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Creating An Everyday Tee for Wovens
Hi sewing friends!
I’ve been going through a bit of a woven phase lately, largely driven by all the gorgeous woven fabrics I’ve been seeing around – lovely linens, flowy gauze, delicious poplins…I’...
Read MoreCreate an Oversized Blazer Look
Blazers are a must-have in your wardrobe; they are timeless, easy to combine and you can style almost any outfit with a blazer. With the release of the Elevated Blazer Jacket Pattern we now have an...
Read MoreAdd a Twist by Shirring Sleeves
I am totally obsessed with Bishop sleeves! They are so romantic and dramatic all at the same time!
The good news is that Ellie & Mac sleeves, for the most part, are interchangeable.
The Bish...
Read MoreSlow Sunday Dress Hack
Hi all, @sewsewilse here again.
This week it is quite cold here in Belgium and our landscape is covered with a nice layer of snow. Sweaters and long pants are very welcome now. Still, I'm looking f...
Read MoreHow To Sew A Faux Button Placket
I love buttons! I have two jars with all kinds of buttons and they’re the supply I can never get enough of. I don’t even mind sewing buttonholes. I think they give that special touch to any piece. ...
Read MoreUsing Tulle as a Decorative Trim
Hello, I am so excited to share with you this little blog post on how to use tulle as a decorative element on a garment.
You may have seen tulle on necklines, sleeves and on the hems of skirts ...
Read MoreAdding a Waistband Pocket to the Not So Basic Pants
Hi Friends! I am really excited about this hack! When the Not So Basic Pants pattern was being shared all over the world, I loved them. I mean, they are cute, several options, and look so incredibl...
Read MoreRaglan Shirt Button Placket Hack
Hey there, Kendel here! Today I am going to show you a fun hack to add a button placket to your favorite Raglan tee. The Going Home sweater (both kids and adults) and the Straight Fit Raglan will w...
Read MoreStuffy Ball Hack: Turning It Into a Floor Pouf
If you’re like me you keep all your scrap fabric and even your children’s clothes they have out grown. I love the idea of zero waste but it can be hard to avoid clutter when you attempt reuse/recyc...
Read MoreBe Invincible & Urban Legs Pattern Mash
Hey Ellie and Mac readers! Jessica here, back again with another blog post. I usually blog over on the Let's Go Hobby Blog. You can check out my Ellie and Mac posts by clicking HERE.
I have writ...
Read MoreBookclub Top Nursing Hack #2
When The BookClub top was released, I instantly thought I could hack it into a nursing top... in three different ways!
You can read about the first way HERE (link this word to the first hack: https...
Read MoreChanging Seasons: Mashing & Upcycling
It's that time of the year again! A new season waits for us and with it a new wardrobe, especially if you have kids! They grow up so fast… It's hard to keep up with them!
Autumn is around the co...
Read MoreBack-to-School Pencil and Paper Outfits
Hey! It’s Sarah from Sew Salty and Free!
Back to school definitely looks a lot different this year for a lot of families. Whether we’re doing virtual online, homeschooling, doing a hybrid schedule,...
Read MoreAdding an Extra Skirt Layer to the Rachel Skirt
The Rachel Skirt was the first pattern I ever sewed. I decided to teach myself how to sew while I was pregnant with my now 6-year-old daughter. I used knit, but I developed prenatal carpal tunnel. ...
Read MoreLucky Sleeve Top - Cold Sholder Jumper Mash Up
Hi all! Here Ilse from @sewsewilse.
Today I want to show you my ‘Lucky Girl jumper’! I know EAM has already a few gorgeous jumper patterns in her collection, but because I love the Lucky Girl top s...
Read MoreComparing different fabrics for the Slow Sunday Top
Hello! I’m Aimee, also known as the Sewing Scientist, here to bring you a new blog post for Ellie & Mac. This blog contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase through them, I will receive ...
Read MoreBookclub Top Maternity Hack
Can’t find a maternity pattern that’s stylish AND nursing friendly? Sometimes, you gotta take the matter in your hands and make it yourself!
Here's one hack that fits both those bills.
First, prin...
Read MoreSunny Days Pleated Skirt Hack
Hi there! I’m Deborah (I live in Belgium) and it’s my turn to present to you another Ellie & Mac pattern hack! I love the versatility of Ellie & Mac patterns! They are always easy to sew an...
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