5 sewing patterns for summer I couldn't be without | 5 handmade essentials

[@deecook8230]

Love you video Only wish you would leave your photos of what you have sewn up a little longer. Very inspiring

[@SecretLifeOfASeamstress]

Ah ok I'll try to remember to leave them in for longer :) x

[@Kakkydidit]

Your jumpsuit pattern combos are terrific!

[@SecretLifeOfASeamstress]

Thank you so much!! xx

[@aileenbaab6789]

What a fun vlog! I love hearing about WHY a particularly pattern becomes a favorite with a sewist. I had not thought about the Agnes top for me because it is so fitted, but then you showed your straight side version and it looks perfect!. I also loved your suggestion of a white linen Logan Shacket! Thanks for sharing with us today.❤

[@SecretLifeOfASeamstress]

Thank you so much for watching, I'm glad you enjoyed it :) xx

[@15bloemetje15]

Beautiful jumpsuit you are wearing!😊

[@SecretLifeOfASeamstress]

Thank you so much!! XX

[@solegr8]

Great video, thank you for sharing!🥰

[@SecretLifeOfASeamstress]

Thanks so much for watching xx

[@susankidd9963]

Hi Sally great video I agree with you about side pockets they always seam to fall to the back not so bad if you can sew them into the waistband, love the selection of patterns.

[@SecretLifeOfASeamstress]

Thank you I’m glad you like them! Yes it’s annoying isn’t it, I prefer them to be sewn in too xx

[@jennetthamilton971]

I am going to try your idea of making a white linen Logan Shacket as a layering piece. Patterns are getting so expensive so it's nice to be able to use them multiple times. Thanks for sharing.

[@SecretLifeOfASeamstress]

Yes it is I’m definitely thinking twice before spending out these days although I do like to suppose indie designers too it’s hard! I’ve been making my white Logan this weekend and I love it xx

[@aleciacope3503]

Great roundup, Sally. I think I'm going to make a Darling Ranges/Safiya jumpsuit. Thank you for the inspiration!

[@SecretLifeOfASeamstress]

Ah yes I’d like to try that one at some point! Good luck 😉 xx

[@linvin18]

Interesting vlog, Love your style. I have 2 patterns that I go to, The Harmony Blouse and the Audrey top.

[@SecretLifeOfASeamstress]

Thank you for sharing those. It's interesting to see what we come back to time and again I love those patterns. Think I might need to find a new one though haha x

[@ZeldaSews]

Hi, Sally. You've had wonderful. Handmade essentials. I was tagged in this call but I don't have 5 garments yet.😅

[@SecretLifeOfASeamstress]

Thank you so much! I'm sure it won't be long until you have plenty to share :) x

[@Craftytutu]

Hi Sally, I love the Safiya trousers too, I’ve made 5 pairs so far, 4 of which are full length 😂 There’s a pocket pattern piece printed on the pattern and instructions on the “make it your own” section that has the top of the pockets sewn into the waistband. I’ve used it on 3 of my pairs and it works really well ❤

[@SecretLifeOfASeamstress]

I’m glad I’m not the only addict haha!! Someone else has just pointed out the pocket pattern piece I had no idea lol. Obviously haven’t read the book as closely as I’d thought after all 😂 x

[@carolbibby3089]

Sally, you might like the Pattern Emporium Keep It Simple Semi Fitted Tee. It has several neckline and sleeve options. 😊

[@SecretLifeOfASeamstress]

Ooh thank you I’ll have a look. It always amazes me how many different patterns there are to try that I’ve never even heard of! Xx

[@jennywoolliscroft5259]

Great vlog as usual! My favorite pattern is for the Fieldwork Lauren Dungarees. They are really quick and easy to make, are super comfy and easy to get on and off as a bonus.

[@SecretLifeOfASeamstress]

Ah I’ve never made dungarees I bet they are satisfying to sew. Thank you for sharing your favourite pattern and for watching xx

[@cindy7702]

Hi I love all your choices.. I have all of them myself.. I do like your ideas with the Safiya trousers.. thanks for more ideas

[@SecretLifeOfASeamstress]

Thank you for watching I’m glad you found them helpful 😊 xx

[@monikawidensky8815]

Yes, I was also guilty of buying patters, just because everybody seemed to make them. The one that was not a success for me is the Darling Ranges dress. And it bothered me that I had spent so much money on it. But I had completely forgotten, that there are 2 more options included. Thank you for reminding me, I will have a look at these and maybe be able to make the pattern work for me. Lovely vlog.

[@SecretLifeOfASeamstress]

It's so funny how a pattern can work so well for one person and not for another isn't it. Enjoy making the other options, I must try the straight version soon xx

[@foxeymoore]

Such an interesting video Sally,you are developing your own style and inspiring others.🌹🌹🌹

[@SecretLifeOfASeamstress]

Thank you so much, I'm glad you think so :) xx

[@Loucam60]

Hi Sally, thank you for this video, I found it really helpful and I particularly enjoyed you explaining the backstories of the patterns and how you have used and adapted them over time. I am afraid I buy way too many patterns, always tempted by something new, and I am embarrassed to admit I have made up probably less than half of them!! I am going to take your lead and try to be focused on finding patterns that work and that I love, plus ones I can then try and hack as I become more confident. Thank you again xx

[@SecretLifeOfASeamstress]

Thank you so much for watching I'm glad you enjoyed it! I think it's all about learning what works for you, in the beginning I did buy lots of new patterns, I think now I'm a bit more in tune with what I'll actually wear :) xx

[@Samantha-ni2rf]

Thank you for all the suggestions around the Ogden Cami. I struggle to find a nightie with thinner straps and this pattern would work well for that

[@SecretLifeOfASeamstress]

Ah yes it would be perfect for that! x

[@janspenno2241]

Great video Sally. What I take from this is that you also have some favourite component parts such as the Lyra skirt for hacking. I’d like to know what those are and why! No pressure!

[@SecretLifeOfASeamstress]

Oooh ok thank you for the inspiration perhaps I can make a video on this in the future 😊 x

[@janicecoulson5388]

I had to buy the Agnes, as it was my mums name!

[@SecretLifeOfASeamstress]

Ah I can see why you would want to do that. I often wonder how patterns get their names and wonder if they've been named after someone?xx

[@amybates7438]

Great video. I also have a suite of Ogdens but I must hack some I would like a button down one and to try the square neck hack too. Otherwise I used to make loads of the sew over it silk cami and I have a big stash of Mandy boat tees!

[@SecretLifeOfASeamstress]

They are all great staple patterns aren’t they. A square neck Ogden would be lovely x

[@gemmamcnamara5366]

Hi sally. Thanks for the video. I love the safiyas too, mine all have pockets. The pocket piece and how to construct them is in the book xx

[@SecretLifeOfASeamstress]

Really!! Well I had never noticed that before 😂 Clearly didn’t read the book properly. I’ll have a look thank you and thanks for watching xx

[@sarahthesecretsewer396]

Great video. I’ve been watching you for a while. I guessed you’d have the Safiya and Ogden on the list. It was interesting to hear you’d struggled with the Ogden originally.

[@SecretLifeOfASeamstress]

Haha I hoped I wasn’t too unoriginal! Yes the Ogden is definitely one I’ve grown into it’s funny isn’t it! Thank you for watching xx

[@sewchilled22]

I really enjoyed your vlog 😊

[@SecretLifeOfASeamstress]

Thanks so much for watching, I'm glad you enjoyed it! xx

[@ruthlanwarne8978]

Great vlog Sally. I used the Agnes for my first jersey make years ago and didn’t get on very well at all. I think I chose the wrong type of jersey. The neck was so wide and I don’t think I ever wore it. I made one for my Dil to wear under her dungaree dress but I raised the neckline. For those reasons I haven’t revisited it but might now. I agree about the Safira trousers. Mine are all ankle length without lengthening them. I’m just about to make another pair with a coord top, yet to be decided,I had wondered about doing culotte length but I think I’ll stick with what I know. I was also going to try pockets as it’s an option in the book. However I don’t like doing pockets and can get in a muddle😆 I’m also very interested in your darling ranges dress as had this pattern years ago but haven’t tried it yet. I try not to keep buying patterns ( so expensive)so hacking them is the way to go. I love all your Logan shackets. I’ve yet to try an Ogden cami and favoured the soi silk cami which I felt had more coverage but was still cool. This vlog has given me lots of inspiration. Thank you 😊

[@SecretLifeOfASeamstress]

Thank you so much for watching and for sharing your experience with the patterns. Pockets can be awkward can’t they!?! I hope you manage to try the darling ranges pattern at some point and enjoy it as much as me 😊 x

[@anitawilliams4978]

Hi Sally, it's been really interesting to hear about your essential summer sewing patterns and your experience in using them. Later in the year, I wonder if you could do a similar vlog about your essential autumn/winter patterns xx

[@SecretLifeOfASeamstress]

Ooh yes I'd love to do that! Thanks for watching xx

[@nataliestanchevski4628]

I guessed the Logan and Ogden would be on your list lol. I think I might be spending too much time watching sewists on youtube. ;)

[@SecretLifeOfASeamstress]

Probably because I mention them all the time 😂 I hope it was still helpful- thank you for watching xx

[@nataliestanchevski4628]

@@SecretLifeOfASeamstress your videos are always entertaining and helpful! I'm actually working on a white double gauze shacket because of being inspired by you.

[@SecretLifeOfASeamstress]

@@nataliestanchevski4628 ah thanks so much! Enjoy making your Logan 😊 xx

[@janeybeasley9525]

When I saw sewamelia had tagged you, I had fun guessing some of your choices, and I looked forward to seeing this video. Btw I guessed Sofiya trousers and Logan Shackett. I’m not good at remaking patterns as I’m always tempted by something new but I do love the Willandra Trousers by Muna and Broad and have made a couple of pairs of them, my go to t-shirt pattern is the Cottonwood tee by Canyonmoon studios, this is a first pattern from this designer and if you are round (like me ) it is perfect. I have loved my York pinafore by Helen’s Closet and I think I will make another for this winter. You have inspired me that I need a shacket in my wardrobe and I have the Muna and Broad pattern so I think that needs to be made up for the Autumn. Thanks for your inspiration, I always look forward to your videos, they are my regular Sunday watching! X

[@SecretLifeOfASeamstress]

Haha that's funny and you guessed correctly!! It's interesting to hear what your favourites are too so thank you for sharing. I'm always amazed at how many patterns there are that I've never heard of! Thank you so much for watching regularly I really appreciate it :) xx

[@pinsandneedlesx8825]

Do you do tutorial of your hack? How you sewing them and how much you add and put together

[@SecretLifeOfASeamstress]

If you have a look at my video here kzbin.info/www/bejne/pYjMaqV7eMSZj9k I talk a bit about how I do it in there :) x

[@suebuzz]

Great video as always. Would you ever consider a tutorial of a Safiya mashup to a jumpsuit as I would love to make one, but lacking in confidence. ❤

[@SecretLifeOfASeamstress]

Thanks so much! Have you watched this video? kzbin.info/www/bejne/pYjMaqV7eMSZj9k I talk a little bit about how I adapted the Anthea pattern to make it into a jumpsuit that might help :) I could consider a more in depth tutorial maybe if not xx

[@nicolasammons3852]

I could definitely have predicted your first 4 patterns 😊 and probably the 5th 😊 I’ve just made my 5th pair of Safiya, full length in a gorgeous navy floral viscose, they look really smart! Also finally got round to buying the Agnes top, what’s the min amount of fabric do you reckon I could get away with? I need some basic tops so looking forward to this make 😊

[@SecretLifeOfASeamstress]

Haha I'm very predictable ;) I need another navy pair of Safiyas my navy ones have been worn to death! I think you can get the Agnes out of a metre if it's wide. It does come up quite long so you could always take a bit of length off if necessary x

[@angelalysandrou4830]

I struggle with necklines as well x

[@SecretLifeOfASeamstress]

It’s so hard to get the right one isn’t it x

[@tennis4life714]

Hi Sally, thank you for your videos. I absolutely love your style! May I ask where you like to purchase fabric? I’m not a confident fabric shopper but I’m very inspired by your garments!

[@SecretLifeOfASeamstress]

Ah thank you so much I'm glad you enjoy them. I buy a lot from Minerva, Self made, Sew Me Sunshine and I'm trying to branch out to other shops to try them out now as I am a bit of a Minerva addict since they are so speedy and I get my craft club discount with them. I hope that helps x

[@victoriaconstantine-cort3091]

xXXX👍👍👍

[@SecretLifeOfASeamstress]

Thank you xx