When we first had the idea of doing a spring fabric blog tour all the way back in January, we had no idea it would develop into such an amazing experience. At the end of the two week tour we couldn’t help but be inspired to dive head first into our spring sewing and try new and different looks that we would have never tried before. We can’t thank you all enough for following along with us and learning more about how to approach sewing and your own unique style!
For those of you who missed out on all of the amazing garments and ideas (or if you did follow along but wanted to revisit a few stops), here is a recap of how we started spring 2016! We also added links to the patterns and fabric used on each stop for easy reference.
We officially launched the Spring Canvas Blog Tour right here on the Style Maker Blog with one of our favorite trends- STRIPES! We sewed up two stripe knit tops perfect for spring. Both show off the stripe knits beautifully and are way too comfortable. Read more about them HERE along with a few tips about sewing with stripes.
Patterns: Lane Raglan by Hey June | Lark Tee by Grainline Studio
Fabrics: Narrow Stripe Knit, Wide Stripe Knit | Large Repeating Stripe Knit
Next stop took us over to Christine Haynes’ blog, City Stitching, to read more about her quest to learn more about her style and her wardrobe as a whole. She shared a couple of amazing new staples, a classic button-up and a pleated skirt, that she can mix and match with any number of other items in her closet. Read more about her journey HERE.
Patterns: Archer Button Up by Grainline Studio | Self Drafted Skirt
Fabrics: White Pin Dot Shirting | Classic Linen Blend
We then hopped over to Sara’s blog to check out not one, but two stunning new looks for spring. She truly showed off both of the fabrics she selected and her photographs are absolutely incredible! Learn more about both her looks HERE.
Patterns: Marthe Blouse by Republique Du Chiffon | Inari Tee Dress by Named Clothing
Fabrics: Shibori Rayon Challis | Palm Tree Double Knit
Next up, Abbey, from Sew Charleston, sewed up one of our favorite new patterns, the Bowline Sweater. We love the movement and texture of this great top, especially with the added structure this fabric adds. Learn more about her fun top HERE. Be sure to also check out Abbey’s video highlighting some of her favorite fabrics from our spring collection HERE.
Pattern: Bowline Sweater by Papercut Patterns
Fabric: Textured Double Knit
On day five we headed down to Texas to check out Mary’s amazing shirt dress. Our first version of this pattern on this tour, we love this use gingham! And isn’t that color just perfect. Learn more about Mary’s garment and the variations she used to make it suit her style perfectly HERE.
Pattern: M7351 by McCall’s
Fabric: Stretch Gingham Shirting
Next, we hopped across the pond to check our Rachel’s perfectly on trend off the shoulder blouse. She went over the top with this self drafted pattern. And did you seen the tie cuffs she added? Amazing! Read all about her look and styling HERE.
Pattern: Self Drafted Blouse
Fabric: Cotton Poplin Shirting
Kisha, of Sew Crafty Chemist, gave us a closer look at some of her mad sewing skills. While here garment didn’t turn out just as she had hopped, she did learn a lot in the process and gladly shared those lessons with us. Learn more HERE.
Pattern: S1756 by Simplicty
Fabrics: White Linen Blend
Day Eight: Girls in the Garden
We then visited Lori, from Girls in the Garden, to check out her new look for spring. She too decided on making two garments- an striking twill jacket with matching rayon top. These colors looks so good on her and are absolutely perfect for spring! Learn more about her inspiration, fabric choices and techniques HERE.
Patterns: B6661 by Burda Style | M7093 by McCall’s
Fabrics: Brushed Twill | Brushstroke Rayon Challis
On day nine Adrianna, of Hey June Handmade, shared her new Cheyenne button-up in our beautiful Japanese tencel shirting. She claims that she has no style, but her photos and amazing spring outfit tell us the real story! Read her beautifully written post HERE.
Patterns: Cheyenne Tunic by Hey June Handmade | Self Drafted Infinity Scarf
(Check out our Infinity Scarf Tutorial HERE)
Fabrics: Japanese Tencel Shirting | Floral Print Chiffon
The amazing photos just keep coming! Next up, Kennis, of Itch to Stitch, shared her new sleeveless top and matching culottes. The perfect look for this summer or, if you are her and living in Costa Rica, right NOW! Learn more about her amazing look HERE.
Patterns: Mila Shirt by Itch to Stitch | Emily Culottes by Itch to Stitch
Fabrics: Embrace Double Gauze | Montauk Twill
Day Eleven: Diary of a Sewing Fanatic
Day eleven brought us Carolyn and her striking spring topper that she sewed up for the tour. Doesn’t this geometric pattern just look smashing? Complete with handmade bias even. Learn all about Carolyn’s style and one of her favorite patterns HERE.
Pattern: Her own creation using a variety of patterns- See pattern recommendations in her post
Fabric: Jacquard Suiting
We wrapped up the tour with Lauren’s adorable summer dress. The second version of M7351 and so different than the first- a bit more relaxed and fun in this rayon! And that print and color- so much fun for the warmer weather! Check out her post HERE.
Pattern: M7351 by McCall’s
Fabric: Cherry Print Rayon
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Thank you so much for joining up for our Spring Canvas Blog Tour. Huge shout out to all of the participants as well- we couldn’t have done it without you and all your amazing creativity and style! Hopefully you find this recap helpful. We would love to hear what you favorite stop on the tour was or what you have been inspired to sew for spring! Please share in the comments below!
Don’t forget to check out all of the other amazing fabrics that have arrived in the shop for the season. There are so many incredible finds for every look and style. We even have a stack of our own just waiting to be sewn up!
Happy Spring Sewing!
Michelle
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