My Summer Makes |

[@ZeldaSews]

Tanya, The closet core top is really nice! I love the the fabric design.

[@justletmesew]

@@ZeldaSews Thank you Zelda, I'm really pleased that I've used it and it turned out well 😊

[@paulamattsson8583]

About the Ogden cami, I always cut my seam allowance’s with pinking shears that has helped my interfacings from fraying , your makes are always very lovely and fabric choices are impeccable 👌the pink fabric is gorgeous ❤

[@Heyreneesews]

I would like to add that our grandmothers would wip stitch the edge. A zigzag stitch works too.

[@justletmesew]

@@paulamattsson8583 Thank you, that's so kind. Thank you for the tip, I always forget about my trusty pinking shears - a great idea.

[@LisaFaiss]

That Kalle shirt is really nice. I really like how you worked with the stripes.

[@justletmesew]

@@LisaFaiss Thank you, the fabric is really unusual.

[@lindsaym8546]

I recently visited Porto and had a wonderful time, although it seems we had a similar experience weather-wise. One day we took the tram to the sea and couldn’t see anything due to the mist, then towards the end of a day we climbed up Torre dos Clerigos but the mist descended faster than we could climb the steps so again we could see nothing when we reached the top 😂 Besides that we had a fantastic time, hope you did too!

[@justletmesew]

@@lindsaym8546 That mist comes in quickly! We really enjoyed it, the city is a good size and there is so much to see. We also found a few fabric shops which was a bonus!

[@AngelaEvers-tj1dg]

What a super video. Very interesting. Great makes. Love it💕

[@justletmesew]

@@AngelaEvers-tj1dg Thank you Angela, thanks for watching 🌼

[@ZeldaSews]

My Vernon shirt had a placket that I could not figure out for the longest time. I did get help though. the top looks great on you

[@justletmesew]

Hi Zelda, there are some interesting instructions out there for sure 😂

[@T669tk]

I have made the new look N6697 shirt a few times, I added an inch to the length for myself after the first one I made, but it has a lovely boxey shape and it is very easy to make, so I recommend that pattern 😊

[@justletmesew]

@@T669tk Thank you for the tip, I'll make sure I measure the length of the blouse.

[@TheFrenchSeams_vlog]

Such lovely makes!!! Well done on persevering on the Kalle! It looks really great ❤❤

[@justletmesew]

@@TheFrenchSeams_vlog Thanks Rachael, it really tested me!

[@marygreen7225]

Great video Tania. I love your Kalle shirt. Angela from Devon Thread Tales did a sew a long on the Kalle about three years ago, you may find that helpful. Thank you for sharing your makes

[@justletmesew]

@@marygreen7225 Thank you, I watched Angela's video but she did a different version without those features. Thanks for watching 😊

[@gingerninja_sews]

Sian (kittenish behaviour) sews the interfacing on then flips it over and irons it on for a neat finish on facings i think she has done a mini tutorial. Ive also used bias binding on the edges. Gorgeous makes Tanya 😊

[@justletmesew]

@@gingerninja_sews oooh thanks for the tip, I'll take a look at her tutorial.

[@debbiecarter6430]

Absolutely love your Kalle shirt. Well done for persevering 😊💖

[@justletmesew]

@@debbiecarter6430 Thank you Debbie 🌼

[@lindaboby6007]

Great vlog as always. I made a blouse once with hidden placket and that too was head scratching got there in the end ❤❤

[@justletmesew]

@@lindaboby6007 It's such a smart feature, worth all the effort 😊

[@annettecowburn-sz8cq]

Those shorts and vest top are lovely Tania, and the kalle is gorgeous too.

[@justletmesew]

@@annettecowburn-sz8cq Thank-you Annette 😊

[@ErinSews]

The Kalle is beautiful! I’m so glad you persevered with it because the hidden placket and the fabric are phenomenal. I haven’t made that pattern but I made a McCall’s one with the same type of collar and also struggled with it feeling too long. I thought it was me too but then I found a sew along and the person making it had the same issue. She ended up just cutting it down to fit so I did the same thing and it was so much easier, and looked fine.

[@justletmesew]

@@ErinSews Hi Erin, I think I will try that too as it just seemed so much fabric to try and ease in, weird. I made an Oliver and S pattern with that type of collar years ago and had the same issue. All the tutorials I watched for stand collars looked straight forward, I couldn't figure out where I'd gone wrong 🤷‍♀️

[@angelalysandrou4830]

Great vlog, all your makes are great but especially the Kalle shirt, love that fabric. With the Ogden cami could you overlocker all the edges of your facing and outer pieces before you start.

[@justletmesew]

@@angelalysandrou4830 Thank you. I will need to finish those facings for sure!

[@SeamsLikeAGoodIdea]

That is the best Kalle shirt I have ever seen. Better than on the pattern cover, better than any of the peopleI follow. You look smashing in it. The fabric is phenomenal with that pattern. Awesome make! Hope your birthday was great!

[@justletmesew]

@@SeamsLikeAGoodIdea Thank you so much, that is so kind 🥰 I've never seen a fabric like it, really unusual. I had a great birthday, thank you 🌼

[@lynngates1662]

Thanks for sharing all your pretty things! I like those overalls! I believe embroidery floss is mercerized, which would keep it from absorbing dye. I love the look! (also, btw, any updates on PDF patterns should be sent to everyone who's purchased them!) I got the Kalle quite a long time ago and just haven't gotten around to it. The Deer and Doe Melilot has the same kind of hidden placket that that was giving people fits, too 😉I kind of worked it out myself, but I did know what the finished arrangement was going to be. There must be something about that step that's hard to explain haha. I think collar bands are always that way to make sure we have to really work for it! 😆😆 I remember giving up on a men's shirt collar - sometime in the 80's and to be fair, it was after 11 p.m. - in the morning I picked it up and it fit perfectly!? Happy sewing!

[@justletmesew]

@@lynngates1662 These patterns do test us sometimes don't they! I love how that collar band has stayed in your mind but how frustrating that the next morning it behaved itself. The sewing pixies must have been up to their usual tricks that night!

[@Yorkygirl59]

Love the shirt fabric. I've made three or four shirts lately, for me and hubby, different patterns (big 4 and indie) and the collars are a struggle every time. It makes me think I've cut the wrong size collar or stand. I've managed it in the end by easing, snipping and lots of pins.

[@justletmesew]

@@Yorkygirl59 The easiest collar to sew for me has been the Lyra by Tilly and the Buttons. The overall fit of the bodice wasn't great but the collar went in well at least.

[@susanaustin7554]

Karina of lifting pins and needles has great tutorials on collars. Don’t give up it’s a lovely pattern.

[@justletmesew]

@@susanaustin7554 Karina is great. I only found one tutorial from her but the bodice was gathered at the neckline so I couldn't work out the ease problem. I think I'll do a mock up and see if reducing the collar length helps. Thanks 🥰

[@susanaustin7554]

@@justletmesewHi I’m sorry I gave you a bum steer! It was Angela of Devon Thread Tales - sew with me. She does a complete tutorial on the Kalle shirt it’s in 2 parts and it is brilliant. I followed her from the start I did not look at the instructions at all, and my shirt was a complete success. It was three years ago so just put in a search on KZbin. Good luck.

[@louiseroberts9553]

Hi Tania. your makes are so good - love everything you have made I can not get an Ogden to fit me and have given up on the pattern

[@justletmesew]

@@louiseroberts9553 Thank you so much. Sorry to hear that about the Ogden, I hope you've found another cami top as they're a great staple 🌼

[@evasaker2476]

What lovely makes! Love your colourful choices of fabric, but also the charcole jumpsuit! The embroidery was lovely, such a nice personal detail. The fuschia pink fabric is stunning, I have never seen anything like it, you will look amazing in it! As you held it in front of you I think it went very well with the jumpsuit you were wearing. 💞 My tip on the Calle shirt collar is to just cut it shorter next time. I wouldn’t struggle like that if I came across an issue with a pattern. I often make shortcuts after my own head as I have years of experience, maybe more than the pattern constuctor 😉 Another tip I have when you are trying out a new pattern - measure your tried and true patterns and compare the width, length and so on. You can also measure your RTW clothes that fit well and compare with the pattern pieces.

[@justletmesew]

@@evasaker2476 Thank you For your tips, so helpful! I will try shortening the collar piece and see how that goes. I love the pink fabric and it was such good value for such an unusual design!

[@evasaker2476]

@@justletmesew ❤️

[@SusanJones-v6g]

Just out of interest Lauren Guthrie of Guthrie and Ghani does a video for the Kalle shirt which was one of tgeir Sewing Society kits a good few years ago. Hope this helps. It can be purchased on their website

[@justletmesew]

@@SusanJones-v6g Thanks for the tip 🌼

[@vicki9298]

As for the collar.? I make the Aria from Love Notions with the same style collar ALOT. Top And dresses. Something isn't quite right because I had zero problems. None. And I am saying this to encourage you, it's not you. It's something in the pattern. I love your makes ❤️

[@justletmesew]

@@vicki9298 Thank you, that's good to hear. Thanks so much for watching and your words of encouragement 😊

[@dorothymarquis5738]

Re the placket and the collar. I have not used any indie patterns so I don't know what type of pattern markings are used. The placket should be clearly marked with both fold lines and stitching lines. Transfer these lines to your fabric and use them to fold and stitch. The collar too should be marked with dots and notches. These will indicate where the collar attaches to the shoulders and where the collar edges are attached to the front centre lines. Be careful not to attach the narrower part of the collar to the neckline. Re the facings - always zigzag the edges of all pieces - even those which will be encased within two pieces of fabric, eg. the neckline edge of a facing, inside a yoke or the binding.

[@justletmesew]

@@dorothymarquis5738 Thank you for all those tips, you have a wealth of knowledge. I will zig zag even hidden edges from now on.

[@loisg2316]

A few thoughts on your Ogden cami. I have never had the issues you have had. Instead of clipping underarms you could try neatening the seam by using pinking shears. Much easier and safer then clipping if you are worried about snipping into your seam line. Do you hem your lining? It would stop fraying. Another idea is to add elastic to make the lining into a shelf bra. Finally I have lengthened the lining to make the cami reversible. Great summer makes ❤

[@sew_So_beautiful]

Closet Core has a sew along on their website for the Kalle. Maybe it will help with the issues you were having, especially the collar. I haven't watched it, but I'm pretty sure that if it doesn't help, they are pretty good with getting back to you, if you contact them.

[@justletmesew]

@@sew_So_beautiful Thank you, I used the sewalong alongside the instructions. Contacting them is a good idea, thanks

[@susanaustin7554]

Hi I gave you the wrong person for the tutorial on the kalle shirt it should have been Angela of Devon thread tales. It was a whole tutorial in 2 parts from start to finish - brilliant. I followed her all the way to the finish and my shirt was perfect. You will have to do a search as it was about three years ago but it is still there. Good Lick.

[@justletmesew]

@@susanaustin7554 Thanks, I did watch Angela's tutorial but she did a different placket and collar sadly.

[@farmwife7944]

can I suggest that you teach us what an afternoon tea is? I have never seen the real thing (growing up across the pond), where we have breakfast, lunch, and dinner/suppers. My exposure to “teas” apart from the beverage are only what I have seen on fictional tv shows and occurs only in England. It looks like it is a snack event or is it a meal? Do people dress up , and is this anything that is still part of daily life? Over here the tea taxes in the 1700’s and The Boston Tea Party sealed the fate of tea here as being less than desired or even unpatriotic. It has taken over 200 years for tea sales here to recover and when folks prefer tea over coffee they are viewed with suspicion. 😉 I do like a nice hot tea with lemon and honey and the occasional herbal tea but the event itself is a mystery.

[@foxynannabev]

LOL 🤣🤣🤣 aww u made me laugh so much hun 😂 ok a afternoon tea was a term used in the 1800’s & 1900’s & that’s when the upper class ladies got dressed up & met up with friends, sat in the garden or park (can’t do it that often over here 🇬🇧 we don’t get the weather for it 😢) & had a cup of hot tea 🫖 & a biscuit 🍪 (that’s the definition of so a English afternoon tea), it’s not a meal 🍽️ just a snack & we don’t do it like that anymore when we go round to our friends house we might have a cup of hot tea or a drinky poo 🥂🍷🍹🍸lol oh & I can’t stand coffee 🤢🤮 never have liked it 🤷🏼‍♀️ hope I’ve helped ya figure it out 😂😂xxx

[@farmwife7944]

@@foxynannabev thanks so much for educating me. sending love and acceptance from the other side of the pond (even if you don’t like coffee) ❤️

[@foxynannabev]

@@farmwife7944 lol 🤣🤣🤣

[@justletmesew]

@@farmwife7944 I love this, picturing lots of suspicious tea drinkers 😂 Google 'afternoon tea Harrods' for a real insight into it. It can be posh, or a light meal before your big evening meal. An event like this is to replicate the smarter, social event. You'd wear something smart to a very smart cafe or venue. Lots of tea, tiny sandwiches, cakes, macaroons etc. Coffee culture is big in the UK too, coffee shops are everywhere with all the endless ways of making coffee.