we'll, now...I'm going to have to stop watching your videos. Every time I watch there is another pattern I want to try! we are the same color palette so that doesn't help at all. Seriously, thanks for your in depth look at the patterns. It is so informative. have a great day!
I made a Metra blazer in the spring in a pinstripe navy ponte. I had to give a big presentation at work, 600 people. Workshop lasted all day and I was running around- so I had to be comfortable. I got a ton of compliments on the Metra- and everyone asked where I bought it. I love it! I will me making more.
watched this this morning ,as much as I love the metra blazer & was going to find a statement color t o d o one found a few awesome blazers out thrifting!! one is a red ......plus others things I can re make me size !! my goal this month is to use my stash or things i thrift for my sewing
Whitney, another great video. You helped me decide to go ahead with the Metro Blazer in a navy ponte I own with a matching dress. That's a remake of things I wore non-stop in the 70's. But speaking of the 70's, I think of ponte as an all polyester fabric similar to double knit then. But you mentioned blends. It has been a while since you have done a fabric video. Perhaps that would be an idea with all your travels. Hope your mom is doing well. Still praying.
Stopped at an Amish general store this afternoon (central Wisconsin) and found lots of polyester ponte in the clothing fabrics. I have to say I was rather amazed.
The brown plaid is so pretty. Using it for the blazer was a great choice. So good with your skin tone and brings out the color of your eyes. With the turtleneck and flared jeans, it’s such a long lean silhouette. And the print belt is perfection with the outfit. I was thinking I need a blazer in my wardrobe and you have convinced me. I also need a turtleneck that fits my thick neck, so I’ll have to try the Arlington based on how yours looks with that blazer.
This was my first "straight" Arlington and I'm really loving how it fits. Its more relaxed than the Itch to Stitch Hepburn so a bit different, but I really love the two I just made!
I can’t decide which is my favorite😊 I love them all. I’ve had this pattern since it’s release and still haven’t made it. It’s on my list! I appreciate showing us all the ways you wear garments you make, it always gives me ideas for my own personal style.
Love the plaid blazer and how you've styled all 3! This is certainly in my queue, but it's been moved back since I'm pregnant and so now I'm in need of some maternity pants, hah! Thank you again for another wonderful video!
Hi Whitney, This style of video today is very helpful because I can learn your method of creating choices for your wardrobe including accessorising. It is very comprehensive - delightful and educational. My colour palette is the same as your friend whom you featured a little while ago now (summer palette). Are you going to do a similar video for her colours too please? I loved her choices:-) and Im very curious to see the outcomes. Thank you for all you do for us - you are a gem! xx
I love this Metra Blazer pattern. I have made about 8 last Christmas and everyone loved them. I used scuba suede fabric. Thank you for all your great tips. ❤️
As usual you've nailed it! I love your plaid blazer, and I actually think that I've got some plaid in my stash - yay! :-) Thanks for the extra content - it's always nice to "hear from you". :-)
I made a scuba suede Metra with the wider collar copying Karina's hack with unfinished edges. I wanted a lightweight coverup for a summer wedding and it turned out great. Of course, it was a beautiful day so the jacket didn't get worn. However, it's useful for autumn. I plan another with the shawl collar using the full instructions in ponte, which I've never sewn before.
hello Kat ,i love that brown blazer 🤩 ,I've made one in white ,im cooler on my colors I've used a bright white ,im loving that brown one to looks like the fabric hold perfect to ,love how you style it wirh a cheetah belt ,metra blazer is a really great pattern ,and like you say i do feel more pit together i will look in to making another one in one of my cooler colors . 💕
You have convinced me! Was not drawn to this pattern originally but you sold me! Yours are gorgeous as usual! Especially that red! I see why its your signature color. Stunner!
Whitney, thank you for the video. Love the blazers on you. I just went to the LN site and purchased the blazer and Arlington. Used your discount code as well! Suzanne
Hi Whitney, can you please share if there is anything special that you need to do for a lower break line for the collar? Your cream collar appears to break quite a bit higher than the one you are wearing...I much prefer the lower break because it elongated the collar. Thank you for another wonderful video!
Honestly, I just steamed it into shape where I wanted it. the break is actually higher on the plaid one, but I just pressed it into shape where I wanted it. Knit is much more forgiving!
The Plaid Jacket is awesome..would not have thought of a plaid ponte..but dressy and comfy..I can see this with some great winterish skirts as well as the weather gets colder...FYI the new Jeans look fantastic on you 😄
Just purchased 3 patterns today and can't wat to sew them up. Love your channel and have learned a lot! I know it's getting cooler, I'm in NW Indiana. But fall is my favorite season. Keep up the good work.
Great video as always! I was curious if you made these all in the same size. I'm asking as I want to make one fit like your plaid one, seems like there is more distance between the centre fronts.(I always think that looks more slimming)
They are all thee the same size and have the same modifications. The plaid one is just a bit more stable of a knit (the other two have more drape). All three are a viscose/poly/spandex blend, but the the plaid has a bit less viscose and a bit more poly than the two solid ones.
Love your three Metra blazers and how you styled them. (Also love that belt) . As another person mentioned in their post, I too am a calm summer and would love to see a similar video with the cooler colors. I like planning my season's clothes in a color palate but for some reason this fall I have yet to nail down my color selections and I am feeling a little lost. thank you for your videos. I always find inspiration in them.
Sure! My friend Jenni (Sunlit Summer) and my daughter (Calm Summer) all have clothing coming their way so I will have more cooler palettes on the channel soon!
Hi Whitney, I'm not sure if you said in this Vlog, what size you made, and did you make any alterations to the length of the Blazer? My Daughter is just about your same measurements, and I would love to make this for her.🙂 Love all your Metro Blazers! Thanks for all the extra Vlogs this week!😎🌴☀️
Great video, Whitney! I haven't bought this one, but you definitely have me reconsidering. I was wondering if you think a stretch woven suiting might work with this pattern? Something with 10-20% stretch maybe? I was also thinking one could reduce the width or height of the shawl and make it a standing collar too? Thanks again and hope your mom is doing well!
Those are great ideas! The pattern is drafted for 25% stretch so if you are using less, you may need to size up. However, I think a stretch woven would work just fine as long as the stretch percentage is there! It would be fun to play with the collar and I think with some playing around you could get a standup collar!
Love all three looks, Whitney! The plaid is my favorite, I think, just because I love those muted plaids that look like solids until you get close - and your belt is the perfect accessory. I've been trying to sew my garments in order, so I'm not quite to the Metra - but might have to change the order :) Quick Question:: Can you recommend a steamer, please? Thanks!
Thank you! I have an industrial steamer from Wawak: www.wawak.com/pressing-spotting/steamers/jiffy-steamer-pro-line-upholstery-w-metal-head-j4000a/#sku=jif11 . However, my mom has a hand held steamer that she keeps in her closet and that she loves. I'll find out what that is!
Whitney!!!! This is fabulous. I love it and will be making several. I agree with you that this jacket elevates the outfit. Thanks so much. Love love love you💋💨
Whitney!! You are an evil enabler --- again!! I have the Metra blazer, but have never made it. So, I just went and ordered a red ponte to make it out of. And of course, there was this gorgeous black, white, and red speckled knit that will make a a wonderful coordinating skirt. Love this video!!
Oh those blazers give those outfits that bit of oomph ! . That just sets them off. Update on my TDCO pants fitting. Of course you know newbies are going to struggle some. There were a few learning curves at first. I did have my husband help me pin & mark waistband in back. On first attempt I pinned & marked top of leg to low. When I sewed waistband on the center seam didn’t reach waistband. However I just raised line up & it worked better. I may need to raise it 1/4-1/2 inch as the inner corner reaches but could be at bit better. I then saw the hem was not balanced . So I put a fold at top of muslin leg right beneath the waistband. The front is looking good nice & smooth. The back is almost there but the center seam goes about inch past my center and is little too baggy. I have a couple of darts but I’m thinking of taking a 1/4 inch seam down middle of back leg to bring it in a tad. Then I just have to taper in leg on outer seam. Then I just got to wrack my brain figuring out how to transfer my muslin changes to my pants pattern. Even though I had some difficulties I think I’m going to like this method of fitting pants. I like that I don’t have to mess with inseam. I never could get tapering😊 in pants legs right. I like that by doing waistband & hemming muslin leg first it really helped me to balance the top & hem better. I could look right down at hem & see it was not straight and straighten it. My inner seam looks good. Now just to bring outer seam in so it looks nice & get a little bagginess out of my backside. I hope this was not boring.
Hi. What is your favourite stores to buy fabric from. Can you buy from Minerva from the US. Is the shipping cost very high? Love love your chanel. Thank you
My go-to stores are StyleMaker Fabrics (US), Blackbird Fabrics (Canada), Minerva (UK) and The Fabric Store (New Zealand/Australia). All of these have very reasonable international shipping. Minerva actually has free shipping if you spend over 50!
I love my Metra blazers, too! Any time I can make a garment that elevates another is a perfect use of my sewing time and the fact that the Metra goes together soooo easily, is an added bonus! I find it to be very slenderizing as well (another added bonus!) This was very inspiring, Whitney, as I have two solid Metras and now I’m going to go for a third in a tone-on-tone plaid! ❤
Enjoyed the video-enough so that I, once again, am buying a LN pattern that you’ve shown! Was wondering if you changed the length on the brown plaid. It could be just difference between you actually wearing it compared to the white one hanging on mannequin.
Your Metra blazers look different from one another as you stand there. Is it because of the mannequins? (I’d have to try to compare your twirl videos for a more accurate look). The lapels on the red look uneven, compared to the ivory (just being picky, I know) and the plaid seems to have a larger front opening. I’m getting ready to cut mine out and sew it up and I just wondered about any fit adjustments you might have made, or other little changes to get the different looks. Perhaps it’s the fabrics themselves? You look stunning in the plaid, by the way.
I’m looking at the red and I also feel one lapel looks longer than the other but I’m wondering if it was done intentionally? Or is it how it’s hanging? They are pretty tho and I love them. Whitney? Also, the shirt under the red blazer…#goals! So well done
I think the mannequins are what are throwing the different blazers. All three were made with the same size and alterations (I made the size M with full bust and shortened the body and the sleeves 1"). There is a good chance the red one was crooked on the mannequin as well. The plaid on is a more stable knit than the solid ones so that is playing a part in how that is sitting as well!
I love the Metro Blazer. You made them look like different blazers. I'm just getting into Ponte. I thought Ponte was Ponte. There's a difference? Have you done a video I can reference? Thanx!
Ponte is ponte, but there are a different thicknesses and they have slightly different compositions. I really enjoy a rayon/nylon/spandex blend, but will use something with a poly as well!
Metra blazer is next on my list…question…approx how long does it take for Minerva fabric to arrive in the States? I swoon over their fabrics, but am hesitant to order because of the distance the fabric has to travel…I am not very good at planning ahead! 😅
I started sewing with Ponte back in 2009 when it had started to show up in sewing stores and on fabric websites. I no longer purchase Ponte with polyester in it due to pilling in high contact areas. I prefer Ponte with a rayon/nylon/stretch (lycra, spandex, elastane) fiber content.
I love this blazer, especially it in red! I’m wondering if you think this pattern could be downsized to a petite size? My bust is 30 3/4”. If so, could you advise me on what adjustments I would need to make? I know this a lot to ask but really would like to make this blazer. Thanks for any help you can give.😊
It could definitely be sized down! I have a petite adjustment video on the channel here: th-cam.com/video/IxQVU5V-pD0/w-d-xo.html . I think this combined with shortening the sleeves and the body at the waist would work great. You might also need a narrow shoulder adjustment and I have that tutorial on the channel as well: th-cam.com/video/QezzzOhi3m0/w-d-xo.html . You might need or want to take in your side seams a bit, but I think this combination should get you something that works really great!
@@TomKatStitchery THANK YOU SO MUCH! I really appreciate you answering my questions! I’m going to look at you video suggestions and then order the pattern. I’m not sure how quick I can get to it with the holidays coming but I will let you know how it goes!! Again THANK YOU!! Take care of yourself and sending prayers for your Mom!!
I would never have considered Love Notions without your work. And, is it possible (and reasonably easy) to change a coat like the Love Notion's' Octave from double breasted to single breasted?
I haven’t made the Octave yet, but I would be able to tell how hard or easy it would be once I’ve looked at the actual pattern. It is definitely possible!
It is?!! Take a look at the StyleMaker Arietta Ponte (stylemakerfabrics.com/products/arietta-ponte-de-roma-solid-burgundy). I had that sample in my sample stack and it feels nice and stable for the Metra. Also, Stylemaker has a beautiful pin stripe Ponte that would be amazing (as well as some dark florals that would be cool). stylemakerfabrics.com/products/designer-pin-stripe-ponte-knit-midnight
i am a fan of the shawl collar. This might be the one to get me over my knit phobia, stable knit is the way to go. What seam finish would you do for the boiled wool? some sort of raw edge flat felt? I love the length of the red and plaid. I will have to watch video on the pocket.
I love the shawl collar as well! Stable knits (aka Ponte) is definitely the way to go to conquer any knit sewing fears. As far as the boiled wool, you could definitely use a raw edge flat fell! That would be beautiful!
You always look good, but that pairing of the blazer and flair leg jeans is spectacular! Is it possible that you’ve lost weight? Or is it the outfit? Or is it both? I don’t know, but I do know that our legs don’t get longer as adults, and those wider leg jeans, paired with the blazer that leaves that vertical space through the top half of your body makes you appear to be suddenly much taller. 😍
I have a bundle of patterns I want now! Unfortunately I called the local copy centre. It is soooo expensive to print them! Even one A0 costs more then the whole pattern🥲 I think all the time I did spend looking on and reading about the patterns, are a time not well spent😅
I’m pretty sure there is an online option for those in Europe. I can’t remember what it’s called, but I would google online copy shops. It’s much cheaper that way!
we'll, now...I'm going to have to stop watching your videos. Every time I watch there is another pattern I want to try! we are the same color palette so that doesn't help at all. Seriously, thanks for your in depth look at the patterns. It is so informative. have a great day!
😂Enablers are real, LOL!!! Well enjoy being CREATIVE … FIESTA 🪅
😂 Sorry to enable, but glad you liked it!
🤣🤣🤣 right
Thanks, Whitney - Now I have to have a red jacket! Luckily I bought the Metra Monday from the sale!!
😂 It's a great pop of color!
I made a Metra blazer in the spring in a pinstripe navy ponte. I had to give a big presentation at work, 600 people. Workshop lasted all day and I was running around- so I had to be comfortable. I got a ton of compliments on the Metra- and everyone asked where I bought it. I love it! I will me making more.
That's amazing and I'm not surprised in the least! Great job!
watched this this morning ,as much as I love the metra blazer & was going to find a statement color t o d o one found a few awesome blazers out thrifting!! one is a red ......plus others things I can re make me size !! my goal this month is to use my stash or things i thrift for my sewing
Yay! Thrift finds are the best!
Whitney, another great video. You helped me decide to go ahead with the Metro Blazer in a navy ponte I own with a matching dress. That's a remake of things I wore non-stop in the 70's. But speaking of the 70's, I think of ponte as an all polyester fabric similar to double knit then. But you mentioned blends. It has been a while since you have done a fabric video. Perhaps that would be an idea with all your travels. Hope your mom is doing well. Still praying.
That's a great idea! Ponte has changed quite a bit since the 70s. I can definitely talk more about that!
Stopped at an Amish general store this afternoon (central Wisconsin) and found lots of polyester ponte in the clothing fabrics. I have to say I was rather amazed.
I love, love the Metra Blazer - I will get that pattern definitely. Love the red ponte. Will have to go with that. Thank you for sharing.
Thank you!
The brown plaid is so pretty. Using it for the blazer was a great choice. So good with your skin tone and brings out the color of your eyes. With the turtleneck and flared jeans, it’s such a long lean silhouette. And the print belt is perfection with the outfit. I was thinking I need a blazer in my wardrobe and you have convinced me. I also need a turtleneck that fits my thick neck, so I’ll have to try the Arlington based on how yours looks with that blazer.
This was my first "straight" Arlington and I'm really loving how it fits. Its more relaxed than the Itch to Stitch Hepburn so a bit different, but I really love the two I just made!
I like the idea of having an easy pattern that looks casually dressy and works in both everyday and dressed up occasions. Thanks for sharing.
I agree!
This is my favorite fast blazer! I started my 4th one in a black ponte. It’s my go-to jacket. Fit is just so good.
I totally agree!!
I can’t decide which is my favorite😊 I love them all. I’ve had this pattern since it’s release and still haven’t made it. It’s on my list! I appreciate showing us all the ways you wear garments you make, it always gives me ideas for my own personal style.
I haven't made one either though I have the fabric. I love the cream one best and want more fabric.
I"m so glad this was helpful!
Time to make another Metra!! Gotta find some good Ponte!
Definitely!
Love the plaid blazer and how you've styled all 3! This is certainly in my queue, but it's been moved back since I'm pregnant and so now I'm in need of some maternity pants, hah! Thank you again for another wonderful video!
Congratulations. When I was pregnant, I felt like God and I were partners in creation.
Congratulations on the pregnancy! The Metra will be here for postpartum when you need a quick little project!
Hi Whitney, This style of video today is very helpful because I can learn your method of creating choices for your wardrobe including accessorising. It is very comprehensive - delightful and educational. My colour palette is the same as your friend whom you featured a little while ago now (summer palette). Are you going to do a similar video for her colours too please? I loved her choices:-) and Im very curious to see the outcomes. Thank you for all you do for us - you are a gem! xx
I will definitely be having Jenni back on soon to show her final Fall wardrobe!
I love this Metra Blazer pattern. I have made about 8 last Christmas and everyone loved them. I used scuba suede fabric. Thank you for all your great tips. ❤️
What a great gift idea!
As usual you've nailed it! I love your plaid blazer, and I actually think that I've got some plaid in my stash - yay! :-) Thanks for the extra content - it's always nice to "hear from you". :-)
I'm so glad you enjoyed this one and are enjoying this burst of extra content!
Love them all, brown plaid one is my favorite 🤗
Thank you!
I made a scuba suede Metra with the wider collar copying Karina's hack with unfinished edges. I wanted a lightweight coverup for a summer wedding and it turned out great. Of course, it was a beautiful day so the jacket didn't get worn. However, it's useful for autumn. I plan another with the shawl collar using the full instructions in ponte, which I've never sewn before.
That sounds lovely!
hello Kat ,i love that brown blazer 🤩 ,I've made one in white ,im cooler on my colors I've used a bright white ,im loving that brown one to looks like the fabric hold perfect to ,love how you style it wirh a cheetah belt ,metra blazer is a really great pattern ,and like you say i do feel more pit together i will look in to making another one in one of my cooler colors . 💕
I'm so glad you're enjoying yours as well!
I’ve made the Metra blazer and I LOVE it so much. It looks so professionally finished.👍💕
I agree!
You have convinced me! Was not drawn to this pattern originally but you sold me! Yours are gorgeous as usual! Especially that red! I see why its your signature color. Stunner!
Thank you!
I’m loving this red! Perfect for 👖 I just bought the pattern can’t wait to to sew it, it looks like an easy sew, no zipper or buttons.
It is a pretty easy one!
Love your plaid jacket. Perfect color for me
Thank you! I really love that one as well!
Whitney, thank you for the video. Love the blazers on you. I just went to the LN site and purchased the blazer and Arlington. Used your discount code as well!
Suzanne
Oh good!
I’m planning a “suit” for myself with the Metra and the Duet pants, then I have plans to make Mom two Metra blazers for Christmas.
Yes!! That’s a great idea!
I love your versions of the Metra Blazer. Having seen numerous wide lapel versions I wasn't sold on it but I had to get it after seeing yours.
Thank you! I’m really loving this pattern!
Hi Whitney, can you please share if there is anything special that you need to do for a lower break line for the collar? Your cream collar appears to break quite a bit higher than the one you are wearing...I much prefer the lower break because it elongated the collar. Thank you for another wonderful video!
Honestly, I just steamed it into shape where I wanted it. the break is actually higher on the plaid one, but I just pressed it into shape where I wanted it. Knit is much more forgiving!
All look lovely. I do like the brown plaid.
Thank you! I had that one yesterday’
The Plaid Jacket is awesome..would not have thought of a plaid ponte..but dressy and comfy..I can see this with some great winterish skirts as well as the weather gets colder...FYI the new Jeans look fantastic on you 😄
Thank you!
Love all the specifics about how you sew it and how you style it.
Oh good!
Just purchased 3 patterns today and can't wat to sew them up. Love your channel and have learned a lot! I know it's getting cooler, I'm in NW Indiana. But fall is my favorite season. Keep up the good work.
I'm so glad you enjoyed this!
Great video of the Metra! I ordered some pattèrns yesterday , now o May have to order Metra too!
It’s one of my favorite things in my wardrobe currently!
They all look very useful for any outfit and season.
Thank you!
This is the perfect pattern for me.
Oh good!
Great video as always! I was curious if you made these all in the same size. I'm asking as I want to make one fit like your plaid one, seems like there is more distance between the centre fronts.(I always think that looks more slimming)
They are all thee the same size and have the same modifications. The plaid one is just a bit more stable of a knit (the other two have more drape). All three are a viscose/poly/spandex blend, but the the plaid has a bit less viscose and a bit more poly than the two solid ones.
Love your three Metra blazers and how you styled them. (Also love that belt) . As another person mentioned in their post, I too am a calm summer and would love to see a similar video with the cooler colors. I like planning my season's clothes in a color palate but for some reason this fall I have yet to nail down my color selections and I am feeling a little lost. thank you for your videos. I always find inspiration in them.
Sure! My friend Jenni (Sunlit Summer) and my daughter (Calm Summer) all have clothing coming their way so I will have more cooler palettes on the channel soon!
Your outfits are always so chic
That’s so kind! Thank you!
Hi Whitney, I'm not sure if you said in this Vlog, what size you made, and did you make any alterations to the length of the Blazer? My Daughter is just about your same measurements, and I would love to make this for her.🙂
Love all your Metro Blazers!
Thanks for all the extra Vlogs this week!😎🌴☀️
I"m so glad you enjoyed this one! I made the size medium with the full bust front. I shortened the body by 1" and the sleeves by 1".
Great video, Whitney! I haven't bought this one, but you definitely have me reconsidering. I was wondering if you think a stretch woven suiting might work with this pattern? Something with 10-20% stretch maybe?
I was also thinking one could reduce the width or height of the shawl and make it a standing collar too?
Thanks again and hope your mom is doing well!
Those are great ideas! The pattern is drafted for 25% stretch so if you are using less, you may need to size up. However, I think a stretch woven would work just fine as long as the stretch percentage is there! It would be fun to play with the collar and I think with some playing around you could get a standup collar!
You have made me buy love notions patterns with these hacks.
😂 sorry for the enabling!
Love all three looks, Whitney! The plaid is my favorite, I think, just because I love those muted plaids that look like solids until you get close - and your belt is the perfect accessory. I've been trying to sew my garments in order, so I'm not quite to the Metra - but might have to change the order :) Quick Question:: Can you recommend a steamer, please? Thanks!
Thank you! I have an industrial steamer from Wawak: www.wawak.com/pressing-spotting/steamers/jiffy-steamer-pro-line-upholstery-w-metal-head-j4000a/#sku=jif11 . However, my mom has a hand held steamer that she keeps in her closet and that she loves. I'll find out what that is!
@@TomKatStitchery Thanks, Whitney!
Whitney!!!! This is fabulous. I love it and will be making several. I agree with you that this jacket elevates the outfit. Thanks so much. Love love love you💋💨
Aww! I'm so glad you enjoyed it!
Whitney!! You are an evil enabler --- again!! I have the Metra blazer, but have never made it. So, I just went and ordered a red ponte to make it out of. And of course, there was this gorgeous black, white, and red speckled knit that will make a a wonderful coordinating skirt. Love this video!!
Ooh! That sounds like an amazing outfit!
Oh those blazers give those outfits that bit of oomph ! . That just sets them off. Update on my TDCO pants fitting. Of course you know newbies are going to struggle some. There were a few learning curves at first. I did have my husband help me pin & mark waistband in back. On first attempt I pinned & marked top of leg to low. When I sewed waistband on the center seam didn’t reach waistband. However I just raised line up & it worked better. I may need to raise it 1/4-1/2 inch as the inner corner reaches but could be at bit better. I then saw the hem was not balanced . So I put a fold at top of muslin leg right beneath the waistband. The front is looking good nice & smooth. The back is almost there but the center seam goes about inch past my center and is little too baggy. I have a couple of darts but I’m thinking of taking a 1/4 inch seam down middle of back leg to bring it in a tad. Then I just have to taper in leg on outer seam. Then I just got to wrack my brain figuring out how to transfer my muslin changes to my pants pattern. Even though I had some difficulties I think I’m going to like this method of fitting pants. I like that I don’t have to mess with inseam. I never could get tapering😊 in pants legs right. I like that by doing waistband & hemming muslin leg first it really helped me to balance the top & hem better. I could look right down at hem & see it was not straight and straighten it. My inner seam looks good. Now just to bring outer seam in so it looks nice & get a little bagginess out of my backside. I hope this was not boring.
That’s exciting! It sounds like you’re making some progress!
Hi. What is your favourite stores to buy fabric from. Can you buy from Minerva from the US. Is the shipping cost very high? Love love your chanel. Thank you
My go-to stores are StyleMaker Fabrics (US), Blackbird Fabrics (Canada), Minerva (UK) and The Fabric Store (New Zealand/Australia). All of these have very reasonable international shipping. Minerva actually has free shipping if you spend over 50!
@@TomKatStitchery thank you so much
I love all three.
Thank you so much!
I LOVE boiled wool.😊
Me too!
Thanks Whitney, for the tutorial! I hope your mom is coming along well with her treatments🙏🏾🙏🏾
Thank you! She's getting ready to have round 2 next week so fingers crossed it goes well!
Love the Metra blazer pattern, I have 2.
It’s such a great pattern!
Love your blazers and would love to have that pattern!
Thank you!
I love my Metra blazers, too! Any time I can make a garment that elevates another is a perfect use of my sewing time and the fact that the Metra goes together soooo easily, is an added bonus! I find it to be very slenderizing as well (another added bonus!) This was very inspiring, Whitney, as I have two solid Metras and now I’m going to go for a third in a tone-on-tone plaid! ❤
I agree with ALL of this! You should definitely make a plaid one!
That blazer could have been made with you in mind! The red one!
Thank you!
We’re getting ready to wrap up nice weather in MI within the next few days!
I think we're supposed to get cold here as well!
Loved loved loved this video Whitney! Thank you 😊
I’m so glad!
I like the shawl collar.
Thank you! Me too!
Enjoyed the video-enough so that I, once again, am buying a LN pattern that you’ve shown! Was wondering if you changed the length on the brown plaid. It could be just difference between you actually wearing it compared to the white one hanging on mannequin.
The length of all three has been shortened 1”. The white one has more drape than the plaid one so that could be the difference as well!
Your Metra blazers look different from one another as you stand there. Is it because of the mannequins? (I’d have to try to compare your twirl videos for a more accurate look). The lapels on the red look uneven, compared to the ivory (just being picky, I know) and the plaid seems to have a larger front opening. I’m getting ready to cut mine out and sew it up and I just wondered about any fit adjustments you might have made, or other little changes to get the different looks. Perhaps it’s the fabrics themselves? You look stunning in the plaid, by the way.
I’m looking at the red and I also feel one lapel looks longer than the other but I’m wondering if it was done intentionally? Or is it how it’s hanging? They are pretty tho and I love them. Whitney?
Also, the shirt under the red blazer…#goals! So well done
I think the mannequins are what are throwing the different blazers. All three were made with the same size and alterations (I made the size M with full bust and shortened the body and the sleeves 1"). There is a good chance the red one was crooked on the mannequin as well. The plaid on is a more stable knit than the solid ones so that is playing a part in how that is sitting as well!
Thank you, Kellie! Yes, I think the red one was sitting crooked on the mannequin.
@@TomKatStitchery Thanks for clarifying, Whitney. I’m looking forward to making mine up.
I just bought 8 meters of boiled wool in 3 colours. Trying to decide what to make.
Ooh! Boiled wool is lovely!
I love the Metro Blazer. You made them look like different blazers. I'm just getting into Ponte. I thought Ponte was Ponte. There's a difference? Have you done a video I can reference? Thanx!
Ponte is ponte, but there are a different thicknesses and they have slightly different compositions. I really enjoy a rayon/nylon/spandex blend, but will use something with a poly as well!
Metra blazer is next on my list…question…approx how long does it take for Minerva fabric to arrive in the States? I swoon over their fabrics, but am hesitant to order because of the distance the fabric has to travel…I am not very good at planning ahead! 😅
Typically, I get my orders within 1 week of when they have been shipped.
I started sewing with Ponte back in 2009 when it had started to show up in sewing stores and on fabric websites. I no longer purchase Ponte with polyester in it due to pilling in high contact areas. I prefer Ponte with a rayon/nylon/stretch (lycra, spandex, elastane) fiber content.
The rayon/nylon/spandex is my typical go-to as well. However, if the poly is low enough, I think it holds up well.
Just love your videos!
Thank you!
I love this blazer, especially it in red! I’m wondering if you think this pattern could be downsized to a petite size? My bust is 30 3/4”. If so, could you advise me on what adjustments I would need to make? I know this a lot to ask but really would like to make this blazer. Thanks for any help you can give.😊
It could definitely be sized down! I have a petite adjustment video on the channel here: th-cam.com/video/IxQVU5V-pD0/w-d-xo.html . I think this combined with shortening the sleeves and the body at the waist would work great. You might also need a narrow shoulder adjustment and I have that tutorial on the channel as well: th-cam.com/video/QezzzOhi3m0/w-d-xo.html . You might need or want to take in your side seams a bit, but I think this combination should get you something that works really great!
@@TomKatStitchery THANK YOU SO MUCH! I really appreciate you answering my questions! I’m going to look at you video suggestions and then order the pattern. I’m not sure how quick I can get to it with the holidays coming but I will let you know how it goes!! Again THANK YOU!! Take care of yourself and sending prayers for your Mom!!
have you thought about making the blazer in stretch corduroy
I haven't, but as long as the fabric has at least 25% stretch, it would work!
I would never have considered Love Notions without your work. And, is it possible (and reasonably easy) to change a coat like the Love Notion's' Octave from double breasted to single breasted?
I haven’t made the Octave yet, but I would be able to tell how hard or easy it would be once I’ve looked at the actual pattern. It is definitely possible!
Wow-the blazers make you look tall and slim! I looked at your link to Minerva and all of the Ponte is sold out! Do you have another recommendation?
It is?!! Take a look at the StyleMaker Arietta Ponte (stylemakerfabrics.com/products/arietta-ponte-de-roma-solid-burgundy). I had that sample in my sample stack and it feels nice and stable for the Metra. Also, Stylemaker has a beautiful pin stripe Ponte that would be amazing (as well as some dark florals that would be cool). stylemakerfabrics.com/products/designer-pin-stripe-ponte-knit-midnight
Love the "Metra"-especially the plaid! Looks great (all 3)!
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Thank you!
i am a fan of the shawl collar. This might be the one to get me over my knit phobia, stable knit is the way to go. What seam finish would you do for the boiled wool? some sort of raw edge flat felt? I love the length of the red and plaid. I will have to watch video on the pocket.
I love the shawl collar as well! Stable knits (aka Ponte) is definitely the way to go to conquer any knit sewing fears. As far as the boiled wool, you could definitely use a raw edge flat fell! That would be beautiful!
Did you have to do any adjustments as far as the bust and shortening the length?
I made the Medium with the full bust front and then I shorten it 1" at the waist and shorten the sleeves 1" and that's it!
What size of metra blazer did you make?
I make the size medium with the full bust front. I shorten the bodice and the arms 1".
Did you shorten the pattern at all?
I did. I shorten most Love Notions patterns 1" at the waist as I have a short torso/high waist.
You always look good, but that pairing of the blazer and flair leg jeans is spectacular! Is it possible that you’ve lost weight? Or is it the outfit? Or is it both? I don’t know, but I do know that our legs don’t get longer as adults, and those wider leg jeans, paired with the blazer that leaves that vertical space through the top half of your body makes you appear to be suddenly much taller. 😍
I love that! I’m always looking to add height!
I have bought this pattern but not made it yet. I think it might be next on the cutting mat! Love the red one. Off to look at Minerva now!
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I have a bundle of patterns I want now! Unfortunately I called the local copy centre. It is soooo expensive to print them! Even one A0 costs more then the whole pattern🥲
I think all the time I did spend looking on and reading about the patterns, are a time not well spent😅
I’m pretty sure there is an online option for those in Europe. I can’t remember what it’s called, but I would google online copy shops. It’s much cheaper that way!