Spring / Summer Wardrobe Planning 2022!

[@AnneBeamish]

Yes to tote sewing video! And I would love to test your peasant blouse if you need people.

[@swittle22]

Tote! Tote! Tote! Tote! I love your videos and have learned so much from you. I am so inspired. Thank you!

[@PatternScout]

Thank you so much! Hoping to have a tote video up before summer is over :)

[@FromtheMPR]

Thanks for the inspiration. And TOTES, yes please!!

[@PatternScout]

Thanks for watching! And for the feedback on the totes! :)

[@isorna2456]

Totes, yes please! Also, I love the blue buttoned skirt you showed. Hope to see something like that soon.

[@PatternScout]

Thank you! And I did a video on how to make the skirt a few weeks back where I make one almost identical to that one,, turned out super cute! kzbin.info/www/bejne/hIbUgoCQq9N0odU

[@ximenadibanhi]

Im really interested in that Tote tutorial !

[@kokohead333]

yes, yes, yes on the tote video!

[@PatternScout]

Ok yay! Thanks!

[@deborahm8153]

Yes, definitely interested in the tote video.

[@PatternScout]

Thanks!

[@maryelliott8084]

Can’t wait to see what you come up with! anticipation ……

[@PatternScout]

Thanks! :)

[@denisedorsey2889]

I think your ideas are fantastic, Casey. Please bring us along as you go through the process.

[@PatternScout]

Thanks, Denise! I definitely will and hope to share much more soon! Talking about my sewing plans got me so pumped about it all :)

[@SamanthaLlanos]

Ooh thank you for this video! Watching you talk through what you want to make made me realize how much I need all of those items too! I've been living in sweats the last 2 years like most of the world, but it's time to update my wardrobe. I look forward to seeing all your makes and would love a tote video! I have a lot of your patterns, so I'll be planning my wardrobe with them too esp since you share so many great pattern hack ideas. If you have/could make a video on how you plan your sewing projects, that is what I struggle with the most...a general time management problem, lol. Thank you again for the great content! Looking forward to seeing more!

[@PatternScout]

Thank you so much for watching! Yes, I feel like it is TIME to start wearing pretty me-mades! 😂 I have so many projects on the brain...love this time of year for planning. Thanks for the tote/content feedback--very helpful!!

[@heatherr9201]

Yes to the totes

[@nicolepearson203]

Yes on the tote video!

[@IvyRosethebus]

I would love to see totes video. But really, really love a nice backpack video.

[@barbarakushner5718]

Would love to see a tote tutorial! Love the linen dress and two piece dress!

[@PatternScout]

Thank you!! I just posted a tote tutorial last week, so yay! :)

[@karolmolpus9536]

Spurga tennis shoes are really cool!

[@PatternScout]

ooh, I will check those out! Thanks!

[@CulinaryGuide]

I love all your sewing plans. I might have to steal your list.

[@PatternScout]

Yes, please do! :) Thanks for watching!

[@teriacoleman]

Yay I’m a new subbie. Yes to a tote tutorial ❤️❤️

[@PatternScout]

Thank you!! :)

[@edmoore7945]

❤️ Terrific video❤️ I’m going to attempt to make some summer clothes. Thanks for the inspiration!

[@PatternScout]

Thank you for watching! ❤❤

[@kathygann7632]

I’d also like to see some patterns that look like a jumpsuit that is really two pieces with a skirt that goes with the top, or pieces like the encircled top that can be worn many ways when traveling.

[@virginiagrimsey42]

I love the idea of the tee dress with the placket and collar. Would also love to see the simple and advanced tote videos. I can’t wait to see the peasant top pattern.

[@PatternScout]

Ok awesome, thanks for letting me know and thanks so much for watching! :)

[@cathyclark5791]

I would love to watch you make a tote. I super enjoyed watching two coats you designed and made. I found a beautiful gray and brown wool plaid fabric that I have set aside for a dressy coat. Also I want to sew or buy t-shirts in trending fall colors.

[@PatternScout]

Thanks for watching! And I just did the tote tutorial last week!

[@logananderson103]

Definitely looking forward to see the tote bag video- and the formal dress video!! You’ve been such an inspiration for me in my (new) sewing journey!

[@PatternScout]

Thanks so much! I'm so happy you are enjoying the videos :)

[@AnnettePetavy]

Very inspiring! I'd love to see the tote videos!

[@PatternScout]

Thank you so much! :)

[@VariationsOnASeam]

If you do make a cropped trench, I would love to see how you do it. Looks cool.

[@PatternScout]

Good to know! I will for sure share here if I do! Thanks so much!

[@vickithompson1840]

Very inspiring vlog, I love all of your ideas. And yes please for a tutorial for a tote bag that would be fab 🤗🤗🤗

[@PatternScout]

Thank you!!

[@sewingbutterfly3071]

Great capsule plan! I like the idea of the advanced tote tutorial too. Thank you for your video - it’s inspired me to start planning some sewing for SS22 😊

[@PatternScout]

Thanks for watching and letting me know about the tote! Glad it has inspired you to plan for the new seasons--this is my favorite part! :)

[@ckeel09]

I found your channel a few days ago and it has been so inspiring! I have wanted to make my own wardrobe for years but have been hesitant to pick it back up. I took sewing classes in high school and used to do some alterations/tailoring when I was in college, but haven't touched my machine since I started working (and I'm pretty sure one of my sisters "borrowed" my machine -- permanently!). It feels very intimidating to start again from square one, and especially to make my own garments from scratch, but your videos have motivated me to do it!!!! Thank you for making such great content on your YT channel and also your patterns and all the other info on your website. What a great resource.

[@PatternScout]

Thank you so much for this comment--I love that my videos are getting you pumped up to start sewing again. It took me a while to finally get back into it, but once I did I was (and still am) obsessed! It's So fun! Thanks for watching!

[@corrineshilling5949]

Yes!!! TOTES

[@denisehargreaves8072]

Just found you here on you tube and am so happy! Would love to see/hear about your process for a more in depth tote bag!

[@PatternScout]

Thanks so much! Glad you found me and thanks for letting me know about the tote! :)

[@bethjohns6755]

I have recently discovered your channel - really enjoying catching up on your makes and ideas. You make it all look so easy!

[@PatternScout]

Thank you so much! :)

[@randylls5341]

You do a great job.

[@PatternScout]

Thank you!

[@christiesteckelberg8366]

Yes would like your tote videos

[@monicacorr6979]

I am wearing a basic white reebok and they are quite comfortable

[@PatternScout]

I will have to check those out, thanks for the recommendation!

[@lisakisch1303]

Great ideas! I’m planning a similar video on my channel, but hadn’t planned to add in the things I want thrift. Now, I will! Thanks!

[@PatternScout]

Awesome! Thanks so much for watching!

[@CatherineSews]

The blouse you're wearing is so pretty. Did you design it? Very feminine and flattering.

[@PatternScout]

Thank you! I did not design this one, but I did make it--It's the McCall's 7969 dress and I shortened it to a blouse. Love that pattern!

[@snowtownbunny]

Yes for the tote bag video!

[@PatternScout]

Ok awesome, thank you! :)

[@failuretosew]

Soooooo excited to hear you're doing a peasant blouse pattern and maybe a vest - it's been ages since I was able to wear a vest because shop-bought just doesn't fit my curves! I'd love to be involved with the pattern testing - if you're looking for volunteers when the time comes I volunteer as tribute 😁

[@PatternScout]

Thanks! I usually put out a call for testers to my email list, so be sure to sign up there to be notified when I start pattern testing. Previous testers usually get priority and then I fill any gaps with new folks when I can. :) patternscoutstudio.com/pages/sign-up

[@alannarhodes55]

I really like your ideas, I have been searching for a button front skirt pattern just like your inspiration pictures to go with some floral crinkle rayon fabric I found and love so I will be excited to see what you come up with for that! I would also love to see your video on tote bags! I have been wanting to make a tote for my family's beach stuff for a couple of summers and your tutorials are always so easy to follow! 💙

[@PatternScout]

Ok yay! Thanks for watching and letting me know! I will definitely share how I make the skirt and the tote. The skirt would be SO good in a floral rayon, love that idea!

[@alannarhodes55]

@@PatternScout ok great! Also I was looking at the keds you mentioned recently but like you said, most of the reviews complained about them rubbing the back of their heel so I went with the keds ace leather instead and they have a very similar look but they are very comfortable and don't rub at all!

[@PatternScout]

@@alannarhodes55 that is good to know! I love the look but can't wear them for long walks! I will check out the Ace!

[@daniellefike]

I love this video! It's inspiring me to actually try and plan what I'm making for spring/summer instead of winging it like I usually do, haha. I think my most-worn garment that I made last year is a Byrdie button up in a Kaufman light wash 6.5 oz denim. It's perfect! I've worn it so much layered and alone, it's soft and wearing in so nicely. I've also had vests on the brain this week, I keep seeing them on insta over a billowy dress and it looks so cute. Also, a tote video would be great! I got a nice zippered one from work that I keep using and I've been thinking about making one for myself in a pretty fabric.

[@PatternScout]

Thanks, Danielle! I usually wing it, too (I mean, I am on Pinterest way more than I probably need to be, but this year I finally decided to get a little organized about it haha). Ah that makes me so happy that you are wearing and loving the Byrdie! And big YES to a vest layered over dresses!! Love that. I have so many styling ideas for that one. And good to know about the tote--I will do a video on that for sure. I got rid of so many tote samples that I made when I had my other business and I think I need new totes!

[@wendythomson8382]

Loved this video Casey. I’ve just made your Cozi jacket in a black suede scuba and really love this pattern. I’ve bought the add on too, so my next project is a black/white windowpane shacket for our autumn. Can’t wait for your peasant blouse pattern too!

[@PatternScout]

Thank you so much! Glad you are enjoying the Cozi pattern! A windowpane shacket sounds amazing!

[@tracie6837]

Thank you for sharing your ideas! I would love love love to see videos from you on making bags/totes!! I have such a hard time finding totes that meet my needs. I personally like totes that zip closed and have dedicated pockets/compartments in them for things like keys, phone, glasses, tablet, wallet …etc. Also, I was wondering if you could talk about where you source your linen from and the different weights used for bottoms vs tops. I live in a rural area and buy most of my fabric online and could use some guidance on buying linen.

[@PatternScout]

Thank you so much for watching and for the content ideas! I hope to have the tote video out this spring or summer and I also would like to do a "fabric overview" video so the linen guidance would be great to add to that!

[@DaiseyB59]

Thanks for this video, it really helped me a lot. I would love to see your TOTE video.

[@PatternScout]

So glad you enjoyed it, thanks for watching (and letting me know about the tote)!

[@DD-hf7vh]

Hi Thank you some great patterns that I will definitely sew. I can not however download the wrap dress ...even searched on their site under free patterns and noop...can not yet ot or download it ....just to make you aware....

[@debrawilliams6949]

I would love to see a video on how you make the totes

[@debrawilliams6949]

I love the videos. You give excellent informations.

[@PatternScout]

Thank you so much, Debra!

[@mscurlypixie1]

I would love to see the tote videos you mentioned. Actually I watch every video you produce.😊

[@PatternScout]

Good to know, thanks so much Karina! I appreciate that!

[@katiecoleman9847]

Would love to see your tote bag idea's!

[@PatternScout]

Ok yay! Thanks for letting me know!

[@irener8661]

I love the air force 1s they look so clean but they do rub my heels too, just a heads up

[@PatternScout]

Oh good to know! I actually bought some adidas sneakers this weekend, so hoping those will do the trick!

[@kathygann7632]

Portland Leather make amazing quality leather items such as round crossbodies, and totes, and they are very wallet friendly prices.

[@PatternScout]

Oooh, thanks for the recommendation--I'll check them out!

[@abe5849]

I’m excited to see what you make! I’m interested in making a vest and just watched Kate from the Foldline review the Merchant and Mills Miller Waistcoat.

[@PatternScout]

Thanks! Yes! I just watched that video too and got so excited! haha Bring on the vests!

[@casageorgia]

I’m excited! I just found your channel and am interested in learning how to sew my own clothes. I found the McCalls shorts pattern that you recommended on Ebay and can’t wait to make that my first project using linen (my favorite fabric!).

[@PatternScout]

Oh I'm so glad! That pattern is such a good one! Thanks for watching!

[@carolhughes312]

This was really interesting. What colour scheme are you thinking?

[@PatternScout]

I lean toward neutrals lately with some blues, greens, and warm muted red tones thrown in :) thanks for watching!

[@helenharris1918]

Hello my friend, how are things going, fine I hope? You are a great sewer and I am trying to sew some of the things you have shown me. I know you can make anything. I haven't gotten my blouse done yet but I am working on it. Have a good one!! Helen!

[@PatternScout]

Hello Helen! Thanks for watching and for the kind words 🙏 best of luck on the blouse progress, hope you have a great week! :)

[@mandydebaugh1170]

Hi there I am a beginner and would love to make the top you are wearing in this video, could you link me the pattern, please. I also have a couple of tops I would love to recreate in different materials. Should i post pictures to you of them and see if you can identify a suitable pattern. I have made a top from an old one but made a few mistakes, as beginners do! Great to see you, you're an inspiration already!!

[@PatternScout]

The top I'm wearing is the McCall's 7969, it's a good one! www.google.com/search?q=mccalls+7969&oq=mccalls+79&aqs=chrome.1.69i57j0i512l6j69i60.4531j1j7&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8 Thanks for watching! :)

[@kathygann7632]

Would it be possible to draft a button front longish skits that can be moved up to wear as a strapless dress? Maybe elastic waist???

[@nuriaastals6115]

Hi! I love the blouse you are wearing in this video. Could you please tell me what pattern you used to see it?

[@PatternScout]

Thank you!! It is the McCalls 7969, such a great pattern and I wear it a lot! Need to make more!

[@nuriaastals6115]

@@PatternScout Thanks for the answer. It looks great on you.

[@sheteepea]

I love your plans! I typically plan my sewing projects as well, but often have trouble with the follow through. 😂. Too many new patterns to distract me!

[@PatternScout]

Oh that definitely happens to me too! haha. Thanks for watching! :)

[@pattibealer]

New here, and I look forward to learning from you and sewing more. I have to make a comment about shoes. If you want shoes that are so comfortable you can wear them all day and be very comfortable, check out Ecco brand. They are a bit pricey, but so worth it. If you purchase less expensive shoes, they don't usually fit as well. Good luck.

[@PatternScout]

Thanks so much, Patti! I will definitely check out those shoes!

[@lat64eece]

Thanks for your video, you gave me some ideas for my spring wardrobe. Can you please share where you get your fabric from? Any shops there in Lansing or do you have any online favorites?

[@PatternScout]

Thanks for watching! I end up shopping at JoAnn quite a lot, but there is also a really great locally owned fabric shop called Seams in East Lansing that has a fab selection and reasonable prices. Occasionally I get over to Grand Rapids to shop at Fields Fabrics. For online, I really like Measure Fabrics and Blackbird Fabrics--I've probably purchased from those two the most. And Fabric.com and Moodfabrics.com as well, but I have to know what I'm looking for and really dig on those sites!

[@lat64eece]

@@PatternScout Much appreciated!

[@lat64eece]

@@PatternScout Haberman’s and Discount Fabric Outlet are in Clawson, Michigan if you want to do a field trip on the east side of the state.

[@PatternScout]

@@lat64eece Oh I may need to check those out! Thanks so much for the rec! :)

[@theresasmith1000]

Love your style! Yes to the tote info!!! Super inspo!!! New Subbie here!!

[@PatternScout]

Yay! Thanks so much!

[@kathygann7632]

Love your style, and would like to be considered to be a tester. I’m 72 and have been sewing since I was 12.

[@PatternScout]

Thank you! When I need testers, I will send out a call and a link to the application to my email list, so be sure to sign up here: patternscoutstudio.com/pages/sign-up .

[@neon.neutral]

Sounds great! I'd like to make a few garments for fun. Maybe some simple linen pieces. Love the idea of the two piece sets. Also, I'm with you re: 90s. Love all the button front dresses and skirts :) how do you decide which colors you want for your wardrobe?

[@PatternScout]

Glad I am not alone with the 90s fashion nostalgia! :) I usually go with my instinct on choosing colors, but I do find that I am drawn to earth tones and jewel tones the most! I think this summer I'm going to try to keep everything cohesive so I can mix and match pieces.

[@carolyndefoe38]

Thank you for sharing your enthusiam for sewing your own clothes ~ it keeps me inspired. I'm new to your channel and website..but I like your pattern styles and am considering ordering one to try. However, I have a question...You mentioned you were tall...me too...5'8 with a back waist length of almost 18 inches. I"m a pretty consistent medium...12-14 in ready wear which makes so many styles just TOO short waisted to look good...which is why I love sewing my own clothes! However, I still have to lengthen pretty much every fitted to semi-fitted bodice pattern pieces. So my big question is??? Do you design your patterns for longer waisted women? or do you use the standard pattern measurements in the industry? I'm intrigued by how many garments you create by tweaking certain classic patterns. I've honestly never tried that but it would be super convenient if I could have an awesome fitted bodice pattern and just keep restyling it. Thanks again..

[@PatternScout]

Yes, my patterns are designed to suit a slightly taller frame (I am 5'9") but I always recommend sewing up a muslin first and then lengthening if needed. I always have a hard time finding RTW styles that are long enough, too! Hope that helps! Thanks so much for watching! :)

[@carolyndefoe38]

@@PatternScout Thank you for the reply..I'll be ordering a couple patterns this weekend. I shared your channel & pattern site with my 5'10 daughter who sews ...she loves it. We miss living close to eachother because we always helped pattern fit & pin each others projects since she was 10 years old learning to sew ..so the muslin idea is brilliant! We already decided that it would be fun to FaceTime and watch your channel episodes together...coast to coast. Thanks again!

[@PatternScout]

@@carolyndefoe38 ​ Aw I love that so much! Thank you!!

[@soledadkonapelsky4840]

Hi, I just found you. Great videos. Can you do a pair of pants with elastic waist band?

[@PatternScout]

Thanks! I have done a couple of videos on that, here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/h4isYpyGaKmErac And here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jWLIaXqIjblmf8U Hope that helps! :)

[@edmoore7945]

I’m hoping I get to see your dress for the wedding! I will not be there to see it all. ❤️

[@PatternScout]

I will definitely share it here so you can see it ❤. I'm also hoping to get some video from our trip, too!

[@rosac8168]

My lord , I feel like I’m listening to my twin 20 years your senior sad thing is I still like these styles I guess I’m in denial lol I don’t look nor act my age but I do dress in classics

[@PatternScout]

I like classics too! :)

[@Shawnieb]

Hi! I found your videos in KZbin today and I love your content! Can’t wait to hit your shop and pick up a couple of your patterns. Fun part is that we are basically neighbors! I live just south of you. I was curious, given the lack of fabric variety in Michigan, where do you get your fabrics? I used to go to NYC and even a few fun spots overseas, but that came to a screeching halt (ok, maybe I was the one screeching, cuz I hate to be “grounded”). Can’t wait to watch more of your videos. Oh, and as a complete oddity….. do you like to fly? Michigan is spectacular from the air! Have a great week! Shawnie

[@PatternScout]

Thank you so much! Hi neighbor! :) I usually end up at JoAnn for last minute shopping, but I also really like a little local fabric shop called Seams in East Lansing--great selection of thoughtfully sourced fabrics. Sometimes I'll pop over to Grand Rapids to go to Fields Fabrics (but I'm not always thrilled with their selection--mostly synthetics in their apparel fabrics). Another viewer also mentioned Haberman’s and Discount Fabric Outlet in Clawson, Michigan, so I may have to make a field trip one day! I also do a fair amount of fabric shopping online, especially if I have something specific in mind--Measure Fabric, Blackbird Fabrics, Fabric.com, and Moodfabrics.com are usually my go-tos.

[@Shawnieb]

@@PatternScout do you like to fly? Would love to have an excuse to go see some sights-

[@Shawnieb]

@@PatternScout I should probably explain a bit further. I am not a nutter, but I am a pilot and we own a plane. I love to fly, but there are only so many places to fly to lunch. Plus, with the lovely weather the last few months, I have not gotten to go many places. I have started flying for an animal rescue, which has been a blast! Anyway, I am always on the lookout for folks who might like to go on an adventure and see Michigan from the air. The lakeshore is in my opinion one of the prettiest spots on earth! No charge and photos are free! Its just fun to fly with someone to chat with and show off the scenery. Let me know & have a wonderful day!

[@thegirlwithdustonherface]

I really think your capsule is on point and sounds chic and casual! *I’m on the search for a tried and true woven t shirt pattern. Not too loose, not too fitted with a couple sleeve variations! Any ideas for that? Perhaps the Fern? You think a breast pocket would look good?

[@PatternScout]

Thank you!! Yes, I think the Fern could work great (I have gotten a lot of use out of my Ferns in the summer, love them), or even the 100 Acts of Sewing woven tee (which I think would look great with a breast pocket)!

[@thegirlwithdustonherface]

@@PatternScout thank you for replying! I’m gonna download the Fern and give her a go! I will also check out the other pattern!!

[@PatternScout]

@@thegirlwithdustonherface Thank you! :)

[@hiromicarey7170]

my problem is finding and choosing the right fabrics for the patters and myself. Many times I fell in love with the fabric patterns or color and sew a dress or something and it doesn't look good on me... How do you choose the right fabrics and where do you find them?

[@PatternScout]

I have gotten better with this very thing over time. I used to feel the same about a lot of my projects because pretty fabrics seduced me! :) Now, I try to build on pieces I already have that I like so my wardrobe feels more cohesive. I've also realized that I'm usually happier when I keep things simple (colors/patterns) and stick to mostly natural fibers. I shop a lot at my local JoAnn for the basics (linen, cotton, knits in mostly solid colors) and will shop online for the more special fabrics in specific colorways and patterns that I can't find locally. Hope that helps! Thanks so much for watching!

[@hiromicarey7170]

@@PatternScout I'm happy that you mentioned JoAnn. I'm too scared to buy any fabrics online and JoAnn is the place I go. Thank you for replying to my question 😃

[@marie-joslandry8738]

Hello kassy silly question for you, what does it mean hindi business ect? Sorry my English isnt that good....

[@PatternScout]

Oh, sorry! "Indie" business is short for independent. So when I say indie pattern company, I'm just referring to small independent pattern businesses. :)

[@marie-joslandry8738]

@@PatternScout awww thank you kindly! I'll go to bed a little smarter ;)

[@jennifercarr7351]

I wonder if you couldn't help with how to recreate favorite items bought in the store. I really like your videos and trust your information

[@PatternScout]

That's something I definitely want to share more in future videos! Thanks for watching!

[@chewsalot799]

Thanks for all the great ideas for wardrobe planning, I needed that. I already have a few Pattern Scout patterns, especially love the Jogger, turned out great! I would love it if you would consider a pair of casual cute cargo pants for women, in my search I haven't seen too many patterns for women that are actually flattering. Also been looking for cropped swing jacket pattern for ages. No pressure, just some thoughts😉

[@PatternScout]

Thanks so much for watching and trying the patterns! ❤ I love your suggestions! A while back someone added cargo pockets to the Nellie joggers and they looked awesome!!

[@fezzehbabaki1054]

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