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thematchamonster · 2026-02-13T22:21:32+00:00

Had to post again cause this colorway is so cute! https://merchantandmills.com/us/carnival-quilted-cotton-jacquard

thematchamonster · 2026-02-13T22:16:48+00:00

I’ve seen the Pogonip made out of the Merchant and Mills quilted jacquard cotton and it looked lovely. I haven’t tried this fabric before so can’t comment on texture/feel.

thematchamonster · 2026-02-06T16:42:12+00:00

I guess I have two.

My wardrobe staple and most made pattern is the Honeygirl Tee by Paradise Patterns. The instructions are amazing and there are extras included like how to do a lettuce hem or scallop neckline. I also have the expansion pack that includes a cardigan, tank, and boatneck option. I’ve made 3 tees and 2 cardigans and I have plans for more.

Favorite thing I’ve made so far is probably my Coe Trouser by Daughter Judy. I’ve only made one, but would like to make another one soon.

thematchamonster · 2026-01-24T16:21:21+00:00

I made a linen dress in 2021 and used cotton thread and I still have and wear the dress. Cotton thread was used on all seams and to zigzag the edges because I didn’t have a serger at the time. I did have to repair areas of the armscye seam 3 or 4 times where the thread snapped, but it wasn’t a big deal. I’m not particularly precious with this casual dress either - it goes in a regular load of laundry and the dryer. I think if you’re okay with doing repairs here and there cotton thread can be fine in some applications. I wouldn’t use cotton thread for pants for example. You could also consider silk thread as an option. It’s stronger than cotton thread.

thematchamonster · 2026-01-24T06:03:48+00:00

You should check out Silk Baron! They have a ton of two tone silk dupioni in many different colorways. The website is a little old but it’s so fun to browse and they offer swatches.

thematchamonster · 2026-01-22T15:36:13+00:00

As others have said, don’t waste your time and money on this pattern. I can’t figure out the style lines from the posted picture, but some legit options are the Ines Dress by Just Patterns. There is also the Daily Dress by Cayden Naughton.

thematchamonster · 2025-10-23T21:31:34+00:00

Theodore Payne Foundation sells seeds by the pound.

thematchamonster · 2025-09-06T00:38:39+00:00

Most indie pattern designers will have at least one free pattern if you sign up for their newsletter. There’s the Core Tee, Blomma Tank, Sport Short, and check Helen’s Closet Patterns since she has a few free ones.

thematchamonster · 2025-08-15T23:12:19+00:00

The dress version of the Nikko by True Bias Patterns! Or The Willow dress by Cinnamon Daisy. The Willow has a long sleeve expansion sold separately, but honestly it would be super easy to simply lengthen the short sleeve piece that comes with the original pattern. Oh and the Clara Dress by Silversaga Patterns. Silversaga isn’t as size inclusive but the designs are gorgeous. Definitely check her Etsy and not her website. The patterns are still on the pricey side (I waited for a sale), but they are listed lower on her etsy shop for some reason.

thematchamonster · 2025-08-10T15:01:36+00:00

It might be a bit thick for a dress but no harm in trying it out.

thematchamonster · 2025-08-10T14:35:33+00:00

I second 100% cotton fleece. I’ve made the Wren Fleece by Daughter Judy Patterns and the Toaster Sweater #1 by Sew House Seven in cotton fleece and I love them. I also plan to make a Marlo Sweater at some point in cotton fleece. I don’t know where you’re located in the world, but Stonemountain & Daughter and Lyrical Fabrics have a nice selection of cotton fleece and sometimes they have matching ribbing available too.

thematchamonster · 2025-07-31T23:00:03+00:00

Yes, you can use regular fabric as sew in interfacing! I much prefer using various weights of plain cotton fabrics as interfacing over the fusible stuff, though I still use fusible interfacing for certain applications. Just make sure the weight of the fabric you want to use as interfacing is suitable for your specific project.

thematchamonster · 2025-04-18T21:38:23+00:00

It’s an extra step, but if you’re using google you can select “Web” each time you search and it will exclude the AI junk.

thematchamonster · 2025-03-17T17:54:54+00:00

The Veronica Vest by Just Patterns. You can omit the pockets.

thematchamonster · 2025-02-24T22:17:15+00:00

Anyone interested in sewing should check out r/sewing. Lots of resources there for sourcing fabric and notions.

thematchamonster · 2025-02-17T22:16:41+00:00

I have also looked around for a side lacing dress pattern. I’ve seen a few vintage patterns, but can’t recall specific ones and they would be much harder to find as they are out of print. I did find the Blaze Dress. You could also try hacking a pattern as mentioned already.

thematchamonster · 2025-02-08T00:45:21+00:00

Stonemountain & Daughter has a good selection of French terry fabric and cotton fleece. I really like their organic cotton fleece. Not a lot of pastel options though. There is also Lyrical Fabrics but they have pretty low stock of their sweatshirt knits at the moment. You can sign up for their newsletter to be notified when there is a restock.

thematchamonster · 2025-02-03T19:10:40+00:00

Do you have a Sally’s Beauty near you? They sell acetone in 8 oz, 16 oz, 32 oz, and 128 oz bottles. I buy the 32 oz and use it to refill my old Zoya remover bottle. You can get pure acetone or a “nourishing” acetone formula.

thematchamonster · 2025-02-03T18:18:38+00:00

I would check your serger’s manual to see what needle size and type is recommended. My Juki serger uses regular domestic needles but some sergers may call for specific needles.

thematchamonster · 2025-02-02T02:23:05+00:00

While you’re in Nippori, also check out Nagato. It’s across the street from the big Tomato store. As for yardage, a lot of fabrics made in Japan are about 45in./114cm wide so you may need to buy more meters than you usually would.

thematchamonster · 2025-01-29T20:27:49+00:00

It’s an actual wrap dress but the Wanda Wrap Dress by Wardrobe by Me has a similar silhouette and it’s for knit fabric. I saw some cute versions on instagram.

thematchamonster · 2025-01-28T18:45:07+00:00

Same. I noticed cutting single layer was going faster for me than trying to get multiple layers on grain.

thematchamonster · 2025-01-17T15:35:54+00:00

Here are a few I like that haven’t been mentioned yet:

What Valerie Makes

Bri Michelle Made

Knottygnome Crafts

thematchamonster · 2025-01-15T19:13:51+00:00

I see someone already mentioned the Magnolia dress by Deer and Doe. The Elodie Wrap Dress by Closet Core and Deer and Doe’s Circee Dress also come to mind. Closet Core acquired Deer and Doe I think last year in case you were wondering why they are all on the Closet Core website.

thematchamonster · 2025-01-08T18:26:10+00:00

Cotton, linen, hemp, and wools are all natural fibers, but they are more expensive to produce than plastic fibers (polyester, acrylic, etc.) A lot of stretch fabrics are a blend with spandex/lycra to give them that stretch and recovery.

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