When Liesl sent the Advisor's Circle the sketch of the Neighborhood Sweatshirt, we were all excited to try it. Normally, a sweatshirt wouldn't be a pattern that would excite me, but this one with the different style lines just seems to have so many possibilities! You can choose to use two different fabrics for the sleeves as I have done here, opt for a plain front, or princess seams, add the pocket and a front zipper, or have fun with the hem treatment! I also love this patte

As you know if you have been reading my blog for a while I am a big fan of knits and especially of smocking on knits. Sewing knits isn’t hard but it does have a few challenges. One of which is getting a great looking neckband. A serger is ideal to use to sew on the neckband because it gives that great stretch, but achieving a consistent width can be a challenge. If it isn’t right the seam allowance is gone and ripping out that serged edge is quite a pain, not to mention doing

Fall has officially arrived here in Connecticut according to the weather if not the calendar. My thoughts are turning to pumpkins, colored leaves, mums and hot cider! That also means fall sewing and so its time for another round-up of free sewing and stitching patterns for your creative endeavors! Check out my previous round up posts of Free Fall Designs and Pumpkins to Stitch and Sew, and follow my Fall Sewing Pinterest Board for even more inspiration! As always, let's start