I hadn’t consciously planned on three tours in a row, but I’ve noticed that these opportunities to try non-Japanese patterns give me the much needed push to get me out of my sewing comfort zone and try something new. And when you combine a good educational cause with a bundle of patterns I’m eager to try like this Perfect Pattern Parcel #6, it’s all kinds of goodness.
I’ve been part of the Pattern Parcel round-up before here and here and here, and though they’ve all been great, this collection of indie designs is particularly appealing to me and includes:
How Pattern Parcel Works
Here at Perfect Pattern Parcel, we believe in supporting independent pattern designers. It’s our opinion that indie patterns are just, well, better than big box patterns, and we’re pretty sure our customers think so too. So, we allow customers to show their support in naming their own price for each Parcel. We also encourage customers to allocate part of their Parcel price to the charity Donorschoose.org in order to help classrooms in need. Pattern Parcel donates all profits after expenses from Parcel sales to the charity as well. Together we’ve raised over $12,000 for classrooms in need!
Bonus Pattern
Choose a price of $32 or greater for Parcel #6 and you will automatically also be sent the Bonus Pattern! That’s only $5 a pattern. The Bonus Pattern for this Parcel is the Odette Dress by Bluegingerdoll. Vintage inspired silhouette is had two flattering necklines and a gorgeous skirt. The Odette Dress pattern goes from a size 4 through a 24!
I too, thought I’d sew up at least 3 parcel items by now. HA! Someday I’ll set my sights on more attainable things:) Lovely cardis!
That blue/gray sweat knit is pretty! Yeah, your overestimation comment made me laugh too
Ha, I’m forever overestimating, Sara! I love my long-sleeved Julia Cardi! I wore it again today (with a much looser top) and my love has deepened.
Lovely cardigans! You look so cozy and ready for the cold.
Thanks Lacey! These are perfect transition cardigans and I can already tell I’ll be wearing these a ton.
I got the parcel because I liked the cardigan, Bronte and Zsalya. I’m in the middle of moving so not getting to sew them anytime soon… all this temptation is making it hard!
Good luck with your move, Em! We moved every year the first four years of K’s life, and it’s such a crazy, overwhelming endeavor! Now you have something to look forward to once you’re settled, though, so that’s always good
The cardigans are very nice! and are perfect for autumn weather. I really like the stripey one. This pattern parcel is amazing!
I really think this is the best pattern parcel so far, Maria! I hope I get my sewing mojo revved to get the others sewn up — they seem like such great patterns!
I have been tempted by this parcel! Your versions of the cardi are great, love that yours aren’t as fitted as some versions I have seen. And the figure hugging top is so great on you!
Thanks, Ute! This is a good one for sure! And good point about the looser fit – I forgot to include what size I cut in the post. I wanted it to be roomy enough to allow for layering, so I cut out the large, even though the medium would have probably fit just fine. I’m glad I went with the large! Thanks also about the figure hugging top…I normally wear this tank under something that fully covers my body and had forgotten how self-conscious it makes me feel. Oh well.
I love the blue gray cardie – I’m a sucker for stripes, and blue gray black indigo also. Re the blur – it looks like camera blur due to slowish shutter speed and movement – you’ve planted your feet – so your lower half looks solid, but you’ve shifted your head and shoulders while the photo is being taken – my guess is this was shot on a fifteenth of a sec or similar? You could check by looking at the image metadata. Sorry – I teach photography …
You’re good, Jo! It was a tenth of a second with ISO640, f4. I need to take lessons from you! Do you offer long distance photography consulting?
Thanks for the info, so helpful!
I should have a closet FILLED with handmade garments instead of, you know, the 6 that are there. ha. I understand the overestimation of time management. I bought the Julia Cardigan this fall with high hopes…I love yours! Perfect fall layering pieces. As always, you’re beautiful, Sanae!
Aw, thanks Monica! The blurriness conveniently hides a multitude of skin issues I’m currently experiencing ;-). The Adirondack would make a perfect backdrop for the Julia Cardi… :-)!
Ooh love your versions of Julia cardigan – especially the striped version . I am in the midst of kids clothes week – next week is my turn so this pattern collection will be on my list.
such yummy coziness! cardigans become my fall/winter uniform around here, and these look like that they would fit the bill nicely. I really like the indigo striped fabric but also liked what you did with the cropped sleeves on the second one. Both great wardrobe additions!
Sanae, I love how effortless chic you make this look. You have fabulous style!
Thanks Jill!! This was such an easy and fun pattern, and I’ll slowly but surely make my way through all the other patterns too (I wish I had been able to get it all done while the tour is still going on – sorry!).