tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31156055679209981252024-02-19T07:45:58.678-07:00Crafty Woman CreationsAll varieties of crafty goodness!Brittanyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12111342053781707895noreply@blogger.comBlogger138125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3115605567920998125.post-24268740158233237412015-01-02T05:25:00.001-07:002015-01-02T05:26:37.635-07:00Child Size Bumpy Bobble BeanieI have had some more requests for different sizes. I haven't had time to test this yet so please email with any problems.<br />
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Materials</h4>
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1 Skein Size 4 aran weight yarn (I used I Love This Yarn from Hobby lobby)<br />
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Size J (6.00 mm) crochet hook or hook needed to get correct gauge<br />
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Size K (6.50 mm) crochet hook or one hook size up from your smaller hook<br />
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Gauge</h4>
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3 st = 1” in pattern stitch with smaller hook<br />
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pattern st is (sc in one st, mb in next st.)<br />
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Approximate Finished Dimensions</h3>
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18” x 7.5” <br />
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Abbreviations</h4>
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ch - chain<br />
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sc - single crochet<br />
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st(s) - stitch(es)<br />
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sl st - slip stitch<br />
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mb - make bobble<br />
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rem - remaining<br />
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Notes</h4>
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<li>This pattern in written in American English terminology.</li>
<li>Rounds are joined with a slip stitch. Do not turn.</li>
<li>Instructions in *stars* are repeated the number of times indicated after the second *.</li>
<li>If you are not familiar with the magic loop, here is a good tutorial to learn the technique<a href="http://www.crochetme.com/forums/t/28917.aspx"> http://www.crochetme.com/forums/t/28917.aspx</a> If you are still not comfortable with the technique you can chain 2 and 6 sc in second ch from hook instead.</li>
<li>Start the pattern using your smaller hook and then you will switch to the larger hook for the last few rounds as indicated in each individual set of instructions.</li>
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Special Stitches</h4>
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mb - make bobble - Yarn over and insert hook into designated stitch. Yarn over and draw a loop through the stitch. Yarn over and draw through 2 loops on the hook. You will now have 2 loops still on your hook. *Yarn over and insert hook into same stitch. Yarn over and draw a loop through the stitch. Yarn over and draw through 2 loops on the hook* 2 times. You will now have a total of four loops on the hook. Yarn over and draw through all 4 loops. Bobble complete!<br />
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Pattern:</h2>
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Foundation Row: With smaller hook. Form a magic loop. 6 sc in loop. Pull tight. Join with sl st to first sc. (6 sts)<br />
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Row 1: Ch 1. Sc in same st, mb in same stitch. *Sc in next st, mb in same stitch* 5 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (12 sts = 6 bobbles and 6 sc)<br />
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Row 2: Ch 1. 2 sc in same st. 2 sc in each rem st around. Join with sl st to first sc. (24 sts)<br />
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Row 3: Ch 1. Sc in same st, mb in next stitch. *Sc in next st, mb in next st* 11 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (24 sts = 12 bobbles and 12 sc)<br />
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Row 4: Ch 1. Sc in same st. 2 sc in next st. *Sc in next st. 2 sc in next st* 11 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (36 sts)<br />
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Row 5: Ch 1. Sc in same st, mb in next stitch. *Sc in next st, mb in next st* 17 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (36 sts = 18 bobbles and 18 sc)<br />
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Row 6: Ch 1. Sc in same st. Sc in next st. 2 sc in next st. *Sc in next 2 st. 2 sc in next st* 11 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (48 sts)<br />
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Row 7: Ch 1. Sc in same st, mb in next stitch. *Sc in next st, mb in next st* 23 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (48 sts = 24 bobbles and 24 sc)<br />
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Row 8: Ch 1. Sc in same st. Sc in next 6 st. 2 sc in next st. *Sc in next 7 st. 2 sc in next st* 5 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (54 sts)<br />
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Row 9: Ch 1. Sc in same st, mb in next stitch. *Sc in next st, mb in next st* 26 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (54 sts = 27 bobbles and 27 sc)<br />
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Row 10: Ch 1. Sc in same st and each rem st around. Join with sl st to first sc. (54 sts)<br />
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Row 11 - 18: Repeat rows 9 and 10.<br />
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Row 19 - 20: Switch to larger hook. Ch 1. Sc in same st and each rem st around. Join with sl st to first sc. (54 sts) Fasten off and weave in ends.Brittanyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12111342053781707895noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3115605567920998125.post-43616635222344370822014-10-16T08:05:00.000-06:002015-01-02T05:26:50.428-07:00Toddler Bumpy Bobble Beany<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Tons of requests for this one. I don't have a computer anymore so it is hard to post. Sorry about that.<br />
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This hasn't been tested. If you find a problem, please email me and I will try to get back to you.<br />
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: blue; font-family: Corsiva; font-size: 24px; font-weight: bold; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Materials</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">1 Skein Size 4 aran weight yarn (I used I Love This Yarn from Hobby lobby)</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Size J (6.00 mm) crochet hook or hook needed to get correct gauge</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Size K (6.50 mm) crochet hook or one hook size up from your smaller hook</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: blue; font-family: Corsiva; font-size: 24px; font-weight: bold; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Gauge</span><span style="background-color: blue; color: #38761d; font-family: Corsiva; font-size: 24px; font-weight: bold; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">3 st = 1” in pattern stitch with smaller hook</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">pattern st is (sc in one st, mb in next st.)</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: blue; font-family: Corsiva; font-size: 24px; font-weight: bold; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Approximate Finished Dimensions</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">1 - 3 years - 17” x 7” </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: blue; font-family: Corsiva; font-size: 24px; font-weight: bold; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Abbreviations</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">ch - chain</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">sc - single crochet</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">st(s) - stitch(es)</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">sl st - slip stitch</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">mb - make <span class="il" style="background-color: #ffffcc;">bobble</span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">rem - remaining</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: blue; font-family: Corsiva; font-size: 24px; font-weight: bold; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Notes</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; font-size: 13px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">This pattern in written in American English terminology.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; font-size: 13px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Rounds are joined with a slip stitch. Do not turn.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; font-size: 13px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Instructions in *stars* are repeated the number of times indicated after the second *.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; font-size: 13px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">If you are not familiar with the magic loop, here is a good tutorial to learn the technique</span><a href="http://www.crochetme.com/forums/t/28917.aspx" style="color: #1155cc; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank"><span style="background-color: transparent; font-size: 13px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #000099; font-size: 13px; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">http://www.crochetme.com/<wbr></wbr>forums/t/28917.aspx</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; font-size: 13px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> If you are still not comfortable with the technique you can chain 2 and 6 sc in second ch from hook instead.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; font-size: 13px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Start the pattern using your smaller hook and then you will switch to the larger hook for the last few rounds as indicated in each individual set of instructions.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: blue; font-family: Corsiva; font-size: 24px; font-weight: bold; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Special Stitches</span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: blue; font-family: Corsiva; font-size: 15px; font-weight: bold; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">mb - make <span class="il" style="background-color: #ffffcc;">bobble</span> - Yarn over and insert hook into designated stitch. Yarn over and draw a loop through the stitch. Yarn over and draw through 2 loops on the hook. You will now have 2 loops still on your hook. *Yarn over and insert hook into same stitch. Yarn over and draw a loop through the stitch. Yarn over and draw through 2 loops on the hook* 2 times. You will now have a total of four loops on the hook. Yarn over and draw through all 4 loops. <span class="il" style="background-color: #ffffcc;">Bobble</span> complete!</span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: blue; font-family: Corsiva; font-weight: bold; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: blue; font-family: Corsiva; font-size: 24px; font-weight: bold; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">1 - 3 years </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; font-size: 16px; font-style: italic; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Foundation Row:</span><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; font-size: 16px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; font-size: 16px; font-style: italic; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">With smaller hook. </span><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; font-size: 16px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Form a magic loop. 6 sc in loop. Pull tight. Join with sl st to first sc. (6 sts)</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; font-size: 16px; font-weight: bold; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Row 1: </span><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; font-size: 16px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Ch 1. Sc in same st, mb in same stitch. *Sc in next st, mb in same stitch* 5 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (12 sts = 6 <span class="il" style="background-color: #ffffcc;">bobbles</span> and 6 sc)</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; font-size: 16px; font-weight: bold; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Row 2: </span><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; font-size: 16px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Ch 1. 2 sc in same st. 2 sc in each rem st around. Join with sl st to first sc. (24 sts)</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; font-size: 16px; font-weight: bold; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Row 3: </span><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; font-size: 16px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Ch 1. Sc in same st, mb in next stitch. *Sc in next st, mb in next st* 11 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (24 sts = 12 <span class="il" style="background-color: #ffffcc;">bobbles</span> and 12 sc)</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; font-size: 16px; font-weight: bold; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Row 4: </span><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; font-size: 16px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Ch 1. Sc in same st. 2 sc in next st. *Sc in next st. 2 sc in next st* 11 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (36 sts)</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; font-size: 16px; font-weight: bold; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Row 5: </span><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; font-size: 16px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Ch 1. Sc in same st, mb in next stitch. *Sc in next st, mb in next st* 17 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (36 sts = 18 <span class="il" style="background-color: #ffffcc;">bobbles</span> and 18 sc)</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; font-size: 16px; font-weight: bold; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Row 6: </span><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; font-size: 16px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Ch 1. Sc in same st. Sc in next st. 2 sc in next st. *Sc in next 2 st. 2 sc in next st* 11 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (48 sts)</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; font-size: 16px; font-weight: bold; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Row 7:</span><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; font-size: 16px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> Ch 1. Sc in same st, mb in next stitch. *Sc in next st, mb in next st* 23 times. Join with sl st to first sc. (48 sts = 24 <span class="il" style="background-color: #ffffcc;">bobbles</span> and 24 sc)</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; font-size: 16px; font-weight: bold; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Row 8: </span><span style="background-color: transparent; font-family: Arial; font-size: 16px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Ch 1. Sc in same st. Sc in next 22 sts. 2 sts in next st. Sc in next 23 sts. 2 sc in next st. Join with sl st to first sc. (50 sts)</span></div>
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Brittanyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12111342053781707895noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3115605567920998125.post-29838798968936807382013-11-12T15:01:00.001-07:002013-11-12T15:01:34.671-07:00A few more Baby Bumpy Bobble Beanies!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
Here are some more hats you guys made using my free <a href="http://crafty-woman.blogspot.com/2011/04/free-bumpy-bobbles-beanie-crochet.html" target="_blank">baby bumpy bobble beanie pattern</a>!</div>
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Brittanyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12111342053781707895noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3115605567920998125.post-68902823819296756072013-10-14T10:09:00.001-06:002013-10-14T10:09:44.756-06:00Butterick 5466 Pencil Skirt<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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This skirt, <a href="http://butterick.mccall.com/b5466-products-10849.php?page_id=367" target="_blank">Butterick 5466</a> view D, is just fantastic and easy peasy to make. I chose it because I am tired of making skirts with darts in the front that end up with little bumps. My stomach is relatively flat so there is not really much for the fabric to curve around. I am really happy with the fit. It is probably the most well fitting garment that I have ever made. It is also incredibly comfortable. Not to mention it goes perfectly with my vintage 50's style. Win all around!<br />
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<b>Fabric</b>: Heavy weight 100% cotton home dec gingham fabric from my mother in law<br />
<b>Notions</b>: Zipper and thread from my stash<br />
<b>Pattern</b>: <a href="http://butterick.mccall.com/b5466-products-10849.php?page_id=367" target="_blank">Butterick 5466</a> from my stash. I made a straight size 12 and then just fitted the princess seams on the muslin.<br />
<b>Cost</b>: FREE!Brittanyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12111342053781707895noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3115605567920998125.post-43379488264105162892013-09-30T09:38:00.001-06:002013-09-30T09:39:28.764-06:00Fall for Cotton Final Project<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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After a but of fussing with <a href="http://sewing.patternreview.com/patterns/60727" target="_blank">Simplicity 1590</a>, it has been determined that this body does not do well with peplums. I switched over to <a href="http://www.simplicity.com/p-2579-misses-tops.aspx" target="_blank">New Look 6945</a>. It is not a vintage pattern, but I think it is generic enough that with the correct fabric it can look good in a wardrobe from any decade. Pants are vintage reprint <span style="background-color: white; color: #585858; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px;"> </span><a href="http://www.simplicity.com/p-1976-misses-plus-size-1940s-vintage-sportswear.aspx" style="background-color: white; color: #cc0000; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 15px; line-height: 20px; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">Simplicity 3688</a>.<br />
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I did an FBA, Moved the darts about 1" toward the middle, then changed them to princess seams, shortened the bodice by 3/4" and had to grade between different sizes to get it to fit properly. I also widened the back by 1".<br />
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Brittanyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12111342053781707895noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3115605567920998125.post-81421570345219294722013-09-22T00:00:00.000-06:002013-09-22T00:00:04.107-06:00Sunday Strategy 09/22/13<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<li>Continue working on Hetty for the <a href="http://untangling-knots.com/2013/08/26/new-pattern-and-a-kal-hetty/" target="_blank">Hetty Knit Along</a>.</li>
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Brittanyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12111342053781707895noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3115605567920998125.post-58197873509686715842013-09-17T00:00:00.000-06:002013-09-17T00:00:06.028-06:00Shorts For Rose<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
I made these for Rose last week. They are <a href="http://mccallpattern.mccall.com/m6403-products-14666.php?page_id=96" target="_blank">McCalls 6403</a>. I altered the pattern a lot to get them to fit properly and to get the style she wanted. I removed the pockets. Also, Rose 43" hips and a 28" waist. She is also tall so I had to lengthen the crotch depth 3 inches and lengthen the darts a bunch. Tall, curvy girls just aren't fair =)</div>
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<br />Brittanyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12111342053781707895noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3115605567920998125.post-23297679738824932242013-09-16T20:38:00.000-06:002013-09-28T07:57:46.345-06:00Sunday Strategy 9/15/13<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I am going to join the <a href="http://untangling-knots.com/2013/08/26/new-pattern-and-a-kal-hetty/" target="_blank">Hetty Knit Along</a> hosted over at Ravelry. It starts tomorrow and ends the end of October.</div>
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<br />Brittanyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12111342053781707895noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3115605567920998125.post-42521968979209205922013-09-09T17:41:00.001-06:002013-09-09T17:41:43.905-06:00Vintage Sweater ProgressSo far I have finished the body and sleeves of my 1960's cardigan. I still have to sew the pieces together, make the button bands and finish the collar.<div>
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<li>Finish knitting the sleeves for my <a href="http://crafty-woman.blogspot.com/2013/08/vintage-knitted-cardigan-in-works.html" target="_blank">sweater</a>.</li>
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<li style="border: none; margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Get an inspiration post finished for the <a href="http://bygumbygolly.com/2013/08/fall-for-cotton-kickoff-vintage-sewalong/" style="color: #cc0000; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">Fall for Cotton Sew Along</a>.</span></li>
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Brittanyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12111342053781707895noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3115605567920998125.post-90282854786588795522013-09-05T07:24:00.000-06:002013-09-06T06:37:29.791-06:00More Baby Bumpy Bobble Beanies for Charity<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
Here are some more hats that Ms. Betty has made for charity using my <a href="http://crafty-woman.blogspot.com/2011/04/free-bumpy-bobbles-beanie-crochet.html" target="_blank">Baby Bumpy Bobble Beanie</a> pattern!</div>
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I am in love with the wide leg 1940's swing style trousers. I will use <a href="http://www.simplicity.com/p-1976-misses-plus-size-1940s-vintage-sportswear.aspx" target="_blank">Simplicity 3688</a>. I bought some milk chocolate colored 100% cotton twill at Jo-Ann's last week with my 60% off coupon. At that point it was only $4.00/yard!<br />
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<li>Get an inspiration post finished for the <a href="http://bygumbygolly.com/2013/08/fall-for-cotton-kickoff-vintage-sewalong/" target="_blank">Fall for Cotton Sew Along</a>.</li>
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Brittanyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12111342053781707895noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3115605567920998125.post-5515362124019977042013-08-26T07:46:00.001-06:002013-08-26T07:46:13.894-06:00Vintage Knitted Cardigan in the Works<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
It is going a bit slow but I am quite happy so far. This is a vintage pattern from the early 60's I believe.</div>
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<br />Brittanyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12111342053781707895noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3115605567920998125.post-3166720861134667522013-08-22T10:57:00.000-06:002013-08-22T10:57:37.930-06:00Cherry Embroidered High Waist Shorts<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I saw an <a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/151879131/vintage-repro-pin-up-rockabilly-hot-rod?ref=sr_gallery_23&ga_search_query=cherry+pants&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_ship_to=ZZ&ga_search_type=all" target="_blank">adorable pair of shorts</a> with cherries embroidered on them on Etsy the other day and decided that I must have a pair. They are cute but for the price of $57, I am definitely going to make my own. I did change a few things. I made them fully fitted instead of having the elastic at the back of the waist. I also skipped the pocket and put the cherries on the leg instead. I used my embroidery machine because I don't have the patience to embroider by hand.<br />
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<li><b>Pattern Changes:</b> I lengthened both the front and back darts for a smoother fit. I also added a waistband.</li>
<li><b>Fabric</b>: About 1 yard light weight denim from my stash, a gift from Nanan - free</li>
<li><b>Notions</b>: Invisible Zipper - $2, Thread from stash - 50¢</li>
<li><b>Time</b>: I worked on them over a 3 day period. It would have been faster if I did not have to set up and take down my machines to switch between embroidery and sewing.</li>
<li><b>Total Cost</b>: about $4 (I saved $53 by making them myself)</li>
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<br />Brittanyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12111342053781707895noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3115605567920998125.post-21050309701374057432013-08-19T10:52:00.002-06:002013-08-19T10:52:41.607-06:00Hats for CharityMs. Betty emailed me yesterday with this pic of some <a href="http://crafty-woman.blogspot.com/2011/04/free-bumpy-bobbles-beanie-crochet.html" target="_blank">Baby Bumpy Bobble Beanies</a> she is making for a charity. It really makes me happy to know that my patterns are actually useful! Thanks Ms. Betty!<br />
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<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">Pinterest Sew for Victory Inspiration board <a href="http://pinterest.com/britterica/sew-for-victory-inspiration/" target="_blank">here</a>.</li>
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<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">Start drafting up a pattern if I choose something that I don't have a pattern for. I really can't justify buying any new patterns and I have been reading a ton about pattern drafting lately. I should probably put that information to good use.</li>
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I have never made anything with a yoke so I will have to branch out a bit. I also have only made one dress where I use contrasting fabrics. I need to do more projects like this that help me move out of my comfort zone (aka rut.) I am not sure whether to make this from cotton or linen. I know that is not historically accurate since Nylon, Viscose and Rayon were the in thing. I love my cottons and linens not only for how they feel but also the amazing variety of prints available. I also think the cotton would be best to get the nice crisp pleats on the skirt.<br />
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I am using the new book I got for Christmas from my mother in law to help with drafting the pattern. It is called <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Practical-pattern-designing-womens-apparel/dp/B0007GVHGI/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1360423005&sr=8-8&keywords=practical+pattern+designing" target="_blank">Practical Pattern Designing</a>, originally published in 1947. I have a reprint from the 80's. It is a great resource filled with tons of useful information, diagrams and step by step instructions on how to recreate 1940's fashions from basic blocks.<br />
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Du Barry 5642 form the 1940's. I especially like the contrast yoke. I usually make everything with the same fabric for the whole project so I need to change it up a bit.</div>
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It seems that something similar to this would actually be a practical addition to my wardrobe.</div>
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This cute dress would be a great addition to my wardrobe. I think it would also be easy to draft. I like the button up back quite a lot. </div>
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I absolutely love the gingham with the wide contrasting ric rac. Just adorable little feminine details. Image from <a href="http://www.liverpoolblitz70.co.uk/">http://www.liverpoolblitz70.co.uk/</a></div>
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<br />Brittanyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12111342053781707895noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3115605567920998125.post-40478556771503400502013-02-10T00:00:00.000-07:002013-02-10T07:07:46.395-07:00Sunday StrategyI haven't written up a plan lately because I haven't had much crafting time to plan for. Hopefully, now that things have settled down, I can get back to a regular crafting schedule.<br />
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<li>Find inspiration for the <a href="http://luckylucille.com/2013/02/sew-for-victory-a-40s-sewalong/" target="_blank">Sew For Victory Sew Along</a>. I was originally just going to make the newly released <a href="http://www.simplicity.com/p-8463-misses-retro-tops.aspx#" target="_blank">Simplicity 1692</a>. Then I saw all the Sew For Victory Inspiration posts popping up all over with glorious clothes. I think I want to try and make something a bit more exciting. If I have time and the inclination I can make the top too at a later time.</li>
<li>Start drafting up a pattern if I choose something that I don't have a pattern for. I really can't justify buying any new patterns and I have been reading a ton about pattern drafting lately. I should probably put that information to good use.</li>
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