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Kimberly Payne
Sewist | Pattern Designer | Teacher
Master Facilitator of Fun
Living in the country on Vancouver Island

Sew a Bell Town Vest with me!⁣ ⁣ As soon as I

Sew a Bell Town Vest with me!⁣
⁣
As soon as I saw this faux fur/sherpa from Lyrical Fabrics, I wanted it to be a vest. I used the Bell Town (a free pattern!) and made this one in an afternoon. Seriously, even with serging all the edges it went that fast!⁣
⁣
You can have your own quick win with this pattern. Grab it today and start sewing!⁣
⁣
~Beth⁣
⁣
@lyricalfabrics #sewing #makeallthethings #sewsewsew #sewistsofinstagram #sewcialists #ssd #straightstitchdesigns #straightstitchdesignspatterns #ssdbelltownvest #freesewingpatterns

Whoops…let’s try that again with both photos 😜

The FREE Bell Town Vest pattern can be dressed up or down, which look is your favorite?⁣
⁣
Throw it over a long sleeved tee and jeans and head to the apple orchard. ⁣
⁣
Grab your favorite Little Black Dress and booties and rock date night.⁣
⁣
Straight Stitch Designs email subscribers get exclusive access to free patterns, so make sure you sign up! ⁣
⁣
Sherpa fabric for vest from @lyricalfabrics⁣
Lining from @lafinchfabrics_new⁣
⁣
#sewing #makeallthethings #sewsewsew #sewistsofinstagram #sewcialists #ssd #straightstitchdesigns #straightstitchdesignspatterns #ssdbelltownvest #freesewingpatterns

There's a lot of pressure on creative people to su

There's a lot of pressure on creative people to succeed/produce/create. But what about the times when you don't? How do you handle failure?⁣
⁣
If you've failed, then you know: it's hard. It hurts. It can feel like you don't know anything, and that your skills will never get better, or be “as good as so and so on Instagram” 😏⁣
⁣
If you've had a failed sewing project, chances are good that you learned something from it—and that means your next attempt has a much better chance of success than your last one did. Think about that: failure is a ladder UP to success, not down!⁣
⁣
So don't be afraid to fail! And send this post to your sewing bestie who might need a little encouragement today.⁣
⁣
#sewing #makeallthethings #sewsewsew #sewistsofinstagram #sewcialists #ssd #straightstitchdesigns #straightstitchdesignspatterns #sewingquote #sewingencouragement

Did you know that Straight Stitch Designs has free

Did you know that Straight Stitch Designs has free patterns? 🤩 Join the email list and you'll receive access to the Resource page, which contains three full patterns for FREE! Swipe to see all the ones currently being offered.⁣
⁣
✔ Carkeek Dress⁣
✔ Bell Town Vest⁣
✔ Magnolia Dress⁣
⁣
Next week, Beth will be showing off her super cool faux fur Bell Town Vest! Link in bio to sign up for the newsletter. Which of these freebies is your favorite?⁣
⁣
#sewing #makeallthethings #sewsewsew #sewistsofinstagram #sewcialists #ssd #straightstitchdesigns #straightstitchdesignspatterns #freesewingpatterns #freepatterns #ssdcarkeek #ssdbelltownvest #ssdmagnolia

It's Small Business Saturday, and today I want to

It's Small Business Saturday, and today I want to do something a little different. I know my creative besties (that's you!) have all the good sources for cool, small businesses. Let's make the comments section a big list of all our favorites! Drop a tag down below so I can find new businesses to love 👇🏽⁣
⁣
And a sincere THANK YOU from this small business. When you purchase a pattern from Straight Stitch Designs, you're making a big difference in my life. To show my appreciation, please take 30% off all SSD patterns! No code required, just hop on to the website and shop away!⁣
⁣
#sewing #makeallthethings #sewsewsew #sewistsofinstagram #sewcialists #ssd #straightstitchdesigns #straightstitchdesignspatterns #homebasedbusiness #shopsmall #smallbusinesssaturday #smallbusinessowner

Fauntleroy works in so many different fabrics! Try

Fauntleroy works in so many different fabrics! Try it in a trendy quilted knit, a drapey jersey, or even a French Terry. You probably have the perfect stash fabric right now…tell me what you could use for your own Fauntleroy 👇🏽⁣
⁣
📸 credit:⁣
⁣
Terry @bluehousejoys⁣
Alexis @alexisdcook1 ⁣
Jen @makerheart ⁣
⁣
#sewing #makeallthethings #sewsewsew #sewistsofinstagram #sewcialists #ssd #straightstitchdesigns #straightstitchdesignspatterns #ssdfauntleroy

Let's take a closer look at the Fauntleroy Pattern

Let's take a closer look at the Fauntleroy Pattern!⁣
⁣
Fauntleroy is a raglan-sleeved top with shoulder darts. The neckline can be finished with a simple band, a comfy cowl neck, or a hood. The extra long sleeve cuffs give you the chance to play with texture and color blocking. There is even a free kangaroo pocket add on!⁣
⁣
Fauntleroy will keep you cozy all season long!⁣
⁣
#sewing #makeallthethings #sewsewsew #sewistsofinstagram #sewcialists #ssd #straightstitchdesigns #straightstitchdesignspatterns #ssdfauntleroy

First full day of the Makers Retreat is starting o

First full day of the Makers Retreat is starting off with winter botanical embroidery with Melissa of @mcreativej

As Kimberly prepares for the 2023 Maker's Retreat,

As Kimberly prepares for the 2023 Maker's Retreat, I'm feeling nostalgic and looking back through my photos! I attended twice and we did cool projects like ice dyeing, block printing, and macrame. ⁣
⁣
If you went to a past retreat, what was your all-time favorite craft that we did? Leave a comment below!⁣
⁣
~Beth⁣
⁣
#ssdpatterns #straightstitchdesigns #sewingretreat #craftretreat #straightstitchdesignsretreat #tshirtprinting #modernmacrame #printmaking #crafting

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Kimberly Payne
Sewist | Pattern Designer | Teacher
Master Facilitator of Fun
Living in the country on Vancouver Island

Sew a Bell Town Vest with me!⁣ ⁣ As soon as I

Sew a Bell Town Vest with me!⁣
⁣
As soon as I saw this faux fur/sherpa from Lyrical Fabrics, I wanted it to be a vest. I used the Bell Town (a free pattern!) and made this one in an afternoon. Seriously, even with serging all the edges it went that fast!⁣
⁣
You can have your own quick win with this pattern. Grab it today and start sewing!⁣
⁣
~Beth⁣
⁣
@lyricalfabrics #sewing #makeallthethings #sewsewsew #sewistsofinstagram #sewcialists #ssd #straightstitchdesigns #straightstitchdesignspatterns #ssdbelltownvest #freesewingpatterns

Whoops…let’s try that again with both photos 😜

The FREE Bell Town Vest pattern can be dressed up or down, which look is your favorite?⁣
⁣
Throw it over a long sleeved tee and jeans and head to the apple orchard. ⁣
⁣
Grab your favorite Little Black Dress and booties and rock date night.⁣
⁣
Straight Stitch Designs email subscribers get exclusive access to free patterns, so make sure you sign up! ⁣
⁣
Sherpa fabric for vest from @lyricalfabrics⁣
Lining from @lafinchfabrics_new⁣
⁣
#sewing #makeallthethings #sewsewsew #sewistsofinstagram #sewcialists #ssd #straightstitchdesigns #straightstitchdesignspatterns #ssdbelltownvest #freesewingpatterns

There's a lot of pressure on creative people to su

There's a lot of pressure on creative people to succeed/produce/create. But what about the times when you don't? How do you handle failure?⁣
⁣
If you've failed, then you know: it's hard. It hurts. It can feel like you don't know anything, and that your skills will never get better, or be “as good as so and so on Instagram” 😏⁣
⁣
If you've had a failed sewing project, chances are good that you learned something from it—and that means your next attempt has a much better chance of success than your last one did. Think about that: failure is a ladder UP to success, not down!⁣
⁣
So don't be afraid to fail! And send this post to your sewing bestie who might need a little encouragement today.⁣
⁣
#sewing #makeallthethings #sewsewsew #sewistsofinstagram #sewcialists #ssd #straightstitchdesigns #straightstitchdesignspatterns #sewingquote #sewingencouragement

Did you know that Straight Stitch Designs has free

Did you know that Straight Stitch Designs has free patterns? 🤩 Join the email list and you'll receive access to the Resource page, which contains three full patterns for FREE! Swipe to see all the ones currently being offered.⁣
⁣
✔ Carkeek Dress⁣
✔ Bell Town Vest⁣
✔ Magnolia Dress⁣
⁣
Next week, Beth will be showing off her super cool faux fur Bell Town Vest! Link in bio to sign up for the newsletter. Which of these freebies is your favorite?⁣
⁣
#sewing #makeallthethings #sewsewsew #sewistsofinstagram #sewcialists #ssd #straightstitchdesigns #straightstitchdesignspatterns #freesewingpatterns #freepatterns #ssdcarkeek #ssdbelltownvest #ssdmagnolia

It's Small Business Saturday, and today I want to

It's Small Business Saturday, and today I want to do something a little different. I know my creative besties (that's you!) have all the good sources for cool, small businesses. Let's make the comments section a big list of all our favorites! Drop a tag down below so I can find new businesses to love 👇🏽⁣
⁣
And a sincere THANK YOU from this small business. When you purchase a pattern from Straight Stitch Designs, you're making a big difference in my life. To show my appreciation, please take 30% off all SSD patterns! No code required, just hop on to the website and shop away!⁣
⁣
#sewing #makeallthethings #sewsewsew #sewistsofinstagram #sewcialists #ssd #straightstitchdesigns #straightstitchdesignspatterns #homebasedbusiness #shopsmall #smallbusinesssaturday #smallbusinessowner

Fauntleroy works in so many different fabrics! Try

Fauntleroy works in so many different fabrics! Try it in a trendy quilted knit, a drapey jersey, or even a French Terry. You probably have the perfect stash fabric right now…tell me what you could use for your own Fauntleroy 👇🏽⁣
⁣
📸 credit:⁣
⁣
Terry @bluehousejoys⁣
Alexis @alexisdcook1 ⁣
Jen @makerheart ⁣
⁣
#sewing #makeallthethings #sewsewsew #sewistsofinstagram #sewcialists #ssd #straightstitchdesigns #straightstitchdesignspatterns #ssdfauntleroy

Let's take a closer look at the Fauntleroy Pattern

Let's take a closer look at the Fauntleroy Pattern!⁣
⁣
Fauntleroy is a raglan-sleeved top with shoulder darts. The neckline can be finished with a simple band, a comfy cowl neck, or a hood. The extra long sleeve cuffs give you the chance to play with texture and color blocking. There is even a free kangaroo pocket add on!⁣
⁣
Fauntleroy will keep you cozy all season long!⁣
⁣
#sewing #makeallthethings #sewsewsew #sewistsofinstagram #sewcialists #ssd #straightstitchdesigns #straightstitchdesignspatterns #ssdfauntleroy

First full day of the Makers Retreat is starting o

First full day of the Makers Retreat is starting off with winter botanical embroidery with Melissa of @mcreativej

As Kimberly prepares for the 2023 Maker's Retreat,

As Kimberly prepares for the 2023 Maker's Retreat, I'm feeling nostalgic and looking back through my photos! I attended twice and we did cool projects like ice dyeing, block printing, and macrame. ⁣
⁣
If you went to a past retreat, what was your all-time favorite craft that we did? Leave a comment below!⁣
⁣
~Beth⁣
⁣
#ssdpatterns #straightstitchdesigns #sewingretreat #craftretreat #straightstitchdesignsretreat #tshirtprinting #modernmacrame #printmaking #crafting

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Qualicum Jumpsuit Separates Tutorial
Qualicum Cinched Waist Zipper Tutorial
The Qualicum Jumpsuit
Style Your Meadowood for Winter
Meadowood Sewalong Day 6 | Buttons and Buttonholes

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