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Front Pleats of Capital Hill Dress

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kimberly.a.payne

Kimberly Payne
Sewist | Pattern Designer | Teacher
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Living in the country on Vancouver Island
Three hacks for the price of one! This black Quali Three hacks for the price of one! This black Qualicum Jumpsuit features a front zipper, a collar and stand, and a cinched waistline. It almost looks like a totally different pattern!⁣ ⁣ All the details you need for these changes are on the blog, complete with illustrations AND a collar/stand pattern piece. Combine these changes with the separates hack and the Qualicum might be the most versatile pattern in the Straight Stitch library. Tap save so you can come back to this later!⁣ ⁣ #sewing #makeallthethings #sewsewsew #sewistsofinstagram #sewcialists #ssd #straightstitchdesigns #straightstitchdesignspatterns #ssdqualicum #patternhacking
The Qualicum Jumpsuit works not only as a one-piec The Qualicum Jumpsuit works not only as a one-piece outfit, but you can even hack it into two! Pair the pieces together, or mix and match them with other items in your wardrobe. ⁣ ⁣ I have a fully illustrated tutorial on the blog for this cute set! Bookmark this gem for future you 💎⁣ ⁣ #sewing #makeallthethings #sewsewsew #sewistsofinstagram #sewcialists #ssd #straightstitchdesigns #straightstitchdesignspatterns #ssdqualicum #patternhacking
One of my favorite patterns is the Qualicum Jumpsu One of my favorite patterns is the Qualicum Jumpsuit! It's so nice for hanging out at home, or I can put on some cute shoes and head out as well. ⁣ ⁣ Qualicum is relaxed fit woven jumpsuit available in 3 different views. The pattern features a front button placket, two oversized pockets, and beautiful inside finishes.⁣⁣ ⁣ I have a couple hacks for sewing the Qualicum (helloooo zip front!) on the blog that I will be highlighting later this week!⁣ ⁣ #sewing #makeallthethings #sewsewsew #sewistsofinstagram #sewcialists #ssd #straightstitchdesigns #straightstitchdesignspatterns #ssdqualicum
Straight Stitch Designs isn't the only place to ge Straight Stitch Designs isn't the only place to get my patterns! You can find many of my designs through magazines such as We Like Sewing. Check out my Aspen V-Neck Sweater pattern, available in the January issue of WLS. Hit ❤ if you wish you were in a comfy me-made top like this one.⁣ ⁣ Fabric for this top from Discovery Fabrics!⁣ ⁣ @welikesewing @discoveryfabrics #sewing #makeallthethings #sewsewsew #sewistsofinstagram #sewcialists #sewingpatterns #sewingmagazines #comfysewing #discoveryfabrics
The best laid plans…I was all set to make a cute The best laid plans…I was all set to make a cute Carkeek Dress with a lace shoulder detail, when covid hit me. Boo! But thanks to technology, I can see what that dress will look like…whenever it gets done 😆⁣ ⁣ Anyone else make a last minute holiday outfit? Maybe for New Year's?⁣ ⁣ ~Beth⁣ #sewing #makeallthethings #sewsewsew #sewistsofinstagram #sewcialists #ssd #straightstitchdesigns #straightstitchdesignspatterns #ssdcarkeek #freesewingpatterns
The free Magnolia Dress pattern is sleeveless, but The free Magnolia Dress pattern is sleeveless, but don't let that stop you from styling it for the colder months! Pair it with your favorite tights and a SSD Phinney Ridge cardigan and you'll be in #secretpajamas for the day.⁣ ⁣ Get the Magnolia, and our other freebies, when you sign up for emails.⁣ ⁣ #sewing #makeallthethings #sewsewsew #sewistsofinstagram #sewcialists #ssd #straightstitchdesigns #straightstitchdesignspatterns #ssdmagnolia #freepattern #freesewingpattern #pdfpatterns
This week we're taking a look at another free patt This week we're taking a look at another free pattern, the Magnolia Dress! The Magnolia is a knit swing dress with a hi-low hem and a gathered back detail. The gathering gives the extra swish to the dress without making the front too poofy. Pair with tights and a cardi and you're cozy for winter!⁣ ⁣ Magnolia is available in sizes 0-24 and is free to newsletter subscribers!⁣ ⁣ #sewing #makeallthethings #sewsewsew #sewistsofinstagram #sewcialists #ssd #straightstitchdesigns #straightstitchdesignspatterns #ssdmagnolia #freepattern #freesewingpattern #pdfpatterns
Sew a Bell Town Vest with me!⁣ ⁣ As soon as I Sew a Bell Town Vest with me!⁣ ⁣ As soon as I saw this faux fur/sherpa from Lyrical Fabrics, I wanted it to be a vest. I used the Bell Town (a free pattern!) and made this one in an afternoon. Seriously, even with serging all the edges it went that fast!⁣ ⁣ You can have your own quick win with this pattern. Grab it today and start sewing!⁣ ⁣ ~Beth⁣ ⁣ @lyricalfabrics #sewing #makeallthethings #sewsewsew #sewistsofinstagram #sewcialists #ssd #straightstitchdesigns #straightstitchdesignspatterns #ssdbelltownvest #freesewingpatterns
Whoops…let’s try that again with both photos 😜 The FREE Bell Town Vest pattern can be dressed up or down, which look is your favorite?⁣ ⁣ Throw it over a long sleeved tee and jeans and head to the apple orchard. ⁣ ⁣ Grab your favorite Little Black Dress and booties and rock date night.⁣ ⁣ Straight Stitch Designs email subscribers get exclusive access to free patterns, so make sure you sign up! ⁣ ⁣ Sherpa fabric for vest from @lyricalfabrics⁣ Lining from @lafinchfabrics_new⁣ ⁣ #sewing #makeallthethings #sewsewsew #sewistsofinstagram #sewcialists #ssd #straightstitchdesigns #straightstitchdesignspatterns #ssdbelltownvest #freesewingpatterns

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