It’s not breaking news that belts are hot accessories. For a few seasons now, we’ve been fastening them over jackets, blouses, and sweaters. But I bet you never thought about knotting your own from cord. The final effect is fresh and different, and the process is a blast.
Just channel some macramé skills from days of yore, and knot, knot, knot. This belt from Quick Stuff to Sew, Vol. 1 looks great slung low-think studied nonchalance-and with the fringe ends dangling over one hip.
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Brilliant Little Patchwork Collection by Kaffe Fassett
Kaffe Fassett is a renowned painter and textile designer known for his visionary use of color. Based in London, he was the first living textile designer to have a solo exhibition at the V&A in 1988. He designs fabrics for Rowan Patchwork and Quilting, knitwear for Rowan Yarns, and has authored over 70 books, including Quilts in Wales and Quilts by the Sea.
Butterick, Misses’ Shirts and Shorts 6946 and 6947
This pattern makes fitted shirts with collar, sleeve, and cuff options, plus pleated shorts with a front zipper. Includes styles with rolled sleeves, turn-back cuffs, or a stitched hem. Sized for misses 4–12.
Pattern A has pleated patch pockets with flaps. Pattern B has side seam zippers. This Vogue sewing pattern kit was designed and printed in the United States and comes with sewing templates, instructions, fabric recommendations, pattern pieces, and sizing guides for (2) shirts and (1) pair of pants. Women's clothing patterns can be made to fit sizes 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, and 14.
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