* Please read the important note under Pattern Links for update info on discount codes.
Today’s $6 Feature Friday pattern from Love Notions is the La Bella Donna! This is truly a wardrobe staple in my closet. I wear the LBD all year long! It is one of my favorite patterns for layering and I have a closet full of solid color ones to prove it! I have also created one of my favorite Tee shirts, by combining the LBD with the Classic Tee.(Details in the blog post linked below)
There are some patterns that are so good, you just sew them over and over. Imagine a top that makes you look great on your good days AND bad days. A top that is forgiving when you gain a few pounds here and there. A top that always makes you feel good about yourself. Sound too good to be true? Nope~ the Love Notions La Bella Donna or the LBD as we like to call it truly lives up to it’s name. “The Beautiful Woman” is exactly who you will be when wearing this top or tunic.
The Details
The La Bella Donna is a great Dolman style top and tunic that deserves a place in your closet!
The $6 Feature Friday Pattern for today, 1/9/2026 is the Breckenridge Henley! Remember to use my code 10MACSEWS for an additional 10% off. The Breckenridge is a great top for layering (see it with my Boyfriend Cardigan below or to wear all on its own. As seen above, I’ve even hacked it into a vest! Nervous about sewing a henley placket? It’s a lot easier than you may think!
The Details
The Breckenridge Henley is an easy to wear top, tunic or dress. Meant for knit fabrics, this style is perfect for all seasons! The neckline is an unconventional henley style that is amazingly easy to sew! Believe it or not buttonholes aren’t even required!
3 length options: shirt, tunic or dress
3 sleeve options: short, long cuffed or roll- tab 3/4
I hope your holidays were filled with family, friends and things that you love! I’ve taken a short (much needed) break from my “Weekly Stitch” due to the holidays and the dreaded flu! I’ve been out of my sewing room for almost 3 weeks now! I’m hoping that next week I’ll be back on track with the “Weekly Stitch” and my Winter Sewing Plans List!
Feature Friday Pattern From Love Notions~
The very first Feature Friday of 2026 is theEvanston Vest! This pattern released back in January of 2025 and this is the first time the pattern has been on sale for just $6! Remember to use my code 10MACSEWS for an extra 10% off!
………….Welcome To My Sewing Room (and Where to Buy Zippers)
Feature Friday Patterns From Love Notions~
Today’s sale is amazing!!! Three patterns, all just $6 each! The Pullovers are the Feature Friday this week. I LOVE all of my LN Constellations! This pattern has really become a go-to for me. I wear them year round! I find it a great alternative to a “hoodie” or basic sweatshirt. It’s just as comfortable, yet looks so much more “polished”. It sews up so nicely in a variety of fabrics, which truly makes it suitable for all four seasons!
My husband loves his North Star so much that he is always asking when I’m going to make him another one! There is even a kid’s version too~ the Navigator!
Be sure to use my code 10MACSEWS45 for an additional 10% off. If for some reason this code isn’t working, simply use 10MACSEWS instead.
French TerrySwim KnitLoop Terry
The Constellation is one of my most sewn Love Notions patterns! I wear it year round, and simply change up the fabrics that I sew it up in. My newest version is this navy blue “speckled” sweatshirt fleece I grabbed from Style Maker Fabrics last year. It’s so soft and warm and perfect for winter! I chose to use a gold metal zipper for this version. It’s one of my favorite zippers to use as it isn’t as heavy as some that you find (Coats & Clark version).
Where To Find Affordable Quality Zippers?
My go-to resource for zippers is SIL in the NYC Garment District. They have a great selection of zippers in hundreds of colors. They will also cut a zipper to any size that you may need. The GOOD NEWS? You can buy them online!
The zipper I used for my new navy sweatshirt fleece Constellation is the new EVERBRIGHT zipper. It is part of YKK’s new luxury line of zippers. It is highly polished and glides so smoothly. It comes in shiny brass or shiny silver. I prefer the #3 size but it is also available in #5. Both sizes are available in separating or closed end. Oh, and did I mention they are available in 107 colors? The zipper for my new Constellation was just $6,50. I feel this can zipper really elevate your Constellation to the next level. You can find these zippers HERE.
Everbright Vislon
The color chart is very accurate, as when I don’t have time to run into the city to shop in person, I have ordered online. Shipping is fast too! There is even an option to change the zipper pull for an additional charge.
If you prefer plastic zippers, my favorite zipper would be the YKK, #3 Vislon zipper.You can find these zippers HERE. These zippers come in lengths of 4″- 28″ for just $3.50 in 146 different colors. You can also have them custom cut a zipper for you. These zippers are also available in #5 and #8 sizes and in closed, separating, and 2-way separating(limited colors). Again, the color charts are super accurate and shipping is fast! There is a YKK color chart available for $38. You can find that HERE.
I highly recommend these zippers for any of your Love Notions patterns. I buy all my zippers from them for my Oakley Vests, Clef Coats as well as my Constellations. I am much happier with them than any I used to pick up at Joann Fabrics(RIP).
I am so excited to share the new Palmer Dress with you! I was lucky enough to test this pattern~ and I’m really smitten with it! If you need a quick~ and I mean QUICK~ dress for the holidays this is the one you want! Oh~ btw it’s so comfortable to wear too!!!
The Palmer is on sale today, 12/5/25 through Thursday 12/11/25 for just $9.50. You can use my code 10MACSEWS45 (or 10MACSEWS) to receive 10% off. If the first code doesn’t go through, simply use the second one. NOTE: You can not get 45% off the Palmer Dress.
………….The Sew Thankful Sale At Love Notions Patterns Continues
My newest Oakley VestMy first Oakley Vest
First and foremost~ the Love Notions Sew Thankful Sales still going on! All regular priced patterns and courses are 40% off. If you use my special code 10MACSEWS45 you’ll get an extra 5%~ that means 45% off!! The sales runs through Friday 12/3/2025. Printed patterns will be 25% off. The only pattern excluded from the sale in the new Opus Vest)
I know many of you are busy checking out all the Black Friday Sales today 11/28/2025~ but Love Notions is having one of their rare site~wide sales beginning NOW! All patterns and courses are 40% off. If you use my special code 10MACSEWS45 you’ll get an extra 5%~ that means 45% off!! The sales runs from today through next Friday 12/3/2025. Printed patterns will be 25% off. You have a whole week to decide what patterns you “need”. (The only pattern excluded from the sale in the new Opus Vest)
But Wait~ There’s More!!!!!!!!!
With every purchase made during this sale using a code will allow you to get the Sewing Tool Kit PDF (print yourself at home). The Sewing Tool Kit is full of lots of helpful sewing tips guaranteed to bring your makes up a notch! But that’s not all~ for the first time EVER making a purchase (and using a sale code) will also get you the complete LOOK BOOK PDF (print at home yourself).
There are 2 ways to get this free Tool kit.
Use my 45% off code (10MACSEWS45) to get 45% off the order and I will send you the tool kit for free. Simply send me your order number and along with your email and I will send the PDF to your email.
Use Love Notions code SewThankful for just 40% off and you will get the Tool Kit added to your Love Notions account automatically. If you choose this method, please consider using my affiliate link so I will get credit for the sale. Purchase your patterns from this link.
Use code 10MACSEWS45 for 45% off your pattern order. In order to receive the Sewing Tool Kit & Love Notions LOOK BOOK for free simply send me your order number and email address and I will send you the PDF for free!
Which Patterns Should You Grab?
Need help deciding which patterns to grab during this sale? First, I recommend buying the recent new releases that you didn’t buy during the release sale. Patterns typically don’t become a $6 pattern until one year after they have released. Patterns such as the the Meadowlark Pants, Bridget Trousers, Bluegrass Shirt, Geneva Pullover and Evanston Vest are good ones to buy. These patterns may have released during the Spring and Summer months, however they will work perfectly for Fall and Winter too!
This is also a great time to pick up any of the recent $6 Feature Friday patterns that you may have missed. Patterns are only featured for $6 once a year, so if you missed one~ now is the time to grab it!
I’ll have another blog post out next week with all my favorite Love Notions patterns to use for layering this winter.
Still need inspiration? Check out some of these other blog posts!
You can check out my personal top 5 Love Notions patterns HERE. Note there might be some overlap on these lists. My favorites are constantly changing~ but these will always be patterns I love!
Want to get the most bang for your buck? Check out this blog post to find some Love Notions patterns give you the most bang for your buck!
And Now On To The Weekly Stitch!!
What I Wore This Week~
As I’ve been doing the past few weeks, I dug into the back of my closet to pull out things I haven’t been wearing. A few of those items I wore for the day and then decided to donate. A few others, I remembered why I use to love them. Others, I’ve decided on some minor adjustments I can make to them to make me love them again. And of course, some were actually a bit too small, but I wore them anyway (Hey June Halifax Hoodies).
LN Rockford Raglan in Hacci Sweater Knit
LN Oakley Vest in a Cable Sweater Knit
LN Breckenridge Vest Hack in a Sweater knit (Link to LN Blog with instructions below)
LN Rockford Raglan in a rib knit
Hey June Handmade Halifax Hoodies in Raspberry Creek Fabrics Oatmeal French Terry
LN Boyfriend Cardigan in a sweater knit from Surge Fabrics
LN La Bella Donna in a rib knit
True Bias Marlo Sweater in an “Urban Rib” knit
Hey June Santa Fe top in a rib knit from the NYC garment district. (Chic Fabrics)
What I Sewed This Week (and last week)~
Well, I haven’t gotten much sewing done these past 2 weeks. I’m still working on the new pattern test for Love Notions which releases 12/5. I just finished sewing up my final version and I can’t wait to show you all!
I was also busy prepping for my family coming for the holiday and hopping into the city to see Moulin Rouge with my sister. While in the city I grabbed a bunch of zippers from my favorite source, SIL, for the LN Oakley vests I’m sewing up.
My Fall Sewing Plans
Sometimes we need to pivot. That’s what I’ve decided I needed to do with one of the items on my Fall Plan. I knew I needed/wanted a few new LN Oakley Vests for my Fall and Winter wardrobe. I sewed up the Sage Quilted Knit that I had purchased a few years ago for the Oakley. Although I love the fabric itself, it just doesn’t work as nicely for the Oakley as my other quilted sweater knits did. This particular one has a bit more stretch to it and the recovery was not as good. I know as I wear it, it will become baggier and not be the look I’m going for. So~ I have 2 pieces of quilted sweater knit in my stash~ a gray and a purple~ which I will use instead. I have used this sweater knit in burgundy already for the Oakley and I love it. (See photos below)
Now I need to get binding and a zipper to match so I can sew them up! Update: I got the zippers on my trip into the city last week at my favorite spot SIL, ~ now I just need a purple binding! Whenever I go into the city, I cut tiny swatches of the fabrics I need zipper (or buttons) for to make matching them up easy. SIL also has an online store you can order from. The color chart on their website is pretty accurate~ I’ve ordered zippers I needed quickly and they matched perfectly!
Did you read my blog post on shopping in the NYC Garment District? You can read more about SIL and other shops HERE.
When I finish the Oakley Vests, I plan to move on to my new LN Constellations!
LN Aria Button-downs ~ ALL COMPLETE!!
Corduroy ~Woodland print that I purchased last fall from Style Maker Fabrics
Sweatshirt fleece, pink plaid that I ordered from RCF
Jacket hack in Navy linen~ just received from Mood Fabrics~
I’m going to push this ahead to my Spring Sewing Plans list
LN Timbre Top long sleeved button front version ~ ALL COMPLETE!!
Block print cotton voile ~has in stash from Blackbird Fabrics.
Perhaps a Rayon challis version? Found perfect rayon challis in my deep stash (10 yrs old?)
Bonus Sew~ Green Double Gauze from last big Joann Fabrics haul
LN Constellation Pullovers
Navy Speckle Sweatshirt Fleece~ in stash from Style Maker Fabrics
Oatmeal and Fuchsia floral sweatshirt fleece~ in stash from Style Maker Fabrics
LN Clef Coats
Gray Sweatshirt fleece~ in stash from ????
Navy Boucle purchased a few years ago from Style Maker Fabrics
LN Oakley Vests
Two Quilted Sweater knits from stash (Sage and Plum)~ from Style Maker Fabrics(2023 & 2024)
Sage Quilted knit completed.
Added Gray Quilted Sweater Knit in place of the Plum. See photos below.
Added Purple Quilted Sweater knit in place of the Purple Puff quilted fabric below.
Purple Puff quilted fabric ~Style Maker Fabrics from last year~ still trying to find fabric for binding I like!! Note: I’m not finding anything I like, so I’m rethinking my plans for this fabric.
LN Coda Coat ~ADDED 10/4
Quilted Jacket~ will be shopping at Home Goods to find a new quilt to cut up.
Update!!!! I found a quilt at Home Sense in the clearance section! A Draper James quit for just $30!
LN Sloane Sweaters~ Added 10/20 / ALL COMPLETE
Wearable muslin of the Sloane~ since I needed to make some size adjustments.
Rose Floral Reverse French Terry (Style Maker Fabrics 2024)
Houndstooth Hacci Sweater Knit~ Promo for Raspberry Creek Fabrics
You can found these quilted knits at Surge Fabrics is several colors. They are $10.99 per half yard. (I may just need to order another color since this fabric is perfect for the LN Oakley Vest! Shop for them HERE.
Thanks for reading “The Weekly Stitch”! I’m so happy you took the time to “visit” my sewing room!
Mary Anne 🙂
Remember to follow me over on Instagram to see all my latest makes! @sewmarymac
You can also follow my Facebook Page~ Sew Mary Mac. On this page you will find information on my makes from all pattern companies. If I know of any good sales(pattern or fabric) I will also feature this information. I have had many of my loyal followers send me friend requests on Facebook. I do post in the Love Notions group under Mary Anne MacLean, however this Facebook account is private. There is no sewing content on that Facebook Account.
The Love Notions links are affiliate links. It costs you nothing to purchase from these links, it just helps fund my fabric addiction which allows me to test and review more patterns.
During this week long Sew Thankful Sale use the code 10MACSEWS45. This coupon code gives you an extra 5% off the 40% off sale. This code is good for all patterns (printed patterns will be 25% off) and courses.
My code will change back to 10MACSEWS after the sale. My code does change quarterly, so please always check the newest blog post for an update if you find a code isn’t working. This code will be good through the end of 2025.
Blog Posts~ These will give you more details on each pattern, my sizing and alterations along with sewing tips for each specific pattern.
The $6 Feature Friday pattern today, 11/14/25 is the Sloane Sweater! This is a MUST HAVE pattern in my opinion. Not only does it include great options~ it’s also a fun pattern to hack. PS~ the Kids Version is also on sale for $6 too! Be sure to use my code 10MACSEWS for an additional 10% off.
A few years ago some of my fellow sewists began calling me the “Sloane Queen” because I made so many! I found the last few years I had taken a step back from it (maybe because I needed to make a bigger size.) The last few weeks I’ve been pulling them out and wearing them anyway and I totally remember why I loved this pattern so much! I’ve altered my pattern and sewn up a few new ones too. Another thing I love about the Sloane is that you can size up or down depending on the look you want. I’ve been wearing my larges, and then just fit closer and are great for layering. I’ve also made then as size up as a relaxed sweatshirt! I’ve linked a few blog posts below so you can see all my Sloane versions and Sloane Hacks! Be sure to scroll all the way to the bottom for some online Fabric Resources for the Sloane Sweater!!
The Sloane is a drop shoulder pullover that includes two basic body styles. View A has a slimmer silhouette with a curved high/low shirt tail hem that falls about mid hip. View B has a boxier more relaxed fit. It features a waistband and hits a high hip. I have even sized up for View B sometimes to have a more oversized sweatshirt.
Both views can be sewn with or without the yoke. It can be made as a basic crewneck or with a hood. Other options include a kangaroo pocket and elbow patches. There are so many different combinations you can come up with! The possibilities are endless!! Just go to the Love Notions Facebook Pattern Support group and type Sloane in the search. It’s hard to believe all the versions you’ll see are all made from this awesome pattern!
Sizes XS-5X
Full Bust Option
2 Body Styles
Relaxed Fit
Dropped Shoulder
Optional: yoke, elbow patches, hood and kangaroo pocket
The Sloane Sweater for girls is available in sizes 2T-16 and includes all the options of the Ladies Sloane (except the full bust option). View B could also be used for boys.
What I Wore Last Week~
Clearly I love wearing the LN Aria all Fall as I wore it several times this week again! I also searched through the back of my closet for things I don’t wear very often. The day I pulled out my LN Evanston Vest to wear and photograph~ I decided when looking at the photos that I felt it was too long. When I first made this I had added to the lengthen ~ so now I added it to my mending pile to shorten.
LN Aria Button-down “jacket” hack in 100% linen (Metro Textiles NYC -2021?)
LN Classic Tee/La Bella Donna Mashup in Bamboo/Cotton Jersey (Style Maker)
LN Aria Button-down in a Japanese baby wale corduroy (Style Maker Fabric-2024)
LN La Bella Donna in wide rib knit
LN Aria Button-down in RK Mammoth Flannel from Raspberry Creek Fabrics
LN Oakley Vest in Fleece~ Joann Fabrics
LN Rockford Raglan in a rib knit
LN Terra Tunic with the V-Neck Hood option in RCF Oatmeal French Terry
LN Evanston Vest in a wide rib sweater knit ~ Joann Fabrics from my stash
LN Rockford Raglan in a rib knit
LN Sloane Sweater View B in Cayambe Knit from Surge Fabrics (still available in several colors)
LN Sloane Sweater View B in Cotton French Terry from Raspberry Creek Fabrics
What I’m Sewing This Week~
This week I’ve been working on a new pattern test for Love Notions. (No sneak peeks yet~ Sorry!). That’s really about it! I’ve cleaned up my sewing space again and have pulled everything for my next few projects together. I’m moving on to my LN Oakley Vests as I have been wearing the ones I have nonstop with the drop in temperature!
My Fall Sewing Plans~
I’m proud of myself for sticking to my Fall sewing plan list! I’m still trying hard not to add anything. Clearly I won’t finish this list before Fall is officially over~ but I will continue to work on this into the winter. Come late January/February I like to begin spring sewing anyway.
LN Aria Button-downs ~ COMPLETE!!
Corduroy ~Woodland print that I purchased last fall from Style Maker Fabrics
Sweatshirt fleece, pink plaid that I ordered from RCF
Jacket hack in Navy linen~ just received from Mood Fabrics~
I’m going to push this ahead to my Spring Sewing Plans list
LN Timbre Top long sleeved button front version ~ COMPLETE!!
Block print cotton voile ~has in stash from Blackbird Fabrics.
Perhaps a Rayon challis version? Found perfect rayon challis in my deep stash (10 yrs old?)
Bonus Sew~ Green Double Gauze from last big Joann Fabrics haul
LN Constellation Pullovers
Navy Speckle Sweatshirt Fleece~ in stash from Style Maker Fabrics
Oatmeal and Fuchsia floral sweatshirt fleece~ in stash from Style Maker Fabrics
LN Clef Coat
Gray Sweatshirt fleece~ in stash from ????
Navy Boucle purchased a few years ago from Style Maker Fabrics
LN Oakley Vest
Quilted Sweater knit from stash~ from Style Maker Fabrics(2023 & 2024)
Purple quilted fabric ~Style Maker Fabrics from last year~ still trying to find fabric for binding I like!!
Fleece~ from Joann’s fabrics that I purchased just before liquidation(maybe)
LN Coda Coat ~ADDED 10/4
Quilted Jacket~ will be shopping at Home Goods to find a new quilt to cut up.
No luck at Home Goods~ I’m now looking at block print bed quilts on Amazon!
Update!!!! I found a quilt at Home Sense in the clearance section! A Draper James quit for just $30!
LN Sloane Sweater~ Added 10/20 / COMPLETE
Wearable muslin of the Sloane~ since I needed to make some size adjustments.
Rose Floral Reverse French Terry (Style Maker Fabrics 2024)
Houndstooth Hacci Sweater Knit~ Promo for Raspberry Creek Fabrics
Thanks for reading “The Weekly Stitch”! I’m so happy you took the time to “visit” my sewing room!
Mary Anne 🙂
Remember to follow me over on Instagram to see all my latest makes! @sewmarymac
You can also follow my Facebook Page~ Sew Mary Mac. On this page you will find information on my makes from all pattern companies. If I know of any good sales(pattern or fabric) I will also feature this information. I have had many of my loyal followers send me friend requests on Facebook. I do post in the Love Notions group under Mary Anne MacLean, however this Facebook account is private. There is no sewing content on that Facebook Account.
The Love Notions links are affiliate links. It costs you nothing to purchase from these links, it just helps fund my fabric addiction which allows me to test and review more patterns.
To receive an additional 10% off the LN pattern price, use this coupon code 10MACSEWS.This coupon code can be used at anytime on any pattern….even a $6 Feature Friday pattern. My code does change quarterly, so please always check the newest blog post for an update if you find a code isn’t working. This code will be good through the end of 2025.
Blog Post Links~ These will give you more details on each pattern, my sizing and alterations along with sewing tips for each specific pattern.
One of the many reasons I like to shop at Surge Fabrics is the great quality and prices. This is a family owned business and Kayla is a sewist like us. She cares about the quality of the fabrics that she sells. Be sure to follow her on Instagram and join the Surge Facebook Group to keep updated on sales, restocks of staples and new fabrics!
Surge has a such a great selection of sweater knits(at reasonable prices) that are perfect for the Sloane Sweater. I like sweater knits for both View A and View B. Some of my favorites are the Cayambe Rib knit and the Nepal Rib Knit. The Seville Wide Rib Knit would make a great dressier version. These are just a few of the sweater knits available. Check out their entire sweater fabric selection HERE.
Cayambe Rib KnitNepal Rib KnitSeville Rib Knit
For View B of the Sloane I also like to use French Terry (check the stretch %!). Surge has an amazing selection of solid color French Terry perfect for color blocking. See all the colors HERE.
RCF has a nice selection of Hacci Sweater knits that are perfect for the Sloane. It sews up nicely in both View A and B. In addition to the “Club” selection found HERE you can also custom print any of the designs in the Designer Library on Hacci sweater knit. There is a big selection of plaids and stripes that would work so nicely for a Men’s Tailgate too.
“Club” or retail Hacci Details : about $13 per yard, Medium Weight, 8 oz, 90% Polyester/7% Rayon/3% Spandex, at least 50% stretch, made and printed in the USA
Here are a few of my favorites. I am finishing up a Sloane in the Houndstooth for a RCF Promo.
RCF also has a nice selection of seasonal French Terry that is perfect for a View B Sloane. Over the years I have sewn more than a dozen for RCF (promo work) in various French Terry Prints. (Check out my Sloane Blog above to see some of them). You can see all the current “Club”/Retails French Terry Prints HERE. Below are a few of the Fall/Winter and Christmas prints available now.
French Terry Details: about $14.00 per yard, 58”wide, 220 GSM, 95/5 cotton spandex, at least 50% 4 way stretch.
Of course if you have any of the infamous Oatmeal French Terry~ it sews up into THE BEST Sloane! I have used this fabric for several of my Sloanes over the years along with Terra Tunics. This is the fabric I used for my husband’s LN Tailgate. My husband absolutely loves this fabric! This French Terry has more drape than most other French Terrys so it works for both the Ladies View A and View B. You can find this fabric HERE. However once the stock of it is gone~ it’s gone!!!
Additional Fabric Resources For The Sloane Sweater
I would look for fabrics such as: Hacci sweater knits, waffle knits, baby French Terry, French Terry(View B), rib knits
Feature Friday Pattern From Love Notions~ It’s All About Comfy Bottoms!
For the Ladies, we have the Resolutions Bottoms on sale for just $6 today, 11/7/2025. PLUS~For the Kids and Men, we have the Thomas Track Pants also just $6 each today! Remember to use my code 10MACSEWS for your additional 10% off.
The Details~ Resolution Bottoms
The Resolution Bottoms pattern is exactly what you need this cozy season! It includes 5 different views which will work for just about anything! Lounging~ YUP, Working out~ YUP! Casual Shopping trip~ YUP! Whatever your resolution~ this pattern has you covered!!!
Sizes XS-5X
Designed for knit fabrics
5 Styles
Plain Leggings
Moto Leggings
Boot Cut Yoga Pants
Straight Cut Yoga Pants
Joggers
Shaped Back Yoke for all Views
2 Waistband Options~ Contoured with 3/8″ elastic OR yoga style
Pockets~ Side Seam Pockets for Joggers and Yoga pants/Hidden front pocket for leggins
2 Pages of Fitting instructions
Skill Level~ Confident Beginners
Fabric
For the Jogger and Yoga Bottoms light to medium-weight knit fabrics with at least 25% 2-way stretch are required. Fabrics such as: French Terry, Ponte, cotton/lycra, jersey blends and double knit poly.
For the leggings medium weight fabrics with at least 50% 4-way stretch are required. Fabrics such as: Ponte, spandex and supple.
The Details~ Thomas Track Pants
These pants are perfect for active kids and grown-ups! Yet, they are also perfect for lounging when made in flannel or sweatshirt fleece! Make them for all the kids and men in your family for the holidays!! Links to patterns can be found below along with some fabric resources.
Kid Sizes 2T-14
Men’s Sizes XS-5X
Designed for wovens and stable knits * RCF sweatshirt fleece!!!
Solid and Color blocked options
Lined option
Optional Zipper Hem
Side Seam Pockets
Elastic Waist
Two how-to video clips
Skill Level~
View A~ Beginner
View B ~Confident Beginner
Zipper Hem~ Intermediate
What I Wore Last Week~
I’m still pulling me made items from the back of my closet as I switch my warm weather clothes with my warmer clothes. The last 3 items listed/shown are old makes~ which I’ve decided to hold on to. They fit me a bit closer than the pattern intends, but I will continue to wear them.
New LN Opus Vest in a baby wale corduroy
LN Rockford Raglan in a rib knit
LN Aria Button-down in Cozy Flannel from Style Maker Fabrics
LN Classic Tee/La Bella Donna mashup in a triblend knit
LN Constellation in a Sweatshirt Fleece from Raspberry Creek Fabrics
LN Sloane Sweater with Hood in a Cable Sweater Knit (2021?)
Note~ this is a size smaller than what I measure now
LN Terra Tunic in Sweatshirt Fleece from Raspberry Creek Fabric
LN Whistler Top in a Cotton French Terry, with reverse side used for the collar.
Note~ this is a size smaller than what I measure now
What I’m Sewing This Week~
This week I’m finishing up my new Sloane Sweaters. I made a wearable muslin of the Sloane since it had been a few years since I had sewn up View A. View A is a slimmer fit than View B. (I’ve sewn plenty of the View B as sweatshirts) The pattern I had traced out was an XL with FBA graded out to a 2X. Lately I have been sewing a 2X graded to a 3X on newer patterns I’ve been making. Going by the fit of the purple knit version seen above, I kept the XL in the shoulder and neckline area (as my Upper bust measurement in just below the 2X). I graded to the 2X for the sleeve and side seams. I’m was happy with my “test” version and I moved on to sewing the ones from my Fall Plans list.
To see my full collection of Sloane Sweaters you can visit this blog post. These are mostly older versions as I had kinda stepped away from this pattern for a bit. I will eventually update this blog post with photos of my newer version.
I’ve been outside quite a bit taking advantage of the milder weather so I haven’t gotten as much done as I planned. I love riding my bike and I’m trying to get as many rides in before it just gets too cold!
My Fall Sewing Plans~
I’ve really stuck to my Fall sewing plan list! I’m really really really trying hard not to add anything. Clearly I won’t finish this list before Fall is officially over~ but I will continue to work on this into the winter. Come late January/February I like to begin spring sewing anyway.
LN Aria Button-downs~ COMPLETE!
Corduroy ~Woodland print that I purchased last fall from Style Maker Fabrics
Sweatshirt fleece, pink plaid that I ordered from RCF
Jacket hack in Navy linen~ just received from Mood Fabrics~
I’m going to push this ahead to my Spring Sewing Plans list
LN Timbre Top long sleeved button front version. ~COMPLETE!!
Block print cotton voile ~has in stash from Blackbird Fabrics.
Perhaps a Rayon challis version? Found perfect rayon challis in my deep stash (10 yrs old?)
Bonus Sew~ Green Double Gauze from last big Joann Fabrics haul
LN Constellation Pullovers
Navy Speckle Sweatshirt Fleece~ in stash from Style Maker Fabrics
Oatmeal and Fuchsia floral sweatshirt fleece~ in stash from Style Maker Fabrics
LN Clef Coat
Gray Sweatshirt fleece~ in stash from ????
Navy Boucle purchased a few years ago from Style Maker Fabrics
LN Oakley Vest
Quilted Sweater knit from stash~ from Style Maker Fabrics(2023 & 2024)
Purple quilted fabric ~Style Maker Fabrics from last year
Fleece~ from Joann’s fabrics that I purchased just before liquidation
LN Coda Coat ~ADDED 10/4
Quilted Jacket~ will be shopping at Home Goods to find a new quilt to cut up.
No luck at Home Goods~ I’m now looking at block print bed quilts on Amazon!
Update!!!! I found a quilt at Home Sense in the clearance section! A Draper James quit for just $30!
LN Sloane Sweater~ ADDED 10/20
Wearable muslin of the Sloane~ since I needed to make a few size adjustments Done
Rose Floral Reverse French Terry (Style Maker Fabrics 2024) Done
Teal Striped Ribbed Sweater Knit (Style Maker Fabrics 2024)Will be done by Sunday!
Houndstooth Hacci Sweater Knit ~ Promo for Raspberry Creek Fabrics
Thanks for reading “The Weekly Stitch”! I’m so happy you took the time to “visit” my sewing room!
Mary Anne 🙂
Remember to follow me over on Instagram to see all my latest makes! @sewmarymac
You can also follow my Facebook Page~ Sew Mary Mac. On this page you will find information on my makes from all pattern companies. If I know of any good sales(pattern or fabric) I will also feature this information. I have had many of my loyal followers send me friend requests on Facebook. I do post in the Love Notions group under Mary Anne MacLean, however this Facebook account is private. There is no sewing content on that Facebook Account.
The Love Notions links are affiliate links. It costs you nothing to purchase from these links, it just helps fund my fabric addiction which allows me to test and review more patterns.
To receive an additional 10% off the LN pattern price, use this coupon code 10MACSEWS.This coupon code can be used at anytime on any pattern….even a $6 Feature Friday pattern. My code does change quarterly, so please always check the newest blog post for an update if you find a code isn’t working. This code will be good through the end of 2025.
Blog Post Links~ These will give you more details on each pattern, my sizing and alterations along with sewing tips for each specific pattern.
The first place I would shop for fabric for the Resolutions would be Surge Fabrics. They have a great selection of activewear fabrics. You can find them HERE.
For the Thomas Track Pants
Raspberry Creek Sweatshirt Fleece~ this fabric is perfect for the Thomas Track Pants! Warm and snuggly and stable enough to sew up nicely in this pattern!
I find this fabric so warm and cozy yet not as heavy or bulky as some sweatshirt fleece. It has a slight heathered appearance due to the rayon content which just adds to its appeal. There are so many color coordinated options in the shop right now. (And you can also print custom designs on it as well!)
Feature Friday Pattern From LN + the New Opus Vest = Perfect Holiday Outfit
The new Opus Vest pattern is still on release week pricing, $9.50 through Monday 10/3/2025. So, if you haven’t picked it up~ I highly recommend doing so! This week’s Feature Friday pattern, the Encore Skirt is exactly what you need to go with your new vest!! I think this combo is perfect to create a stunning holiday outfit. I’m thinking a velvet or wool crepe Encore Skirt with a plaid Opus Vest! (For all the details on the Opus Vest, visit this blog post.)
The Encore Skirt is a great updated classic skirt pattern with a really clever pocket construction. The pocket construction is fun to sew and adds interesting visual details. The possibilities are endless with the different body style and length combinations you can create. Using different fabrics can completely change the look of this skirt.
This week kinda looks like Aria Week!! I really do love the LN Aria Button-down! I wore my brand new sweatshirt version and I can’t wait to make another one! I also wore another of my favorites, my soft washed corduroy version. This fabric is just so comfortable~ I wish I could get more!
LN Aria Jacket Hack in plaid linen* (Metro Textiles, NYC circa 2021) Yes~ I wear this often!!!!
LN Classic Tee/La Bella Donna mashup t-shirt in a rib knit*
LN Lincoln Top lengthened and hacked with a Terra Tunic V-neck in a sweater knit*
Non functioning buttons
LN Aria Button-down sewn in a Sweatshirt Fleece from RCP (custom printed)
I wanted to make this after seeing one in Macy’s that I loved~ but a can NEVER buy button-downs that fit at bust and hips without the neck and shoulders being huge!!!
LN Coda Coat made from a quilt from Home Goods
LN Sloane in a waffle knit
LN Band Camp shirt with a hacked LN Boyfriend Cardigan Vest* (Style Maker Fabrics 2024)
LN Aria Button-Down in washed corduroy (Style Maker Fabrics 2023)
The beginning of the week, I was sewing like crazy to get my new Opus Vest ready for release on Tuesday. I’m looking forward to making another one!
I also have a Fabric Promo for Raspberry Creek Fabrics to sew up. I’m working on a Sloane mashup with a cowl neckline. I’ve selected a Houndstooth Hacci Sweater knit which I think will be perfect for the drape needed for the cowl. I will be revealing that in December.
To make sure I get the sizing just right on my Sloane promo sweater, I’m sewing up a basic Sloane or two with some fabrics in my stash. After wearing a couple of Sloanes last week, I remembered how much I love this pattern~ and I haven’t sewn a new one in sweater knit for quite some time. Below are my fabrics for my new Sloane Sweaters.
Rose Floral baby French Terry with loop side on outside (Style Maker Fabrics 2024)
Houndstooth Hacci Sweater Knit (Raspberry Creek Fabrics)
My Fall Sewing Plans~
I am trying really really hard to stick to the sewing plans that I made a few weeks back. I haven’t added anything to the list since 10/20~ can I count that as a win?
LN Aria Button-downs~ COMPLETE!
Corduroy ~Woodland print that I purchased last fall from Style Maker Fabrics
Sweatshirt fleece, pink plaid that I ordered from RCF
Jacket hack in Navy linen~ just received from Mood Fabrics~
I’m going to push this ahead to my Spring Sewing Plans list
LN Timbre Top long sleeved button front version. ~COMPLETE!!
Block print cotton voile ~has in stash from Blackbird Fabrics.
Perhaps a Rayon challis version? Found perfect rayon challis in my deep stash (10 yrs old?)
Bonus Sew~ Green Double Gauze from last big Joann Fabrics haul
LN Constellation Pullovers
Navy Speckle Sweatshirt Fleece~ in stash from Style Maker Fabrics
Oatmeal and Fuchsia floral sweatshirt fleece~ in stash from Style Maker Fabrics
LN Clef Coat
Gray Sweatshirt fleece~ in stash from ????
Navy Boucle purchased a few years ago from Style Maker Fabrics
LN Oakley Vest
Quilted Sweater knit from stash~ from Style Maker Fabrics(2023 & 2024)
Purple quilted fabric ~Style Maker Fabrics from last year
Fleece~ from Joann’s fabrics that I purchased just before liquidation
LN Coda Coat ~ADDED 10/4
Quilted Jacket~ will be shopping at Home Goods to find a new quilt to cut up.
No luck at Home Goods~ I’m now looking at block print bed quilts on Amazon!
LN Sloane Sweater~ ADDED 10/20
After wearing so many older Sloanes last week~ I’ve been itching to sew up another one or two. When sitting at my work table I look right at my shelf of knit fabrics and one just keeps calling my name (ok 2 lol).
Thanks for reading “The Weekly Stitch”! I’m so happy you took the time to “visit” my sewing room!
Mary Anne 🙂
Remember to follow me over on Instagram to see all my latest makes! @sewmarymac
You can also follow my Facebook Page~ Sew Mary Mac. On this page you will find information on my makes from all pattern companies. If I know of any good sales(pattern or fabric) I will also feature this information. I have had many of my loyal followers send me friend requests on Facebook. I do post in the Love Notions group under Mary Anne MacLean, however this Facebook account is private. There is no sewing content on that Facebook Account.
The Love Notions links are affiliate links. It costs you nothing to purchase from these links, it just helps fund my fabric addiction which allows me to test and review more patterns.
To receive an additional 10% off the LN pattern price, use this coupon code 10MACSEWS.This coupon code can be used at anytime on any pattern….even a $6 Feature Friday pattern. My code does change quarterly, so please always check the newest blog post for an update if you find a code isn’t working. This code will be good through the end of 2025.
I find this fabric so warm and cozy yet not as heavy or bulky as some sweatshirt fleece. It has a slight heathered appearance due to the rayon content which just adds to its appeal. There are so many color coordinated options in the shop right now. (And you can also print custom designs on it as well!)
I’ve sewn it up in the LN Compose Robe, LN Constellation, Grainline Cardigan(2) and my newest the LN Aria Buttondown. It has minimal stretch like a true sweatshirt fleece, so you need to choose your pattern wisely. If sewing a pattern with a bottom band you may need to use ribbing instead. Here are a few of my sweatshirt fleece makes.
Wide Wale Corduroy Resources
I purchased my washed wide wale corduroy a few years ago, and I wish I could get more of exactly the same. I’ve even on the search for something similar.
Yard Blox ~ This is a new to me company, however I do know a few people who have ordered fabric from them and they are very pleased,
They carry a corduroy they call “Elephant” Corduroy. It comes in a ton of colors too! I think it is a bit heavier than the corduroy I used for my Aria, which is why I would suggest you order a free sample from them. I just love when shop offer this! You can find that fabric HERE.
I also noticed that they carry several Japanese printed pinwale corduroys. Some are the same brand (HOKKOH) that I have ordered from some of my favorite shops previously, and sadly they are rather expensive. However, they have some “exclusive” prints that are reasonable. I would take a look at these as well. They would be perfect for the new Opus Vest! Check all of them out HERE.
Hello! Welcome to my blog. I'm Mary, a retired Family & Consumer Science teacher of 32 years. I now spend my time making all my own clothes because I'm fun! I have an amazing daughter who made this blog for me.
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