Looks like a dress but ITS NOT. Cute maxi skirt & cropped top: VERSATILE. Lenox (Love Notions).

The Lenox top & dress for knits from Love Notions has so many cute options & knit fabrics are always so comfy. I’ve made a separate skirt by adding a yoga waistband to the long dress option and also a crop top.
This looks like a dress but they can also be worn as separates.
See the how to sew the square & sweetheart necklines plus the sleeveless hack in the previous video about Lenox: • GORGEOUS knit SWEET HE...
Lenox top & dress for knits comes in sizes XS-5X and is 25% OFF through Tuesday 9th of May. Affiliate link: www.lovenotions.com/product/l... Use my code 10pins at checkout for an extra 10% off, even on top of sales!
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Specifics:
*Size XL, regular bust option
*Added 1” length to the bodice
*Athletic knit
*Long skirt option plus added a yoga waistband
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Lenox top & dress for knits comes in sizes XS-5X and is 25% OFF through Tuesday 9th of May. Affiliate link: www.lovenotions.com/product/lenox?affiliates=366 Use my code 10pins at checkout for an extra 10% off, even on top of sales!

[@gigimac448]

The way you organize the content of your video's is what makes your channel my favorite sewing channel. Your styling is an important part of that because it helps me find other patterns that can be paired with your feature pattern. So, bring on more! Also, I love it when you do pattern "hacks" because it gives us more ideas how to use the feature pattern and increases the value of the patterns we purchase. Thanks for all your hard work!

[@ks8115]

Karina, I really appreciate both your excellent sewing and construction tips, and love how you put together outfits to wear. Frankly it is your modeling and seeing you move in a garment that most influences my interest and decision to actúa purchase the pattern. I have bought almost every pattern you have sewn, modeled this year. And appreciate the way you hack the patterns and show those tips as well. Thanks!

[@rmorine6394]

Seeing how you put together your different makes is really helpful.I wouldn't mind seeing more of that. Sometimes, it's good to see different styling to see that a pattern is versatile and can work with items we already have. I love your creativity and your grace!

[@rosannesews]

Love the sewing content but I’m also a great fan of showing many and varied styling options. It also offers the opportunity for you to show us pieces originally designed by different pattern companies but put together by you. Love this! Cheers Rosanne 😊

[@vanessaarmstead5444]

I would LOVE to see more styles... the blue on blue is my favorite it looks so elegant.

[@debtaylor2387]

I love the sewing part, but also the versatility of each pattern and how you adapt them. Xxx

[@donnaschindlbeck7457]

Yes please to more styling! I love and refer often to your sewing video’s but really enjoy how you pair garments together for real life wear. Your fabric choices and how you style completed garments helps immensely to make my own personal choices. ❤

[@carolreece9950]

Yes please, more ways you put your outfits together would be great. I really enjoy seeing what you come up with ❣

[@karenbensdon4643]

I love the styling part of your videos. Sometimes I skip over the sewing part, knowing it’s there for me when I need it, and fast forward to the styling to decide if I want the pattern. However, when I am sewing I will watch only that part of the video, repeatedly. Hope this helps. Bring on the fashion show ❤.

[@mindyclagett8556]

Karina, I an so grateful for all your videos! I sew a lot of Love Notions patterns, so your detailed tutorials and clever pattern hacks are very helpful to me. I love how you style them when you’re done, and if that is a joyful part of the process for you, please do more! Also, your videos have introduced me to other pattern companies that I now enjoy. Thank you for your hard work! I hope your hand heals quickly and well.

[@upcycledcopycat8389]

It's your channel... do what ever you want to do. It's all great. Most of your sewing coordinates with each other. It would be interesting to see your newer sews with older ones. I know I'm always surprised that so much of my makes coordinate so well. New makes with older ones.

[@susuburleson878]

I’d love to see more stying options. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve bought patterns because the way you styled them opened so many options in my mind. Sewing is one of my super powers, but styling isn’t! Btw, you look stunning in both the hot pink long dress and this blue!

[@nonsequitur5057]

Over the years of watching sewing videos, I have found that I watch the ones where I know that I will see the garment styled various ways. My mother taught us all to sew. I started learning hand stitches and embroidery at 4 years old. By the time I was a teenager, I would read the directions and recommendations on the pattern, but by then I choose how I would use it and put it together to reflect me. So, what I love about your videos is that you show exactly what the pattern offers and then you explain how you are going to use it. After that (to me) the highlight is seeing the garment on a real person and in doing that you include how it fits into your life and your closet through how you style it. Also, thank you for taking your time, pointing out various features and not rushing through as you model the garment. Touché! Love, love, love your videos!!!

[@laurajones4088]

Your Lenox cropped top and maxi skirt are beautiful! I enjoy seeing how you style your makes.

[@pnbw98]

The separates give you the option of three sophisticated outfits. The longer skirt length is fabulous on you!

[@rutht8588]

Love the styling and all the pattern hacks. I’ve incorporated a lot of the ideas in my sewing. Thank you for all your work. The long skirt length looks amazing on you

[@susangrant9365]

I also would love to see more styling. This certainly helps me with inspiration. I must say though, I very much like the longer length on you Karina. It looks very elegant and classy.

[@GayleHallAZ]

Love the long skirt on you! You’re lovely and tall and, generally-speaking, skirts just below the knee and longer look really good on tall women. I know you’ve said you prefer your skirt lengths above your knees, but I’d love to see just one skirt on you that ends just below your knee caps. Is that a possibility…maybe?? You can always make it shorter after you model it for us! 🤗 I love how detailed your videos are and when you demonstrate closeups of your sewing. Thank you so much!

[@sewmuchsewing]

I like to see styling as part of a sewing vlog. I find for myself I can end up with random things that I am not sure what to do with. I want to start trying to make more 'outfits' rather than one off pieces because sometimes one off pieces can end up being hard to style with existing pieces.

[@ibelieveinpandas]

The longer skirt looks very elegant on you. I love the idea of separates that can be worn together and look like a dress. I have to try athletic knits for dresses one of these days! Looking forward to seeing you sew and style longer dresses. I am only 5" tall but oddly enough look better in longer skirts and dresses.

[@Satori_Riding]

yes please! more of the looks! I love how you're styling the pieces. the mix and match, the accessories. and thank you for showing your personal approach to sewing. it helps!

[@lindak8664]

That looked absolutely amazing! That royal blue skirt with the black is especially eye catching. Making a skirt & top from the same fabric is always the start if a capsule wardrobe for me. Everything just flows out from those two pieces. I love seeing your look books! Can’t tell you how many times I haven’t been the slightest bit interested in a pattern until i see how you style it, then i’m all, oh! I never thought of wearing it like that! Its always so inspiring. I’m glad your hand is feeling a bit better. Try not to get too excited and over do it though. I’m sure i don’t need to tell you that. (But i will anyway 😝)

[@kerstinshadbolt1003]

I love The Lennox skirt and top - as you say, so versatile. The longer skirt suits you so well and I really prefer to see that length on you. Thank you for sewing up and showing all these possibilities.🌷

[@elywolf9825]

Hi Karina, Love all the makes you do! And yes please make some Vlogs on styling any of your past makes with your new ones, that would be fun thanks! I've been subscribed for quite awhile and because of your content I have 40 Love Notions patterns, and other Indi designers also. I love the way you should how to change them, and use different fabric for them. Thank you for sharing your Sewing Knowledge! 😎🌴☀️

[@glendavizecky7581]

See styling would be great! You are marvelous at sewing and techniques. Thank you for your videos. I hope your hand is doing better.

[@deb_b57]

Please keep showing all options and pairings. It inspires to do more than obvious selections on patterns❣️

[@barbiet1947]

Your styling inspires me to sew. I love the midi length on you. Your sewing instruction videos are exceptionally well done.

[@lizblack735]

Thank you for all the information. I appreciate your sewing tips and hacks. I also like seeing how the finished garment looks as I have a very similar figure shape and can see how the garment looks before deciding on a pattern. I also appreciate that you get to the point quickly rather than droning on. Hope your hand gets better and thank you for both sewing tips and styling.

[@sewlovemydogs]

Yes your styling is quite inspirational. As is everything thing on your channel. 🌹❤️

[@clayjenkins9681]

I love seeing the styling … I look forward to learning what garments look good paired together ❤ Kerri J

[@loriswitalski6711]

Love when you do the styling outfits! Shows how to enhance your wardrobe. Watching this video I thought what a great ravel out fit that would make!!

[@rebeccaw9656]

Stunning, Katrina! I find your styling tips as valuable as your sewing tips. I hope your hand gets better soon❤️

[@carolynhoppe3196]

I love your styling. It gives us all ideas of how we can do similar combinations.

[@AlliciaB]

I really love the long skirt. It makes you look elegant.

[@marinaflores6526]

Thank you for all the inspiration, I never get tired of watching how you’re styling every piece of clothing you’ve made. Your look great with long dresses too!!

[@streamstriss]

I love seeing how you put outfits together! That can be a struggle for me and you do it so well.

[@janis5945]

I always shy away from dresses with a waist. So this was perfect! Always enjoy your videos ❤🇨🇦

[@rmorine6394]

Oh my Karina! That is just lovely on you!

[@amierikke6225]

Yes, I love your styling of your makes! You help inspire me. Your sense of style is wonderful. And, your use of fabric pattern and color combos is just so nice.

[@cathtaylor2771]

Yes to more styling options please, that is one problem I have when getting dressed, cohesion.

[@tinam1640]

Yes, I do like the styling suggestions. Your styling of a pattern is what makes me want to buy the pattern and therefore sew the pattern. Love your creativity and it’s fun to see what you come up with.

[@corrineshilling5949]

Yes Karina, I always love it when you change things up. You inspire me 👏

[@jburd07]

oh yes Karina I love your styling. Making is almost easier than styling for me.

[@marilynhardman5239]

OMG! Karina you look fabulous! I love that colour. Please keep doing the coordinating outfits, this old person lol (who used to wear track pants everyday) needs all the help she can get, as far as styling anyway. 💝

[@vickimorabito2657]

The long length looks gorgeous on you ❤

[@macquadj]

I would love more styling content. Your creativity is very inspiring so I would end up thinking, “I love that look, I can do that as well. ❤

[@shirettejohnson8326]

Oh my goodness! The blue is stunning on you!! You out did yourself this time. You really look great. I love all your helpful sewing tips and I enjoy seeing how you make/style them. I have said I would pass on a new pattern and them see you make and realize I need the pattern. Thanks for sharing and I hope your hand feels better quickly.

[@jmanonmakes]

I really enjoy seeing how you put your makes together.

[@mariontilton8494]

Love the black n white skirt with the blue top. Shows off your beautiful long legs. I also love seeing the different styling and would like to see more if that suits you.

[@sharonnickels2788]

While I love watching your sewing videos, I always look forward to seeing how you have styled the garment. I like the look of longer skirts on you. If i had legs like yours I would wear short skirts and shorts too!!

[@georgiastewart5035]

Rocking that longer length. Looks terrific.

[@sharonscott8358]

First of all, I think the skirt is absolutely lovely and the colour is fab. It is good to see how you pair your garments as it give further ideas as to how they can be worn. I have also found how you adapt your patterns to make slightly different looks also very interesting as well. So for me, I would say continue.

[@soapLady52]

Love seeing the outfits you put together as well as the sewing. I love the separates idea…more bang for you buck! LOL!!! 👍👍

[@debbiewhite3270]

I have no sense of style and have always admired ur choice of fabric as well as ur styling. I would love to see more styling of ur makes. The maxi and blouse gave me a great idea for a summer dress to wear to an outdoor wedding.😊

[@deborahkuykendall9877]

Great video as always. I love seeing variations and more outfits. The more the better! Take care of that hand

[@Antonia-ct8xc]

Hi Karina. I love it all -- the amazing sewing techniques, the advice on fabric and any cautions with the pattern, the great tips on how to take sewing to the next level, and seeing what the finished piece looks like and whether it moves well when in motion. Thanks for your incredible channel, Antonia

[@victoriahetzel7237]

I love the styling options!!! Sometimes I can't decide what to make next and you're such an inspiration with the way you put separates together. I especially like the variety you show, from elevated basics to using fabric in unique and unexpected ways. I enjoy watching from Canada!

[@GeorgianNights]

Wow Karina those outfits are so awesome. You look smashing. I love the colors too. Thanks for the inspiration.

[@greatsunshine899]

Gracias por todo lo que he aprendido viendo tus videos. Para mi es muy dificil "ver" mas alla del patron original, asi que cuando modificas un diseno, me inspira y pierdo el miedo a hacer algo diferente. Desde mi punto de vista le das mas valor a tu canal.

[@davidcharles8899]

Very interested in the styling too.❤

[@janedrolet2807]

Looks very nice. I am fairly short, 5’2”, and would love to wear long skirts/dresses…but I look swamped. I think the long skirt is super on you, being taller you can really wear that style well.

[@annesullivan1171]

I love to see the way you style your outfits. It does inspire ❤

[@muffintop6874]

The color is stunning on you.

[@vickimaiorano5763]

I like seeing the styling. I usually skip through the sewing sections. However I would look back at them if I was going to make any changes you have done.

[@helenhamilton9473]

you look fabulous in your skirt! And love seeing you styling your makes in different ways. So yes more 😍- particularly when you enjoy doing it too. But I find all your videos a joy to watch - thank you

[@patn1765]

I absolutely love seeing your styling combinations! Don't stop!😁

[@janicek6399]

I do enjoy seeing multi stylings. Glad to see you have a good brace 😉

[@suedwyer6694]

Love that blue with the black shirt & scarf. I am going to find a way to use that!

[@kelliesondrini6327]

The long skirt looks amazing! Thank you for all that you do!

[@lyndagasper4346]

I say bring on the fashion show!

[@patgottshalk8808]

Wonderful make, I love the versatility of a two piece outfit. I am sure it will go with many of your toppers. Glad your wrist is improving. I Like to see the outfits with and without your styling. Thank~you for the quality sewing you bring to KZbin.

[@LaNonnaYvon]

I love your channel. Threw your videos I sew more accurate and all your tutorials are so welcome and i rewatch them often. Love to see more of you. But I can imagine it takes a lot of time to make the videos. So yes please! But only if it suits you too. Thank you for all your hard work. Good luck with your injury.

[@dsolarium]

I absolutely 💯 ♥ love this tutoria l- and yoga waistbands...where have they been all my life ?? Thanks alot 😊

[@heatherthrone9999]

All your sewing insights + great styling - yes please. I think we also love to see how happy you are when you show us your creations. What type of knit is the blue fabric ie the fiber percentages it flows and drapes so beautifully. Be well.

[@Saladmama57]

Karina your makes and tutorials are superb. When you show how you style the makes this for sure helps little ole non-fashionly me. Also sharing the injury reminds me how physical sewing is.😅 Hope the tendinitis heals quickly, Karina.

[@gertrudewelsh781]

I love seeing your outfits. My problem is I never make "outfits" I have lots of stuff but nothing matches. 😢 I really love the crop top and skirt. That outfit is so dressy!

[@andreakalisch4609]

Love the ways that you style your makes. Really inspires me to sew more for myself. I think you look fantastic🎉

[@Escape10mom]

This is beautiful 🤩 I like seeing how they are styled as well! Love your content ❤

[@alexandrawellington8028]

Beautiful blue. Great makes on you. Love to see your styling fun!!!!!!!! xxxxxxxx

[@19Celia57]

I love all the content! I think its nice to have a little twirl and fashion in addition to the sewing tutorials. Your tops and skirts have gotten me rethinking my make for a September wedding. :)

[@kckazcoll1]

I wasn't sure I needed this until I saw your video and how good it looks on you :) You sold me, now bought with your affiliate link. Thanks for the extra discount, Karina!

[@wendycumner5403]

Karina - I am so inspired once again with your Lenox makes. I bought the pattern recently and can’t wait to get started on it. I really like the midi length dress on you and I may change my mind too and make one the same. It has been years since I wore that length bit it is so flattering. Always enjoy your makes.

[@AnitaMcB__]

Love them all

[@brigittev9917]

Love the styling, it gives me tons of ideas and inspiration.

[@Hiker_who_Sews]

Thank you!

[@aleciacope3503]

I hope your hand heals fully quickly! Have you considered insuring them with Lloyds of London?😂 I would really enjoy seeing up to 5 styling options.

[@jenismith466]

So very elegant Karina, you look absolutely stunning in that length skirt. I love seeing you style the garments but not a fan of the music you are currently using during the styling.

[@karenthomas6453]

Lovely!

[@helenwood3199]

Please keep the channel sewing focused. That's by far your forté.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I’ve never said the sewing would stop. All I mentioned was an extra minute with more mixing/matching my makes. Just another way to be creative. Seems like most commenting are very in favour.

[@juliarushing1920]

great skirt!!

[@vlynnkepley4821]

Stunning

[@murielbailiwick2978]

Fabulous

[@ClaudiaTripoli]

I prefer your focus on the details in the sewing segments over styling. Your links to previous sewing videos are also very helpful for the viewer to feel confident to sew the garment. That said, wrapping up the video with a few mix and match styling ideas sells the patterns. I say 85%+ sewing with no more than 15% styling.

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

I should’ve clarified that sewing will always still be the focus. The styling bits are always very short. I’d never turn that around or stop focusing on sewing :)

[@m.b.ortega544]

I also enjoy the styling section in your videos, because it makes the videos more interesting to look at and gives me ideas how to pair colors of accessories and styles. I like to look at the whole picture. One constructive criticism I have is about your hair. Though very nice, it is always loose and curly during all the years that I remember watching your videos. I think it would be nice to wear it sometimes differently to complement what you are wearing (ponytail with a sporty outfit, updo with an elegant dress, straight, half updo, hairband, and so on). Anyway, just an idea to change things up. 😊

[@LiftingPinsandNeedles]

About my hair, I wear it like I do in real life. It’s curly. I spent years using the straightening iron and absolutely ruined and burnt my hair. I’ve left it natural for over 4 years now (no heat) and it’s super healthy and not falling. I can’t wear it up because I’m prone to migraines and my scalp is very sensitive to the weight of my hair or anything put on there to hold it. The only way I can hold it is with a loose braid and I look awful lol. That’s my explanation about my hair. There’s always a reason and I really am not willing to do things with it.

[@m.b.ortega544]

@@LiftingPinsandNeedles Ok, I totally understand. 🙂 You definitely don't want a hairstyle to cause migraines/ health problems or damage it.