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The Weekly Stitch With Sew Mary Mac~ April 10, 2026

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Feature Friday Patterns From Love Notions~ The Game Day Jerseys!

The Feature Friday Pattern today is actually 3 patterns!!

There is a whole family of Game Day Jerseys available: Women’s, Men’s and Kids. Today, Friday April 10m 2026 they are all on sale for $6 each as the Love Notions Feature Friday patterns. To receive an extra 10% off an order totaling $8 or more, use my code 10MARYMAC.

Is a Game Day Jersey not really your thing? Me either~ but I found a way to sew this pattern up to become one of my favorite casual tops! And it doesn’t look anything like a “jersey”. After taking new photos of this “jersey” earlier this week, I realized I need to make more of these!

Why else should you purchase the Game Day Jersey? Do you love V-necks, but struggle sewing them??? Then THIS is the pattern for you! The lapped V-neck is such an easy element to sew- and it looks great! That is my favorite version of the Game Day! Oh yeah and it makes a great nightgown too( pajama top)! Scroll down to see those pics!

Be sure to visit my blog post linked below for some guidance in choosing your size for the Game Day Jersey. It is designed to be over-sized!

In honor of the Game Day Jersey being the Feature Friday pattern this week, I decided to share my little hack! This periwinkle floral rib knit top is a favorite! Having small shoulders and a full bust, I’m not always thrilled with the oversized jersey look on me. This version is a size L (Full bust) graded to an XL at the hip. (A size down according to my measurements.). To add just a touch of fullness to the back, without adding any additional room in the neck and shoulder area, I added a few gathers to the lower back piece. I find when getting things to fit me AND look nice, I need to get a good fit at the shoulders and neck area. By using the smaller size, I achieved that good fit~ and my little hack gave me just enough extra room in the back to make it comfortable.

Adding the back gathers is super simple!

  1. When laying out your back piece, place the pattern piece about 1 1/4″ to 2″ away from the fold rather than on the fold. See photo below.
  2. Stitch a gathering stitch across the top of the back piece, then pin it to the back yoke to fit. I made sure that my gathers were more concentrated towards the center.
  3. Press the seam up towards the yoke and topstitch.

But there’s more! I’ve even used the Game Day Jersey pattern to create one of my favorite nightgowns (along with my Juliet nightgowns)! Visit this blog post for all the details! The sage green nightgown was my first attempt at this hack and I added a bit too much fullness.

For complete details on the Ladies Game Day Jersey, visit this blog post. Here you’ll find other versions of my Game Day Jerseys, my sizing, sizing tips, along with sewing tips for the sleeve stripes.

What I’m Sewing This Week~

Earlier this week, I finished up my pink/coral Metra Blazer! Something else to check off on my Spring Sewing Plans list! (See photo below~ I wore it on Easter Sunday.)

I then spent most of this week working on my final “Interlude” jacket, the new pattern releasing later this month from Love Notions. We did run into an issue with the Full Bust version that needed to be adjusted. So I had to stop working on it for a few days. I think it’s one everyone will love. Lots of topstitching for a really professional look~ and not as hard to sew as you may think. I consider it a “satisfying” sew and I’ve been enjoying taking my time while sewing it up. I can’t wait to show you!! It will release at the end of April hopefully!

Because it’s been a stressful week~ between the holiday, pattern testing issues, interior house painting putting the house in disarray while my husband is doing a laundry room refresh(adding board and batten trim work) I needed a quick an easy satisfying sew. For me that is always the Constellation! So I added 2 to my Spring Sewing plans and got one sewn up in a Cornflower Blue French Terry from Raspberry Creek Fabrics!

I also got a sneak peek of the Summer French Terry and Cotton Jersey release from Raspberry Creek. So I selected three designs and planned out what I would sew them up into. They are just cute novelty prints that are perfect for summer. I’ve planned a Constellation and a new nightgown for myself. I’ll be going with the LN Juliet nightgown hack as it works best for cotton jersey. I’ll also be making the LN Everyday Playdress for my four year old niece Vivian. I have made so many of these dresses for her and she wears then for about 2 years! As they get shorter she wears shorts underneath! Here is one of her favorites!

What I Wore This Week~

Our temps cooled down the beginning of the week ~ then warmed up a bit with another 80* day! Discovering each day where the “holes” are in my wardrobe. Do I dare say I need more Constellations? (Yup~ they’ve been added!)

  • LN Terra Tunic with V-neck hood~ in Oatmeal French Terry from Raspberry Creek Fabrics
  • LN Constellation ~ in French Terry from RCF (2021?)
  • LN Metra Blazer ~ in a Ponte Twill from Surge Fabrics
  • LN Constellation ~ in French Terry from RCF (available at retail now)
  • LN Aria Button down ~ in fleece sweat shirting from RCF (custom printed)
    • LN La Bella Donna in rib knit
  • LN Harmony Top with a True Bias Marlo Sweater
    • Top in Stretch Crepe from RCF
    • Cardigan in “Urban” Rib from Mily Mae Fabrics~2024?

My Spring Sewing Plans~

I actually got one item crossed off my plans this week (the Pink Ponte Metra Blazer), but I did add 2 Constellations to my list. I love my French Terry (RCF) versions of the Constellation~ and I’ve found that several of my older ones are too large and look sloppy. I’ll keep them to wear for layering in the Fall, but for now I wanted to add a few new ones. This pullover is my favorite thing to wear for bike rides~ the large front pocket holds my phone without ever having to worry about it falling out!

  • LN Compose Robe “Cardigan”
    • Lt. Blue Italian Boucle (Chic Fabrics, NYC Garment District) DONE!
  • LN Metra Blazer
    • Navy Ponte (stash)
    • Bright Pink Linen look ponte (Surge Fabrics 2023?) DONE
    • Gray Sweatshirt fleece to copy the viral “Gray Sweatshirt Blazer” 
  • LN Aria Button down
    • Purple Linen~ long sleeved (Mood Fabrics, linen chambray)
    • Navy Linen hacked “Jacket”  (Mood Fabrics, midweight linen)
    • Another color blocked linen version (will buy at Gray Lines Linen in NYC my next trip in)
    • White Textured Cotton ~long sleeved (Stash
  • LN Coda Coat
    • Draper James bed quilt 
  • LN Caprice Skirt
    • Denim Chambray (stash)
    • Navy Batik print (I’ve had for years from Fabric.com!)
  • LN Constellation
    • New Swim knit from RCF- lipstick pink and green
    • Coral Loop French Terry
    • 2 new French Terry (RCF) prints
      • Cornflower floral DONE
      • Patriotic Block Print Floral
  • LN Clef Coat
    • Gray Sweatshirt Fleece (stash)~ I ordered a pink Vislon separating zipper~DONE
    • Navy Boucle (Style Maker Fabrics 2023?)~ It’s in time out and waiting it’s turn!  This Coat is cut out and I’m setting it aside and will come back to it.

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.

Pattern Links~

NOTE: These are affiliate links. It costs you nothing to purchase from these links but they do give me credit for your purchase and provide me with a small commission. This helps fund my fabric stash which allows me to continue to test and review more patterns.

Love Notions Patterns

To receive an additional 10% off LN pattern prices, use my code 10MARYMAC. This coupon code can be used on any purchase as along as the order total is $8 or more. This means that you can no longer get my 10% off one $6 Feature Friday pattern by itself.  Since this change has been made I would truly appreciate it if you used my affiliate links above to purchase the Feature Friday patterns so that I will get “credit” for the sale. (I do receive a small commission). To take more advantage of the $6 FF sale, I suggest adding the Kid’s or Men’s Game Day Jersey to your pattern order so you may use the 10% off code.

Blog Posts~ These will give you more details on each pattern, my sizing and alterations along with sewing tips for each specific pattern.

Last Day of the Love Notions Sale & The Weekly Stitch With Sew Mary Mac~ March 27, 2026

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Today is The Last Day of the Love Notions 40% off Sale ~

*Use Code 10MACSEWS for 45% Off

Style Maker Fabrics Spring Launch News!!!!!!

$5 shipping (US) through April 6, 2026 regardless of how big your order may be!!! International fabric orders will receive a special discounted rate.

Style Maker Fabrics is one of my go-to fabric shops. I’ve been a loyal customer since 2018. If I had to pick ONE reason I love Style Maker Fabrics it would be the quality! This small family owned business goes above and beyond to make sure ALL the fabrics they sell are top quality.

To me, buying fabric and sewing are two completely separate hobbies. I LOVE fabric, always have always will. I often buy fabric just because it’s pretty and I like it~ with no intended purpose. It often winds up in my stash and eventually will get used. BUT~ my purchases from Style Maker are very different. This is the shop I go to when I’m looking for something for a specific project. Whether it’s a new Oakley Vest and Aria Shirt combination, or a “Faux Dress” and vest, I can always find exactly what I want at Style Maker. You can purchase samples for a small fee, or even ask them for actual photos of two fabrics together if you’re unsure.

My personal favorites

  • Rayon Challis, Poplin, Twill and Crepe. SM Fabrics carries a great selection of high quality rayons. Perfect for a new Rhapsody, Harmony or Caprice Skirt. Very few shops carry a true Rayon Crepe fabric. What a lot of other shops call Rayon Crepe is really a Rayon Crinkle. A true crepe has a pebble like texture in the weave. Rayon tail and poplin have a bit more body to them than challis, I love this fabric for blouses.
  • I love working with Rayon fabrics. The saying “you get what you pay for” really matters when shopping for it. Poor quality rayons don’t hold up very well, don’t wash very well and often just becomes a waste of your money. Every piece of rayon I have purchased from Style Maker Fabrics was been a pleasure to work with and wear. I always prewash my rayons and tumble dry low. After they are sewn, I machine wash them on cold and hang to dry. I do this because I love these garments and what them to last!!!
  • Cotton Modal Jersey Knit. THIS is my go-to for basics. Whether a Classic Tee or a La Bella Donna. It feels so dreamy. It may be a tad more expensive than other fabrics, but it is worth the price. You can find that fabric here.

Visit this blog post to see/read all about the collaboration I did with Style Maker Fabrics back in 2024.

Visit this blog post to see some of the Style Maker fabrics I used for my Spring 2024 wardrobe.

These are some of the fabrics that I have ordered. A seersucker plaid, rayon twill floral and an organic cotton knit stripe.

What I’m Sewing This Week~

This week I finished up the Fit test for the new Love Notions jacket pattern that will release next month. Some fit and design features are being adjusted now and then next week I will work on my final jacket.

I was also able to get something off my “Spring Sewing Plans” list completed! I made another Compose “Cardigan” from a boucle that I purchased at Chic Fabrics in the NYC Garment District. If you ever get into the city and need a little guidance on where to shop, I’ve got an entire blog post about shopping in the NYC Garment District. You can read that blog post HERE.

You can read more about modifying the Compose Robe pattern into a “Cardigan” HERE.

Returning This Week ~ What I Wore!

With the bitter cold and rainy days behind us (hopefully), I’ve been wearing more of my me-mades. (Instead of warm snuggly sweatshirt!). As I’m doing this I’m also dividing the clothes in my closet into 3 categories: Keep, Donate and Alterations needed. Sometimes wearing an item for a day helps me to decide what direction to move in. All three of the items below will be kept~ but with alterations made. The Band Camp needs to be taken in on the side seams as well as the Timbre Top. Neither of these can really be worn without a cardigan anymore. My Compose Cardigan needs to be shortened. This particular Boucle has some vertical stretch and I think it will look much better a tad shorter. It won’t be a quick project since removing topstitching out of boucle won’t be easy! However this fabric is special to me so it will be worth it in the long run. The Kelly green linen Aria will also need some work~ I’ll start with taking in the side seams a tad, then will unpick the back yoke and take out some fullness (that I added ) to slim it down.

  • LN Band Camp shirt- long sleeved with RTW cardigan.
    • Floral Stretch Crepe woven from Raspberry Creek Farics
  • LN Timbre Top in a floral Stretch Crepe from RCF with a True Bias Marlo Sweater in Urban Rib knit
  • LN Compose “Cardigan” in an Italian Boucle from Metro Textiles, NYC
  • LN Aria Button down “Jacket” in Italian Linen from Metro Textiles, NYC

Visit this blog post for all the details on how I create my Compose “Cardigan”.

Visit this blog post for details on how I create my Aria “Jacket”.

My Spring Sewing Plans~

I’m moving slowly here. I did get my new Compose “Cardigan” finished this week! Hopefully well we have a few bad weather days~ I find it so hard to sit inside and sew when I could be outside doing other things! Next up I think I’ll work on the Coda Coat!

  • LN Compose Robe “Cardigan”
    • Lt. Blue Italian Boucle (Chic Fabrics, NYC Garment District) DONE!
  • LN Metra Blazer
    • Navy Ponte (stash)
    • Bright Pink Linen look ponte (Surge Fabrics 2023?)
  • LN Aria Button down
    • Purple Linen~ long sleeved (Mood Fabrics, linen chambray)
    • Navy Linen hacked “Jacket”  (Mood Fabrics, midweight linen)
    • Another color blocked linen version (will buy at Gray Lines Linen in NYC my next trip in)
    • White Textured Cotton ~long sleeved (Stash
  • LN Coda Coat
    • Draper James bed quilt
  • LN Caprice Skirt
    • Denim Chambray (stash)
    • Navy Batik print (I’ve had for years from Fabric.com!)
  • LN Constellation
    • New Swim knit from RCF- lipstick pink and green
    • Coral Loop French Terry
  • LN Clef Coat
    • Gray Sweatshirt Fleece (stash)~ I ordered a pink Vislon separating zipper~DONE
    • Navy Boucle (Style Maker Fabrics 2023?)~ I ordered 2 zippers, both a navy Everbright metal zipper, one silver the other gold and will decide when they arrive which one I will use.out and waiting it’s turn!  This Coat is cut out and I’m setting it aside and will come back to it.

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.

Pattern Links~

NOTE: These are affiliate links. It costs you nothing to purchase from these links but they do give me credit for your purchase and provide me with a small commission. This helps fund my fabric addiction which allows me to continue to test and review more patterns. Through Friday 3/27, use code 10MACSEWS for 45% off!

Love Notions Patterns

Happy 2026 & The Return Of The Weekly Stitch!

Hi Sewing Friends!

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 the Evanston 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!

This is THE PERFECT piece for your winter layering wardrobe! I simply love this pattern. I have made 4 so far and I wear them often. For all the details on the Evanston Vest along with my sizing, modifications and tips be sure to visit THIS BLOG POST.

Just before I went to Boston, I whipped up a new LN Sloane Sweater and added the Evanston Cowl to make the perfect cozy winter sweater. I love it paired with the Oakley Vest!

Thanks for stopping by! I truly appreciate all of you that visit!  If you enjoyed this blog post, consider subscribing to my blog to stay up to date with all my posts!  

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.

You can grab the Evanston Vest pattern HERE,

This is an affiliate link. It costs you nothing to purchase from this link, it just helps fund my fabric addiction which allows me to test and review more patterns.

To receive an additional 10% off the 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 is good through March 2026.

The Weekly Stitch With Sew Mary Mac~ December 11, 2025

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Feature Friday Pattern From Love Notions~

The $6 Feature Friday pattern today, 12/12/25 is the Compose Robe! This is a MUST HAVE pattern in my opinion. Not only does everyone need at least one Compose Robe in their closet~ it’s also a fun pattern to hack into a cardigan! PS~ the Kids Version is also on sale for $6 too! 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.

Need a few last minute gifts? The Compose Robe is a quick sew too! Make them for the whole family! One of my favorite things I have done with the Compose Robe pattern is to make a few small changes to create one of my most favorite cardigans. Did you ever have a knit that just didn’t have enough stretch to make a Boyfriend Cardigan? Compose to the rescue~ as this pattern is designed for wovens or knits!

The Details

Why I love this pattern:

  • Makes THE perfect gift! (I made one for my sister for Christmas last year)
  • Quick and easy sew.
  • Beginner Friendly
  • Can be made in knit or woven fabrics.
  • Banded or hooded options
  • 2 different lengths available: Knee and Calf
  • Hanging loop included in pattern.
  • Can be hacked easily into a cardigan!

For more details, including my sizing and alterations as well as how to add inside ties, visit this blog post.

For details on the changes I made to create my cardigan visit this blog post. (Be sure to scroll down)

Below are my 2 Compose Cardigans! I bought this pink Italian Boucle from Kashi at Metro Textiles in NYC Garment district a few years ago. I made it into my favorite cardigan and wore it to visit him a few months later! I purchased another piece of Italian Boucle this summer and my plan is another Compose Cardigan!!

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What I Wore Last Week~

When I say that I LOVE the LN Oakley Vest, I really do mean it!!! As you can see it really is my go-to when the weather turns cold. We’ve been having some frigid weather here lately~ hence some not so good quick photos outside!

  • LN Oakley Vest in a quilted sweater knit from Surge Fabrics
    • LN Aria button down in sweatshirt fleece ~ Raspberry Creek Fabrics
    • LN Rockford raglan in a rib knit
  • LN Constellation in a holiday French Terry from Raspberry Creek Fabrics
  • LN Terra Tunic with V-neck hood in a sweater knit (2022?)
  • LN Oakley Vest in a quilted sweater knit
    • LN Sloane in a baby French terry
  • LN Oakley Vest in a quilted sweater knit
    • RTW Sweater (Old Navy from a few years ago~ I have this sweater in 3 colors and love them! They are 100% cotton and wash and dry so well!)
  • LN Aria Button down in a Washed Corduroy
    • LN Rockford Raglan in a rib knit

What I’m Sewing This Week~

Like so many of you, I haven’t been getting much sewing done since right before Thanksgiving. My 2 grown daughters(+ husband and boyfriend) come home for the holiday so there is always so much to be done. Between cleaning, getting guest rooms ready and prepping food there isn’t much time for sewing!

We also went into the city for our annual Rockettes Spectacular to get into the Christmas spirit! (See bonus photos below.) That day took a bit a recuperating the following day!

This week I worked on the Constellations I had on my Fall Sewing Plan list. The navy blue speckled sweatshirt fleece is all done and ready for the cold weather of Boston! The other sweatshirt version is all cut out and pinned. I just need to find to time to sew it up. It might not get done before Christmas!

Sunday we will be leaving to head up to New England (Newport, RI and Boston) to see my husband’s family, eat a few awesome meals in the North End of Boston(IYKYK) and to go to a Bruins game at the Boston Garden. The weather is gonna be COLD and it looks like we are going to be driving up in a snowstorm! I’m so glad I got my Oakley Vests finished as they are all coming with me. Layer, Layer, Layer!!!

My Fall Sewing Plans~

Now that the Holiday season is in full swing my sewing has slowed down~ but I’m still plugging along on my Fall Sewing plan list! I did complete the Oakley Vests and I’m finishing up my Constellations. (one complete and one cut out). All I have left are my Clef Coats and then my Coda Coat (which is really for early Spring). So, I’m pretty happy with how I “kinda” stuck to my plans! After the Holidays, I’ll be coming up with a new “Winter /Early Spring Sewing Plan List”.

  • 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 DONE!
    • Oatmeal and Fuchsia floral sweatshirt fleece~ in stash from Style Maker Fabrics CUT OUT!
  • LN Clef Coat
    • Gray Sweatshirt fleece~ in stash from ????
    • Navy Boucle purchased a few years ago from Style Maker Fabrics
  • LN Oakley Vests ALL COMPLETED!
    • 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.
    • 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
    • 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)
    • Teal Striped Ribbed Sweater Knit (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.

Pattern Links~

Love Notions Patterns

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 10MACSEWS45 .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. (NOTE: This is just 10% off, not 45.) If for some reason the above code does not work, use the code 10MACSEWS.

My code does change quarterly, so please always check the newest blog post for an update if you find a code isn’t working. January 2026 my code will change.

Blog Posts~ These will give you more details on each pattern, my sizing and alterations along with sewing tips for each specific pattern.

Bonus Photos~ Our Annual NYC Trip To See The Rockettes, Lunch and Bryant Park Christmas Village

Every year in early December my husband and I take a trip into the city with my one daughter. She has to see the Rockettes every year! Every few years my older daughter joins us too. We see the morning show, eat lunch at my favorite lunch spot (Valerie), visit the Saks windows, walk down Fifth Avenue and visit the Christmas Village in Bryant Park. It’s always the perfect way to get into the holiday spirit! Enjoy our silly photo that has become a tradition~ jumping outside Radio City Music Hall. On the way back to Port Authority (where we catch the bus back home) I had to take a picture of the button!!

The Weekly Stitch With Sew Mary Mac~ June 20, 2025

I’ve decided to try something new and write short weekly posts about what is going on in my sewing room. (OK maybe not weekly, but maybe twice per month). These will be short and simple posts that will highlight the patterns and fabrics that I used that week. Sometimes I will highlight upcoming projects too! Hopefully they will give you some inspiration!

My plan is to also to let all the fans of Love Notions Patterns know what pattern is the Feature Friday $6 pattern, because they really are such a great deal! With that being said, the $6 pattern from Love Notions today, 6/20/25 is the Juliet Top! It just so happens that I finished up two new Juliet tops over the weekend! I really do LOVE this pattern!

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Let’s Go For A Ride With The Tinley Skort

………A Mini Pattern Hack Blog Post

The Tinley Skort(and skirt and shorts) is the Feature Friday pattern over at Love Notions today! (5/16/25) The pattern is just $6 ~ so If you didn’t grab it during last week’s big sale be sure to grab it today. You can use my code LOVEMARY10LN for an extra 10% off. You can get the pattern HERE.

When the warm weather comes, I pull out my Tinley Skorts. I find them to be perfect for bike riding, walks, hiking and even just lounging around. If you don’t own this pattern~ I really think you should give it a try! This blog post is just about a simple hack for the elastic back waist. If you’d like to read all the details on the Tinley, please visit this blog post that includes fitting and sewing tips. Read that blog post HERE.

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Get Creative With The Aria For Spring & Summer

……..Some Simple Embellishment and Hack Ideas for the Love Notions Aria

The Aria Button Down is on sale today, Friday 4/4/2025 for just $6! If you purchase the Aria on-demand course for $25 today, you get the pattern for free. This is a great bargain as the course is regularly $30. My code LOVEMARY10LN, can be used if purchasing the course or just the pattern.  This code will give you an additional 10% off. Yes, the Feature Friday patterns will now be $6 ~ I know it was a very hard decision for Tami and Tessa from Love Notions to make, but it was necessary. 🙂

I have a closet full of Aria button downs. It really is one of my favorite patterns to sew and wear. Almost all of them are long sleeved. Last summer, I realized that I wore my blue striped linen short sleeved Aria constantly. It went on EVERY vacation and getaway we went on. So~ when planning my Spring and Summer makes, I knew I needed a few more short sleeved versions.

The Aria is such a good classic shirt to have in your wardrobe, put it can also be played with to create some really custom looks! When I am out and about, I am always taking note of the classic shirts I see in all the boutiques. So many of them are simply a basic button down shirt with a little twist. Here are just a few ideas I tried.

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A Closet Full of Clef Coats

………….. A Love Notions Pattern For The Whole Family

Today, 2/13/26 isn’t a bad luck day, it’s actually a lucky day because the $6 Friday Pattern is actually 3 patterns! The whole Clef Coat Collection is on sale today, each one just $6 a piece. If you purchase 2 or 3 of the Clef Coat pattern you can get an additional 10% off by using my code 10MACSEWS. This means the Ladies Clef Coat, the Mens Bass Clef Coat AND the Kids Treble Clef Coat are all on sale.

I am truly a BIG fan of this pattern, hence why I now have made 6 of them~ plus 2 for my husband! Wow 8 total!! This is such a classic coat that can look entirely different depending upon the fabric you choose. Plus It’s so much easier to sew than you may think!

Edited 2/11/26~ I have now made 9 total! I just finished this heavyweight gray sweatshirt fleece version and I’m in LOVE with AND~ I have another version cut out! Check back to see my navy boucle version!

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Fall Inspiration With Style Maker Fabrics + Love Notions

I was so honored to be asked to participate in Style Maker Fabrics Fall Inspiration Tour!!! Since I LOVE Style Maker Fabrics AND Love Notions patterns, I thought it would be a perfect time to combine them to create a perfect Fall ensemble.

A Little About Style Maker Fabric

 Style Maker Fabrics is one of my go-to fabric shops. I’ve been a loyal customer since 2018. If I had to pick ONE reason I love Style Maker Fabrics it would be the quality! This small family owned business goes above and beyond to make sure ALL the fabrics they sell are top quality.

To me, buying fabric and sewing are two completely separate hobbies. I LOVE fabric, always have always will. I often buy fabric just because it’s pretty and I like it~ with no intended purpose. It often winds up in my stash and eventually will get used. BUT~ my purchases from Style Maker are very different. This is the shop I go to when I’m looking for something for a specific project. Whether it’s a new Oakley Vest and Aria Shirt combination, or a “Faux Dress” and vest, I can always find exactly what I want at Style Maker. You can purchase samples for a small fee, or even ask them for actual photos of two fabrics together if you’re unsure.

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Falling In Love With the La Bella Donna Again

……A Mini Pattern Hack Blog Post

I LOVE the La Bella Donna, or LBD as we like to call it. It’s such a staple in my wardrobe. It’s great for wearing under cardigans and it’s the perfect quick t-shirt. But~ did you know you can also use this pattern to create a “Coastal Grandma” vest for fall?? This LBD vest is a great transitional piece for Fall and it’s so simple to create!

The La Bella Donna is the $5 Feature Friday pattern today, 8/30/2024. You can use my code 10SEWMARY for an additional 10% off.

This blog post only includes information on creating this vest. If you want detailed info on the La Bella Donna pattern, be sure to visit this blog post. On this post I discuss fabric selection, neckline construction and how I mashed the LBD with the Classic Tee.

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