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Thayer Sew-Along: Lining the Jacket
The time has come to line our Thayer Jackets! I think this is the most exciting part of the process, and one of the most magical! There's a small amount...
Thayer Sew-Along: Lining the Jacket
The time has come to line our Thayer Jackets! I think this is the most exciting part of the process, and one of the most magical! There's a small amount...
Thayer Sew-Along: Assembling the Lining
The next step in our Thayer Sew-Along is to assemble our linings. This varies slightly based on which pattern you're working from. The 14 – 32 D-cup pattern has a dart...
Thayer Sew-Along: Assembling the Lining
The next step in our Thayer Sew-Along is to assemble our linings. This varies slightly based on which pattern you're working from. The 14 – 32 D-cup pattern has a dart...
Thayer Sew-Along: Assembling the Shell
In today's Thayer Sew-Along post we'll be assembling the shells of our jackets. This means we'll be sewing up the sleeves, shoulder seams, setting the sleeves, and then sewing up the...
Thayer Sew-Along: Assembling the Shell
In today's Thayer Sew-Along post we'll be assembling the shells of our jackets. This means we'll be sewing up the sleeves, shoulder seams, setting the sleeves, and then sewing up the...
Thayer Sew-Along: Assembling the Back
Our fronts are finished and now it's time to make the back of our Thayer Jackets! This is a relatively quick and straightforward post after Wednesday's pockets post. Align the...
Thayer Sew-Along: Assembling the Back
Our fronts are finished and now it's time to make the back of our Thayer Jackets! This is a relatively quick and straightforward post after Wednesday's pockets post. Align the...
Thayer Sew-Along: Sewing the Pockets
Today we'll be working on both sets of pockets – the inseam yoke pockets and the patch pockets. The post is divided up into two parts to make it more...
Thayer Sew-Along: Sewing the Pockets
Today we'll be working on both sets of pockets – the inseam yoke pockets and the patch pockets. The post is divided up into two parts to make it more...
Thayer Sew-Along: Assembling the Fronts
We've done all our prep and today we get to start sewing! Originally we had planned to include all of the steps to complete the front jackets in one post...
Thayer Sew-Along: Assembling the Fronts
We've done all our prep and today we get to start sewing! Originally we had planned to include all of the steps to complete the front jackets in one post...
Thayer Sew-Along: A Guide to Cutting
Alright, it's time to cut our Thayer Jackets! We've laid out a guide below for you to refer to as you cut to make sure you've got everything you need. ...
Thayer Sew-Along: A Guide to Cutting
Alright, it's time to cut our Thayer Jackets! We've laid out a guide below for you to refer to as you cut to make sure you've got everything you need. ...
Thayer Sew-Along: Pattern Adjustments
Today in the Thayer Sew-Along we're going to discuss a few common pattern adjustments. We'll start with blending between sizes, cover lengthening or shortening your pattern, and then talk about...
Thayer Sew-Along: Pattern Adjustments
Today in the Thayer Sew-Along we're going to discuss a few common pattern adjustments. We'll start with blending between sizes, cover lengthening or shortening your pattern, and then talk about...
Thayer Sew-Along: Choosing a Size
Today we’re going to talk about selecting your proper size. The first thing you’ll need to do is get some measurements. The three measurements needed to select your size are...
Thayer Sew-Along: Choosing a Size
Today we’re going to talk about selecting your proper size. The first thing you’ll need to do is get some measurements. The three measurements needed to select your size are...
Thayer Sew-Along: Supply List
1. Thayer Jacket Pattern: You can purchase the Thayer Jacket pattern as a printed pattern or PDF here. 2. Fabric: For the Thayer you'll need 3 types of fabrics. A main fabric for the shell,...
Thayer Sew-Along: Supply List
1. Thayer Jacket Pattern: You can purchase the Thayer Jacket pattern as a printed pattern or PDF here. 2. Fabric: For the Thayer you'll need 3 types of fabrics. A main fabric for the shell,...
Thayer Sew-Along: Fabric Selection & Inspiration
Today we're going to talk about fabric selection for the Thayer Jacket. The Thayer calls for three fabrics plus interfacing, I'll walk you through each type below along with some...
Thayer Sew-Along: Fabric Selection & Inspiration
Today we're going to talk about fabric selection for the Thayer Jacket. The Thayer calls for three fabrics plus interfacing, I'll walk you through each type below along with some...
Thayer Sew-Along: Inspiration
All images in this post pulled from our Thayer Inspiration Pinterest Board Welcome to the first day of the Thayer Sew-Along! During the next few weeks we'll walk you through...
Thayer Sew-Along: Inspiration
All images in this post pulled from our Thayer Inspiration Pinterest Board Welcome to the first day of the Thayer Sew-Along! During the next few weeks we'll walk you through...
Adding a Lining to the Reed Skirt
We've gotten a few questions about adding a lining to the Reed Skirt and we're here today to answer that for you! It's quite easy and this tutorial can be...
Adding a Lining to the Reed Skirt
We've gotten a few questions about adding a lining to the Reed Skirt and we're here today to answer that for you! It's quite easy and this tutorial can be...