk about different types of prints, different ways in which we can mix color theory into our design ideas, bringing colors together, both contrasting or some that are in the same color family. We'll use some project examples, patterns published at Pixie Faire, to walk through the design process, the choices made when we're looking at different fabrics, and how we bring them together for a cohesive look with our project.
Exciting Announcement!
We have a full collection of fabrics coming from Tilda Fabrics out of the UK. Thirty Two different coordinating fabrics from the Creating Memories collection. They're en route. We've been waiting. We're so excited. I can't wait to introduce this collection to you. Throughout this course, we'll work through different ways in which we bring these prints and different types of colors together!
We're planning how best to offer these fabric to you. Tell us in the comments below if you prefer fat quarters, 1/4 yard cuts. or 1/3 yard cuts. Our gaol is to bundle a few together to create sets paired with buttons, thread, trims, and lace. Watch for them to be listed mid-month!
It's gonna be so much fun! I'm super excited and I invite you to join us for this course. Are you Ready? Let's get started with part one below.
Part One: Understanding Fabric Prints
Let's kick things off with an in-depth look at fabric prints, specifically the Tilda Creating Memories fabric collection.
Fabric prints can be florals, geometrics, abstract, etc. Within each type of print you'll also notice two main types: all-over print and a repeating print. This mainly occurs in florals and a subtle all-over print or a systematic repeat of a specific floral motif.
Scale is important to note when looking at fabric prints. With stripes, dots, and gingham, you'll want to find the tiniest scale when the desired use if for making doll clothes. Floral prints can work at a larger scale, but with care for placement when cutting out your design.
Color combinations are key to combining prints in the same garment. You can choose a harmonious palette with subtle changes in colors or go for a little pop with contrasting colors. One key to success when combing floral prints is to choose a larger scale multi corded floral and pair it with a more subtle tiny all-over floral print that pulls from he same color palette. Adding a stripe or gingham can also round out that pairing nicely!
There are a variety of pattern designs on Pixie Faire that work well for this course. Check out the Designs Featuring Coordinating Fabrics Collection today! Here are a few that we will feature through out the month:
19 Comments
I generally like 1/2 yard cuts since I sew for 18" dolls and that way I know I’ll have enough fabric for the patterns that I like to sew, especially the historical ones. And a lot of times I can get a second garment like a blouse or skirt out of the remnants.
I am thinking1/2 yd. pieces. That way we will have more fabric to work with when cutting out patterns. Of course left over fabric can be used to make a cute accessory or even quilts. I am so excited for next months lesson. I love Colonial Williamsburg and actually have some of the fabric offered by Colonial Williamsburg. Love Historical clothing.
Like everyone else, I prefer larger cuts. I like to sew historic patterns mostly.
These prints are amazing!
I would like to see a range of lengths offered. Everything from fat quarters to two yards.
As mentioned by others, we sew for different size dolls, different patterns (short sets to colonial dresses), and some of us sew in multiples because we sell our makes.
I’m not always interested in a Pixie Pac because I have accumulated much through the 12 years I’ve been sewing for 18" dolls. Will we be able to just buy the yardage?
Will you be selling a swatch bundle? That would be so awesome. Then we can drool and dream til our hearts content.
I’m looking at KDD Sweet Summer Days 18". If ruffle is cut on bias, pattern calls for 1/2 yard. So I’d suggest half and third yard cuts. Certainly rather have too much than not enough. Leftovers can always be used in a quilt!