The proof is in the wearability, but I can’t see these will be a problem fit-wise. Pattern: Brindille and Twig Ringer Tee, size 12-18 monthsĪnother one/recommendations: This is a great little pattern and great value. Stitch ends of all bands and fold in half lengthwaysįabric: Navy cotton jersey from Tessuti fabrics in Melbourne, pink merino from stash.Sew the sleeve and side seams in one go.Shoulder seams (adding twill tape to these for stability).I’ve made a few t-shirts over the years and basically used exactly the same construction as I normally do, using my overlocker for all except the top stitching I admit I did not follow the instructions, so can’t comment on them. I absolutely love this colour, so was gutted when I found there wasn’t enough for something for me! I think it possibly came from Fabric-a-Brac, since it was an odd shape and actually I couldn’t get anything out of it for me. The long sleeve is a dark dusky pink merino which has sat in my stash since forever. The short sleeve version is made up in a navy (with dark green spots) cotton jersey which was left over from a T-shirt I made myself earlier in the year (not yet blogged!) The fabric came from Tessuti Fabrics in Melbourne just before Christmas. ![]() I made two up in a size 12-18 months using fabric that was leftover from previous makes or a small piece I had saved away for one thing or another! The pattern is a layered PDF, and is sized from newborn right up to 6 years in ten different sizes. The hem and sleeve hems are finished with bands rather than a basic hem which gives for a tidy and easy finish. The Tee has a basic round neck with the option of long or short sleeves. Great if you want to try out a Brindille and Twig pattern before buying one. This is actually a free pattern, which is even better. So at the risk of getting gloomy, here are the goodies I made – well do you really think I’m going to let birthdays and Christmases go by without making her something? ![]() World events are definitely making it difficult for us all to see close family. I can’t believe those twelve months have gone so fast! We have regular video catch-ups, but they’re in a different country and it’s not really the same. I’ll probably make some up as gifts too.So a very special little girl turned one last week. If there wasn’t such a shortage of elastics right now I’d make loads more! It makes such gorgeous little shorties – super practical. It might make the elastic more likely to twist when wearing, but I’ll at least try it out and see. This is really close to the edge of the garment but I found it just made it more fiddly to get the elastic through. When I make it again I think I’ll skip the stitching to create a more defined channel for the elastic. ![]() If it wasn’t for fiddling with elastics, I would have finished these within an hour. I picked these up from Sew Me Sunshine recently & just love them. The Essential Coverall was the first pattern I’ve tried of Brindille and Twig’s. I made 12-18 months, 3-4 years, 4-5 years, 5-6 years, and then graded up to the missing size 6-7 years. Brindille & Twig Essential Coverall Review. I also got to use my fab ‘Yo mama made it’ labels from Kylie & the Machine. Member Reviews for Brindille & Twig Free Raglan Hoodie. The PDF version of the Brindille & Twig Lounge Pants can be purchased from their website for 9.00. Eyelets are optional but I think they would give a better finish. They require a medium weight jersey (1.5 yards for the full length and 1.25 yards for capri), and a 60 drawstring. I’m so happy with this make, and my little model loved them too! Great for a warm sunny day in the garden. The Brindille and Twig Lounge Pants can be made in size XS to XXL. Not realising it’s a quilting cotton…I soon realised they didn’t feel like my other cotton pjs and set it aside to make kids clothing for friends. It was one of the first I bought with the intention of making cool cotton pjs. I’ve had this fabric since I started sewing. ![]() I’ve only recently started working with elastics, I still find them fiddly and that’s really all that slowed me down. You can use knits or wovens, and there are only two tiny pieces, so great for stash busting. It was a hot day during lockdown, the supermarket didn’t have much summer clothing & I’d recently printed off this bloomer pattern – the stars had aligned. I think these are my favourite make ever. Blooming brilliant bloomers using a sewing pattern from Brindille & Twig.
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