First costume made. Even made the belt, hat and Santas bag
I was hired to make this costume for a coworker. There are no patterns available that I was able to find for a subject larger then a 2 or 3 Xlarge person. Had to use a tshirt and sweatpants to use as a pattern.
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Quilts on an English Farm by Kaffe Fassett
San Francisco-born artist Kaffe Fassett is a celebrated name in the quilting world. His work has been commissioned by the British monarchy, American fashion designers, and the Royal Shakespeare Company. He has authored numerous bestsellers, including Quilts in Italy, Quilts by the Sea, and Quilts in an English Village.
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.
One challenge to making a shirtdress may be choosing a pattern and the details you want to add or subtract to suit your preferences. Garment construction expert Pamela Howard discusses…
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