My Style Arc Pattern Haul

[@suek7086]

I appreciate your selfless act of buying more patterns. I do that with both patterns and fabric. We are nice that way.

[@TomKatStitchery]

🤣🤣🤣

[@texasproud8822]

You wanted us to feel better about our hoarding. I appreciate it.

[@TomKatStitchery]

🤣 it’s my pleasure!

[@Aurora-uh9nk]

Ah ! Thanks dear Whitney and as you know we all love to purchase ‘for the channel ‘ 🤣🤣🤣😂 !!! Honestly ,Style Arc should really donate them to you as most of us would not attempt sewing them without yr kind help ! I am on my second Monty Shirt THANKS TO YOU ! Thank you 🙏 sweet lady 😋

[@TomKatStitchery]

I love to hear that!

[@brightfuturetarot5119]

Hi Whitney, thank you so much for your sew along for the Monty Dress, I only bought the pattern because I knew I would be able to follow your instructions, I'm only beginner to intermediate and would have struggled without your videos. I was able to make the dress with out too many problems! Really happy with the results, thank you x

[@TomKatStitchery]

I’m so glad to hear that!

[@amierikke6225]

I got some of their patterns too. I think they are beautiful. I bought fall styles also. I’ve made a few, I hear they can have skimpy instructions but I’ve not had too much trouble. Can’t wait to see what you make and the sew alongs! My goodness, you are so self sacrificing! Such a great example for us all! 😉

[@TomKatStitchery]

🤣 it’s my honor to sacrifice for you guys!

[@janicek6399]

Thanks for being so selfless😉😁🥰

[@TomKatStitchery]

It’s my honor 😉.

[@OleanderStarr]

I just got the Boiler Suit pattern 10 minutes ago, and now both my son (16) and nephew (25) want me to make them a pair too. I like that this pattern has a unisex look to make it appealing to teen boys/men. With this being a women’s pattern and both of them being so slim and narrow, I would probably only have to lengthen the pattern at the waist, legs and arms to fit them!

[@k3of5ks]

I’m going to pick it up too! I think Whitney will do a sew-along!

[@TomKatStitchery]

I bet this would work great for your son and nephew!

[@cecilehoare3053]

Great pattern choices! Can't wait to see them completed!

[@TomKatStitchery]

Ava can’t wait either 😂.

[@Cynthia2v]

Yay, I’m all for a good sale, especially for the channel. I’ve made several and have a few more on my list. My last make was the Cindy Jean jacket and Bob pants(appropriate, huh?) I love the jacket, did all the top stitching and jeans buttons. Was wearing the Bobs last week and my husband loved them, I made them in a 6 oz lt blue denim, so soft❤️❤️.

[@TomKatStitchery]

I have heard so many good things about the Bob. I might need to go back before Thursday . . .

[@nancyhurt7145]

Hey, blame on us! There's a couple of those I think I'll try like the top with the standup neckline. Think one of my granddaughters might go for that cropped, also. And then, the mechanic suit or whatever the name was I also like. I bought the Closet Core one also but haven't made it yet. I keep telling myself it will look terrible on my figure, but I want to give it a try. Both of them are enough different, that I think I'll order this one, too. Thanks for showing these and yes, I hope you'll do video on some of them. It was so easy following along on the Monty shirt video. I made the dress out of linen, but it was so huge on me. I'm going to repurpose it into another Cielo top. I'm in love love with that pattern!

[@TomKatStitchery]

I can definitely do some sew alongs on these!

[@MeganGMakes]

I recently bought the Como knit tee from Style Arc and I've had it printed. I'm loving the polished neckline. I think it elevates a basic knit tee, and I can't wait to see how it turns out.

[@TomKatStitchery]

I have that one as well and haven’t made it yet. I’d love to hear how you like it!

[@christinamimikos6344]

I bought the Teddy top as well, and would love to see a sew along for that, or either of the jackets! SO glad to see that style art is embracing your instructional videos for these! I genuinely love their designs, but the instructions make me crazy, and I had sworn off their patterns until you started their sew alongside! Keep it up!

[@TomKatStitchery]

Oh good! I’m so glad you’re excited about more Style Arc videos!

[@cathyswope5174]

Love their patterns, now I want more even though I have sooo many patterns already

[@pamelacahill1190]

I hae decided that pattern collecting is a hobby in and of itself! I am proud of my rather extensive collection as it is!

[@TomKatStitchery]

I completely understand! My pattern stash is large, but the sewing inspiration I get from new patterns makes me so happy!

[@fayeryan3699]

oh my! " I don't have enough real estate here to wear that " I love this statement! and will borrow it if I may! We share so many of the same body characteristics - short neck, narrow shoulders, bigger bust,narrow hips and legs!

[@TomKatStitchery]

😂 it’s a true statement!

[@carmenfringer4740]

Yes please the Ziggy....omgosh that would be sooo helpful I've been collecting light leather jackets for it but totally not experienced enough.

[@TomKatStitchery]

It’s been requested a ton so stay tuned on that one!

[@karen-zb7pu]

Im going to try the boiler suit. I may do the top in a softer more fluid fabric than the pants.

[@TomKatStitchery]

That would be so cute!

[@cherylp.3347]

I bought some patterns too. You have a good excuse for buying, it’s for your work! I had the Parker pants on my list too, they look nice. And I picked the free top too. The skirt looked sort of straight down and I didn’t think it would suit my curves.

[@TomKatStitchery]

It was a good sale. I’m excited to start sewing some up!

[@0920PBarnes]

So glad you mentioned that they don't have a lot of instructions! I don't think I'm ready for that yet. Maybe next Christmas in July...2022

[@TomKatStitchery]

The instructions are sparse!

[@sarahmay3307]

Thanks for the hoarding. Good patterns, loving the boilersuit and the teddy top,

[@TomKatStitchery]

My pleasure 😂.

[@mardihowell157]

I'm so excited you are going to do the Ziggy. I have that pattern and I'm ready to sew!!!

[@TomKatStitchery]

Oh good!

[@sandimichaels2324]

LOve, Love your pattern picks. I especially love the Ziggy Jacket.

[@TomKatStitchery]

Me too! That one has been on my list for awhile!

[@ladylouise1969]

You looked great!! We were gone for a short trip-so just watching now. Great patterns, yes the moto jacket and the other one-forgot the name of it, would make great tut's!! Bring it on!! :+) OK I purchased the Parker Ponte pants, and the two jackets, and a dress! :+) Have a wonderful week!!

[@TomKatStitchery]

Fall sewing is around the corner and it’s my favorite season to sew for, so here we go!

[@ladylouise1969]

@@TomKatStitchery Yay!! Look forward to it!

[@vanessathomas6362]

You chose so many great Style Arc patterns! I look forward to seeing which pattern you choose for the sewalong. I know I have one of their patterns in my stash that I haven't gotten a chance to get to yet.

[@TomKatStitchery]

Thank you! I can’t wait to make them up!

[@peggyriordan9857]

I really like the aviator jacket and would like to make one, but I know Style Arc instructions are usually a paragraph and that's it!! I would definitely need more help than that, so it's either I write down instructions when you make one or I find another pattern!! LOL. I really liked your idea of sherpa around the collar as well. I think it's attractive on a jacket like that plus, it adds warmth, which I am always looking for here in Chicago. I know it will probably make me look like a side of a barn, but I have hit the age of 'I really don't care what others think I look like anymore' so it's fine with me!! LOL.... Just livin my life...Take Good Care

[@TomKatStitchery]

I love that! I’m getting to that age as well!

[@marthalong7327]

Love your channel! Got the Parker Ponte pants pattern. A sew along would be fantastic! Could you please share your sources for quality ponte knit fabric?

[@TomKatStitchery]

Ok! I have found great ponte at Blackbird Fabrics, StyleMaker Fabrics and Minerva. The key is to find ponte that’s a rayon (viscose), nylon, spandex blend. I prefer to have no polyester in my ponte.

[@maureenmiddleton1450]

Thank you for sharing.

[@TomKatStitchery]

My pleasure!

[@marjoriegraham9885]

I purchased the Morris Blazer and pant pattern on their spring sale. Love that it’s pdf now and they have a copy shop option. Beware tho, it’s not A0 format, it’s large format. Pdf plotting printed the 2 ~90”x36” plus a 60something inch x 36” for me with no problem at very reasonable cost. I’ve got my fabric chosen, need to make up muslin for fit. Would love to see you do a SewAlong on it. Would you do traditional tailoring or speed tailoring w fusibles?

[@TomKatStitchery]

The Morris might become a sew along! It’s on the list. Since I do more speed tailoring, that’s probably what I’ll do on this one!

[@debbiebridges5121]

Yes, I will check the sales for fall I was wondering when do you start preparing

[@TomKatStitchery]

I’m usually ready to switch sewing seasons a few months before that season actually hits.

[@debbiebridges5121]

How do you know what’s going to be in style and when it hits?

[@TomKatStitchery]

@@debbiebridges5121my personal style leans pretty classic so the silhouettes I favor largely stay the same. I do like to try out new trends, however and those are usually the ones I’ll sew up as I see it (so usually during the actual season).

[@maryplatt5494]

I purchased the Ziggy pattern a long time ago, but there are a gazillion pieces and I am too intimated by the lack of instructions… glad to hear you are planning a see along… looking forward to it!

[@TomKatStitchery]

Oh good!

[@caroljohn3843]

Please do the Ziggy jacket for the sew along,in leather. Thank you, Carol.

[@TomKatStitchery]

I’m pretty sure that’s what I’ll do. It will probably be later this fall!

[@lianachristlo2395]

I've had the Teddy top for ages! 😁 I'd love a sew along as, though I've made a couple of style arc patterns, I do struggle with the directions. 🙄

[@TomKatStitchery]

No problem! I think that will be the next sew along!

[@lianachristlo2395]

@@TomKatStitchery Awesome! I'm looking forward to sewing it with you. 😁

[@Shannonishere]

Great pattern haul!! Also I know it’s an older pattern but I would love to see a see along for the Mimi woven shirt from SA. 😊

[@TomKatStitchery]

Sure! I have that pattern and love my finished one. I can definitely add that to the sew along list!

[@Shannonishere]

@@TomKatStitchery thank you that would be great if you have time!! I love style arc patterns but as a new sewer sometimes the directions just make me scratch my head. 😂

[@lavadaroufs]

Have you thought about cutting the collar down that is too tall for you? I love your pattern hauls - give us great inspirations.

[@TomKatStitchery]

I have, and I might try it, but I’m wondering if it’s just having any height around my neck that bothers me? I’m not sure because I do like collared button up’s and turtlenecks 🤔. It might be worth a try!

[@MichelleSewsAgain]

I did a Style Arc haul the last time they had a sale for Memorial weekend. I live their designs but, yes, the instructions are sparse😜. The Nova MIDI and Hope Dress are two of my favorites!! Looking forward to seeing your makes!!

[@TomKatStitchery]

Oh good! I’m excited to sew them up!

[@ParsnipsMum1]

I have the pattern for the Teddy top (just waiting for some sewing time) but I would Love the Ziggy sew a long, I'm keen to make an asymmetric moto jacket next year in corduroy.

[@TomKatStitchery]

Ooh! That sounds lovely!

[@mandisakumalo9136]

Hi Tomkat. I'm new to your channel which I bumped into whilst searching for style arc sewing tutorials. I need help sewing collar and front facing on the Armidale Dress. I'm stuck. I wonder if you can do a sew along on the Armidale dress.

[@TomKatStitchery]

I do own that pattern and I can definitely add that to the sew along list!

[@mandisakumalo9136]

@@TomKatStitchery Thank you. I look forward to it.

[@majenamafe5221]

Hi... I've made the Teddy top ... & I have a shorter neck than the pattern is drafted for ... so I lovered the height of the color by about half ... it turned out really well I've made 3 of them so far and now I am also making a dress length version ... just a heads up that if you like it you could try this too ... thanks for all your videos x

[@TomKatStitchery]

That’s so good to know! I might try it for myself and do that!

[@SamanthaLlanos]

Ahh, I've been eyeing that Parker Ponte Pants pattern but am too nervous about the lack of instructions! I may pick it up anyway!

[@TomKatStitchery]

I think I might do a sew along on that pattern!

[@k3of5ks]

Hi Samantha. Style Arc’s free pattern to try them out is called Sage Stretch Pant. It’s for ponte. I think you have to sign up for their newsletter to get it.

[@belinda58sews29]

I have a few of these patterns so excited for the sew alongs. And you look great wearing those colors, of course.

[@TomKatStitchery]

Thank you!

[@k3of5ks]

I love their patterns and just finished the Adelaide jacket. I’m also a huge Bob fan, own 3 pair and thinking about getting Barry. I would love a Melrose sew-along as it’s such a beautiful pattern and I really want to make it but am shying away due to their sparse instructions. Would you consider a Melrose sew-along? Paper patterns are less 20% on Amazon for the sale and don’t forget about their free Sage stretch (ponte) pant for signing up for their newsletter.

[@TomKatStitchery]

I could definitely do a Melrose sew along!

[@k3of5ks]

@@TomKatStitchery Thanks Whitney😘. I’ll purchase the pattern and wait for further instructions from you. You can see my Adelaide @kristimakes

[@kathymattern544]

Hi Whitney. You mentioned that the instructions for some of the Style Arc patterns are sparse. I have purchased about 10 or 12 Style Arc patterns, and am finally ready to sew one of them. I'm starting with the Faith top and I could not find instructions at all so I started searching, and found none. I have been a sewist for many, many years so I'm thinking I'll do ok ...but it is still a bit unnerving not actually having written instructions. Any advice?

[@TomKatStitchery]

The instructions are actually the first page of the printed pattern. If you had the pattern printed at a copy shop, they come printed on that. They are on the same page as the measurement chart and they are usually very sparse.

[@kathywise3609]

Curious how you inventory your patterns? I try to sort and file them by type of garment, but can’t fathom how you keep track?

[@TomKatStitchery]

I have a video that shows how I organize my paper patterns here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iKqZZWx5mLihqck My pdf patterns are stored on my computer by brand and then pattern and when they are printed they are sorted alphabetically by company and then pattern. I have two large office filing cabinets where I keep them all!

[@marissanielsen4120]

‘I was weak and so I shopped.’ 😂😂😂 I love their styles, but find the lack of instructions really difficult. P.s. love that shade of blue on you!

[@TomKatStitchery]

Aww! Thank you, friend!

[@susank.wilson6436]

I made the Teddy pattern and 😍

[@TomKatStitchery]

That’s so good to know!

[@shaunaferguson6102]

The teddy top! 🙋

[@TomKatStitchery]

Right? Stay tuned for that one!

[@SD-ij3gs]

Hi I’m new to your channel I have seen these style arc patterns on Amazon BUT I don’t know what they are Can you please kindly show it in your next video Thank you ♥️

[@TomKatStitchery]

The patterns on Amazon are actually their printed dressmaking patterns. I prefer the digital (or pdf) patterns that I print out at home so what I use is a bit different.

[@SD-ij3gs]

@@TomKatStitchery thank you so much for your reply , are they like a big board or dress shape where you get the fabric and cut around the shape?

[@TomKatStitchery]

@@SD-ij3gs the physical patterns (like on Amazon) are the pattern pieces printed out on tissue paper. You cut the fabric using the pattern pieces as the guide and then sew them together! Sewing is quite magical!

[@SD-ij3gs]

@@TomKatStitchery thank you sooooooooooo much! Yeah it is Love it! But if only I knew how to sew 🤣

[@SD-ij3gs]

@@TomKatStitchery thank you once again for telling me You are beautiful You know how to sew! ♥️

[@dianeroberts3533]

Your daughter is a lucky girl! That

[@TomKatStitchery]

Aww! I think she knows that she’s pretty lucky!

[@beth3535]

Just shorten the collar?

[@TomKatStitchery]

possibly!

[@gabistephens]

Carly aviator jacket sew along please!!!!

[@TomKatStitchery]

That would be a fun one!

[@anessaharris9947]

😀

[@TomKatStitchery]

❤️❤️❤️

[@kathleenbarron7654]

Thanks for doing this for us! Can you buy me the........for the channel, of course.

[@TomKatStitchery]

🤣 it’s all for the channel!

[@libbybennett3067]

Style Arc do have nice patterns. But not so good for beginners with instructions

[@TomKatStitchery]

You are correct. I’m so glad they’ve given the go ahead to do sew alongs!

[@jolynnwhite7946]

🏳️‍🌈🧕🏿👌🏾🥰🦹🏾‍♂️

[@TomKatStitchery]

❤️❤️❤️