tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1937322106192241083.post6472917158801516767..comments2024-02-24T14:55:01.412-08:00Comments on sallieoh: a little bit countrysallie oleta barbeehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00184217699471081340noreply@blogger.comBlogger43125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1937322106192241083.post-6272102653322395092014-02-20T08:33:18.516-08:002014-02-20T08:33:18.516-08:00First I just wanna say that you look HAWT... as al...First I just wanna say that you look HAWT... as always - I lurrrve your casual cowgirl look :) And totally hear ya on the TNT front - it's the holy grail of sewing for me to have a handful of TNT's I keep using over and over. Even after almost three years of sewing I've only managed to find a couple, and I am still in that place where my need for effortless outfits grossly outweighs my actual closet contents. There are still WAY too many days I have nothing to wear, and too many weekly repeats of the same items (I need a TNT pants pattern BADLY!!!! LOL) I'm very encouraged by your progress at finding some great TNT's that work for you - perhaps I'll get there too someday! ^__^Amanda Russellnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1937322106192241083.post-20070976929491696052014-02-18T08:16:08.822-08:002014-02-18T08:16:08.822-08:00I was just thinking about this very subject again,...I was just thinking about this very subject again, and I love your thoughts on it. Especially #6. If I repeat a pattern that works, it has to have some sort of challenge or it ends up in the UFO bin! This is super groovy and I love when you post repeats! I get to see all the little things you changed to make it fresh and yours. Gotta try this pattern some day!Amyhttp://clothhabit.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1937322106192241083.post-33160256902381318312014-02-15T14:41:40.961-08:002014-02-15T14:41:40.961-08:00Cute top! I've made a few Colette patterns mul...Cute top! I've made a few Colette patterns multiple times, the Oolong and the Wrap one. Lately I'm experimenting with making variations of tops based on my basic block. I know they will always fitbecause the blockfits perfect.justine, sewcountrychicknoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1937322106192241083.post-46058773553482692652014-02-15T05:50:10.719-08:002014-02-15T05:50:10.719-08:00Can't get enough of Archer!Can't get enough of Archer!Jennifer, Workroom Socialhttp://workroomsocial.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1937322106192241083.post-72212963498550638372014-02-14T15:25:55.639-08:002014-02-14T15:25:55.639-08:00I've done five Archer's, with another up n...I've done five Archer's, with another up next week. No joke. I won't even lie. I also stalked your jeans post, got the Built by Wendy book, and I'm planning to do another pair of jeans this spring. So, yea TNT for the win. I think the only simple one in there is the Renfrew, but now I'm off to start on the Plantain. So . . .<br /><br />I really like this Archer . . . I just bought some black checkered because I spotted a Coldwater Creek Ad and said "Hey, that's an Archer and I want it!" No, with your blue plaid I might get the blue checkered print too.nycbookwriterhttp://coolerthanyoustupidthings.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1937322106192241083.post-60722586776571337002014-02-12T16:20:58.819-08:002014-02-12T16:20:58.819-08:00I've got my 2nd Archer in the pipeline and I c...I've got my 2nd Archer in the pipeline and I couldn't agree more about what a lovely and versatile pattern it is! You version above is perfection! Also, I think you hit a nerve with us all regarding the 'nothing to wear' predicament! I've been sewing almost 4 years and I still don't feel I've got wardrobe (handmade or RTW) that I'm happy with. I may have to undergo a similar analysis like you have done...really useful! Lastly...how long is your beautiful hair?!? The length kind of snuck up on me as you often wear it up on the blog...it's lovely!A Stitching Odysseynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1937322106192241083.post-72651068276269928592014-02-12T11:50:53.407-08:002014-02-12T11:50:53.407-08:00Never apologize for sewing more Archers lol. It...Never apologize for sewing more Archers lol. It's an amazing pattern and you could sew it 1,000 times and make it slightly different almost every time. I'm feeling ya on the whole "nothing to wear" issue. I'm generally uninspired by clothing lately ...maybe it's the weather. I'm really looking forward to sewing for Spring! I suppose I should look for inspiration in that. I'm also dying to find a TNT pattern that I can reach for on a "blah" day and sew something I love and feel instantly better! ...I don't have one of those yet lol. Here's to TNT patterns for warmer weather :)Rochelle Newhttp://luckylucille.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1937322106192241083.post-21580286456917846822014-02-12T07:39:48.580-08:002014-02-12T07:39:48.580-08:00I love this make, and I think you are just spot-on...I love this make, and I think you are just spot-on about what qualities make for a real TNT pattern. I'm with you on the Archer love too - I'm wearing my third one today, and since I've found that I want to wear them every single day, I now have fabric bought for a fourth and fifth at home that I can't wait to prewash this weekend! I've adjusted the pattern a little each time (narrowed the shoulder, graded up a size at the hip, drafted a new sleeve placket), and now it is *perfect*. There's something so relaxing about knowing you can just start cutting and sewing a new project without worrying over the results not living up to your expectations, and I love seeing my skills improve with each make (my collar construction is finally starting to look semi-professional!).the other emilyhttp://the-other-emily.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1937322106192241083.post-39019696986372962262014-02-12T05:37:04.461-08:002014-02-12T05:37:04.461-08:00Firstly, this is your blog, so you should post as ...Firstly, this is your blog, so you should post as many Archers as you want - we'll never be bored of reading about them! :) Secondly, great post! I have read a lot about TNTs but never given much thought as to what makes one. I think the only one I have so far is the Grainline Scout, which I've made in 3 different fabrics: voile, silk and sequins - I think that pretty much covers your points 2 and 4! i think a lot (probably most) sewists are guilty of sewing "pretty things" without much thought about what they wear. I mostly make things that I can wear to work (dresses, skirts) and I've always been happy about that - but now that I am pregnant and about to go on year's maternity leave, (body shape changes aside) I know that none of those will be worn, and I'll revert to my standard weekend RTW uniform of skinny jeans, tees and cardigans. There are a number of bloggers ruminating on much the same thing right now, and while it never bothered me before, it is something I am starting to think about. Thanks for your insight on the subject!Helen McFadyennoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1937322106192241083.post-80472604044662041252014-02-12T00:46:46.081-08:002014-02-12T00:46:46.081-08:00I admit to have a closet full of handmade clothes ...I admit to have a closet full of handmade clothes and nothing to wear. Sewing more practical clothes had been in my mind for sometime but I keep pushing it away and sew more pretty dresses. After reading your post, I intend to find ways to have more everyday clothes. I should start with a shirt because I don't have any button down shirt! Thank you for your post!Novitahttp://verypurpleperson.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1937322106192241083.post-39665769881255969842014-02-11T14:32:18.780-08:002014-02-11T14:32:18.780-08:00Love this! You look so relaxed and happy wearing i...Love this! You look so relaxed and happy wearing it, so it must be a winner. There are a couple of me-made patterns I basically wear nearly every day now. I feel comfortable and stylish in them at the same time - what more could I ask for? The Archer shirt is inching towards the top of my to sew list...Tillyhttp://www.tillyandthebuttons.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1937322106192241083.post-2439079570577446762014-02-11T12:46:40.666-08:002014-02-11T12:46:40.666-08:00!!!! Next year's Christmas Card.!!!! Next year's Christmas Card.sallieforrernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1937322106192241083.post-59691650950934109942014-02-11T11:33:12.800-08:002014-02-11T11:33:12.800-08:00Dare you to buy more and be twinsies! ;)Dare you to buy more and be twinsies! ;)Gingerhttp://gingermakes.wordpress.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1937322106192241083.post-25044533816143960842014-02-11T11:23:34.967-08:002014-02-11T11:23:34.967-08:00The only thing missing is my top knot, which reall...The only thing missing is my top knot, which really is my day to day look!sallieforrernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1937322106192241083.post-11593418776922696512014-02-11T11:20:44.542-08:002014-02-11T11:20:44.542-08:00Haha! As I was making this Nick kept asking "...Haha! As I was making this Nick kept asking "is that for me?" But I decided my flannel needs were greater than his this winter!sallieforrernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1937322106192241083.post-70328507623159613572014-02-11T11:19:15.509-08:002014-02-11T11:19:15.509-08:00Oh gosh I really need to give it a go! I definitel...Oh gosh I really need to give it a go! I definitely need a drapey t-shirt pattern in my TNT arsenal.sallieforrernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1937322106192241083.post-1492133063034359192014-02-11T11:18:29.580-08:002014-02-11T11:18:29.580-08:00Oh that's a super good point! I couldn't a...Oh that's a super good point! I couldn't agree more!sallieforrernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1937322106192241083.post-5863151164063424472014-02-11T10:35:57.046-08:002014-02-11T10:35:57.046-08:00I love it - you could do some serious living in t...I love it - you could do some serious living in this outfit! I am in thorough agreement with your assessment of a TNT pattern. When I first started sewing, I kept on making sleeveless dresses and felt puzzled as to how I could be sewing constantly and still find getting dressed difficult! I think another sneaky sign you've got a TNT on your hands is that nobody asks you if you made whatever you're wearing.Crab&Beehttp://crabandbee.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1937322106192241083.post-31795386156167676572014-02-11T09:44:59.862-08:002014-02-11T09:44:59.862-08:00I'm so happy you posted this! And so happy you...I'm so happy you posted this! And so happy you went full country with the pearl snaps. I really gotta make this Archer already. If only I could invent a time machine. That made time. Speaking of TNTs, you should give the free Dear & Doe t-shirt a try. I made a short sleeved one out of rayon jersey and its a total love affair.Heather Louhttp://closetcasefiles.blogspot.ca/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1937322106192241083.post-40738057466092503902014-02-11T08:52:48.788-08:002014-02-11T08:52:48.788-08:00Ha!!! I don't think we're the only ones, e...Ha!!! I don't think we're the only ones, either! This fabric + pattern combo was a match made in cozy-shirt-heaven!sallieforrernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1937322106192241083.post-79390672610409196112014-02-11T08:39:25.348-08:002014-02-11T08:39:25.348-08:00OMG, I just posted this exact same shirt, we could...OMG, I just posted this exact same shirt, we could be twins, same fabric, same pattern and same bias use! I am with you I want garments I can wear and use in my daily life. Thanks for a great post.Lorihttp://girlsinthegarden.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1937322106192241083.post-20557936678046350212014-02-11T08:35:13.108-08:002014-02-11T08:35:13.108-08:00great post! and i love this sneak peek at the dre...great post! and i love this sneak peek at the dressed down you. :-)puunoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1937322106192241083.post-4441957114577499162014-02-11T08:23:25.400-08:002014-02-11T08:23:25.400-08:00Your shirt is so something I would wear! I've ...Your shirt is so something I would wear! I've been dying to make a plaid flannel Archer! Les sigh.... It looks so comfy! Lovely plaid matching too!<br /><br />I loved reading this because I'm very very passionate about this sort of everyday wardrobe thing. Seriously. I had a closet full of clothing that I never wore because they were the types of things that I didn't reach for all the time. I reach for pjs, so a cross between the comfort of pj's and appropriateness for everyday is so important to me. I lead a life where I have to wear so many business hats and that means I have to have a versatile wardrobe. One that can cook, clean, go to the shop, fill shipping orders and the like. I can't trot around all day in a frock that is binding, constrictive and fits perfectly before lunch tummy! I finally had to get real with myself and make things that still looked chic and beautiful but that I could still move around in. And just as a side note, I find it terribly interesting that when I meet people who do wear over the top things on their blog, they are never wearing that stuff in person. Not sayin I don't love the over the top (cause I do) or that its bad in any way, I just find it interesting. And I had to realize that this is not me. I want to make things that I reach for all the time. All. the. time. And not those things that I slaved over that I've only ever worn once - and that was for the blog shoot.....Sunni Standingnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1937322106192241083.post-19595669447185215512014-02-11T08:13:24.902-08:002014-02-11T08:13:24.902-08:00I totally agree that most of us who sew strive to ...I totally agree that most of us who sew strive to have a personalized me-made wardrobe. Similarly, coming to terms with the types of clothes we wear vs. the types of clothing we're sewing is a process I think most sewers go through. I think you're walking down the right path with the Archer blouse. Having a dozen or more of these would be a great foundation for a daily wardrobe.www.tresbienensemble.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1937322106192241083.post-24976623146270723302014-02-11T07:58:11.729-08:002014-02-11T07:58:11.729-08:00I love this on you! It's the perfect shirt! ...I love this on you! It's the perfect shirt! This would be the perfect TNT pattern for me if I could find the time to make it again! I have nearly a week's worth of plaid buttondowns from Uniqlo that get worn over and over and over again, but I'd like to have another week's worth of handmade shirts. Somehow I always get distracted from making more! I also love the BHL Victoria blazer. It's just what I want to throw on over a buttondown or t-shirt to feel more jazzy. If I can bite the bullet and make a pair of jeans, I'll be set with those three patterns for most of my everyday wear!Gingerhttp://gingermakes.wordpress.com/noreply@blogger.com