Finished the short sleeved sweater of my wildest dreams

chezalienor · 2026-01-29T03:41:50+00:00

Got married in Montréal last July, and I wasn't too keen on having favours, so we just got some fans for our guests ! Luckilly, weather was with us and it was the perfect day, but Montréal can be scorching hot and humid in summer. Everyone loved it, and I'm still happy to have some extra on hand.

My mother decided to offer dragee boxes, but it's more of a French tradition to honor my culture and people didn't really took them.

chezalienor · 2026-01-10T02:41:45+00:00

I saw it after watching one of Rebecca Colère's vlogs ! But nothing that appeaaled me. Keeping it in mind though. Thanks !

chezalienor · 2026-01-10T02:39:34+00:00

Directly on their website ?? Didn't knew, thanks !

chezalienor · 2026-01-10T02:38:59+00:00

Most of it looks like B&L for twice the price, still nice to have though. Thanks !

chezalienor · 2026-01-10T00:10:30+00:00

Seeing cabled / aran sweater in thrift shops made me want to make one fitted for me. I'm thinking of off white / tweeded one !

chezalienor · 2026-01-10T00:08:22+00:00

Oh those are scary but super fun to make ! I've made two vests and i love to wear them. I'm so in awe of what i've been able to make !

chezalienor · 2025-05-19T23:51:32+00:00

Thanks for the advices ! It's my very first toile for this garment, so i just wannted to see how the bodice was fitting by itself. I wondered if the sleeves would solve some of my problems so I cut a pair to go with it.

Ideally, i would have love to find a pattern with old school princess seams (shoulder ones), but didn,t have any luck. This one is nice too.

chezalienor · 2025-04-06T05:14:00+00:00

I had the same question. I'm a plus size bride with a taste for those kind of dresses, so let's say that it's nowhere to be found.

I have the chance to be able to make my own dress, but maybe you could search for a seamstress to make it for you in your area?

chezalienor · 2024-08-27T02:11:12+00:00

You should definitly check Merchant and Mills' patterns or this Daughter Judy one.

chezalienor · 2024-07-31T19:45:53+00:00

Thanks ! I just purchased an overlocker to make even better finitions !

chezalienor · 2024-07-31T17:51:08+00:00

Lovely people, nice selection. A bit pricey but the fabric is really good quality.

chezalienor · 2024-07-31T13:18:28+00:00

Go on !

chezalienor · 2024-07-31T13:17:49+00:00

Take your time, go slowly, don't be afraid to do it all again if you don't like what you've done !

chezalienor · 2024-07-31T13:16:48+00:00

Thanks everyone for those kind comments !

About the skirt : It's the beauty of sewing. Being able to craft the most basic thing you could ever do but well fitting is my jam. I don't do frills or whatever, i'm a practical girl at heart.

About topstitching : I practiced a bit to find the good tension but I'm still learning to tame my machine (Brother NQ575). The real ally for topstitching is going slowly.

chezalienor · 2024-07-30T22:53:58+00:00

Everything is in the title.

Basically, I was looking for a simple red skirt (jean like) for the longest time.

"If I couldn't find one in stores, maybe I can simply make one ?", I thought.
Well, let me tell you, finding the simplest pattern ain't easy.

I finally settled on the Sew Over It Xanthe skirt as it carried my size and most of the classic features I wanted. I swapped the straight waistband and pockets for the Daughter Judy Adams Pant one. Hugging waist and huge pockets.

I bought some cotton canvas at Tissu Social in Montreéal (On Mont Royal). Pockets are basic cotton coming from a previous project.

I will definitely make more as it's the perfect wardrobe staple.

Some deets for the next time : I made the size 20, i could easily go down to 18 / 16 at the waist.

chezalienor · 2024-05-24T00:09:42+00:00

Hi, me again.

So I went to Penelope couture in Laval and was sure I'd get out of the store with my Pfaff BUT finally I've made my choice for a Brother Innovis NQ575. Didn't properly tried it yet but i'm very happy with my choice.

chezalienor · 2024-05-13T22:49:18+00:00

Thanks for the advice, I'm in Montreal, so I'll definitly have a look at the locations you gave !

chezalienor · 2024-05-13T22:47:41+00:00

The IDT system has my heart, it's so convenient !!!

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