Hi everyone, this is Byrd with my latest Fabricista make! If you’re looking for the perfect handmade piece for spring and summer travel, these just might be it. This time around I’m sewing up the Burnside Bibs by Sew House Seven using Fabric Mart’s gorgeous Aquamarine/Umber Brown 100% Cotton Floral Artisan Batiks Jungle Dreams by Robert Kaufman. From the moment I saw this fabric, I was completely drawn in by the colors. The combination of aquamarine, brown, and cream feels both earthy and vibrant, making it perfect for warm weather sewing. I immediately knew it would make an incredible spring or summer garment. I’m a longtime fan of Robert Kaufman fabrics and always appreciate the quality and artistry behind the prints. As always, and especially because this is 100% cotton, I gave the fabric a thorough wash and dry before cutting into it. Trust me, I’ve learned the hard way over the years that addressing potential shrinkage before sewing is always worth the extra time. This blouse is...
Sometimes a fabric tells you exactly what it wants to become. That was the case with this beautiful blue rayon voile from Fabric Mart. Lightweight, beautiful drape, deep color, and wonderfully soft, it practically begged to be transformed into the Eleonora dress by Silversaga Patterns. I have made this pattern 4 times and each time it has been fun and makes a really beautiful dress. While the pattern is beautiful, the real star of this dress is the fabric. This beautiful royal blue rayon voile has a magical combination of lightness and drape that gives garments movement and provides amazing comfort. It felt so luxurious, I immediately ordered it in 4 more colors. I want to share some helpful tips in how to care for delicate fabric that I used during washing, cutting and construction that you can use so your project turns out beautiful every time! The blue immediately caught my eye. I had it saved in my favorites for a while until I received the email announcing that it went on sa...