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Lumberjack Sew Along – day 1

January 24, 2022

Welcome to the Lumberjack SEW ALONG! 

Let’s get the Lumberjack party started! If you have not purchased the Lumberjack pattern(s) you can grab them here:

Lumberjack Youth

Lumberjack Hourglass 

Lumberjack V figure

And of course, our bundle for the whole family

Before you select which style you are sewing along, take a look at the Round Up Blog where we show you all options available.

Now that you have the patterns it’s time to select which file format you would like to use. Both the Youth and the Adult come in A4 and Letter format to print at home, A0 format to print with a plotter or at a copy shop AND a projector file. If you use the projector file you will not have to print anything!! That’s definitely my favorite way! You can see in today’s video how I use the file to cut the fabric. 

Note: The tutorial is now a separate file from the pattern pieces. 

Let’s start by taking the measurements needed for the best fit. P4P has an amazing blog that gives you tips for accurately taking your measurements. You can read all about it here. If your measurements put you in a different size for chest/waist/hips be sure to check out our P4P University blog and grade to achieve the perfect fit. All 3 Lumberjack shirt patterns have straight side seams and relaxed fit so it is a little more giving when it comes to grading for the waist. 

Let’s talk fabric! The Lumberjack pattern is drafted for woven fabrics like flannel, light weight denim, light weight wool or medium weight cotton woven. For the lining you can use minky, fleece, flannel, french terry, sherpa…pretty much your preferred soft, cuddly fabric. For this sew along I am using a brushed flannel that I got from Joann fabrics. For the closures I am going to add spring snaps. Buttons are an option too 😉




Day 1 video is posted below. Check it out and once you are done cutting your fabric post a picture of it in the comments of the Day 1 photo of the Lumberjack SAL album in the M4M & P4P Sew Along group. If you sew more than one,  post each one in a separate pic!

Lumberjack Sew along – day 1 | cut fabric

Lumberjack Sew along – day 2 | chest pocket, shoulder seams

Lumberjack Sew along – day 3 | sleeves, side seams

Lumberjack Sew along – day 4 | cuffs

Lumberjack Sew along – day 5 | hood/collar

Lumberjack Sew along – day 6 | hemming, closures

Lumberjack Sew along – day 7 | winners announcement

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Lumberjack Shirt :: Sleeve Hack

December 12, 2015

Sometimes, I want/need to make a new dress shirt for my kiddo but I want to make it as quickly as I can.  The collar and button plackets take enough time as-is, so the only thing I can truly eliminate (and save time on) is the cuffs.  Most of the time, Louis is pushing and rolling his sleeves up anyway, so I thought maybe I could cut some corners and give him a shirt with the rolled up sleeve look.  It’s cool and casual, but still has a “dressy” appeal to it.  I love the entire look and idea of it.

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First, you will need to get your hands on the Lumberjack Shirt pattern.  If you don’t own this yet and you have a little person in your life, you should probably get on that.  The Lumberjack is great in that it can be made lined, with a hood, and be this super awesome fall/spring jacket.  Or you can make it unlined and with a collar and have yourself a custom-fit buttondown shirt.  I’ve done both versions plenty of times now.

To achieve the faux rolled sleeve, it’s just a few easy steps.  Promise.

After cutting out all of your pieces (you won’t need the cuff or placket!), per the pattern’s instructions lay out your sleeve pieces and take two inches off of the bottom edge.  Why?  Because when you roll the sleeves, it is tighter at the bottom and it might be too snug.  Even with those little arms that are fitting into the top.

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Sew the shirt as you the instructions direct you.  When you get to the cuff/sleeve part, all you’ll need to do to finish the sleeves themselves is a simple three step process.

#1: Finish the edge.  Serge it or do a small rolled hem.  Anything to keep the edge from fraying, as it will not be fully enclosed.

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#2: Turn the edge up 1/4″ and press.

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#3: Turn the edge up 2″, but do not press.  You want this to allow the “rolled up” look of the sleeve.  Once rolled, hand tack the sleeve in two places (I chose the arm seam and directly opposite of it).  The tacking will help the sleeve stay in place but still allow for the look to be pulled off.

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Finish the rest of the shirt as instructed.  And then sit back and enjoy the new beauty you just created.

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I adore how the simple change of sleeves moves from a more formal shirt to something more casual.  It’s such a fun look for a little dude, especially one who is singing in a Christmas concert at his school.

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Followed one of the hacks shared on this site?  Or maybe you came up with something of your own?  We are DYING to know!  Share your latest make on the Patterns for Pirates facebook group and let us see.

And while you’re at it, make sure to pick up your very own copy of the Lumberjack Shirt.  Happy sewing!

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Boys Bundle Up

June 13, 2015

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Is everyone getting excited about the next Bundle Up? I know I have been excited about it since I heard plans of it ages ago!!

Link: www.bundleupsale.com

I have the Lumberjack pattern in the bundle up: It is a traditional button up shirt with collar, but also has a few more options like hood and full lining. My Little One will be wearing these all fall and winter!

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But here are some other Bundle Up patterns I had the time to whip up!

First up is the Aviator Pants by Winter Wear.  They are a knit pant with optional triangle accent pieces on the bottom leg, front slit pockets, back welt pocket, and a shorts cut line.  They were so quick to make and knit, which of course I LOVE!

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Okay, so my little one has mama’s backside 😉 He measured much larger for his hip/booty measurement then all the rest… SO I went to work doing a full butt adjustment…for my not quite 2 year old! WHAT! But I’m glad I did because they fit great… look at that little round tushy! 🙂 I took a few pictures and I will get another post on how to do that!

Suzanne over at Winter Wear did a great job keeping her pattern easy to use with all the cutting info on the pattern pieces (love that!). If I’m honest I put them together without reading her instructions, but I’m sure they are fab!  I love knit patterns for boys…for our photo-shoot, I took him to be in his element… OUTSIDE!

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And in these knit pants and shirt he could run (away from me!) and play freely and comfortably…and still look adorable!

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The knit shirt is my Deep Sea V-neck… I did a contrast camo sleeve and free-hand deer applique. My husband LOVED this outfit! Little One LOVED sticks… ha ha ha!

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He could climb, jump, bend over, and I didn’t have to worry about a stiff waistband being uncomfortable for him. I know lots of beginner seamstress have a little fear of working with knits, but I jumped RIGHT into knits when I got serious sewing! I knew I wanted my little one to be COMFORTABLE! Make the jump ladies! You’ll never look back!!! 🙂 IMG_6911IMG_6918

Okay, now I really tortured my son, but I made him model this, oh so cute and trendy, long sleeve pull over in the 100 degree weather… But look how cute he looks in it! This is Greenstyle’s Shawl Collar Pull-Over in the Bundle Up.

Again, it is knit… super quick sew and soft and cuddly! I used a super soft sweater knit and some ribbed knit.

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I made him a size up, because it wont be cool here until Oct/Nov, but he will be ready! I really love the no trim pages for Greenstyle’s new patterns! Since I’ve started doing mine like that, I’ve gotten pretty spoiled to it! I printed out my V-neck to assemble and HAD TO CUT THEM! Ha ha ha, which reminds me I need to go back and update those patterns with no trim pages! 😉

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I used a toggle button on the lower part of the collar… I think it gives it a great touch since I used a solid muted sweater knit. I really loved how it turned out…and so did my mom! Which is always a plus to hear compliments on something you made!

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Okay…I HAVE to share… I snapped “a few” pictures of my adorable dad with my little one… he came with us to model, because he’s the sweetest dad/pops ever! It’s SO much easier for me to get some shots of him when somewhere else is there! I mean… aren’t they CUTE?!?!?!!

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My son ADORES my dad! I had a hard time not making every. single .picture. black and white because I just thought they were so sweet! <3

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He was having so much fun with his Pops throwing rocks into the creek!

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I think the adoration is mutual too 🙂

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Thank you for coming with us Dad!

Here is the link to go get your BOYS BUNDLE UP! 🙂 I’ve made 3 so far, but I have the Sleepy Bear PJS by Ellie Inspired already printed, taped, and cut! I just <3 sewing for my Little Guy! Don’t leave the boys out!!!

www.bundleupsale.com

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