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You are here: Home / Curvy Style & Inspiration / Curvy Sewn: Your Creations for January

Curvy Sewn: Your Creations for January

January 31, 2015 by Tanya

Hello and welcome to the January Flickr parade!

January sure looks like it was a busy sewing month for many of our Flickr members!  It was quite slow for myself, so it’s inspirational to see what the gorgeous ladies in our community are making.

A few of our ladies were busy making coats!

coats

[Left to right: Simplicity 1759 by Cashmerette; Simplicity 1254 by Happily Caffeinated; Vogue 8346 by Sew Pretty in Pink]

And look at all of these great cardigans and jackets!

cardis and jackets

[Clockwise from left: Muse Jenna cardi by Sew Pretty in Pink; Knipmode jacket by Foxgloves and Thimbles; Muse Jenna cardi by Mrs. Hughes; By Hand London Victoria Blazer by Duckndam; Colette Seamwork Oslo cardigan by The Inspired Wren; Muse Jenna Cardi by Sew Pretty in Pink]

And who doesn’t need a warm and comfy hoodie or a zip front jacket?

sportswear

[zip jacket by Mon; McCall’s 6614 by Sew Pretty in Pink]

These blouses are just beautiful, aren’t they?

blouses

[Clockwise from left: Gertie’s keyhole blouse by Sharon; New Look 6107 by Cookin’ and Craftin‘; Deer and Doe Bruyere by Shanon; Thread Theory Camas by Deadlycraft; Grainline Archer by Deadlycraft]

As are these knockout knit tops!

knit tops

[Clockwise from left: BlueGingerDoll Bonnie by Cookin’ and Craftin; Muse Gillian wrap top by Sandra; Deer and Doe Plantain by Foxgloves and Thimbles; Muse Gillian wrap top by Cookin’ and Craftin’]

And it sure looks like Morven has found her TNT sweater pattern!

sweaters

[Jennifer Lauren Enid sweaters by Morven’s Handmades]

Keeping up with the separates theme, look at these unique skirts!

skirts2

[Clockwise from left: Jennifer Lauren Bronte top and Jennifer Lauren Cressida skirt by Sew Pretty in Pink; BlueGingerDoll Betsy skirt by Deadlycraft; Hot Patterns Metropolitan skirt by Cashmerette; Jennifer Lauren Bronte top and Tenterhook Snapdragon skirt by Sew Pretty in Pink]

And how about Jenny’s super fabulous Ginger jeans!  I can’t wait to see all of the trousers that we’re going to be making next month for the Season of Separates Trouser challenge!

jenny ginger jeans

[Closet Case Files Ginger Jeans by Cashmerette]

Andie has been busy sewing up some comfy sleepwear!

sleepwear

[Simplicity easy PJ pants by Sew Pretty in Pink]

I’m always amazed by Suezyque’s bra making skills!

suezeyquie marlborough bra panties

[Orange Lingerie Marlborough bra and Burda cheeky panties by It’s Sew Suezyque]

As always we have an array of dresses from knits….

knit dress blk greys

[Top row from left: Greenstyle Lauren by Pandora Sews; BlueGingerDoll Violet by Sew Pretty in Pink; BlueGingerDoll Violet by Sparkleneedles; McCall’s 6886 by Angie. Bottom row from left: Colette Moneta by Jennifer; Tillie and the Buttons Coco by The Enchanted Lilypad; Pattern Review Winter Street Dress by Cashmerette]

knit dresses colors

[Top row:  McCall’s 5890 by On the Road to Sew Wear; Pauline Alice Eliana by Busy Lizzie; Colette Myrtle by Sharon ; Muse Gillian by Mrs. Hughes.  Bottom row:  Paprika Jasmine by Ronda; Vogue 8787 and Vogue 8667 by Morven’s Handmades; Vogue 8787 and Vogue 8667 by Morven’s Handmades; Lady skater by Jennifer]

… to wovens!

woven dresses

[Top row:  Vogue 8667/Simplicity 1606 mashup by Two Random Words; April Rhodes Staple Dress by Sparkleneedles; self drafted dress by Gabrielle; Tessuti Pia by Busy Lizzie; Butterick 5298 by Mrs. Hughes. Bottom row:  New Look 6282 by Busy Lizzie; Colette Hazel by Stitchy Squirrel ; self drafted dress by Make It Nifty; April Rhodes Staple Dress by Sparkleneedles; Vogue 8766/McCall’s 6503 mashup by Busy Lizzie]

As well as some amazing shirt dresses!

shirt dresses

[Clockwise from left: Simplicity 1459/McCalls 6696 mashup by Two Random Words; McCalls 6696/Burda shirtdress mashup by Foxgloves and Thimbles; McCalls 6696 by cfa13; McCall’s 6696 by Sew Pretty in Pink]

Mimi is always sew inspiring with her creations.  She’s working on a Victorian ensemble right now.

historical

[Truly Victorian 163 bustle and Truly Victorian 367 1887 Cascade Overskirt]

It’s so wonderful to see what the ladies in our community create every month!

Do you want to be a part of the fun?  Join our Flickr group!

Note:  I can include names of patterns if the Flickr user adds them to their photo’s description.

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About Tanya

Tanya is a Northern California ranch girl in love with retro prints and vintage patterns with a bit of modern flair. When not battling with her cat over her sewing table, she likes to repurpose junk, throw frisbees for her dogs, immerse herself in history books and geek out over sci-fi and fantasy. You can find her at her other home on the web: Mrs. Hughes

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Comments

  1. Poppy Black says

    February 9, 2015 at 2:16 am

    What fantastic creations everyone! I love to see patterns made up on all shapes and sizes.

  2. Sophie-Lee @ Two Random Words says

    February 2, 2015 at 3:50 pm

    So many amazing garments! I love these posts, thanks to everyone for submitting your photos 😀

  3. Meg McCarthy says

    February 2, 2015 at 6:57 am

    Talented and beautiful as usual, ladies!

  4. beajay says

    January 31, 2015 at 7:24 pm

    Another wonderful array of inspiration. I have added a few patterns to my list.

  5. Laura Poehlman says

    January 31, 2015 at 8:24 am

    Ronda’s purple sweatshirty dress totally wins the month for me! In a month of gorgeous makes too!

    • Ronda Bowen says

      February 2, 2015 at 4:00 pm

      Thanks, Laura! I LOVE it. I wear it so often.

      • Laura Poehlman says

        February 2, 2015 at 5:47 pm

        I had to comment on flickr and here to make sure you knew since there was no blog post to compliment you at!

        • Ronda Bowen says

          February 2, 2015 at 5:54 pm

          Ah! I have my post up now (as of today) http://www.winingwife.com/2015/02/02/paprika-patterns-jasper-sweater-test-review/ and thank you again!

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