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In this issue 
  • Spring fabrics to sew now!
  • Getting the perfect waistband        Jeans Junket Sew Along

The softer side of spring...  


Mojave
Subtle neutrals
 always work well in warm climates. This cotton blend is perfect for mild to hot days. The fabrication is stable and very soft to the touch. The striping in taupe, tan or brick and creamy white varies from 5/8 in wide to pinstriped sections with alternating color dominance. This fine cotton with a silky hand will make up well in a shirt, jacket, skirt or dress. Cotton/linen/stretch. Extra wide: 66 in. 
  
Choose from:
Tan/Cream
Soft Brick/cream
and Taupe/Cream


Exec
poly rayon tweed

Whenever we find a staple like this black/gray tweed suiting, we grab as much as we can, knowing our customers will want more than one garment's worth. The easy-care blend is comfortable and wearable for three seasons. Imported from Italy for a West Coast designer. Poly/rayon. 

Hot Pink Ponte
rayon nylon spandex

Ready for a comfortable dress or separates in a springtime floral color? This fabulous ponte knit will work up well for all occasions. Rayon/nylon/spandex. 59 in

Cissy
cotton stretch poplin

These adorable florals take off on a flight of fancy with two tone butterflies in this charming springtime print. Cotton poplin with a bit of stretch is just right for dresses, skirts or tops. Don't forget your little ones with this print. Hot pink, sunny yellow and true orange are surrounded by green leaflets and cranberry petals on a white ground.  

Claudine
crushed textural knit

Looking for something to dress up an outfit? Try this crushed knit imported from France. The unique surface texture of this lightweight knit will speak for itself in patterns with few design lines. Choose a short jacket, fly front cardigan or sheath dress to make the most of the neutral and cream jacquard knit. Poly/rayon/spandex. 

Rye Denim
cotton stretch denim

This warm-toned neutral denim was milled in Italy for Calvin Klein. Join our Jeans Junket Sew Along and make up a classic pair for long-time wear or choose a jeans jacket to throw on with pants, skirts or dresses. You will appreciate the quality of this cotton/elastane mid-weight. The color is best described as soft tan and will serve as a coordinate for neutrals and bright colors alike. 

High Plains
cotton rib sweater knit

This ribbed novelty sweater knit from St. John Knits is perfect for a seasonal cardigan. The ivory and cream combination is just right for a short, structured style or a longer fly front for this wear-with-everything addition to your wardrobe. Cotton/viscose/poly/spandex.

Jeans Junket Sew Along
with Mary Jo
and insights from Jennifer Stern

  

Mary Jo will lead us in making jeans using Jennifer Stern's jeans pattern and Jennifer will sew along too! 

 

This week from Maryjo:
 
Designing a waistband for a perfect fit!
 
We are going to make our own waistband pattern.

First, using the muslin material, cut or tear a strip of fabric 2-3/4" wide and as long as the width of your fabric. Make sure there is enough material to go around your entire waist. If not, add another strip to the first one to make the piece long enough.

Mark the center back on the strip. Then, sew the material to the top waist edge of your jeans muslin. After it is sewn on, mark the side seams and center front on the left and right sides. Leave 2-3 inches, on the waistband strip, past the center front line on both sides of the band.

Now, fit the muslin for the waistband at the place you have decided your rise will be. Take in tucks around the band, most will be in the back between the side seams, until it fits you. See the photo below for the adjustments that I made. 
  
 
 
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 After you have it fitting just right, take the waistband off the jeans muslin.
Measure the amount of adjustment you made to the waistband between the side seams in the back. Let's say you took in a total of 2" along the top edge of the waistband. Follow this process to shape the waistband pattern:
1. Cut a strip of tissue or pattern paper 2-3/4" wide and as long as your muslin waistband. 
2. Mark the center back, then the side seams on the tissue. (Don't worry about the center front yet). 
3. Using the slash and overlap method, shape the top edge of the waistband to fit your curve adjustment in 1/4" increments. Leave center back as a straight line.
4. Spread the total amount of adjustment evenly across the back of the waistband tissue. Your tissue pattern will begin to curve. See this detail photo.
 

This week from Jennifer Stern:

 Japanese Denim
 Hi Everyone.
...It's time to give that Japanese Denim some love!! I finally finished fitting my jean pattern (with straight side seams)...Today I drafted the front pocket pattern pieces. If you're thinking about changing your front pocket design you can check out some step-by-step instructions on how to do that http://jsterndesigns.cinematicweddingstory.com/?p=2733:) If anyone is working along and has a question about fitting or working with this yummy denim, please post a comment... and either I or Mary Jo can help you along...