I have only just come across your RUclips channel. I really enjoyed this video. Such relevant information, beautifully delivered. I look forward to watching more from you 💐
Why am I still not convinced by the Stevie pattern? I have now seen it on loads of different people and continue to think it’s shapeless and not particularly flattering on anyone. Perhaps the kindest I can say about it is it makes a good beach cover up, but there are other, less expensive, beach cover up patterns around.... tell me again why people are raving about this pattern? Loved all the fabric you showed; so tempting !
thanks Muriel 😊 Yes, it's definitely not for everyone. No idea about people raving, I haven't seen anyone's review of it yet. It is what it is, just a simple boxy dress/top. Next time I'm reviewing a more fitted silhouette 😊
Thanks so much for reviewing this! I love this pattern so much, but I fall at the upper end of the pattern sizing. I was concerned it would be too small for me, but with the amount of ease you describe, I think it would fit me. I picked up my sewing last year after a decades long hiatus, and I would like to start working on some simple garments for myself. I've done pajama pants and shorts, but haven't yet tried a top. Yours is beautiful! As far as your hair goes, your natural color is really pretty. I thought about letting mine grow out, but I look so washed out and tired in my grey. My color is not flattering, so I just recolored again this month. I am sick of doing it, but until it's a more even and pretty color, I'm going to keep doing the hair dye every couple of months.
thanks Patty 😊 Yes, I'd definitely try it, it's a comfy dress/top and the ease will help with fitting as you say. Ahh, enjoy your hair as you like it, that's the beauty isn't it? We can choose.xx
Stitchy Bee i do hope I can get it to fit because it’s so cute and I really want to try out my own garments. I didn’t realize it had so much built in ease so that will really help. I guess hair is a life long battle. 😂😂😂 I’ve seen some women have it dyed to the grey or white they are growing out, and that makes the process with longer hair much easier. I keep mine so short that all the color is cut out by the thirdcut.
Hi Cheryl, your colour is growing out really nice , you will rock it. Love your Stevie, I just have the hem to do on mine. I used a fabric I had in my stash for about 10 years. When I bought it I loved it, washed it as soon as I got home with another fabric and the black discoloured the green so it put me off using it. So I thought I'd use it as a wearable muslin,and I love it. Can't wait to see more of your makes. Thank you so much Val🇨🇦🇬🇧❤️
Oh wow we are literal body twins! Height too! This has been so helpful - I have traced a size 6 to be a cosy loose fit and now think that may be drowning! Thanks so much for this review!
Would look good in Orla print . Just bought the Stevie and I’m going to grade up . You don’t look old enough to be grey , I can’t wait to go grey I’m 57 this year and only have 5 greys at fringe , love your grey colour xx
Hi, good to see you back. I'm surprised your a size 14 in rtw, you look much smaller! My body measurements are quite close to yours, 34, 29, 41. I made a size 3 for the Stevie and I usually go for a size 4 in her woven patterns. I still had to take it in a lot and I actually changed the shape slightly to come in at the waist to accommodate my pear shape. Great vlog xx
I bought the stevie pattern last year still not made it but you have inspired me to get on with it . I grew out my grey last year and the year before now back to dying again . Good luck with growing out your grey
Hi ,I am in the middle of sewing the stevie but wasn't sure how you sew the bottom half of the back with the top .I'm doing like yours with the ties .is it the burreoto method .don't quite understand it.xx
Great review as always Cheryl. I’ve had my eye on the Stevie so you’ve helped me decide to go for it. You’re hair is looking fab. Thanks as always for sharing and great to see you back. Have a lovely weekend 😻
After seeing your video this morning, I bought the Stevie. The pattern is now printed, pieced together and cut to size😻 I hope to make a toile tomorrow. I’ve put on so much weight recently as I’ve not been too well so I’m looking for something boxy to hide it bit until I can hopefully lose some of the weight. Thanks for the inspiration 😻
@@sewagnes6706 I know the feeling Agnes, although you always look great. I hope you feel better soon. Enjoy sewing your Stevie is a really lovely sew, very simple and a pleasure to make. x
Our measurements are almost identical (I'm a tad bit straighter through the waist, more like 35-36" in the waist) so this video was soooo helpful! I'm joining Sewn on the Tyne's sew-along as my first foray into dressmaking, starting with the Stevie!
Great podcast. I am just starting to venture in to garment making and your tutorials and fabric selections are a huge help for a complete novice like me. Thank you 🐨🇦🇺
Thank you for this lovely video Ive bought this pattern ready and I've bought the fabric from you. I so can't wait to make it. It looks fabulous on you! I love tilly and the buttons. I think watching the pattern reviews and fabric recommendations really helps so thank you, I attend to order more fabric x
I don't have the stevie pattern so could you,please,show us how the pocket is sewn.thanks.I think it would look better longer as a dress rather than a tunic I liked the bluey fabric it was such an unusual colour.
thanks Maureen 😊 I feel a bit funny about using Tilly's method on here, so I'll leave it in the pattern for now if that's ok. I know designers work so hard to come up with new ways, it must be frustrating for them when other's demo their ideas. Hope you understand, I try to be as kind as possible to other creators.
Thank you for this AND lovely to see you again! Your dress/tunic is charming and yes you could size down but I also agree that in the hot weather is easier born with looser clothing. I think I will now purchase this pattern. Marjolijn
I had the same fitting issue when I made the SewOverIt ultimate shift dress. Very baggy in the waist. I ended up giving up on that pattern. I was afraid of having the same issue in future makes. If you make any alterations that work, please show us. I would love to try them on my shift dress.
Me, too. With the SOI Ult. Shift Dress, I mean. I'm afraid it came out very much like a potato sack on me ... not loose and flowy or pleasant, just baggy. That experience has put me off the Stevie, for now. I'm sure it's a great pattern. But I also feel that a lot of whether a shift dress looks nice on me (or the Stevie style with grown on sleeves) has to do with how the shoulders sit and that doesn't feel like something I can tweak yet. But I'm sure enjoying it on others -- so many people are making it!
The Ultimate Shift fitted me better. I guess the best way to check before cutting is to lay out the pattern over a well fitting similar garment you own and compare.
Hi Cheryl, lovely to see you back...I missed you 💕. I love your Stevie... I'm a fan of chambray and it looks great in that pattern 👌. Gorgeous fabrics as usual and find your fabric choices to go with patterns super useful...thanks so much Cheryl 💝😁👍😘
Good to see you back Cheryl. Thanks for sharing your review. I had no idea there was a "movement" to own your grey hair. I stopped dying my hair in March and have been struggling with the idea of letting it go grey. I have been dying my grey hairs since I was 16! My poor old follicles have suffered badly from that prolonged abuse. I will check out your Instagram posts now x
Gorgeous make as always!! Would be beautiful for your holidays!! So great to see this review. I’m 5 ft 9” and having most patterns drafted for about 5ft 6” it’s so great to see what it looks like on the “taller ladies” 🥰
thank you so much Rachael, I feel the same, it's always good to know how things fit on others isn't it? I always have to lengthen bodices, sleeves and legs - ha ha good job we sew 😊
I would of thought it will make them smaller but not by much look at a pattern that has several sizes and it gives you the size from large to smaller and you can see the difference
I think on this pattern, there's room around the arms, but you're right to point it out as most patterns would be tight. Best to grade down at the waist and hip if the top fits well already.
I have done my bows in ribbon after the first one which is much lighter. I haven’t yet made one in Viscose or crepe but think it would hang nicely. I’ve made mine as dresses(4 inches added). Great tunic😁
Great review. I’ve already made the Stevie top in a linen fabric I was given free, so was useful to see how the pattern worked. Completely agree, a more drapery fabric would work better. Love you fabric suggestions, that leopard print is surprisingly tempting 😉
All of your fabrics are beautiful and I love how the dress turned out I think it looks great on you and I will be hopping over to take a look at your personal Instagram account to see the progress on your grey hair coming out it looks beautiful and I look forward to seeing you next video.🤗
Hair is looking good Cheryl. 😍 I’m a nightmare traveller I never pack light just light clothes and lots of them 😂😂Love the tunic such fun fabric 🤗 also want to pass on a tip from Silouette patterns to use a size 70 needle and stitch length 3 it’s such a revelation to sewing all types of fabrics even stretch fabric works every time for me 😀😀 happy sewing
I have only just come across your RUclips channel. I really enjoyed this video. Such relevant information, beautifully delivered. I look forward to watching more from you 💐
ahh thank you so much Ann, enjoy your sewing 💐
Thank you for your reviews, I really appreciate them xx
thank you Margaret, I appreciate you following 😊
I've never sewn clothes before but I'm attempting this dress at the weekend. Hoping it's not a total disaster!
ahh you'll do great Caroline. It's all about choosing the right fabric I think on this one. Good luck and enjoy the process 😊x
Thank you for your tips and tricks.
you're welcome Francine 😊
Lovely to see and hear you again. Xx
thank you Sonia 😊
Why am I still not convinced by the Stevie pattern? I have now seen it on loads of different people and continue to think it’s shapeless and not particularly flattering on anyone. Perhaps the kindest I can say about it is it makes a good beach cover up, but there are other, less expensive, beach cover up patterns around.... tell me again why people are raving about this pattern? Loved all the fabric you showed; so tempting !
thanks Muriel 😊 Yes, it's definitely not for everyone. No idea about people raving, I haven't seen anyone's review of it yet. It is what it is, just a simple boxy dress/top. Next time I'm reviewing a more fitted silhouette 😊
Looks great!
thanks Raquel 😊
Thank you so much for sharing and I think your tunic looks marvellous on you. The length is perfect
Thanks so much for reviewing this! I love this pattern so much, but I fall at the upper end of the pattern sizing. I was concerned it would be too small for me, but with the amount of ease you describe, I think it would fit me. I picked up my sewing last year after a decades long hiatus, and I would like to start working on some simple garments for myself. I've done pajama pants and shorts, but haven't yet tried a top. Yours is beautiful! As far as your hair goes, your natural color is really pretty. I thought about letting mine grow out, but I look so washed out and tired in my grey. My color is not flattering, so I just recolored again this month. I am sick of doing it, but until it's a more even and pretty color, I'm going to keep doing the hair dye every couple of months.
thanks Patty 😊 Yes, I'd definitely try it, it's a comfy dress/top and the ease will help with fitting as you say. Ahh, enjoy your hair as you like it, that's the beauty isn't it? We can choose.xx
Stitchy Bee i do hope I can get it to fit because it’s so cute and I really want to try out my own garments. I didn’t realize it had so much built in ease so that will really help. I guess hair is a life long battle. 😂😂😂 I’ve seen some women have it dyed to the grey or white they are growing out, and that makes the process with longer hair much easier. I keep mine so short that all the color is cut out by the thirdcut.
Hi Cheryl, your colour is growing out really nice , you will rock it. Love your Stevie, I just have the hem to do on mine. I used a fabric I had in my stash for about 10 years. When I bought it I loved it, washed it as soon as I got home with another fabric and the black discoloured the green so it put me off using it. So I thought I'd use it as a wearable muslin,and I love it. Can't wait to see more of your makes. Thank you so much Val🇨🇦🇬🇧❤️
thanks Val 😊 Enjoy yours, it's a lovely comfy dress to wear isn't it?
Oh wow we are literal body twins! Height too! This has been so helpful - I have traced a size 6 to be a cosy loose fit and now think that may be drowning! Thanks so much for this review!
Would look good in Orla print .
Just bought the Stevie and I’m going to grade up .
You don’t look old enough to be grey , I can’t wait to go grey I’m 57 this year and only have 5 greys at fringe , love your grey colour xx
thanks Jules, I'm loving going grey 😊
Hi, good to see you back. I'm surprised your a size 14 in rtw, you look much smaller! My body measurements are quite close to yours, 34, 29, 41. I made a size 3 for the Stevie and I usually go for a size 4 in her woven patterns. I still had to take it in a lot and I actually changed the shape slightly to come in at the waist to accommodate my pear shape. Great vlog xx
Sew Little Time Thank you 😊 I do tend to wear clothes a bit larger than I need, I’m all about comfort 👍🏻
I bought the stevie pattern last year still not made it but you have inspired me to get on with it . I grew out my grey last year and the year before now back to dying again . Good luck with growing out your grey
thanks Lousie 😊 That's the best thing about hair, we have so many choices.x
The fabric is beautiful. And your Stevie looks amazing.
thank you so much 😊
Your natural color is going to be beautiful!
thanks Betty 😊
So wonderful to see you back. I found I missed your cheery self. I know it is hard as we adjust to being without our Moms. Welcome back.
ahh bless you thanks Teri, I missed you all too 😊
Hi Cheryl so good to see you back really enjoy your reviews and fabric matches so thank you
thank you Wendy 😊
Hi ,I am in the middle of sewing the stevie but wasn't sure how you sew the bottom half of the back with the top .I'm doing like yours with the ties .is it the burreoto method .don't quite understand it.xx
Great review as always Cheryl. I’ve had my eye on the Stevie so you’ve helped me decide to go for it. You’re hair is looking fab. Thanks as always for sharing and great to see you back. Have a lovely weekend 😻
thanks Agnes 😊xx
After seeing your video this morning, I bought the Stevie. The pattern is now printed, pieced together and cut to size😻 I hope to make a toile tomorrow. I’ve put on so much weight recently as I’ve not been too well so I’m looking for something boxy to hide it bit until I can hopefully lose some of the weight. Thanks for the inspiration 😻
@@sewagnes6706 I know the feeling Agnes, although you always look great. I hope you feel better soon. Enjoy sewing your Stevie is a really lovely sew, very simple and a pleasure to make. x
Thank you for explaining about Viscose fabrics, I had no idea they were a natural fiber.
thanks Sharyn, I know many people don't realise too 😊
Great tips Cheryl and looks great. Have seen it with a ribbon tie and now I can understand why. Thanks for the review x
Jan Spenno thanks Jan 💐
I always enjoy your posts. You are a lovely lady.
aww thank you Jackie 😊
Our measurements are almost identical (I'm a tad bit straighter through the waist, more like 35-36" in the waist) so this video was soooo helpful! I'm joining Sewn on the Tyne's sew-along as my first foray into dressmaking, starting with the Stevie!
yay, good luck with yours 😊
Welcome back, and thank you for a very helpful review Cheryl! Your tunic looks great and that fabric looks lovely! As always, TFS 👍❤
Great podcast. I am just starting to venture in to garment making and your tutorials and fabric selections are a huge help for a complete novice like me. Thank you 🐨🇦🇺
Patricia Gabrielides thank you so much Patricia, I’m so happy I’ve helped you 😊💐🇦🇺
Really cute Cheryl! Thank you for all the good tips!
thanks Pam 😊
Thank you for this lovely video Ive bought this pattern ready and I've bought the fabric from you. I so can't wait to make it. It looks fabulous on you! I love tilly and the buttons. I think watching the pattern reviews and fabric recommendations really helps so thank you, I attend to order more fabric x
Thanks Emma 😘😘
I don't have the stevie pattern so could you,please,show us how the pocket is sewn.thanks.I think it would look better longer as a dress rather than a tunic I liked the bluey fabric it was such an unusual colour.
thanks Maureen 😊 I feel a bit funny about using Tilly's method on here, so I'll leave it in the pattern for now if that's ok. I know designers work so hard to come up with new ways, it must be frustrating for them when other's demo their ideas. Hope you understand, I try to be as kind as possible to other creators.
I learn so much from your videos, especially about fabric! Thank you so much!! ❤️
thank you Natasha 😊
Thank you for this AND lovely to see you again! Your dress/tunic is charming and yes you could size down but I also agree that in the hot weather is easier born with looser clothing. I think I will now purchase this pattern. Marjolijn
Thanks Marjolijn 😊 You'll love the Stevie.
I love packing light! Go for it!
I really must Kathleen 😊
Like the chambray fabric.
thank you so much Alberta 😊
I used the embroidered chambray for Simplicity 8889 and I love it. I can’t wait for you hair to grow out some more. It looks amazing.
Thank you 😊 Ahh that's great, it's lovely to sew isn't it? 😊
I thought your review of the Stevie was so helpful, especially the sizing and the tie back, saves me making a mock up.
I had the same fitting issue when I made the SewOverIt ultimate shift dress. Very baggy in the waist. I ended up giving up on that pattern. I was afraid of having the same issue in future makes. If you make any alterations that work, please show us. I would love to try them on my shift dress.
Me, too. With the SOI Ult. Shift Dress, I mean. I'm afraid it came out very much like a potato sack on me ... not loose and flowy or pleasant, just baggy. That experience has put me off the Stevie, for now. I'm sure it's a great pattern. But I also feel that a lot of whether a shift dress looks nice on me (or the Stevie style with grown on sleeves) has to do with how the shoulders sit and that doesn't feel like something I can tweak yet. But I'm sure enjoying it on others -- so many people are making it!
I just took my shift dress in at the sides until it felt more fitted. The other option would be to put fish eye darts in the back.
The Ultimate Shift fitted me better. I guess the best way to check before cutting is to lay out the pattern over a well fitting similar garment you own and compare.
Hi Cheryl, lovely to see you back...I missed you 💕. I love your Stevie... I'm a fan of chambray and it looks great in that pattern 👌. Gorgeous fabrics as usual and find your fabric choices to go with patterns super useful...thanks so much Cheryl 💝😁👍😘
Hey Sally, missed you too 😊 thank you always for your kind words.x
Good to see you back Cheryl. Thanks for sharing your review. I had no idea there was a "movement" to own your grey hair. I stopped dying my hair in March and have been struggling with the idea of letting it go grey. I have been dying my grey hairs since I was 16! My poor old follicles have suffered badly from that prolonged abuse. I will check out your Instagram posts now x
ooh yes, dive into the many groups online. There are lots on Facebook and Instagram, you'll feel very supported. It's a big leap isn't it? 😊x
Way to brighten up a rainy week! Really nice to see you back doing projects. :-)
Maybe it will help me motivate myself to get back doing projects!
published1789 aww, thank you so much 😊 💐
Stevie looks lovely in that fabric, love all of the other fabrics
thank you Julia 😊
Stevie looks great. Keep going with your hair it’s going to look fabulous 😍
thank you Dianne 😊
Gorgeous make as always!! Would be beautiful for your holidays!! So great to see this review. I’m 5 ft 9” and having most patterns drafted for about 5ft 6” it’s so great to see what it looks like on the “taller ladies” 🥰
thank you so much Rachael, I feel the same, it's always good to know how things fit on others isn't it? I always have to lengthen bodices, sleeves and legs - ha ha good job we sew 😊
Curious, when you go down a size How does it affect the fit of the arm and the shoulder.
I would of thought it will make them smaller but not by much look at a pattern that has several sizes and it gives you the size from large to smaller and you can see the difference
I think on this pattern, there's room around the arms, but you're right to point it out as most patterns would be tight. Best to grade down at the waist and hip if the top fits well already.
Love the Stevie - I have the pattern and this has inspired me to make it! 😁😁😁👍
Hey beautiful we missed you! Love your hair. Mine has about that much grow out also. Very elegant
Hey fellow silver sister 😊 Thank you so much, good luck with your journey too.xx
@@StitchyBee Someone needs to start Silver Sisters Sewing
I have done my bows in ribbon after the first one which is much lighter. I haven’t yet made one in Viscose or crepe but think it would hang nicely. I’ve made mine as dresses(4 inches added). Great tunic😁
thanks Ruth, yes I remembered your advice when making this, I'll definitely lengthen for proper dress length.x
Wear a waist slip under your tunic, and all will be non stick. Rinse silky slips in "Comfort" and that will get rid of any static.
Hi Cheryl , so good to see you back . Would you do a tutorial on your pocket method as it’s always something I struggle tor get a neat finish on .
thanks Alyson, I will 😊
Great review. I’ve already made the Stevie top in a linen fabric I was given free, so was useful to see how the pattern worked. Completely agree, a more drapery fabric would work better. Love you fabric suggestions, that leopard print is surprisingly tempting 😉
Linda Johnstone thanks Linda 💐
Hi Cheryl, glad to see you again. I missed your gentle spirit.
Would it be lighter weight to make the bow thinner?
thank you Kimberly, such a lovely thing to say 😊
Good idea re. the bow. I think it's the length of it too that makes it heavier.
I put a like before I even watched. I love your videos.
Joanne Blair aww, thanks Joanne, that’s really kind 😊
I love the fabric and you look good ! Do you think darts in back would help?
All of your fabrics are beautiful and I love how the dress turned out I think it looks great on you and I will be hopping over to take a look at your personal Instagram account to see the progress on your grey hair coming out it looks beautiful and I look forward to seeing you next video.🤗
thanks Kris 😊
Hair is looking good Cheryl. 😍 I’m a nightmare traveller I never pack light just light clothes and lots of them 😂😂Love the tunic such fun fabric 🤗 also want to pass on a tip from Silouette patterns to use a size 70 needle and stitch length 3 it’s such a revelation to sewing all types of fabrics even stretch fabric works every time for me 😀😀 happy sewing
ooh thank you Wendy that's my kinda tip. I'm now off to order needles ha ha 😊 Thank you for your kind words.x
I am only 5 ft 1 the dress did not suit so just make the blouse and have come down a size as it has lots of room.
that's a great tip, thanks Lorraine 😊