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MingMakes
Sep 1512 min read
Qipao / Cheongsam dress with lace
My review of the stunning Qipao / Cheongsam dress by Porcupine Patterns with beautiful lace detail and metallic fabric
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MingMakes
May 236 min read
The Avid Seamstress Blouse review
My review of the Avid Seamstress Blouse, sewn on the wonderful Creative Spirit Retreat in polka dot cotton and self-cover buttons
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MingMakes
Apr 78 min read
Kelly Anorak
Review of the Kelly Anorak in dry oilskin, with details of how I corrected a 1cm discrepancy in my zip, and where I got my silver hardware
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MingMakes
Feb 116 min read
New Look 6545 Bomber Jacket
My review of the New Look 6545 bomber jacket in embroidered floral chambray and lined with Bremsilk, a superb pattern and fabric pairing
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MingMakes
Jan 612 min read
Zadie Jumpsuit 2 in velvet
Review of my gorgeous velvet Zadie Jumpsuit with gathered full length sleeves and satin binding
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MingMakes
Dec 10, 202312 min read
Eden Coat
Review of the Eden Coat by Tilly and the Buttons in a beautiful blue and white checked wool, with details of my pattern matching journey
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MingMakes
Sep 16, 202310 min read
Ginger Jeans
My review of the Ginger Jeans by Closet Core Patterns, made in stretch denim with high-waist and stovepipe leg, at a Guthrie&Ghani workshop
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MingMakes
Aug 1, 20239 min read
Zadie Jumpsuit
My review of the Zadie Jumpsuit by Paper Theory, including fitting adjustments and toiles, construction and dealing with the tricky binding
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MingMakes
Jun 5, 20237 min read
Heather Blazer
My review of the Heather Blazer by the Friday Pattern Company, including my fitting and construction details, and Claire Tyler's workshop
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MingMakes
Apr 30, 20239 min read
Sienna Maker Jacket
Detailed review of the Sienna Maker Jacket by Closet Core Patterns, including my fitting journey, seam finishes and channel-stitched belt
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MingMakes
Oct 10, 20225 min read
Saguaro Set Top
My review of the Saguaro Set Top by the Friday Pattern Co, including fitting adjustments, how I got the waistband gathers even and my errors
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MingMakes
Aug 22, 20224 min read
Saguaro Set Trousers / Pants
A full review of the Saguaro Set Trousers / Pants by the Friday Pattern Company, my fitting process, and tips on gathering the waistband
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MingMakes
Jun 3, 20224 min read
Sagebrush Top 2
A second Sagebrush Top in double gauze gingham, describing how I reduced sleeve volume and where to place the armhole seam
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MingMakes
May 7, 20224 min read
Simple t-shirts
Overview of 4 simple t-shirts in different fabrics - cotton jersey, Tencel modal and ribbed Tencel jersey
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MingMakes
Apr 9, 20227 min read
Stella Hoodie
Full review of the Stella Hoodie by Tilly and the Buttons, including my fitting process and using shoelaces for a wide flat drawstring
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MingMakes
Feb 5, 20224 min read
Freya Dress
My full review of the Tilly and the Buttons Freya knit dress. Lots of photos and details of my fitting process and challenges.
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MingMakes
Dec 19, 20219 min read
Liberty Zina Wrap Skirt / Simplicity 8606
Full detailed review on the Liberty Zina Wrap Skirt / Simplicity 8606 pattern, including how I shortened the curved ruffle
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MingMakes
Nov 20, 20215 min read
Frankie T-Shirt
Full review of the Frankie T-Shirt by Tilly & The Buttons with my stretch lace sleeve version, including all my fitting adjustments
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MingMakes
Sep 18, 20215 min read
Sagebrush Top
Review of the Sagebrush Top, including my process for fitting, how I did French seams without bulk on the ruffle, and lots of other tips
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MingMakes
Aug 8, 20216 min read
Fifi Eye Mask
A tutorial on how I hacked the free Fifi eye mask pattern, with neat binding and nose wire for excellent fit
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