Category Archives: Garment Sewing

Flowers, flowers

April 24, 2019

Beautiful floral fabrics are the perfect way to pay tribute to the beauty of spring, and that’s just what I did with this Easter dress.

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When opportunity knocks

April 23, 2019

When holidays roll around, its the perfect opportunity to make a new dress! Here’s one unlike any I’ve ever made!

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A garment transformation + new, exclusive Liberty

March 7, 2019

I transformed a dated silhouette into a new look that I love with some brand new, exclusive METALLIC Liberty.

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Embroidered Bohemian Dress

February 14, 2019

Check out my very first project on the Janome Skyline S9 embroidery machine!

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You can so make a shirt: pattern roundup

February 8, 2019

Trying something new can make us feel fearful or hesitant, but sewing your own shirt is actually quite straightforward. I’ve rounded up some great patterns to try, and I’m showing you my latest shirt. Check it out!

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Dawnya MohsFebruary 10, 2019 - 1:43 am
Hi! I literally just finished my first button up shirt today, the McCalls 7575. I love the options you just posted, esp the recital shirt!! Wow! You mentioned getting your printing done at Office Depot. Are they able to handle all sizes? Like what would go to a plotter? Is the cost difference there compared to a pattern plotter printer?ReplyCancel
- MeredithFebruary 12, 2019 - 2:31 pm
  Hi there, Dawnya! I always get my large printing done there. Most patterns are 36″ wide by whatever length. Generally the cost is between $8-10 for a pattern sheet, which I think is totally worth the time it saves me from tracing or taping. I wrote a big, long post about why I have converted to PDF’s, and while I found it to be hot button topic, for me, its a great option. :) You can read that post along with some other info about PDFs HEREReplyCancel
BarbFebruary 11, 2019 - 9:39 am
I second the vote for the Leisl classic shirt. I have made about 5 of them and it is a great pattern. A couple of the ones I made were sleeveless. The men’s Everyday Shirt is also a winner. I’ve made two of these for my husband and he LOVES them.ReplyCancel
- MeredithFebruary 12, 2019 - 2:33 pm
  Aren’t her patterns fantastic? That’s how I’ve learned pretty much everything I know about sewing clothes! She is so thorough, and doesn’t leave out any details. I have the men’s shirt and I wanted to make it about two years ago, and yet it sits in my room. I should get on that! Thank you for the reminder. :)ReplyCancel
EmilyFebruary 12, 2019 - 5:47 pm
I’ve tried all four patterns, and they’re all good. The one I’ve made most is the Archer – although I make it a few sizes smaller since it’s such a generous fit. My favorite is the Granville, though. I like that it is fitted, with the three separate pieces for the back panel. I do have to modify it, though, as I’m not that curvy – I add to the waist and bring the hips in, and then the fit is perfect! And I had no difficulty with the pdf, I wonder if they fixed the problem you ran into??
Another good one is the Cheyenne from Hey June – lots of options and great instructions. ReplyCancel

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Welcome to Olivia Jane Handcrafted! I'm Meredith and this is my creative journal. Here you'll find loads of inspiration for a handmade wardrobe, home decor, bags, and quilts. I even have plenty of projects and tutorials to get you started or help you along the way.