This is the first swimsuit I attempted and it was really easy and fun to do. I even had one wrist in a cast. Highly suggest it
I did not understand that I needed to fold the fabric to get mirrored pieces, or flip one time for the wrap piece and flip one time for the side piece, if using a single layer of fabric.
It's a good thing I am making a muslin trial run before cutting my good fabric. The wrap part is tricky and finicky especially in the center front. Not sure if I am doing it right. I have been sewing most of the day. I am a beginner. Hopefully I can figure out the rest.
I am almost finished with the bodice and front wrap parts after taking it apart a couple times.
It would help if there was a video tutorial that shows and tells the tricky parts. The seams with the straps and wrap pieces are bulky. Not sure if I need to trim the bulky seams or clip curves. These details are not in the instructions. The illustrations are clear so far. I love the design. I will figure it out eventually. Hoping for a video tutorial soon.Thank you for your design.
I made a skating dress, and the skater was saying how cold she is (pre workout), so I made this for her to wear before she’s all warmed up. It turned out super cute, pattern was straightforward, and directions easy to follow.
Hi Evonne, Thank you sharing your valuable feedback! Love how the bolero came out :)
I bought a sewing machine specifically to make clothes for my toddler. The Charlie raglan was the first thing I made — I chose it because it looked simple and the piece count is small. I used the A4 file, cut size 2–3 in a soft yellow cotton jersey. It took me most of a Saturday afternoon with several pauses to re-read the instructions. The raglan seams are more forgiving than I expected. The finished shirt isn’t perfect but my daughter has worn it three times this week. I’m already planning a second one. This pattern gave me confidence to keep going.
Children’s clothes get washed constantly and the construction needs to hold up. I’ve washed the Charlie shirts I’ve made at 40 degrees weekly for several months and the seams haven’t opened, the neckband hasn’t stretched, and the colours (I used prewashed organic jersey) have stayed true. I’m an intermediate sewer and the construction feels robust — the seam allowances are generous enough for repeated washing. Used the Letter file, sizes 4–5 and 6–7 for my two children. These have become the most-worn items in their wardrobes. Durable, comfortable, practical kids’ sewing.