GreenStyleCreations, June makes.

Staple Tank, Inspire Tights,

paired with the Clara wrap sweater.

I decided to sew up an outfit that could transition from Summer to Fall. For my outfit I used the Staple Tank and the Inspire Tights for a Summer look. I used the binding method for the neck and arms, and added 1 1/2" to the length to cover my back side when I wear leggings or tights. I can't say enough about how much I truly enjoyed the fit and style of the Staple Tank. I have made many tanks, this one is the most comfortable to wear.

I am not knocking legging or tights out there, but the Inspire tights were such an easy sew and great fit. I didn't have to shorten the length of the pattern in anyway, I did do my usual grading to fit. The one thing I did do to the Inspire tights, because I love a higher waist band, I hacked the Inspires with the waist band from the Chelsea pants, I just love the fit and comfort of this waist band, I feel I get a little belly support too. I also added the optional gusset, so comfortable to have. This was the first time sewing up the Inspires, even though I have owned the pattern for years. I am so glad I did because I now have a great pair of tights/leggings pattern to use over and over. I only wish I could remember the fabric I used or where I purchased it. 

To transition to Fall with my Inspire and Staple Tank, I paired the outfit with the Clara Wrap Sweater, I love the whole look and fit of all 3 garment pieces. I love this wrap sweater, I have made 4 of them already, I like to pair this wrap with just about every thing, I especially like to use them for dance class.

There was a lot of comfort in sitting with the Inspires. My dogs thought that when I was sitting, it was lap time for them, they ran to be on my lap, lol.

You can pick up the Inspire tights and the Staple Tank on sale for the month of June. Click on the aff. link for more information, thank you.
https://greenstylecreations.refersion.com/c/455617

Callie Pinafore Road Test

Callie Pinafore Dress a

Designer Stitch Design

(an ageless dress)

One of the joys of testing for designers, you have the opportunity to think outside the box and challenge yourself to sew something you wouldn't normally ever wear. Callie is a design for all ages and for various woven fabrics.
https://designerstitch.com/shop/callie-pinafore-dress/?affiliates=12

I had the opportunity to sew up the Callie Pinafore Dress, I didn't think I would be into wearing a pinafore dress, but I love the style and the fit of the Callie. The Callie to me is a more modern version of the old pinafore dress, with many versions to choose from. I choose the racer back for a more modern and edgy look.

I made my Callie out of a light weight woven denim fabric. I used bronze connectors for the straps as well as bronze rivets, and sewed a slight contrast top stitching. I needed to sew up a muslin first to get the proper fit, glad I did. I am very happy with the final result and I already wore it out, I was even asked where did I buy my Pinafore dress. My friend was impressed with the Callie's fit and design.

As usual, Ann Grose from Designer Stitch,"knows best", when it comes to knowing what looks great. Thanks Ann

For more information, click on the aff link.
https://designerstitch.com/shop/callie-pinafore-dress/?affiliates=12

A little more about why I chose to join the Callie Road Test. (My own insert from the Designer Stitch site)

"My name is Synthia, I enjoyed sewing up the Callie Pinafore dress because I have never worn a dress like this. The beauty of testing, gets one to step outside the box. I sewed up the racer back Callie with back pockets and one bodice pocket. I chose the racer back for a more modern/edgy look. I decided to use a light weight denim fabric, I used bronzed colored rivets, and connectors for the straps. The Callie is not a fast sew, you must sew a muslin first, a must. Also, sew your top stitching very slow, it won't be perfect, but one must strive for it for a nice finished look, and iron...iron...iron, as you go, to avoid a home made look. I wore my Callie out and was asked where did I purchase it, my friend really liked the final look and fit. Thanks Ann Grose".

Synthia L Gerritson