We’ve had a few requests from those of you that would like to lengthen The Wrap Dress. We do lengthen some of our front cover samples for our long legged ladies..here’s how to do it! (A Lot of these steps can be used when lengthening other patterns as well. Always keep in mind that whatever you do to the front, should be done to the back and other attached pieces) For this particular pattern, you’ll need the Front Flounce, Lower Front and Lower Back pieces.
For The Wrap Dress you’ll need to extend the grainline on the Front Flounce, and then draw a perpendicular line square to your extended grainline you’ve just drawn. Cut along the horizontal line.
On a piece of scrap paper or tissue draw a vertical and horizontal line that are square. Determine the amount of length you would like to add (here we added 2″) and draw a parallel line 2″ from the horizontal line you’ve just drawn.
Tape your pieces in place, matching all your lines up.
Using a curved ruler, or by “eyeballing it”. Connect your pattern pieces with a pencil.
And cut!
And the same goes for the Lower Front and Lower Back. We’ll demonstrate the Lower Back.
Draw a perpendicular square line to the place on fold line…
and cut along that line.
On a piece of scrap paper or tissue draw a vertical and horizontal line that are square. Because we added 2″ to the front flounce, draw a parallel line 2″ from the horizontal line you’ve just drawn.
Tape your pieces in place, matching all your lines up. Using a curved ruler, or by “eyeballing it”. Connect your pattern pieces.
And cut!
Don’t forget to do the Lower Front now…
I wasn’t blessed with long beautiful legs, but I hope this helps those of you who have been!
We’re wrapping up our 10 days of Christmas on a thankful note. We really do appreciate and love our community of “followers”, “likers” and readers here. The Internet is a wonderful place that can have even the farthest of friends feeling connected and loved.
It has been our absolute pleasure to design and inspire seamstresses across the country this year and we sincerly hope we can continue to design great things for you all to enjoy. Thanks to each and everyone of you who have sent us photos and kind comments; We all gawk at the computer screen when your creations are revealed to us.
I think most would agree that once Christmas settles down and New Years celebrations are over there is often a lul of quitness and sometimes some much needed rest. We all hope you have had a wonderful time with your family and friends and have time to reflect, be thankful and also hopeful for the year to come.
We are rearin’ to go for 2012. We have babies to born into the family and as for Favorite Things we are always looking ahead, into brimming new ideas and innovative ways for you to make our Favorite Things yours!
(Christmas morning snow drops, we’re always lookin ahead!)
Have a very Merry Christmas and a wonderful New Year,
Leslie, Susan and Kimberly
Oh yum. Chai Tea. A new favorite.
Some of your local shops may make a killer Chai, that will have you wanting to jump into your car just to go get one (ahem, Leslie!) but you can make it yourself too! Here’s our recipe:
Chai Tea
- 1/2 t. fennel or anise seed
- 1/2 t. or 6 whole green cardamom pods
- 1/2 t. or 12 whole cloves
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 1/2 t. black peppercorns
- 1 star anise
Add above with:
- 1/4” thinly sliced fresh ginger root
- to 4 c. boiling water.
- Bring to boil and simmer low for 15 min.
Add:
- 1 t. Darjeeling tea (included) or 2 tea bags
- 1 c. milk or milk substitute
- 6 T. honey or brown sugar
Continue to simmer 5 min.
Strain, serve and enjoy!
Have a delightful day.
Pashminas are so lovely because they are so soft and cozy, they come in every color of the rainbow and can actually be worn in any season.
A lot of these tying techniques can be worn day to evening- anytime, anywhere and with mostly everything. The Pashmina was a “trend” a few years back but now has become an essential part of my wardrobe.
If you don’t own a Pashmina any of these tying tips would work with a large scarf too.
Happy wrapping and tying! Hope your staying warm on these chilly days.
We are so blessed and lucky to live where we live and have what we do. Christmas time is a great time to give to those in need. I encourage you to give where you feel most comfortable this season.
(women outside a tailoring center)
As you know, Favorite Things is a big advocate and supporter of the Dalit Freedom Network. From the sales of the Hope Skirts pattern this year we are ecstatic about being able to purchase 8 sewing machines for the Dalit Women in India. Thank you so much! It is amazing to be apart of something that will make a change in another woman’s life and we hope to continue to support these women through the sale of this pattern!
For more info on the Dalits: Watch THIS great new video.
See you again tomorrow!
Who doesn’t love to sew for baby? Some of our Favorite Things to sew are for those precious, squishy, cuddly bundles of joy we have in our family.
One lucky Little is going to to fed, changed and slept in style this Christmas. Our secretary Sue has put together a wonderful gift set including Hushabye Baby for her granddaughter. Giving and receiving the gift of handmade has got to be absolute best!
What are you making this Christmas to give?
One of the quickest ways to add a bit of Christmas cheer into your home is by sprucing up your window sills with potted plants in seasonal colors. Cut flowers are so lovely too, but aren’t enjoyable for as long as potted ones. This year as pictured, Leslie went with Kalanchoe plants in a bright red for a pop of color in her kitchen. Mini poinsettias, the Christmas rose, Baby Cypress trees or even red pepper plants would be festive as well.
Wishing you a colorful Christmassy day!
