Amanda, the pinafore looks great on you. I love the things you make. I wanted to say that the vlog you made showing how/when you sew was incredible. No wonder you make so much as you are so committed. Wonderful.
I really love your Pippi Pinafore. After I seen Rachel and Nikki's video I decided to make it and having seen yours too I'm definitely going to make it. I haven't bought it yet but will soon. I think your Libby blouse is lovely too and would go with your Pinafore. I do love the colour of your ruffle top. That material looks lovely. Thanks as always for sharing and I look forward to seeing you plans video xx
Lovely makes, as always. Well done Amanda! It looks like Jennifer Lauren has done it again with her pinafore pattern. Just like her Afternoon blouse, sometimes the simplicity of a make (in this case, the waist shaping) actually gives it an added 'wow' factor. 🤓
Hi Jenni, she definitely has I am totally in love with this dress and have had so many nice comments on it and even a request to make on for a friend. She really is an amazing at what she does and unlike any other. Thanks for watching xxx
You look gorgeous as ever and your makes are so good. Fab review of the pinafore and thank you so much for the review of the rose dress. The fabric really suits you xxxx
Love the structure of the pinafore so a good fit on you, great there are different cup sizes. Must get one of her patterns to give this a go. Lovely makes as always and the mustard top really suits you.😊
Ah that Pippi pinifore is lush! Another pattern to add to my long list lol. Also love your Butterick top. I have bought this pattern since watching your previous vlog so just get on with making it before summer runs out. I always found the waist large on the Cleo so I graded from a smaller size there to the next size up for the hips xx
Another great review and make Amanda 🤗. Having also made a couple of the Jennifer Lawrence dresses I have to agree wholeheartedly that her patterns and instructions are first rate. I did laugh when you said you're going to make a pale pink one because I've got some pale pink cotton drill that I found in a charity shop which I had earmarked for that pattern - twins! Lol👭👭
I say the same thing in every one of your makes videos, but only because it's true-I love all of your makes, Amanda! The Pippi Pinafore is a flattering shape on everyone and fits you perfectly. The tops are lovely as is the Rosie dress-beautiful fabric choices. Thanks for sharing all of your fab makes. Looking forward to your August plans.
Hi Laura, you are always so kind!!! I love the Pippi and you are right I think it is flattering on so many body shapes as it fits in all the right places. Thanks for your kind words and for watching xxx
All beautiful makes again Amanda! Love the pinafore, and that knit dress (burgundy triangles?) is so love on you! Also the navy Sew Over It blouse - that colour when you first came on camera was stunning on you. Your best colour ever :)
Thanks Kathleen you are so kind. The knit dress is little fan shapes and the fabric is really lovely and the pink and navy go really well together. I love the Libby blouse now it is finished and navy is definitely a favourite of mine. Thanks for watching as always and taking the time to leave such a lovely comment xxx
Thank you!!! I am totally in love with it and you are right I have seen it on plenty of different body shapes and it seems to suit everyone. Thanks for watching xxx
Oh my gosh your Pippi is soo cute!! Now I need to decide if I want to try that one or the burnside bibs (with a dress hack. Also your Rosie dress is gorgeous 😍
Lovely makes Amanda. With the Cleo dress I’ve always made the waist more fitted so it doesn’t gape. Just has to go over your head😆I’ve made it like this for 3 other women too and seems to work well.😘
Ruth Lanwarne Hey Ruth, I think if I made the Cleo again I would fit it more at the waist but I definitely prefer the fit of the Pippi for my shape. Thanks for watching as always 😘😘
Hi Amanda, I love your pinafore and it fits you perfectly 👍. Your pattern test dress looks amazing too and I bet you get lots of wear out of that 😍. I really like the Sew Over It blouse and might have to give that a go one day. I haven't chosen a pattern yet this year from the PDF club, so that one might be my choice 😉. Thanks again for sharing your lovely makes Amanda and happy sewing 😊💞😘
Hi Sally, thank you so much for your kind words I really appreciate it. I really love the Libby and have heard that Sew Over It now have a blog post to accompany the pattern which helps with the collar construction which is what I found tricky. Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment xx
The Pippi is so cute on you. I love all your makes and everything is really lovely. As you continue to sew, are you starting to find managing your closet and fitting everything in a bit of an issue? Or are you good at moving things out that aren’t getting worn much (or are starting to show signs of wear and dont look as nice)? I have been knitting pretty much every day for over 10 years and am sewing regularly now too. Hand knits are quite bulky (even lightweight yarn) so they take up more room but I bought tubs and put all my handknits in there. Now I am finding my cupboard of just normal pants and tops and dresses is getting quite compressed with all the sewing i am doing. Obviously it is good to knit or sew down stash but then when they end up in the wardrobe, you start to run out of room there!! How do you manage keeping all of your makes into an amount that fits in the wardrobe? I would love some tips. I am guessing I need to get rid of some of my earlier sewing makes that aren’t getting worn anymore but just wondering if that is what you do. Thanks so much for your lovely, inspiring podcast. :)
Hi Amanda, in a way I am so glad that you had problems with the collar stand on the Libby blouse! I have been sewing for many years and encountered a variety of collar/collar stand constructions. The See Over It version almost had me stumped. As you say the photos are of a lightly printed and busy print which makes trying to fathom out what to do a real struggle. Like you I managed it in the end but for the next Libby will try an alternative method. As always a great blog and you have inspired me to get cracking with my Pippi pinafore dress - if only the weather would cool down a little! Happy stitching from Caroline of ceegeeinstitches.
Hi Caroline, I am glad I am not alone with the Libby shirt!!! I have seen that there is now a blog post to accompany the pattern which deals with the collar construction which I totally would have checked out had I known it was there as I am sure it will help. Whilst I had trouble with it I do love how it looks and definitely have another planned especially now I know how to do it!! Definitely crack on with the Pippi as I am totally in love with mine. Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment xx
Great makes as always. I read yr blog re the Libby Shirt of Sew over it , I agree as I too am having problems with the collar stand . I have unpicked it several times . I did not find the instructions easy to follow infact rather confusing. I shall unpick again and try to finish it my way maybe I will get a better result 🙏hopefully! I really like this shirt and am dying to wear it .
Aurora26 Hi there, yes a bit confusing but I have since heard they have a blog post on their site showing the collar/facing construction so you might wanna check it out?? Thanks for watching 😘😘
Hi Jackie, I used the same denim as I used here. It is from Sew By the Sea in Margate. She has it online and it is the 8oz light blue denim. I really love it so much. Thanks for watching xx
Amanda, the pinafore looks great on you. I love the things you make. I wanted to say that the vlog you made showing how/when you sew was incredible. No wonder you make so much as you are so committed. Wonderful.
I love this pinfore!
I really love your Pippi Pinafore. After I seen Rachel and Nikki's video I decided to make it and having seen yours too I'm definitely going to make it. I haven't bought it yet but will soon. I think your Libby blouse is lovely too and would go with your Pinafore. I do love the colour of your ruffle top. That material looks lovely. Thanks as always for sharing and I look forward to seeing you plans video xx
That Libby shirt! 😍 Thanks as always for sharing your lovely makes Amanda, you look so relaxed and tanned after your holiday xx
You are a sewing inspiration! All of your makes are gorgeous!!
Great review and lovely make (as usual).
Thanks lovely and thanks for watching xxx
Love the sewalicious dress on you.... all your makes are gorgeous. Thankyou Amanda! 😘😊
The Pippi Pinafore looks amazing! Really like the idea of it having a waistband to give some definition! Fab makes as always Amanda!
Great makes Amanda. Especially the navy and mustard tops. Those colours really suit you.
Hi Kim, thank you so much for your kind words I really appreciate it. Thanks for watching xxx
Lovely makes, as always. Well done Amanda! It looks like Jennifer Lauren has done it again with her pinafore pattern. Just like her Afternoon blouse, sometimes the simplicity of a make (in this case, the waist shaping) actually gives it an added 'wow' factor. 🤓
Hi Jenni, she definitely has I am totally in love with this dress and have had so many nice comments on it and even a request to make on for a friend. She really is an amazing at what she does and unlike any other. Thanks for watching xxx
You look gorgeous as ever and your makes are so good. Fab review of the pinafore and thank you so much for the review of the rose dress. The fabric really suits you xxxx
Love the structure of the pinafore so a good fit on you, great there are different cup sizes. Must get one of her patterns to give this a go. Lovely makes as always and the mustard top really suits you.😊
Ah that Pippi pinifore is lush! Another pattern to add to my long list lol. Also love your Butterick top. I have bought this pattern since watching your previous vlog so just get on with making it before summer runs out. I always found the waist large on the Cleo so I graded from a smaller size there to the next size up for the hips xx
Another great review and make Amanda 🤗. Having also made a couple of the Jennifer Lawrence dresses I have to agree wholeheartedly that her patterns and instructions are first rate. I did laugh when you said you're going to make a pale pink one because I've got some pale pink cotton drill that I found in a charity shop which I had earmarked for that pattern - twins! Lol👭👭
Love the Pippi!, but everything you make always looks good
Thanks Maggie you are so kind. I am glad you like it as I am totally in love with it, as you can probably tell. Thanks for watching xx
That Pippi looks fantastic on you :) and that mustard ruffle top is super cute.
I say the same thing in every one of your makes videos, but only because it's true-I love all of your makes, Amanda! The Pippi Pinafore is a flattering shape on everyone and fits you perfectly. The tops are lovely as is the Rosie dress-beautiful fabric choices. Thanks for sharing all of your fab makes. Looking forward to your August plans.
Hi Laura, you are always so kind!!! I love the Pippi and you are right I think it is flattering on so many body shapes as it fits in all the right places. Thanks for your kind words and for watching xxx
Love that Libby Shirt on you! I think it’s the Navy fabric with your hair color that makes it just striking. Well done!
Thank you so much. I am really pleased with the end result and have already worn it a couple of times. Thanks for watching xxx
That dress wasn’t on my radar before.....now I feel like I need to make one!
Sew PrettyKitty Ha ha!! It really is such a great pattern 👍🏻👍🏻 thanks for watching 😘😘
All beautiful makes again Amanda! Love the pinafore, and that knit dress (burgundy triangles?) is so love on you! Also the navy Sew Over It blouse - that colour when you first came on camera was stunning on you. Your best colour ever :)
Thanks Kathleen you are so kind. The knit dress is little fan shapes and the fabric is really lovely and the pink and navy go really well together. I love the Libby blouse now it is finished and navy is definitely a favourite of mine. Thanks for watching as always and taking the time to leave such a lovely comment xxx
Haya lovely. Great makes as always. I absolutely LOVE the Pippi, the shape/style & the fabric/color. Thanku for sharing. XX
anna lamb Hey Anna, I totally love it too definitely a big 👍🏻👍🏻 thanks for watching as always 😘😘
Omg I totally love the pink and black dress. Great makes
Sew Lolita Thank you!!! It’s actually pink and navy, great combo and great free pattern. Thanks for watching 😘
Adorable Pinafore! That pattern looks like it would be flattering on everyone! I love to watch denim fade as well.
Thank you!!! I am totally in love with it and you are right I have seen it on plenty of different body shapes and it seems to suit everyone. Thanks for watching xxx
Great makes and you make more in a month than I make in a whole year! Good reviews! As always, TFS xx
Hazel Kinvig-Paul Ha ha!!! Thanks Hazel and thanks for watching 😘😘
Nice makes! Love the Pippy!
Thank you!!! xxx
Wow! You look really beautiful in that mustard color!
Thank you so much!! I really love it. Thanks for watching xxx
Oh my gosh your Pippi is soo cute!! Now I need to decide if I want to try that one or the burnside bibs (with a dress hack. Also your Rosie dress is gorgeous 😍
Definitely give it a go Jess it is so lovely and the instructions ensure such a great finish. Thanks for watching and take care xxx
Lovely makes Amanda. With the Cleo dress I’ve always made the waist more fitted so it doesn’t gape. Just has to go over your head😆I’ve made it like this for 3 other women too and seems to work well.😘
Ruth Lanwarne Hey Ruth, I think if I made the Cleo again I would fit it more at the waist but I definitely prefer the fit of the Pippi for my shape. Thanks for watching as always 😘😘
Love your Pippi Amanda, it really suits you 💕
Stitch Sisters Thank you 😘😘 and thanks for the inspo 😘😘
You have done a Fantastic job of the pattern I love it and it fits you perfect
Thank you. You are so kind and I am totally in love with it. Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment xxx
Hi Amanda, I love your pinafore and it fits you perfectly 👍. Your pattern test dress looks amazing too and I bet you get lots of wear out of that 😍. I really like the Sew Over It blouse and might have to give that a go one day. I haven't chosen a pattern yet this year from the PDF club, so that one might be my choice 😉. Thanks again for sharing your lovely makes Amanda and happy sewing 😊💞😘
Hi Sally, thank you so much for your kind words I really appreciate it. I really love the Libby and have heard that Sew Over It now have a blog post to accompany the pattern which helps with the collar construction which is what I found tricky. Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment xx
I Sew A Lot thanks Amanda...will definitely look that up 👍😘
The Pippi is so cute on you. I love all your makes and everything is really lovely. As you continue to sew, are you starting to find managing your closet and fitting everything in a bit of an issue? Or are you good at moving things out that aren’t getting worn much (or are starting to show signs of wear and dont look as nice)? I have been knitting pretty much every day for over 10 years and am sewing regularly now too. Hand knits are quite bulky (even lightweight yarn) so they take up more room but I bought tubs and put all my handknits in there. Now I am finding my cupboard of just normal pants and tops and dresses is getting quite compressed with all the sewing i am doing. Obviously it is good to knit or sew down stash but then when they end up in the wardrobe, you start to run out of room there!! How do you manage keeping all of your makes into an amount that fits in the wardrobe? I would love some tips. I am guessing I need to get rid of some of my earlier sewing makes that aren’t getting worn anymore but just wondering if that is what you do. Thanks so much for your lovely, inspiring podcast. :)
Hi Amanda, in a way I am so glad that you had problems with the collar stand on the Libby blouse! I have been sewing for many years and encountered a variety of collar/collar stand constructions. The See Over It version almost had me stumped. As you say the photos are of a lightly printed and busy print which makes trying to fathom out what to do a real struggle. Like you I managed it in the end but for the next Libby will try an alternative method. As always a great blog and you have inspired me to get cracking with my Pippi pinafore dress - if only the weather would cool down a little! Happy stitching from Caroline of ceegeeinstitches.
Hi Caroline, I am glad I am not alone with the Libby shirt!!! I have seen that there is now a blog post to accompany the pattern which deals with the collar construction which I totally would have checked out had I known it was there as I am sure it will help. Whilst I had trouble with it I do love how it looks and definitely have another planned especially now I know how to do it!! Definitely crack on with the Pippi as I am totally in love with mine. Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment xx
Great makes love them all
Thanks Julia and thanks for watching xxx
Love your makes you are so talented !
Juanita Lane Thank you!!! You are so kind 😘😘😘
Great makes as always. I read yr blog re the Libby Shirt of Sew over it , I agree as I too am having problems with the collar stand . I have unpicked it several times . I did not find the instructions easy to follow infact rather confusing. I shall unpick again and try to finish it my way maybe I will get a better result 🙏hopefully! I really like this shirt and am dying to wear it .
Aurora26 Hi there, yes a bit confusing but I have since heard they have a blog post on their site showing the collar/facing construction so you might wanna check it out?? Thanks for watching 😘😘
Did the pattern came with lining or did you decide on the lining? Looks lovely!
Hi there, yes the dress is lined and the instructions tell you how to do that. Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment xx
Hi Amanda. Which fabric did you use for your Lander pants. Looking for something similar x
Hi Jackie, I used the same denim as I used here. It is from Sew By the Sea in Margate. She has it online and it is the 8oz light blue denim. I really love it so much. Thanks for watching xx
It’s the ones with the Libby shirt. The fabric looks lighter and more like a linen
Jackie Harrison Oh sorry, they aren’t Landers they are McCall’s 7547 and the denim is stretch denim from Higgs and Higgs 😘😘😘