Back in 2020, I did my first pattern test for Love Notions. It was the Sunday Romper. At that time, I made the dress version~ because I “knew” I would look terrible in a romper! My thoughts were: “I’m too old to wear a romper”, “I’m too short to wear a romper”, “Pear shapes can’t wear rompers” and the excuses went on.
Fast forward to 2022and 2024 and well~ you guessed it~ At 60 + years old, this “petite pear” made herself a romper and she LOVES it!
Regardless of your age, size, shape or height~ we all deserve some secret pajamas! The SUNDAYROMPER belongs in EVERYONE’s closet! Today, 8/22/25 it’s on sale for just $6! Use my code 10MARYMAC for an additional 10% off.
The Metra Blazer is the Feature Friday pattern today, April 17, 2026. The pattern alone is just $6. Or, you can purchase the Metra Blazer Sewing Course for just $15 (with the code listed below) and the pattern for just $21!!
Already own the Metra Blazer pattern? If you already own the pattern but now would love the course, today is your lucky day! You too can purchase just the Metra Blazer Sewing Course for just $15! That’s a great deal. In order to get this fabulous deal you must enter the code STITCH-9K4XQ2
Note~ you can’t use my personal code for an additional percentage off, so please use my affiliate link for the pattern and/or course so I get credit for your purchase.
UPDATE: To see additional Metra Blazers I’ve made, visit this blog post. HERE
First off, I just need to say that I had so much fun sewing this pattern! I purchased the Metra Blazer pattern when it first released, had it printed at the copy shop and then it just sat in my sewing room. What I love about Feature Fridays, is that as an ambassador I often try to sew one up so I can post about it and I am SO happy I did! WHY oh why did I wait so long to sew this up!?!?!?!
So trust me, if you haven’t sewn one, you need to! I made my wearable muslin~ which I actually LOVE and suddenly I wished I had sewn this so long ago! If you think you aren’t the blazer type of person, I would give this a try. I NEVER wore blazers, even before I retired and I want a closet full of them now!
UPDATE: In honor the the Metra Blazer Feature Friday this week I’ve sewn up yet another version! This time in a lightweight ponte twill that has a bit more drape than a traditional ponte.
New Ponte Twill Metra
Details
The Metra is a simple casual blazer with two collar options. You can choose between the classic shawl collar and the modern wide lapel collar. It features in seam welt pockets that are much easier to construct than you might think! What I love most about this pattern are the great construction techniques that help you create an amazing, clean inside finish. I love when the inside of a garment is as pretty as the outside!
In honor of the 40% site wide sale over at Love Notions this week- I decided to give you a run down of the 5 Love Notions that I use the most! These are the patterns I use over and over again to create my wardrobe.
Make sure you read to the very end of this blog post for some really exciting news!!!!!!!!!!!!!
1. Sloane Sweater
What I love about this pattern:
The versatility of this pattern is never ending!
Amazing options to choose from: hood, pockets, yoke, elbow patches, 2 body styles
Hackability: the Sloane is so easy and fun to hack.
Easy to achieve a good fit- it makes a great pattern to use for gifts
Click HERE to see my blog post all about my Sloanes. You can read about several hacks and RTW copycats that I have created. All the Sloanes below are made from sweater knit and are the ones I am wearing most this Fall. My blog post features Sloanes made with French Terry and other fabrics.
Hood option in sweater knitFunnel Collar HackBasic Crew neck in sweater knitContinue reading →
The Arlington Sweater is the $6 Feature Friday Pattern today, 10/17/2025. It is such a great pattern for the transitional weather most of us are having right now. Be sure to use my code 10MACSEWS for an additional 10% off.
As a Love Notions Ambassador, I was able to get my hands on this pattern before it was released. Let me tell you – it’s a pretty awesome pattern–one that so many have been asking for over and over! It is such a classic with enough options that take it from a basic turtleneck to something extra special!
THE DETAILS
The Arlington includes 3 body styles: shirt length, banded shirt and dress length. There are 3 necklines to choose from: Turtleneck, mock neck and cowl. It also has 5, yes 5 sleeve options: Long, Elbow, Short Puffed, Long Puffed and Bishop. With all these options there are so many different combinations you can make with just this one pattern! Talk about bang for your buck!
NOTE: The Sloane Sweater is the $6 Feature Friday pattern at Love Notions today 11/14/2025. Be sure to use my code 10MACSEWS for an additional 10% off. The Sloane Sweater for Girls is also just $6 today!
GET READY FOR FALL WITH THE LOVE NOTIONS SLOANE SWEATER
Every fall I can’t wait to make a few new Love Notions Sloane Sweaters. Why should you want some Sloanes? Well, it’s a fast sew, beginner friendly, cute, flattering, and the options are endless, need I go on? Oh yeah, and it is such a fun pattern to hack! Did you know I’ve been called the “Sloane Queen”? Well believe me, I’m not the only one that loves this pattern- and soon I’m sure you’re going to love it too!
View A- Crew Neck Sweater Knit- Olga’s ClosetView B French Terry-RCF Worn with RTW VestView A with hood Sweater Knit- Mily Mae FabricsContinue reading →
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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