July Makes | My Handmade Summer Wardrobe

[@catemccoy2974]

Lots of great information, thanks! Best wishes landing your dream job!

[@SewPomona]

Thanks so much Cate!

[@thegreenpincushion510]

Loved this video - actually love all your videos! Your construction, pattern drafting and fashion skills are amazing. I’ve learned so much and been so inspired by your channel and blog. Thanks!

[@SewPomona]

Thank you so much! So glad you're enjoying the videos! Happy sewing!

[@vnlindsay]

Rebecca your sewing is intentional, inspiring and interesting. Thank you for the hard work that you put into your videos and blog posts. I ran to Stone Mountain to pick up some linen and tencil! Have a fantastic week and my prayers that you find the job of your dreams!

[@SewPomona]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate it! Hope you're having a fantastic summer- Happy Sewing!

[@judyhays2413]

Your caftan is a great combination of fabric and pattern. Really nice! Thanks so much for your detailed descriptions of the construction and info for the fabrics and patterns - always helpful and informative. The rectangle tee in dusty blue would be a good style tee shirt to wear with the navy shorts. So many colors look good with navy. Thanks for a great video and looking forward to the video on drafting a caftan.

[@SewPomona]

Thanks so much Judy! I’m going to definitely try the new top with the shorts- great suggestion! Happy sewing!

[@iris7911]

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[@jennycollard1173]

I enjoy your videos on a few levels, I find your fabric choices really interesting. I live in the uk and have never considered making non swim/active wear from swimwear fabric. Your black dress is gorgeous. Would you consider filming the pattern drafting process from your block to finished garment?

[@SewPomona]

Thanks so much Jenny! So glad you’re enjoying the videos! I’m hoping to be able to do more drafting and sewing demo videos after I’ve redone my sewing studio/ bedroom.

[@kaygee8343]

Rebecca, I just love everything you do. Is there a video explaining how you learned to draft patterns? I'm interested in learning more about it and would appreciate any tips. Thanks~

[@SewPomona]

Thanks so much! I’m entirely self taught at pattern drafting- most of what I’ve learned is from books and Suzy Furrer’s pattern drafting courses on Craftsy. I have a video on my top 5 Patternmaking Books if you want to check that out.

[@blufaerie]

In making the Vanessa pant, you said you use the selvedge in the hem. Did you cut it on the crossgrain?

[@SewPomona]

Yes. I often cut pants on the cross grain. I find it makes finishing easier and doesn’t affect the drape.

[@blufaerie]

@@SewPomona good to know!

[@Heyreneesews]

I’m making square neck knit tops

[@SewPomona]

Wonderful! I love a good neckline! Happy sewing!

[@marieg2815]

I’m making a boat seat for someone. Unfortunately I can’t get the stitches balanced. Happens every time I sew vinyl😢 After that, I’ve got a big remnant of rayon with a border print set aside for your caftan tutorial!

[@SewPomona]

Sounds like a fun project- but I get how those kinds of fabrics can mess with your machine. Border prints are the best for Caftans! I have a gorgeous one I'm working on right now. Happy sewing!