Sunday, January 28, 2024

Femininity: Revival?, Revised!, and Reinvented for 2024

 It seems that even though the progression of our morals in this country has gone way downhill, and hence, our clothing covers less through more exposing of skin. However, it looks like there are some designers who want more gracious and flattering garments for a wholesome-looking womankind. 

I believe several inches below-knee and mid-calf are much more lady-like!  Short skirts look best on little girls wearing tights or leggings.

Be sure to read the end of the post.











McCalls 7925






















A pretty looking feminine suit.  The pants do not make the suit suitable!

A simple yet elegant and comfortable jacket.


 Some of these dresses probably do not close high enough to the neck and they should be checked for any unknowing or unforeseen revealing when bending over. Make adjustments when you try on the basic shell before finishing collars or necklines.

Please forgive me for how this looks. I am learning how to use my new computer and also the blog spot arrangement platform has changed.

At any rate I am pleased to find some nice patterns to display on the blog from the main catalogs in fabric stores,

Do everything to please the Lord God and be a faithful witness of the life Christ has given you.

May you have a blessed time figuring your sewing needs and projects with Christ in mind.  

May what you do bring glory to God.


Tuesday, May 2, 2023

Light Jackets for Those Cooler Days

Disclaimer:  Patterns and pictures that I list or show does not mean I endorse how and what the model wears or displays the garment(s) I mention. My intention is to show the detail of the specific garment I chose to illustrate for the purpose of accommodating and complementing a modest wardrobe.


Posting some interesting jackets and patterns found on etsy by independent pattern makers. This first jacket is ready-made linen and is very simple yet attractive.  I imagine there are patterns one could adapt to make this stylish jacket.  This light jacket would be very versatile in a muted tone and be easily worn with a variety of colors.   

For sale here.




Available here
Available here




Available here

Available here





Also, denim jackets are a great standby when nothing else will do. Several makers are listed and prices vary.  The major pattern companies also carry a variety of denim styles and sometimes a sale comes  with $1.99 (or close to) prices and that helps keep costs down.  Watch for sales on denim fabric.







                              A basic cotton jacket that would help keep the chill off .


There are also Kimono style jackets in the major pattern catalogs.  Those jackets are designed for lightweight fabrics.






















View C would be a looser-fit jacket. Leave the pockets off for a more classic look.


These are a few ideas and I am sure there is one that will work best for you, sometimes just a boxy shirt will work such as the light pink on the right and the sleeves can be lengthened even more if wrist length is desired.

So whatever you do, where ever you go, whatever you say, and how you conduct yourself, remember that:

  Whether therefore ye eat, or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God.
                                                                                                I Corinthians 10:31

Thursday, April 6, 2023

Spring Outlook--A Bounty of Apron Patterns




 It is good to see women and young girls dress modestly.  The culture has a heavy influence on clothing styles.  Knowing your purpose in life and whom you clothe yourself for makes it easier to chose  certain styles and looks.  If you are dressing to impress, make sure it is for the one who matters most and knows your heart's desire.

Looking at the 80's there was an upsurge in ruffles and coifed hairdos yet when the newness wore off those styles the end result was more casual and with definite masculine influence.  That influence has continued.  

The more casual the dress, the more casual one approaches relationships. Look for encouragement to be a women that pleases God first and foremost.  One item that helps me is putting on a pretty apron.  I like them practical, feminine, and pretty in either print or style.

If you like retro aprons  Tipnut     has quite a variety of free downloads.

There are many patterns available in the major pattern books as well as Etsy.  There are independent designers that offer quite a variety depending on your tastes.  

Here is one cute retro from Etsy, Rachel Knoblich, that is reasonably priced with 15% discount to boot, that only takes one yard.  She offers a variety of patterns.






                                This apron is on sale at Etsy by Studio Handworks


Apron found here.

Apron found here


Apron found here.


Apron found here.

Apron found here


                    May the Word always be your reference and God be your guide in all things.  
                                                      May you have a good sewing year in 2023!