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The Pleats And Thank You Pattern is ready for test

The Pleats And Thank You Pattern is ready for testing!

Here is a first for me: a JUMPSUIT pattern! Let me introduce you to the Pleats And Thank You Pattern which includes a jumpsuit view, with or without a self fabric belt with buckle, and a top view. The pattern features a simple and sophisticated pleating detail at the shoulder seam with a shoulder pad cleanly hidden between the outer body and facing layer.

If you’re interested in helping me pattern test, please fill out the application form via the link in my bio ✨

Testing period will be Wednesday September 27 to Wednesday October 11. Please don’t apply if you cannot finish the garment within that time frame - I’m planning a tight turn around for the official release!

I also have a sign up form if you want to be notified regarding the official pattern release! Fill out the sign up form via the link in my bio 💕

Sizing:
Hip 36”-59.5” (91-151 cm)

Overall, this is a fairly straightforward sewing project with beautiful finishing technique options instructed within the pattern. I consider this a confident beginner level sewing pattern. You may find some new sewing techniques that you haven't encountered before, such as using the burrito method to finish the armhole edges or finishing the keyhole opening with a facing. But I think it will be a great skill building pattern with very little fit concerns due to the relaxed, easy nature of the pattern.

I will let testers know they have been selected on Monday September 25 via email.

I’m truly FLOORED by the enthusiasm for this pattern so far. Your positive energy for this one has made it both exciting and nerve-racking to finish it up! 🥰❤️ I know after a wonderful round of pattern testing it will be ready for the masses.

#PleatsAndThankYouPattern

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The #MVPBDShirt sewing pattern is 20% off with cod

The #MVPBDShirt sewing pattern is 20% off with code MVP20
Good thru this Friday!

Valid on the PDF sewing pattern on both my website and Etsy store - link in my bio to both ✨

You can also use the code on MVP BD Shirt sewing kits available on my website. Shown above is the Fresh Leaf Linen in color Pearl - check out all the fabric options via the link in my bio 💕

These photos capture a little glimpse into me trying to photograph myself. The one hand in front of the camera to focus it ahead of a timed photo run is a classic move for me. I also love the “pick up cat and move out of photo” moment. 😂

The MVP BD Shirt is a classic button up shirt with loads of design details. There is a curved hem facing, large rounded cuffs, exaggerated sleeve placket, pointy collar, and an invisible button placket. Seam finishing techniques include flat felled seams, French seams, and the burrito method for constructing the back yoke. The instructions include lots of helpful hints and detailed illustrations. There is also a step-by-step photo tutorial available on my website which you can view anytime! (It’s free!)

#MVPBDShirt
Bust: 32”(81cm)-57.5”(146cm)

P.S. the original MVP BD Shirt Paper Pattern is now 40% off until we sell thru our stock! (Bust: up to 40” (102cm) for paper pattern)
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Don’t be scared of jumping into the MVP BD Shirt

Don’t be scared of jumping into the MVP BD Shirt sewing pattern, even if you’ve never sewn a shirt before, because we’ve got you covered with our super detailed photo tutorial! Above are just 10 images from the 197 page photo tutorial available for FREE on our website. You are welcome to check it out prior to purchasing the pattern or even as a reference guide while sewing other shirts! It’s there whenever you need it. 💕

You can find it under the TUTORIALS tab on our website. Link in bio ✨

The #MVPBDShirt PDF sewing pattern is currently 20% off with code MVP20
To celebrate the release of the extended size range 🥳
Sizing includes:
Bust: 32”(81cm)-57.5”(146cm)

Code is also good for 20% off MVP BD Shirt sewing kits!
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Throw back to these wonderful MVP BD Shirts made f

Throw back to these wonderful MVP BD Shirts made from Forest & Thread sewing kits!

To celebrate the release of the extended size range for the #MVPBDShirt PDF sewing pattern all MVP BD Shirt products are 20% off on our website with code MVP20

This includes our sewing kits and ready-to-wear products as well!

The code is not applicable on the paper pattern, but that’s because it’s marked down 40% anyways to clear out the old stock! The original paper pattern was only available in limited sizing, but nothing has changed in the new release of the PDF pattern. The paper pattern is still a great product and it’s a perfect opportunity to get it for a deal! Available on our website via the link in bio ✨

The lovely makes using Forest & Thread sewing kits featured above:

1 & 2: Fresh Leaf Linen in color Pearl by @s.is.for.sew

3, 4, & 5: Fresh Leaf Linen in color Marigold by @gyasti

6 & 7: Nestable Organic Cotton in color Pearl by @eversewme

8, 9, & 10: Fresh Leaf Linen in color Dusty Rose by @crafted_by_ml

Check out all the sewing kit options via the link in bio to our website 💕 use code MVP20 for 20% off the MVP BD Shirt PDF sewing pattern, sewing kits, and RTW 💕

Sizing includes:
Bust: 32”(81cm)-57.5”(146cm)
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The #MVPBDShirt sewing pattern is 20% off to celeb

The #MVPBDShirt sewing pattern is 20% off to celebrate the extended size range release 🥳🥳🥳

Use code MVP20 for 20% off the PDF sewing pattern on either my website or my Etsy shop - link in bio to both 💕

Sizing is offered as 0-18 B-Cup (no darts) and 14-30 D-Cup (includes bust darts)
Measurements include Full Bust: 32”(81cm)-57.5”(146cm)

The MVP BD Shirt is a relaxed fitting button down shirt with lots of fun sewing construction details sure to teach you something new! There is a photo tutorial on my website for additional help through the sewing process - check it out under the TUTORIALS tab 🌸

Code above only valid thru September 22, 2023
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Finally, I am proud to say that the MVP BD Shirt i

Finally, I am proud to say that the MVP BD Shirt is now available in sizes 0-30! And not just that, it is separated into 2 size ranges: 0-18 B-Cup and 14-30 D-Cup. ALSO - the instructions got a bit of a revamp!

To celebrate the launch of our updated MVP BD Shirt pattern, we are offering 20% off the MVP BD Shirt PDF Pattern for the next week!

Use code: MVP20

Works on both my website and Etsy shop - link in bio to both! 💕

The above coupon is ALSO valid on the MVP BD Shirt Sewing Kit, which currently is only sold with the original paper pattern in sizes 0-14. (But please email us if you are interested in the kit in combination with the PDF pattern for sizes 16-30, we will work something out!)

P.S. the original MVP BD Shirt Paper Pattern is now 40% off until we sell thru our stock!

Let me formally introduce you to the #MVPBDShirt as if you are meeting for the first time. This button down shirt has ALL the details one could hope for in a shirt sewing pattern. We've got the hidden button placket down the front, a beautifully pointy collar, a front yoke, a back yoke, tower plackets on the sleeves, big rounded cuffs, and a sophisticated rounded hem facing. It truly is the ultimate button down shirt!

I affectionately call this sewing pattern my love letter to seam finishes because it is jam-packed with skill building construction steps. If you want to step-up your seam finishing game, this pattern is for you! We've got French seams, flat felled seams, hem facing, burrito method for constructing the back yoke, and the result? A perfectly finished shirt from the inside out! Not one raw edge left unfinished and no serger nor zig-zag stitch needed the entire time. It is one of my favorite patterns to sew! And not to mention, to wear! I can honestly say I think this is currently my most worn Forest & Thread pattern to date. I'm talking about the white linen version in the photos above! I literally wear this button down so often, it has this lived in quality where it feels like it has started to meld to my shape. We all need a white button down shirt in our wardrobe, in my opinion, and the MVP BD Shirt certainly fits the bill!

#MVPBDShirt
Bust: 32”(81cm)-57.5”(146cm)

In my opinion, seam finishes are the number 1 reas

In my opinion, seam finishes are the number 1 reason a garment goes from handmade to high-end luxury.

Everyone has a different approach to their sewing practice and while I love my detailed, slowly sewn, high-end seam finishes, not everyone will appreciate them the same way I do. And that’s okay! In my opinion, if you’re savvy enough to know you don’t love certain seam finishes, then you’re knowledgeable enough to swap them out for the technique you love. But for the people just starting out who maybe haven’t come across a lot of seam finishes before, my instructions offer you a lot of opportunity to learn new skills and apply them to future projects.

I sew most of my garments on my industrial sewing machine which literally can ONLY sew a straight stitch. I don’t break out the serger unless I need to, or I’m sewing knits. When starting to write sewing patterns, I wanted to make sure someone with the most basic machine could complete the project to the same standard someone with a fancier machine could. So I developed seam finishes within the design to make sure you don’t need a serger, or in most cases, even a zig-zag stitch to finish the raw edges.

Once I got more enveloped within the sewing world, I realized quite a lot of you out there have really nice machines! 😂 Way more people own sergers than I could’ve ever imagined and it seems very standard to at least have a zig-zag stitch option on the machine. In my more recent patterns, I’ve started offering seam finishing options. So if you’re someone who loves their serger, or wants the project to go a little faster, you can always choose the overlock or zig-zag stitch option. There are even a handful of instructions that tell you to use this kind of stitch without another option, but they are VERY limited. I can only think of 3 sewing steps across my 10 patterns where I don’t give you an alternative seam finish. And this is usually because it’s a very inner layer which I don’t want to add bulk to!

Pretty guts are kind of my thing, so if you love getting the insides to look as beautiful as the outside of your garment then check out my patterns via the links in my bio. 💕

What I’m really trying to say is that sewing mac

What I’m really trying to say is that sewing machines need designated cup holders…

I’ve been sewing for 21 years and knitting for about 4 years. I NEVER keep a drink on my cutting table or sewing machine for fear of the absolute worst since sewing can truly be chaotic! But knitting on the other hand? It is so zen. I knit in the mornings with my coffee and it’s such a nice way to start the day!

Love a good knitting process photo with a warm cup of coffee and if you ever wondered why sewing process photos don’t include a warm drink, this video gives you a glimpse of why 😅😂
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