Hi Alex I know about the bees 🐝 of Manchester even though I live in NZ. I chose bee 🐝 fabric to make my first granddaughter’s bassinet sheets. My daughter who returned here from the Manchester to have baby Noa Rose here, said “oh Mum that is the symbol of Manchester where Noa was conceived!!” Loving your informative and interesting video, thank you. Pink top is gorgeous and like the tank tops. You are a lovely daughter in law to your husbands Mum 👗🧵
I agree Alex ! The top and cardigan to look great cropped, very trendy. I wasn’t interested in this top, until you said built in bra , that has sold it to me, Bridget
The 'sweater set' is a fantastic accident. The cropped length and deepened curved neckline give it an updated look. I am going to have to look for some of that fabric composition. All the other pieces turned out really nice. Sorry to hear your mother-in-law is losing her independence. My parents are requiring more help and are a fall away from needing a change in living arrangements. Always a worry. Great to take a bit of time to do something that makes you happy when you do get time to yourself. Sew On! All your wedding guest/holiday options are lovely. I need to wear sleeves now as I am sun sensitive. Finding fabric and pattern matches that are tolerable in the heat is my new challenge.
So nice to see you back Alex. Sorry to hear about your mother-in-law. Hope she is on the improve soon. Love, love your pattern inspo and makes as always. Would definitely be keen to see a tutorial on burrito facings if you get a chance. I like the Tessuti Claudia dress for a casual summer strappy dress where the straps don't fall off the shoulders. Enjoy the trip away to the wedding 💕
Alex you look gorgeous in all the renditions! VERY sexy at any age but truly at 54 you're a star and inspiration. When you modeled your pink True Bias top, honestly I thought, "Holy Cow!" Stunning. You should wear that all the time everywhere :))) I always appreciate when you do the same pattern in a number of different fabrics especially highlighting as you did with the grass green one, the difference using an inexpensive fabric versus one that costs more. Love your shiny green with the flowers - that will be just lovely with your colouring. I wonder if you've ever considered "body tape"? Some models use it to help keep their girls looking up and perky under clothing that is almost impossible to wear with a bra (they don't want to be bouncing down the runway after all :) ) Thank you for another fabulous video Alex! I hope you're MIL gets better soon and you enjoy the wedding!
Ahh thanks Kathleen, I saw something about body tape recently, it sounds sore 😀. I really should listen to my daughter's more, their attitude is be comfy, who cares if you're bouncing that's what boobs do 😂❤
@@AlexJudgeSews Your daughters sound like such a joy and truly that's not surprising at all 😊 I agree that we do need to be comfortable and for sure at my age that's number one! but being comfortable also must include our emotional/intellectual aspects too. I wear an FF bra cup (for 50 years) and honestly going braless would likely draw an inordinate number of stunned stares especially when dancing or running down the stairs 🤣🤣 even or perhaps especially at my age!! For some women that's just fun but for me it's the worst imaginable self consciousness, therefore well out of the comfortable zone.
Alex, you REALLY do suit that Teal colour sooo well, and that v neckline is stunning and very flattering on you! You've inspired me to get and make the pattern now :) x
I’ve just finished a fringe dress for a wedding I’m going to in august I did view b in a lovely viscose with a fairly large colourful print and a navy background, I’m pleased with the results. Have you thought of wider straps with the wrap dress, years ago I had some ready to wear that had a thread chain/ tiny rolleaux loop with pressstuds to hold bra straps in place under the tops they always felt secure About showing arms I couldn’t care less I’m a plus sized 64 year old and my opinion is I can’t see them when I’m out and about 😂😂😂😂
Thanks Bridget, I'd thought I might do something like that with the bra straps although yesterday I saw a brilliant post about bras for backless dresses so am tempted to try one of those. Love your arm thoughts 😀❤
Great video and really interesting to see the tank top in various fabrics. Very insightful, thank you. Hope all goes well for your mother in law Alex x
I did not know the connection between bees and Manchester. Very cool! I saw the Minerva custom viscose prints and thought they were stunning. Exactly the kind of prints I want to sew right now. I'm looking forward to seeing yours!
So sorry to hear about Dave’s mum! It’s unfortunately one of those things that we have to deal with at the age we are! Love those tanks, I’m sorely tempted to get the pattern….! Andrea to BeyondThePinkDoor stocks faux angora jersey - she’s got none in atm, but it is something she has usually in the autumn winter. Might be worth dropping her an e mail to see if she’s got any bolt ends etc Have you thought of putting cups in the dress top - similar to a swim suit? Might work x❤️❤️
Hi Alex I saw the Elbe pattern when it come out and loved the neckline and that it obviously was finished with a full facing of some type. Big tick. I then looked closer and saw it was cropped and immediately dismissed it. HOWEVER seeing it on you, and seeing that you have successfully lengthened it (I was also worried about extending it and shaping it around my hips. …..Well, couldn’t be bothered doing the work to do the adjustment actually). I also think the cropped one looks rockin’ on you anyway……. So, I am seriously looking at the pattern again. It has such a beautiful fit and neckline Thanks for reporting! And I am really interested in the pull-on pants episode!
Tracie, it was an easy job even for those of us who wish to apply minimum effort. I just added 15cm down and 25cm across for each pattern piece at the hem (my hips are 102, that gives 100cm) it's a major curve to the waist but it worked pretty well for me. 😀❤
The vest top with cardi and high waist trousers look great. Pleased to see you Calvin - I’ve been looking at the pattern for ages but can’t decide if it’s me or not. Looking forward to seeing your next version. As for bra straps, I used to worry about showing them but now don’t give a whatever!
Yep, I care less what people think with each passing year 😂. I'm still not 100% sure about the Calvin, I've finished the dress version today and I just don't know ...
Love your interesting vlog - always so helpful and informative. The dress is perfect for one of those scorching days. Looking forward to the pull on pants pattern reviews. In the last couple of years I think I must have lived in my Makers Atelier pull on pants - have four pairs and now definitely need to remake my navy pair, that despite careful washing has bobbles! They are certainly a quick and easy make ! The pattern fitted me straight out of the packet which was really lucky because at the time I knew even less than I do now about making trousers!! Xx
Unfortunately I had to take down the pull on pants review video due to an incorrect copyright claim 🙁. I really loved the Metro pants from Sinclair patterns and more recently I made the classic pants from The Sewing Revival, which a brilliant
Hi Alex, no need to apologize at all for not being around for a time...things happen that are more important 🙏...we missed you though 😉. Hope your mother in-law settles in ok and is happy. I'm a similar age to yourself and have a few ageing relatives and friends, so I understand 💕. Great to hear what you've been up to and such lovely things made. Your tops are lovely and your gym work is definitely paying off...you look amazing and nothing wrong with your arms 😋. I adore your true bias top and I'm sure when you have solved the fit at the sides it will look amazing and that gorgeous green fabric with the sheen will look fab on you I feel 💚. I have a couple of weddings to go too...one in June and one in August...so might get some inspiration for the August one from you. I'm wearing a bought top and palazzo trousers that I made for the June wedding..the McCall's M7757. Really pleased with them...made in a gorgeous rose printed viscose. I'm not really much of a dress wearer..but might think about a dress for August 👍💒. Enjoy your sewing Alex and looking forward to seeing your makes 😁💝😘
I see why we're referred to as the sandwich generation now, just as the kids are more independent we have our parents to worry about. Anyway, she's getting better in respite care and is safe which was our biggest worry. Thanks so much, Sally, the most significant benefit to the gym has been to my mood, even on achy days I feel great 😂
Those 2 green tops go perfectly together. Sorry to hear your mother in law has been Ill. Looking forward to seeing the trouser video as that’s what I need for work - lots of smart trousers.
I love the tank tops. I preferred the longer length for me anyway. I'm not sure if these were mentioned in your pants list but I've just discovered the Style Arc Talia Pants. Flat front waist with elastic at the back. Single welt pockets which really give them the look of 'proper' trousers. These were the hardest part for me as I didn't quite understand the instructions. I've made two pair and the second pockets were done better. Such a comfy pattern.
Really enjoyed your video. I like that tank pattern and will give it a try myself. You look great in that pink Calvin top. I feel it’s a bit straight for my body shape but I like the top a lot. Diana
Pink looks great on you! I enjoyed seeing the same tank in different fabrics - really helpful. Interesting about the no bra trend. I wonder if that's mostly smaller busts? I'm with you on that. Happy in my bra. Although I would ideally like to build support in my strapless dresses so I don't have to worry about a separate bra. I loathe strapless bras! Thank you for your video!
It could be, but I love the fact that my daughter is bemused by why we'd wear something so uncomfortable. I probably could ditch bra's, but it would feel so strange after all these years. ❤
Alex I love the top and especially your green one as I think it makes you look fantastic and feel the longer ones are more unflattering! Just what so see, and you know we see ourselves slightly different than others! You have a brilliant set now too 😃 So sorry to hear about John’s Mum but glad your getting some help. I love your pink colour but I think you have made many more better shaped/fitting tops and when it’s for something special you don’t want to have to fiddle with falling straps or ones that don’t cover your bra. Your pink holiday dress is great and super comfy looking make! I have two weddings to attend during the last bank holiday in August. Here in Northern Ireland we won’t have hot weather but it’s still difficult to know what to make. Last wedding I attended I got a very reasonable ready made skirt and made a top for £3.50 to match 🤩 I look forward to all the ideas that you get from your followers xx
Thanks Alison, I totally get what you're saying, I found once I started taking photographs/video of things I'd made that you see them in a different way to just looking in the mirror. I often like or dislike something and then when I come to edit the video I see it completely differently ❤
Love Elbe textiles and was looking at the Weiland but was concerned about the cropped length but all versions look great on you so I will probably go ahead and get the pattern. I'm busy sewing a holiday wardrobe and sorry to hear yours has to be cancelled but hope you enjoy the wedding. Wishing Daves Mum a speedy recovery. I know we are not really supposed to notice or comment but you look fab, the gym is paying dividends for sure....
Nice to see you back. The pants you are wearing are such a great fit are they the Chiara High Waist Trousers - Tessuti Patterns? Looking forward to your trouser episode.
Hi Alex, I've been seriously tempted to sew some built-in-bra tanks and dresses. Like you, I'm confounded with how to wear those lovely, strappy fashions without a bra, (being in my mid fifties as well). Thanks and well wishes to your family.
I love the tank top pattern and the green looks amazing as a two piece! I have a couple of RTW ones that are designed to be reversible - v one side and scoop the other so you can choose which way round to wear it. The New Look dress is a great shape and the neckline really suits you! Like the hot pink of the Calvin wrap - you could add an a-line skirt and have a two piece dress for versatility.
haha as I was talking about the neckline I was thinking I ought to make one with both necklines 😀. I might even have enough of that hot pink linen to make a skirt, I hadn't even thought of that - thanks for a brilliant idea 😘
@@AlexJudgeSews it seems like such a clever thing to have a reversible tank…..although I rarely wear the V side but it’s nice to have the option. Yay so glad you might have enough fabric to make a skirt, it would look great as a two piece dress and also be more versatile (I’m all about versatility and practicality haha) 😘
Luved all the different tank looks and fabric comparison.. definitely a fan of the longer tank.. especially the black/white print... the sweater with the tank also looks fantastic together.. the slip dress is a great fit.. will likely be your summer go to :)
These tanks all look great on you! I know that Beyond the Pink Door has had faux angora and I see there's a remnant on her website. May want to contact Andrea about it?
Sorry Dave’s Mum isn’t doing so well, I hope things settle down soon. I wonder if you could make the tank from swimsuit material with a power mesh shelf and some matching pants and then you would have a tankini? I love the green fabric, it really suits you x
Hi Alex, please can you let me know which trousers you went for as pull ons, I'm about to embark on some but can't decide which to go for! Love your videos, especially your choice of colours. I often find myself seeking out the patterns you choose. Thank you for the inspiration X
Yes, to the Burrito method on the lined top. Please and thanks 😊.
Will do!!
Hi Alex I know about the bees 🐝 of Manchester even though I live in NZ. I chose bee 🐝 fabric to make my first granddaughter’s bassinet sheets. My daughter who returned here from the Manchester to have baby Noa Rose here, said “oh Mum that is the symbol of Manchester where Noa was conceived!!” Loving your informative and interesting video, thank you. Pink top is gorgeous and like the tank tops. You are a lovely daughter in law to your husbands Mum 👗🧵
Yes please to the all in one burrito vlog!
Love love love the tank cropped cardigan combo
Will do!!
Love the neckline on the pink dress. Fabulous makes. That painting would look amazing as fabric xxxxxxxxxxx
Ahhh thank you, I’ve thought about that, maybe I should do a colab 😁
Yes please to the tutorial.
I agree Alex ! The top and cardigan to look great cropped, very trendy. I wasn’t interested in this top, until you said built in bra , that has sold it to me, Bridget
I love the cropped tank with the sweater. It looks fabulous. I think a tutorial on how to sew that burrito on the tank would be great!
Thank you, will do
The 'sweater set' is a fantastic accident. The cropped length and deepened curved neckline give it an updated look. I am going to have to look for some of that fabric composition. All the other pieces turned out really nice. Sorry to hear your mother-in-law is losing her independence. My parents are requiring more help and are a fall away from needing a change in living arrangements. Always a worry. Great to take a bit of time to do something that makes you happy when you do get time to yourself. Sew On! All your wedding guest/holiday options are lovely. I need to wear sleeves now as I am sun sensitive. Finding fabric and pattern matches that are tolerable in the heat is my new challenge.
So nice to see you back Alex. Sorry to hear about your mother-in-law. Hope she is on the improve soon. Love, love your pattern inspo and makes as always. Would definitely be keen to see a tutorial on burrito facings if you get a chance. I like the Tessuti Claudia dress for a casual summer strappy dress where the straps don't fall off the shoulders. Enjoy the trip away to the wedding 💕
Thank you so much, I'd forgotten that pattern! I've made it before, but the fabric was a bit itchy so I never wear it. ❤
The cropped tops look amazing on you 😊
Oh thank you!
Your cardigan and top go great together. I love your spotty print tank.
Lovely! Yes please for the facing demonstration
Alex you look gorgeous in all the renditions! VERY sexy at any age but truly at 54 you're a star and inspiration. When you modeled your pink True Bias top, honestly I thought, "Holy Cow!" Stunning. You should wear that all the time everywhere :))) I always appreciate when you do the same pattern in a number of different fabrics especially highlighting as you did with the grass green one, the difference using an inexpensive fabric versus one that costs more. Love your shiny green with the flowers - that will be just lovely with your colouring. I wonder if you've ever considered "body tape"? Some models use it to help keep their girls looking up and perky under clothing that is almost impossible to wear with a bra (they don't want to be bouncing down the runway after all :) ) Thank you for another fabulous video Alex! I hope you're MIL gets better soon and you enjoy the wedding!
Ahh thanks Kathleen, I saw something about body tape recently, it sounds sore 😀. I really should listen to my daughter's more, their attitude is be comfy, who cares if you're bouncing that's what boobs do 😂❤
@@AlexJudgeSews Your daughters sound like such a joy and truly that's not surprising at all 😊 I agree that we do need to be comfortable and for sure at my age that's number one! but being comfortable also must include our emotional/intellectual aspects too. I wear an FF bra cup (for 50 years) and honestly going braless would likely draw an inordinate number of stunned stares especially when dancing or running down the stairs 🤣🤣 even or perhaps especially at my age!! For some women that's just fun but for me it's the worst imaginable self consciousness, therefore well out of the comfortable zone.
Fantastic plans and I love all the tanks 😊
Nicely made🙂
Absolutely love those tops!
Yay! Thank you!
Alex, you REALLY do suit that Teal colour sooo well, and that v neckline is stunning and very flattering on you! You've inspired me to get and make the pattern now :) x
I’ve just finished a fringe dress for a wedding I’m going to in august I did view b in a lovely viscose with a fairly large colourful print and a navy background, I’m pleased with the results. Have you thought of wider straps with the wrap dress, years ago I had some ready to wear that had a thread chain/ tiny rolleaux loop with pressstuds to hold bra straps in place under the tops they always felt secure About showing arms I couldn’t care less I’m a plus sized 64 year old and my opinion is I can’t see them when I’m out and about 😂😂😂😂
Thanks Bridget, I'd thought I might do something like that with the bra straps although yesterday I saw a brilliant post about bras for backless dresses so am tempted to try one of those. Love your arm thoughts 😀❤
PS please don’t apologise, we realise life gets in the way.
PPS lovely little pink dress 👗
Looks really good on you 🐝🧵🐝
Yes to burrito method vid for a top, please x
Noted!
Loving the tanks, they fit so well! Would love to see a tutorial. Thank you!
Love the tanks. They all look really good, except the green one. Would love to see the burrito method for thd tank.
Coming soon!
Great video and really interesting to see the tank top in various fabrics. Very insightful, thank you. Hope all goes well for your mother in law Alex x
Thank you, she's getting better by the day 😘
Nice video, look amazing in green, thank for sharing
I did not know the connection between bees and Manchester. Very cool! I saw the Minerva custom viscose prints and thought they were stunning. Exactly the kind of prints I want to sew right now. I'm looking forward to seeing yours!
So sorry to hear about Dave’s mum! It’s unfortunately one of those things that we have to deal with at the age we are! Love those tanks, I’m sorely tempted to get the pattern….! Andrea to BeyondThePinkDoor stocks faux angora jersey - she’s got none in atm, but it is something she has usually in the autumn winter. Might be worth dropping her an e mail to see if she’s got any bolt ends etc Have you thought of putting cups in the dress top - similar to a swim suit? Might work x❤️❤️
Lynne, cups in the top is a brilliant idea! thanks so much - I'll get in touch with Andrea, that's great to know too ❤❤❤❤
Fantastic video!! You're just the best!
Can't wait for the fav pants video!! Take care🙌
Wow! It looks planned. You are lucky. I enjoyed your video.
Alex, love the makes. Looking forward to your next video!
Suzanne
Hi Alex
I saw the Elbe pattern when it come out and loved the neckline and that it obviously was finished with a full facing of some type. Big tick. I then looked closer and saw it was cropped and immediately dismissed it. HOWEVER seeing it on you, and seeing that you have successfully lengthened it (I was also worried about extending it and shaping it around my hips. …..Well, couldn’t be bothered doing the work to do the adjustment actually).
I also think the cropped one looks rockin’ on you anyway…….
So, I am seriously looking at the pattern again. It has such a beautiful fit and neckline
Thanks for reporting!
And I am really interested in the pull-on pants episode!
Tracie, it was an easy job even for those of us who wish to apply minimum effort. I just added 15cm down and 25cm across for each pattern piece at the hem (my hips are 102, that gives 100cm) it's a major curve to the waist but it worked pretty well for me. 😀❤
The vest top with cardi and high waist trousers look great. Pleased to see you Calvin - I’ve been looking at the pattern for ages but can’t decide if it’s me or not. Looking forward to seeing your next version. As for bra straps, I used to worry about showing them but now don’t give a whatever!
Yep, I care less what people think with each passing year 😂. I'm still not 100% sure about the Calvin, I've finished the dress version today and I just don't know ...
Look forward to seeing the new Calvin. The pattern envelope photo looks so good.
Love your interesting vlog - always so helpful and informative. The dress is perfect for one of those scorching days. Looking forward to the pull on pants pattern reviews. In the last couple of years I think I must have lived in my Makers Atelier pull on pants - have four pairs and now definitely need to remake my navy pair, that despite careful washing has bobbles! They are certainly a quick and easy make ! The pattern fitted me straight out of the packet which was really lucky because at the time I knew even less than I do now about making trousers!! Xx
Unfortunately I had to take down the pull on pants review video due to an incorrect copyright claim 🙁. I really loved the Metro pants from Sinclair patterns and more recently I made the classic pants from The Sewing Revival, which a brilliant
@@AlexJudgeSews oh thank you I’ll have to look these up- just ordered the Naya, always good to have Simple, easy T shirt pattern. 😊
I am totally loving the trendy twin set look. Very flattering but really modern silhouette. Gorgeous colour too.
Thanks Evelyn, hope all is well with you 😘
Hi Alex, no need to apologize at all for not being around for a time...things happen that are more important 🙏...we missed you though 😉. Hope your mother in-law settles in ok and is happy. I'm a similar age to yourself and have a few ageing relatives and friends, so I understand 💕. Great to hear what you've been up to and such lovely things made. Your tops are lovely and your gym work is definitely paying off...you look amazing and nothing wrong with your arms 😋. I adore your true bias top and I'm sure when you have solved the fit at the sides it will look amazing and that gorgeous green fabric with the sheen will look fab on you I feel 💚. I have a couple of weddings to go too...one in June and one in August...so might get some inspiration for the August one from you. I'm wearing a bought top and palazzo trousers that I made for the June wedding..the McCall's M7757. Really pleased with them...made in a gorgeous rose printed viscose. I'm not really much of a dress wearer..but might think about a dress for August 👍💒. Enjoy your sewing Alex and looking forward to seeing your makes 😁💝😘
I see why we're referred to as the sandwich generation now, just as the kids are more independent we have our parents to worry about. Anyway, she's getting better in respite care and is safe which was our biggest worry. Thanks so much, Sally, the most significant benefit to the gym has been to my mood, even on achy days I feel great 😂
You have such a beautiful hair 😍
Those 2 green tops go perfectly together. Sorry to hear your mother in law has been Ill. Looking forward to seeing the trouser video as that’s what I need for work - lots of smart trousers.
Thanks Elise, trousers coming soon. ❤
I love the tank tops. I preferred the longer length for me anyway. I'm not sure if these were mentioned in your pants list but I've just discovered the Style Arc Talia Pants. Flat front waist with elastic at the back. Single welt pockets which really give them the look of 'proper' trousers. These were the hardest part for me as I didn't quite understand the instructions. I've made two pair and the second pockets were done better. Such a comfy pattern.
Thanks for the tip Diane, Style Arc instructions are never that clear so it's not you! 😄💓
Really enjoyed your video. I like that tank pattern and will give it a try myself. You look great in that pink Calvin top. I feel it’s a bit straight for my body shape but I like the top a lot. Diana
Thank you so much ❤
Pink looks great on you! I enjoyed seeing the same tank in different fabrics - really helpful. Interesting about the no bra trend. I wonder if that's mostly smaller busts? I'm with you on that. Happy in my bra. Although I would ideally like to build support in my strapless dresses so I don't have to worry about a separate bra. I loathe strapless bras! Thank you for your video!
It could be, but I love the fact that my daughter is bemused by why we'd wear something so uncomfortable. I probably could ditch bra's, but it would feel so strange after all these years. ❤
@@AlexJudgeSews I love that too. It would be great to create a different expectation where bras weren't a thing anymore. Your daughter is right!
Gosh you look fantastic in those tanks Alex! I love the shape of that pattern! And definitely keep wearing the pink! It’s gorgeous on you 💕
Ahh thanks Pal, I bet you were told not to wear pink too 😀
Alex I love the top and especially your green one as I think it makes you look fantastic and feel the longer ones are more unflattering! Just what so see, and you know we see ourselves slightly different than others! You have a brilliant set now too 😃
So sorry to hear about John’s Mum but glad your getting some help.
I love your pink colour but I think you have made many more better shaped/fitting tops and when it’s for something special you don’t want to have to fiddle with falling straps or ones that don’t cover your bra.
Your pink holiday dress is great and super comfy looking make!
I have two weddings to attend during the last bank holiday in August. Here in Northern Ireland we won’t have hot weather but it’s still difficult to know what to make.
Last wedding I attended I got a very reasonable ready made skirt and made a top for £3.50 to match 🤩
I look forward to all the ideas that you get from your followers xx
Thanks Alison, I totally get what you're saying, I found once I started taking photographs/video of things I'd made that you see them in a different way to just looking in the mirror. I often like or dislike something and then when I come to edit the video I see it completely differently ❤
Love Elbe textiles and was looking at the Weiland but was concerned about the cropped length but all versions look great on you so I will probably go ahead and get the pattern. I'm busy sewing a holiday wardrobe and sorry to hear yours has to be cancelled but hope you enjoy the wedding. Wishing Daves Mum a speedy recovery. I know we are not really supposed to notice or comment but you look fab, the gym is paying dividends for sure....
And yes to the tutorial
Oh thank you Liz, I've surprised myself by sticking to it and actually enjoying it (more after rather than during) 😂❤
I think that dress with the rouching will look stunning on your cute figure.
I would really appreciate it if you did a video how to do the borrito method on this top, please please!
Great, will do.
Nice to see you back. The pants you are wearing are such a great fit are they the Chiara High Waist Trousers - Tessuti Patterns? Looking forward to your trouser episode.
Yes they are, I only wish they had pockets or I'd remembered to add some 😀❤
I love those tops Alex and would be very interested in seeing a tutorial on doing a all in 1 burrito ❤️❤️
Coming soon!
Hi Alex, I've been seriously tempted to sew some built-in-bra tanks and dresses. Like you, I'm confounded with how to wear those lovely, strappy fashions without a bra, (being in my mid fifties as well). Thanks and well wishes to your family.
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I love the tank top pattern and the green looks amazing as a two piece! I have a couple of RTW ones that are designed to be reversible - v one side and scoop the other so you can choose which way round to wear it. The New Look dress is a great shape and the neckline really suits you! Like the hot pink of the Calvin wrap - you could add an a-line skirt and have a two piece dress for versatility.
haha as I was talking about the neckline I was thinking I ought to make one with both necklines 😀. I might even have enough of that hot pink linen to make a skirt, I hadn't even thought of that - thanks for a brilliant idea 😘
@@AlexJudgeSews it seems like such a clever thing to have a reversible tank…..although I rarely wear the V side but it’s nice to have the option. Yay so glad you might have enough fabric to make a skirt, it would look great as a two piece dress and also be more versatile (I’m all about versatility and practicality haha) 😘
The tops are so flattering on you - you look phenomenal. I’m definitely tempted to try this one!
Oh thank you! 😊💓
Luved all the different tank looks and fabric comparison.. definitely a fan of the longer tank.. especially the black/white print... the sweater with the tank also looks fantastic together.. the slip dress is a great fit.. will likely be your summer go to :)
These tanks all look great on you! I know that Beyond the Pink Door has had faux angora and I see there's a remnant on her website. May want to contact Andrea about it?
What a fabulous pattern thanks for showing it! Looks amazing with the matching cardigan
Thank you! 😊
Hi Alex. I love your vest tops - they look fabulous on you! Thanks for sharing and tips on how to choose the right fabric. Much appreciated! 😍
Great video, thanks for your time.
My pleasure!
Sorry Dave’s Mum isn’t doing so well, I hope things settle down soon. I wonder if you could make the tank from swimsuit material with a power mesh shelf and some matching pants and then you would have a tankini? I love the green fabric, it really suits you x
Great minds Kerrry! I was just thinking that this morning 😀❤
Great vlog love the tank you look fantastic
Yay, thank you!
Loved the tank and cardigan together. Great colour for you.
Thank you! 😊
Hi Alex, please can you let me know which trousers you went for as pull ons, I'm about to embark on some but can't decide which to go for! Love your videos, especially your choice of colours. I often find myself seeking out the patterns you choose. Thank you for the inspiration X
I'll dm you 😄
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