Love your makes … your Donny shirt looks immaculate 👍👍and your portrait pants are ‘ classy’ - look very French . I’ve made the Petra pants son many times - it is a fab pattern but I’ve only ever made the wide legged version , you’ve inspired me to make the narrower leg ones . Thankyou
Yes Ruan you are a diamond for sure,you shine so brightly. I love your sense of humour and your videos are always uplifting. I enjoyed seeing all of your makes but my word those Pietra trousers in the houndstooth are superb! Thankyou Ruan.💖
You are so funny Ruan and a joy to watch!!! The ‚invisible stain‘ may be from pressing with steam. Especially with viscose I find that you can sometimes see a slight change of colour where a waterdrop hits the fabric
Luv - turn your rings around into your palm and then close fists before trying to put sweaters on. It took me awhile to twig into that one myself. Love your makes. Success!
Lovely video. Thanks. I recently tried the Itch to Stitch Crystal Cove Cami, it's such a nice design with an overlapping back. I wanted to try it as I needed one with cup sizes and Eureka! It was just perfect!
Oh my goodness that’s what happened to my Paige hoodie too!!! Such a shame! Your Tabitha tee is stunning. Really lovely Ogden - similarly to you I haven’t had success with sizing before - maybe I need to revisit. Use the saltwater slip as a cami top?!?! Lovely makes ❤
Ooh the saltwater as a slip. Good idea! Yeah I’ve a couple of things where the eyelet has pulled out of the fabric. I’ve asked for the new Prym vario tool for my birthday so hoping that might help 🤪
I love all your makes! I’ve been wanting to sew the Pietra pants as well, I hope to get to them before the end of summer. Thanks foe another great video.
I too love the Safiya trousers with the flat front. I make the flat bit wider and stiffen with interfacing. I also double the size of the waistband and use 2 inch elastic. I find that more flattering and comfy for me. So glad I am not the only one who forgets to lengthen every pattern piece😂😂😂😂. Your fix was so good though. You are indeed a diamond- absolutely precious!!! Pietra pants on my wish list. Really interesting vlog again. Thank you. 😊. Lynne
I forget to add inches to my bands, the back bodice, facings… you have a CLEVER remedy! Lovely makes. I had to finally buy the TATB book. Now I have all 3. I found it second hand, crossing my fingers the patterns are included!
Happy Sunday morning Ruan, from the northwestern part of the state of New York! Gorgeous, sunny and already warm morning here. Lovely to watch and giggle while with you while having my cup of coffee. The Ogden Cami just does not work for me and I finally gave up on it. I have, however, found a wonderful alternative, with a cute back, from Itch-To-Stitch called the Crystal Cove Cami. It's even faster to sew especially if you finish the hem with a narrow rolled hem on your serger/overlocker! I like making mine in swishy viscose, voile or a light weight satin and it is just super comfy. The design of the cami also gives your waist and hips plenty of room but doesn't look oversized at all. If you know what I mean. Truly enjoy your vlogs and thanks for all the fun content.
Well done Ruan, love the idea of a capsule wardrobe and think we should all do more of this. It was strange to see dark colours for this time of year but the weather hasn’t been kind to us. I love a Donny shirt and Ogden cami and have the Pietra trousers on my list to make. I also like the Etty cami by Tammy, not sure if you have made that one, it is a free pattern. I want one in a nice linen next. Happy Sewing ❤
Oh, you are such a diamond! I can’t get the Ogden to fit me. Ugh. I think I’m going to take it to my next sewing circle and ask for help. I found a sewing group! It has made me so happy. I’ve been twice and had the best time! Thank you for the awesome content and always bring a smile to my face.
Drawstring tip. Cut the string in half and add a piece at the back. Kind of like the neckband of your cardigan. Then the only pieces showing are the black parts - and they are long enough. Some people add elastic as the back piece. Your Petra's are fabulous. A favourite of mine. (for us with a waist I often leave off the elastic. OMG I know.) Great vlog, thanks Ruan.
All your makes are amazing but I have to say your pietra pants and the donnie shirt is my favourite.. The colour of the Donnie is so beautiful on you..
Beautiful makes, Ryan. You had a few surprises in there this time. My favorites are the Houndstooth Pietra pants and the hot pink Donny shirt. Loved it. 💕
Thank you for the entertainment, you make me laugh. You brought back memories of when I took my children through to Disneyland Paris - fantastic. Next, try Disneyland / California Adventure - you'll all love it x Heather, New Zealand x
All of the garments are just so cute. My favs are the floral dress and the houndstooth (dogteeth) tapered pants are fabulous on you. Can’t wait to see you make the wide leg.
Love all your makes Ruan. You have inspired me to have another go at the Donny - disastrous fabric choice on my first! I am similar measurements to you and have just made a Helen's Closet Ashton top. It's more of a tank style but is a really lovely shape and worth a try. Also now has a sleeve extension pack.
Love your makes! My copy of TATB Make it Simple book arrived this week ( I’m a new sewist) and I’m making the Saify’s trousers and Ogden Cami as a co-ord set for my holiday next week. It’s coming together so well!
Great video & love all the things you made. Your Marnie blouse looks lovely in that fabric & I think I prefer that style rather than the flounce one. I made two pairs of Safia trousers & so pleased with them & want to make a couple more in plain colours navy & dark green. I find Tilly’s book great & so easy to follow.
Another lovely collection of makes. Esp love the Tabitha dress (that fabric is 😍) and those Pietra trousers-what kind of fabric is the houndstooth? They go so well with the raspberry Donny too. Have made an Ogden before without success,inspired to give it another go after seeing this one thank you
So fun to see you quilting Ruan and I love your colors! Craftsy is a great platform. I still subscribe to them but admit haven't spent much time on there since seeing your Sew Frugal a few years ago. xx Karen
Hi! You my absolute fav sewing vlogger, love this episode ❤ its the best companie at a sewing sunday here in sweden. I have made the Pietra pants as shorts in dubbelgause and that is the ultimate summer comfy and the pockets just love them.
So agree with you that it’s good to try and use the patterns out of books. Going to make some Safiya trousers but am also tempted by the Tabitha dress after seeing yours. Might experiment with a dropped waist version . . .
Lovely makes Ruan! I’ve got a pair of pietras cut out, but other makes keep jumping the queue. I might try and make them next, as Summer looks like it’s been and gone x
Have you tried the Ogden dress hack? It's sooooo comfy! I have 3 so far! You use the lining piece as both lining and outer, then attach a gathered rectangle skirt to it! I've put side seam pockets in too. I think you'd really like it
Love the Pietra trouser, I’ve made the wide leg, tapered and shorts. As you say the wide legs have a bit more ease round the hips so just be careful when you make them, the shorts and tapered fit lovely
The Donny Shirt looks sooo good and the color! 😍 Beautiful makes Ruan. I just sewed the Pietra Shorts as well and I have the same "issue" with the style lines and pockets. They became invisible in my busy print. But it is such a good pattern!
Ooo I jumped on that link and it worked! Woohoo 🎉🎉 The second pattern I made was the safiya trousers such a lovely sew. I love how flattering the flat front is of these and the pietras. Xxx
Houndstooth trousers worked really well. Like you said, the small patterning meant pattern matching wasn’t really needed. And it all made for a lovely 60’s retro look.
Beautiful makes once again love the design of the hounds tooth trousers, especially a tapered leg, but as a chef I get to them all the time so not my fav for out where, if you get my drift. They look amazing on you. You make my day ♥
All your makes are lovely Ruan, you’ll get lots of great wear out of them😍 I had a similar fabric to the one in your Bertha cardigan and I made a Tammy Handmade Mila jumper. I made 2 toiles to get the fit right and sized down 2 sizes but when I made the actual jumper the fabric stretched to kingdom come! I’m now wondering what to do, try shrinking it in the dryer or re-cut it smaller but what do I do with the stretched neck on the jumper? Any thoughts would be appreciated. Thanks💕🥰
Oh no 😢. It’s very hard when you have a stretched out neckline. Maybe you could use some ribbing instead for the neckband? That might help bring it in a little 🤔
What perfect timing. I have also decided to try a quilt, after not planning to do any quilting, somehow I caught a bug. So, I signed up for Craftsy to check out that quilt class specifically. 😊 Your quilt looks like It's lovely. Enjoyed seeing all your makes.
Fab makes as always! I now need to make the Pietras! The fabric for your rabbits dress is just gorgeous and hellloooooo Mickey mouse Ogden cami… I mean… does it get any cuter!!
I liked all your makes. I love the Safira pants pattern and now want to make it in a plain colour. I made these as part of a coord set and works really well. I’m thinking navy as I don’t wear black. I interface the front flat panel now. A pattern you may like is the sewoverit silk cami. I’ve perfected it now but it has an internal facing which can feel restrictive but I sized up at the bust to rectify this. It has thicker straps than the Ogden but I like that as feels more covered but goes well under a shirt,cardigan or kimono. I think I’d like to give the pietra trousers a go ,after your review. Sometime maybe😂
Loved the vlog thank you Ruan. I for myself don’t like narrow straps so I love the Ashton Top as a cami pattern and it comes with an add on pattern for sleeves which I’ve yet to try (shortly I hope!) 🙂
I’ve made a couple of viscose twill garments and have found that same annoying look like it is stained. I found that if I use a pressing cloth for every press it is much better. Hope that helps💕🇨🇦
I've had the Donny Shirt 'in the basket' for the last couple of days wondering if i really need it - doh! After seeing your review I'm off to buy it 😁.
Wow an amazing capsule wardrobe made in super quick time 🇫🇷😍. I’ve recently made the Pietra Pants in wide leg and made a real mess of the back. Also they are a bit loose on the waist with the front pulling to the back 😭. Which is weird as my waist is 2 sizes bigger than my other measurements. I’m debating whether to unpick them and try and sort them out but the fabric is really delicate 😅.
Hi Ruan. Loving all your makes. With your Ogden cami, I think you need to do a sway back adjustment to take out the excess fabric from your mid/lower back. This is something I have to do on some patterns as well 🙄😃
Rachel, from French Seams, had an iron mark on a new make recently, and someone in the comments told her how to get rid of it, which worked. Sorry, I can't remember what the advice was 😊.
Hi Ruanne can you help please Can you tell me what the recommended ease amount would be on finished garment size for safiya trousers I am a 46” hip 37” waist to what size l should choice I am a beginner many thanks Sandy xx
I took you up on your craftsy offer (for $1.49 would be rude not to) and have already dipped in for a few different things, not just sewing. I’m starting to make sourdough and have watched some videos on that, then I needed to use a DSLR camera for work for watched a class on photography. I think it’s a really useful resource to have if you’re at all crafty! I’ve made the Etty camisole and really liked the fit of it. I’ve also got the Bailen cami on my list to sew - it’s bias cut so I think it would drape and fit my shape better as I have a smaller waist but wide hips
Lovely makes Ruan! Love your safiyas love a bit of khaki green. Do you think that would be good fabric for the pietra’s? I fancy a nice wide leg khaki pair. Thanks
I can't tell you how many Crafty classes I have. When they went out of business for a few years I wanted to cry!! Suzy Furrer has some fantastic pattern drafting videos. But everyone wants to do that, but her bodice class is fantastic just for learning how to manipulate darts
I'm finally managing to get caught up on your videos :) could I ask about the book you showed that you put your notes in about the patterns you made please? Could you possibly share a link where you bought it from please? Thank you :)
Yes of course. I bought it on Amazon. Here’s the link 🤗 Sewing Project Log: A Sewer's Planner to Record Sewing Projects, Measurements, Material Lists, Sketches & Construction Notes | Sewing Tracker Organizer for Fashion Designers & Dressmakers amzn.eu/d/05HOwSDd
Does the ogden have a shelf bra attached 🤔. Your makes are all beautiful 😍 I love the make it simple book and stretch made everything out of both books as a beginner sewist they are brilliant 🎉
I think I will try the Pietra pants, they look amazing! Has your fabric got a little bit of stretch? The elastic looks fine, Ruan, but I love to get a really nice finish. Ha ha, you wouldn’t recognise me with my hair not blown or straightened! Nightmare!
I lurve your outfits. What type of fabric is Pietra trousers made up in, does it have any stretch in it. As soon as saw how lovely the trousers fitted on you, I ordered the pattern. 😊 thank you.
Oh yay! Hope you love the pattern. I can’t wait to make the wide leg ones! The fabric is a weaved woven fabric but no idea of composition 🤔. There’s no stretch in it though x
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Love all of these makes!! 😍
Love your makes … your Donny shirt looks immaculate 👍👍and your portrait pants are ‘ classy’ - look very French . I’ve made the Petra pants son many times - it is a fab pattern but I’ve only ever made the wide legged version , you’ve inspired me to make the narrower leg ones . Thankyou
Glad you like them!
Lovely makes that will serve you for a long time. Everyone needs clothes that you can mix and match. Thank you for sharing! Your friend Diane ❤
Thank you! 😊
Thank You, maybe my next Donny will fit.
Great job on the Bertha challenge! Love your vlogs! ❤
Thank you!! 😊
Yes Ruan you are a diamond for sure,you shine so brightly. I love your sense of humour and your videos are always uplifting. I enjoyed seeing all of your makes but my word those Pietra trousers in the houndstooth are superb! Thankyou Ruan.💖
You are so lovely. Thank you ☺️
Absolutely gorgeous Donny shirt - I definitely need to sew this one!
Yes you do. It’s a lovely sew 🤗
I love every bish bash bosh, never stop!! ❤
He he. Thank you!
Thanks for sharing Ruan. 💙🧶🌈🍓
You’re welcome 😊
You are so funny Ruan and a joy to watch!!! The ‚invisible stain‘ may be from pressing with steam. Especially with viscose I find that you can sometimes see a slight change of colour where a waterdrop hits the fabric
Ah yes probably. It’s so weird because you can’t see it in real life! 🤣
Luv - turn your rings around into your palm and then close fists before trying to put sweaters on. It took me awhile to twig into that one myself. Love your makes. Success!
Yes! I ended up having to do that but still keep forgetting every now and again 🤣🤣
"I am a diamond" I just love it Ruan, I too am a diamond. 💃💃💃😊
Yesssss 💎
Thanks so much for the craftsy link! Maybe now I can finally learn to crochet and not just end up launching a bundle of knots across the room 😂😂😂
This made me giggle 🤭
Lovely video. Thanks. I recently tried the Itch to Stitch Crystal Cove Cami, it's such a nice design with an overlapping back. I wanted to try it as I needed one with cup sizes and Eureka! It was just perfect!
Ooh someone else mentioned that pattern and I really like it!
Beautiful makes Ruan, thank you for sharing. You have certainly had a busy sewing time.
Thank you so much xx
Oh my goodness that’s what happened to my Paige hoodie too!!! Such a shame! Your Tabitha tee is stunning.
Really lovely Ogden - similarly to you I haven’t had success with sizing before - maybe I need to revisit. Use the saltwater slip as a cami top?!?!
Lovely makes ❤
Ooh the saltwater as a slip. Good idea!
Yeah I’ve a couple of things where the eyelet has pulled out of the fabric. I’ve asked for the new Prym vario tool for my birthday so hoping that might help 🤪
I love all your makes! I’ve been wanting to sew the Pietra pants as well, I hope to get to them before the end of summer. Thanks foe another great video.
Thank you ☺️
I love your videos, everyone is so good ❤
Thank you so much!
I too love the Safiya trousers with the flat front. I make the flat bit wider and stiffen with interfacing. I also double the size of the waistband and use 2 inch elastic. I find that more flattering and comfy for me. So glad I am not the only one who forgets to lengthen every pattern piece😂😂😂😂. Your fix was so good though. You are indeed a diamond- absolutely precious!!! Pietra pants on my wish list. Really interesting vlog again. Thank you. 😊. Lynne
Aww thanks so much Lynne 🥰
Good tips, I'm just planning to make my first pair!
It looks like Sewing Therapy is planning to release a flat fronted skirt soon!
What great tips for the Safia Trousers waistband! I'll try that on my next pair.
I forget to add inches to my bands, the back bodice, facings… you have a CLEVER remedy! Lovely makes. I had to finally buy the TATB book. Now I have all 3. I found it second hand, crossing my fingers the patterns are included!
Oooh fab! I think there’s a code inside the book that you can use to then download the PDFs if they’re not in there honey 😊
Happy Sunday morning Ruan, from the northwestern part of the state of New York! Gorgeous, sunny and already warm morning here. Lovely to watch and giggle while with you while having my cup of coffee. The Ogden Cami just does not work for me and I finally gave up on it. I have, however, found a wonderful alternative, with a cute back, from Itch-To-Stitch called the Crystal Cove Cami. It's even faster to sew especially if you finish the hem with a narrow rolled hem on your serger/overlocker! I like making mine in swishy viscose, voile or a light weight satin and it is just super comfy. The design of the cami also gives your waist and hips plenty of room but doesn't look oversized at all. If you know what I mean. Truly enjoy your vlogs and thanks for all the fun content.
Thank you so much for your kind words 🥰. Just had a look at that cami and love the design of it!
So nice that you do these videos we are the same size and it helps a lot to hear what you have to say about the fit. Thank You
You are so welcome!
Well done Ruan, love the idea of a capsule wardrobe and think we should all do more of this. It was strange to see dark colours for this time of year but the weather hasn’t been kind to us. I love a Donny shirt and Ogden cami and have the Pietra trousers on my list to make. I also like the Etty cami by Tammy, not sure if you have made that one, it is a free pattern. I want one in a nice linen next. Happy Sewing ❤
Ooh yes I like the Etty. I made it for Sew Frugal one year!
Oh, you are such a diamond! I can’t get the Ogden to fit me. Ugh. I think I’m going to take it to my next sewing circle and ask for help. I found a sewing group! It has made me so happy. I’ve been twice and had the best time! Thank you for the awesome content and always bring a smile to my face.
Oh this makes me so happy 😀
That double gauze Marni in olive green looks fab on you! Great to see all your makes!
Thank you! My fave top ever!
Drawstring tip. Cut the string in half and add a piece at the back. Kind of like the neckband of your cardigan. Then the only pieces showing are the black parts - and they are long enough. Some people add elastic as the back piece. Your Petra's are fabulous. A favourite of mine. (for us with a waist I often leave off the elastic. OMG I know.) Great vlog, thanks Ruan.
Yes! I’ve been using a pair of shoelaces, cutting the one end off each and sewing them together at the back 🤪
Great makes. That’s reallly interesting to hear about the fit of the straps using cotton. Noted! Thanks
No problem 👍🏼
Fabulous makes as always!! Sewing up a storm well done you xxx👏👏👏
Aww thanks lovely 🥰
I can't believe I missed buying the mickey fabric 🤦🏼♀️
I have a bit of a mickey obsession 😁
Bless ya. It’s gorgeous isn’t it!
All your makes are amazing but I have to say your pietra pants and the donnie shirt is my favourite.. The colour of the Donnie is so beautiful on you..
Thank you so much! Love that colour 😍
Beautiful makes, Ryan. You had a few surprises in there this time. My favorites are the Houndstooth Pietra pants and the hot pink Donny shirt. Loved it. 💕
Thanks lovely. Yes I tried a couple of new things this time. Glad I did 😊
Love every one of these ! 😊
Glad you like them! Xx
Thank you for the entertainment, you make me laugh. You brought back memories of when I took my children through to Disneyland Paris - fantastic. Next, try Disneyland / California Adventure - you'll all love it x Heather, New Zealand x
Awwww. Yes we’re saving up every penny now 🤣🤣🤣
All of the garments are just so cute. My favs are the floral dress and the houndstooth (dogteeth) tapered pants are fabulous on you. Can’t wait to see you make the wide leg.
Thank you! I think the wide leg ones will be in my short term plans as I can’t stop thinking about them 🤣
Thanks Ryan! Love your makes. Keep inspiring! Love the forum to share pattern ideas for a cami!
Thank you 🤩
i like the tami handmade cami because it has darts and fits so nicely. you can make with and without the scallops along the neckline
Yes true! I should give that one a go again x
I’m so jealous of that Mickey fabric. I LOVE it.
It’s amazing isn’t it!
Love all your makes Ruan. You have inspired me to have another go at the Donny - disastrous fabric choice on my first! I am similar measurements to you and have just made a Helen's Closet Ashton top. It's more of a tank style but is a really lovely shape and worth a try. Also now has a sleeve extension pack.
Go for it! I’ve made the Ashton for my Mum with the sleeves but never for myself for some reason!
Love your makes! My copy of TATB Make it Simple book arrived this week ( I’m a new sewist) and I’m making the Saify’s trousers and Ogden Cami as a co-ord set for my holiday next week. It’s coming together so well!
Oh yay!!!!
Quilt is so vibrant and fun! Love it❤
Thank you ☺️
I make buttonholes for drawstrings also. Less hassle. Free. Nice makes.
Thank you ☺️
My go to cami, tried and tested is Tammy’s handmade Etty camisole. I just cut the neck straight rather than scalloped 😊
Ooh yes I made that a while ago. I should give that another go!
Yes I’ve made 3 Etty cami and love it! I must try the Ogden cami love yours thanks
I always use the Pattern Emporium Low Key Cami. I love it, made lots of them. ❤
Oooh I like that one. Love how you can different necklines too!
Great video & love all the things you made. Your Marnie blouse looks lovely in that fabric & I think I prefer that style rather than the flounce one. I made two pairs of Safia trousers & so pleased with them & want to make a couple more in plain colours navy & dark green. I find Tilly’s book great & so easy to follow.
I agree. You can’t go wrong with Tilly’s book 🙌🏼
I love the pietra trouser pattern. Love the dog tooth fabric. They look amazing on you 🖤🤍🖤🤍🖤
Aww thank you 🤩
Another lovely collection of makes. Esp love the Tabitha dress (that fabric is 😍) and those Pietra trousers-what kind of fabric is the houndstooth? They go so well with the raspberry Donny too. Have made an Ogden before without success,inspired to give it another go after seeing this one thank you
Thanks lovely. I’m not sure what the fabric is 🤣. It’s like a woven fabric. No stretch and lovely and soft!
I love the Helen’s Closet Orchard Dress and Top as a cami (and it’s a free pattern too!). I love your Safiyas and that Mickey fabric is amazing
Ooh I have made that in the past so might give that a try as just the cami!
Your quilt looks amazing, love the fabric choices, can’t wait to see it finished 😊
Thank you lovely x
So fun to see you quilting Ruan and I love your colors! Craftsy is a great platform. I still subscribe to them but admit haven't spent much time on there since seeing your Sew Frugal a few years ago. xx Karen
Thank you. I’m really pleased with my little quilt!
Hi! You my absolute fav sewing vlogger, love this episode ❤ its the best companie at a sewing sunday here in sweden. I have made the Pietra pants as shorts in dubbelgause and that is the ultimate summer comfy and the pockets just love them.
That is so lovely of you to say. Thank you so much x
So agree with you that it’s good to try and use the patterns out of books. Going to make some Safiya trousers but am also tempted by the Tabitha dress after seeing yours. Might experiment with a dropped waist version . . .
Ooh lovely. Yes I always have books just sat on my shelf so felt good to get so many made up!
Lovely makes Ruan! I’ve got a pair of pietras cut out, but other makes keep jumping the queue. I might try and make them next, as Summer looks like it’s been and gone x
Oh I know that feeling well 🤣
I have made the Mimi G camisole from her book. Lots of lovely patterns in there - it is of a similar nature to the TATB book. I love them both.
Love the look of that book!!
Have you tried the Ogden dress hack? It's sooooo comfy! I have 3 so far! You use the lining piece as both lining and outer, then attach a gathered rectangle skirt to it! I've put side seam pockets in too. I think you'd really like it
No I haven’t but I do fancy it. It’s a little similar to the Rhea dress by Tammy Handmade and I love that 🥰
I'm a quilter too. I really like yours. Beautiful fabric and great sewing
Thank you!
Love the Pietra trouser, I’ve made the wide leg, tapered and shorts. As you say the wide legs have a bit more ease round the hips so just be careful when you make them, the shorts and tapered fit lovely
Thank you. Yes I noticed that so will definitely revisit sizing before I give it a go x
Really lovely makes Ruan. It's so great to hear how you adjust clothes to fit your measurements as I am a similar size. 😊
Oh I’m so glad it’s helpful! 😊😊
The Donny Shirt looks sooo good and the color! 😍 Beautiful makes Ruan. I just sewed the Pietra Shorts as well and I have the same "issue" with the style lines and pockets. They became invisible in my busy print. But it is such a good pattern!
It’s fab isn’t it. Can’t wait to make the wide leg version now!
Ooo I jumped on that link and it worked! Woohoo 🎉🎉
The second pattern I made was the safiya trousers such a lovely sew. I love how flattering the flat front is of these and the pietras. Xxx
Oh yay! Enjoy trying some of the classes out 🥰
@@theyorkshiresewgirl I must find the time to get on there and have a butchers. Thank you xxx
Houndstooth trousers worked really well. Like you said, the small patterning meant pattern matching wasn’t really needed. And it all made for a lovely 60’s retro look.
Thank you. So pleased with them!
Beautiful makes once again love the design of the hounds tooth trousers, especially a tapered leg, but as a chef I get to them all the time so not my fav for out where, if you get my drift. They look amazing on you. You make my day ♥
Ha ha. I did think they were a little “chef like” 🤣🤣
Lovely makes! I need to dig my TATB book out again.
Go for it!
I am in sunny Queensland and it's freezing. Love your makes.
Oh is it? 🥶
Absolutely fantastic vlog. Going on a cruise to Norway, for two weeks in December, you have inspired me to plan a capsule wardrobe. 🎉
Ooooh how lovely 🚢
Lovely makes Ruan. Looking forward to seeing the wide leg trousers x
Thanks lovely. Like your new logo! 😍
Love these makes! That Donny shirt is such a lovely colour. I have made the I AM patterns Gaïa cami for my daughter. She loved it.
Ooh I like the look of that pattern Karen. Thank you ☺️
Great vlog as always I love the makes thank you for sharing ❤❤
You are so welcome 🤗
All your makes are lovely Ruan, you’ll get lots of great wear out of them😍 I had a similar fabric to the one in your Bertha cardigan and I made a Tammy Handmade Mila jumper. I made 2 toiles to get the fit right and sized down 2 sizes but when I made the actual jumper the fabric stretched to kingdom come! I’m now wondering what to do, try shrinking it in the dryer or re-cut it smaller but what do I do with the stretched neck on the jumper? Any thoughts would be appreciated. Thanks💕🥰
Oh no 😢. It’s very hard when you have a stretched out neckline. Maybe you could use some ribbing instead for the neckband? That might help bring it in a little 🤔
What perfect timing. I have also decided to try a quilt, after not planning to do any quilting, somehow I caught a bug. So, I signed up for Craftsy to check out that quilt class specifically. 😊
Your quilt looks like It's lovely.
Enjoyed seeing all your makes.
Oh I hope you enjoy it as much as I did! 😊😊
Gorgeous makes again! 💖
Thank you ☺️
I love the Bertha cardigan fabric x Clare from NZ 🥝🇬🇸
Thank you! It just elevates a plain black garment a little doesn’t it ☺️
Fab makes as always! I now need to make the Pietras! The fabric for your rabbits dress is just gorgeous and hellloooooo Mickey mouse Ogden cami… I mean… does it get any cuter!!
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Great stuff Ruan. Maybe try a sway back adjustment in your next Ogden cami. Looks lovely though. Enjoy your Sunday. ❤❤❤
Yes I did think that! But then I wondered if a different pattern may work for me better 🤔. Maybe I’ll experiment!
Great makes Ruan and I love the fact that you've created a mini capsule - so satisfying! What fabric did you make the Pietra trousers from?
Thank you! I don’t know what the composition is but they’re like a woven non stretch fabric. It’s so soft and lovely to wear 😍
I liked all your makes. I love the Safira pants pattern and now want to make it in a plain colour. I made these as part of a coord set and works really well. I’m thinking navy as I don’t wear black. I interface the front flat panel now.
A pattern you may like is the sewoverit silk cami. I’ve perfected it now but it has an internal facing which can feel restrictive but I sized up at the bust to rectify this. It has thicker straps than the Ogden but I like that as feels more covered but goes well under a shirt,cardigan or kimono. I think I’d like to give the pietra trousers a go ,after your review. Sometime maybe😂
Ooh thank you. Will go take a look x
Loved the vlog thank you Ruan. I for myself don’t like narrow straps so I love the Ashton Top as a cami pattern and it comes with an add on pattern for sleeves which I’ve yet to try (shortly I hope!) 🙂
Ooh I actually have that pattern as I made it a few years back for my Mum 🤔
I’ve made a couple of viscose twill garments and have found that same annoying look like it is stained. I found that if I use a pressing cloth for every press it is much better. Hope that helps💕🇨🇦
Thank you!
I've had the Donny Shirt 'in the basket' for the last couple of days wondering if i really need it - doh! After seeing your review I'm off to buy it 😁.
He he. You definitely do “need” it 🤪
@@theyorkshiresewgirl bought it 🤣🤣
Look at you conquering trousers 🦖
I know!!!!!! Can you believe it 🤪
@@theyorkshiresewgirl i made some trousers or should i say waddle sleeves once and it has scarred me - youve inspired me to try again
@@JuanitathesewingTrex yay!
My tnt cami is sauvie sundress by sewing house seven shortened to top length, I have made about 7!
Ooh I like that pattern!
Wow an amazing capsule wardrobe made in super quick time 🇫🇷😍. I’ve recently made the Pietra Pants in wide leg and made a real mess of the back. Also they are a bit loose on the waist with the front pulling to the back 😭. Which is weird as my waist is 2 sizes bigger than my other measurements. I’m debating whether to unpick them and try and sort them out but the fabric is really delicate 😅.
Oh noooo 😣. It’s awful when that happens. I wonder what went wrong 🤔
Hi Ruan. Loving all your makes. With your Ogden cami, I think you need to do a sway back adjustment to take out the excess fabric from your mid/lower back. This is something I have to do on some patterns as well 🙄😃
Yes I think you may be right!
Rachel, from French Seams, had an iron mark on a new make recently, and someone in the comments told her how to get rid of it, which worked. Sorry, I can't remember what the advice was 😊.
Ooh thank you. I’ll go take a look. It’s so strange because you can’t see it in real life 🤷🏻♀️🤣
Hi Ruanne can you help please
Can you tell me what the recommended ease amount would be on finished garment size for safiya trousers
I am a 46” hip
37” waist to what size l should choice
I am a beginner many thanks Sandy xx
I took you up on your craftsy offer (for $1.49 would be rude not to) and have already dipped in for a few different things, not just sewing. I’m starting to make sourdough and have watched some videos on that, then I needed to use a DSLR camera for work for watched a class on photography. I think it’s a really useful resource to have if you’re at all crafty!
I’ve made the Etty camisole and really liked the fit of it. I’ve also got the Bailen cami on my list to sew - it’s bias cut so I think it would drape and fit my shape better as I have a smaller waist but wide hips
So glad you’re getting some use out of Craftsy! There’s so much on there isn’t there. It’s hard to do one at a time 🤣
Lovely makes Ruan! Love your safiyas love a bit of khaki green. Do you think that would be good fabric for the pietra’s? I fancy a nice wide leg khaki pair. Thanks
Thank you! It might be a little bit lightweight but I suppose it depends what look you’re going for. They would be lovely and swishy!
I can't tell you how many Crafty classes I have. When they went out of business for a few years I wanted to cry!!
Suzy Furrer has some fantastic pattern drafting videos. But everyone wants to do that, but her bodice class is fantastic just for learning how to manipulate darts
Ooh that’s good to know. Thank you!
My American ears hear “khaki” as car key. Took me a minute to figure that out. 😂
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I'm finally managing to get caught up on your videos :) could I ask about the book you showed that you put your notes in about the patterns you made please? Could you possibly share a link where you bought it from please? Thank you :)
Yes of course. I bought it on Amazon. Here’s the link 🤗
Sewing Project Log: A Sewer's Planner to Record Sewing Projects, Measurements, Material Lists, Sketches & Construction Notes | Sewing Tracker Organizer for Fashion Designers & Dressmakers amzn.eu/d/05HOwSDd
@@theyorkshiresewgirl thank you so much :)
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Hi Ruan what is your affiliate code for rainbow fabrics please ❤Xx
Hey 👋🏼. Sorry only just seen this. It’s
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Perhaps take a dress that has Spaghetti straps and adjustability for bust size, hips and waist then shorten it to the length you require.
Yes great idea x
Does the ogden have a shelf bra attached 🤔. Your makes are all beautiful 😍 I love the make it simple book and stretch made everything out of both books as a beginner sewist they are brilliant 🎉
The Ogden just had a facing at the front and back x
Thank you could you adjust it to have a shelf bra 🤔 do you think that would work xx
It looks like a hand print to me lol.
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I think I will try the Pietra pants, they look amazing! Has your fabric got a little bit of stretch? The elastic looks fine, Ruan, but I love to get a really nice finish. Ha ha, you wouldn’t recognise me with my hair not blown or straightened! Nightmare!
Glad it’s not just me with the hair 🤣. No there’s no stretch on the fabric. It’s like a weaved fabric but very light and so soft!
Loved everything ❤. Your videos are so inspiring and got me 🧵 🪡👗again 😊
I am so happy to hear that 😊
I lurve your outfits. What type of fabric is Pietra trousers made up in, does it have any stretch in it. As soon as saw how lovely the trousers fitted on you, I ordered the pattern. 😊 thank you.
Oh yay! Hope you love the pattern. I can’t wait to make the wide leg ones! The fabric is a weaved woven fabric but no idea of composition 🤔. There’s no stretch in it though x