Sewing With Cinnamon

Sewing Swimsuits - The Summer Tote Pattern Hack

Hi Everyone! In Part 4, we wrap up the topic with a look at ways to complete the summertime look with the perfect accessories! There are a variety of things you can pair with your swimsuit to create a super cute ensemble set - A cover-up, sandals or slip-ons, shorts, and, of course, the perfect tiny tote!

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Seam Finishes - Mindil Beach Dress Sew Along Part 2

Hi Everyone! This week we will continue to work our way through the sew-along for the Mindil Beach Dress. We all work at a different pace and have different time allotments dedicated to sewing. This is a time to slow down a bit and work together to finish up this fun project!

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Seam Finishes - Mindil Beach Dress Sew Along

Hi Everyone! Are you ready to sew the Mindil Beach Dress? This week I have a set of step by step sew along videos that will walk you through the entire assembly of the dress. We will follow the pattern instructions with the addition of the hong kong binding technique!

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Sewing Modified Pattern Hacks - 3 Sleeve Modifications

Hi Everyone! In part 4 we are taking a look at how to switch things up a bit and modify a sleeve into a new design style. This is easy to do once you become familiar with the process - so let's jump right into this weeks tutorial! 

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Sewing Modified Pattern Hacks - Modifying Pattern Pieces

Hi Everyone! In part 3 we go a bit deeper into pattern hacking with a look at how to modify pattern pieces. Sometimes a few simple changes can really change up the look of a design!

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Sewing Modified Pattern Hacks - Starlight Gala Blossom Mash-Up

Hi Everyone! In part 2 we jump right in and do a mash-up of two of my favorite patterns - Starlight Gala and Blossom! Because these patterns have been drafted using the same set of standardized Liberty jane slopers, they have the ability to interchange the pieces. The determining factor in this design is the waistline of the two garments. Both bodices have the same waistline measurement, so they can easily be swapped to create a variety of unique looks!

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Sewing Modified Pattern Hacks - Topic Overview

Hi Everyone! Let's talk about - Creating unique looks with pattern hacks! Throughout this 4 part topic, we will cover a variety was to hack your patterns! There are so many ways to mix things up and create unique designs. You can combine pieces from different patterns, I call this one a "mash-up", or tweak an existing piece to add a new design element (this is a traditional hack), or lengthen part of the design (a simple hack), and so much more! I'm really excited about this opportunity to go deep into this topic!

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