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Butterfly Sleeve Top
June Pattern Studio · @june.pattern.studio ·
Beginner
Butterfly Sleeve Open Tie-Back Blouse

The sleeves are the reason I made this and they didn't disappoint. It's a quick, satisfying sew — nothing tricky about it. The fit is relaxed and the tie-back detail makes it feel way more elevated than the effort it takes.

Next time I'd make it with…

A flowy fabric — something with a lot of drape that really moves with the sleeves. I'd also adjust the waistband to be a bit thicker and add a little more length so it's not as cropped.

Snow Top
JULESMSMIT · @julesmsmit ·
Beginner
Snow Top

One of my all-time favorites. The V-neck just works — it looks polished but takes almost no effort to put together. I've gotten so many compliments on this one and I can't stop thinking about making it again.

Next time I'd make it with…

Linen — multiple times over, in every color. It's the kind of top that deserves a whole wardrobe of versions. A soft stripe or a washed solid would be perfect.

The Frankie Jacket
Small Museum · @smallmuseum_ ·
Intermediate
The Frankie Jacket

This one surprised me — it looked ambitious but if you're comfortable with zippers it's actually pretty manageable. The fit is so wearable and it goes with everything. A jacket you'll actually reach for.

Next time I'd make it with…

Something bold — a bright color or a statement fabric. I'd also cut the sleeves slightly longer next time. The proportions are great but I wanted just a bit more length on mine.

The Logan One Piece
Edgewater Ave Swim · @edgewaterave ·
Intermediate
The Logan One Piece

This was my first real swimwear project and I'm so glad I chose this pattern to start with. The instructions are clear, the fit is flattering, and the fact that it's reversible makes it feel like you're getting two suits for the price of one fabric cut.

Next time I'd make it with…

Two contrasting swim fabrics to really play up the reversible feature — maybe a solid on one side and a print on the other. Edgewater Ave has so many great swim patterns worth exploring too.

Billy Bag
Charlotte Rose Patterns · @oh.charlotte.rose ·
Confident Beginner
Billy Bag

A slouchy, oversized bag that's both stylish and actually useful. It sews up quickly and the results look way more impressive than the effort involved. This one is a great project if you want to dip into bag making without getting overwhelmed.

Next time I'd make it with…

Quilted fabric — the texture would add so much dimension and make it feel really unique. It's the kind of bag that deserves to stand out.

Margot Dress
Sunday School Patterns · @sundayschool.xo ·
Confident Beginner
Margot Dress

A halter mini dress with a front tie that's everything a summer dress should be — easy to sew, comfortable to wear, and cute enough to get stopped on the street. This one went straight into heavy rotation the moment I finished it.

Next time I'd make it with…

Something light and breezy — a printed cotton or a soft linen in a fun summer color. This silhouette is perfect for bold prints.

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