The Victory Patterns Blog

Hi guys! I hope you're keeping safe and healthy during this crazy time. After a bit of tweaking a few masks patterns, I've found a fit and style that I really like and I wanted to share it with you, in case you'd like to make masks for yourself, or your community. 

Sloane features a fitted bodice with a princess seam, which is my favorite for fitting the bust area! Having a seam over the bust makes modifications to this area a pleasure.

In this tutorial, I'll show you how to create a full and small bust adjustment for this style. I'll show you the quick and dirty method for those of you who have just a little bit to add or take away, and I'll also walk you through the traditional approach to a bust adjustment for this style.

Today is the first construction day of the Lola dress. We will start by constructing the upper portion of the dress. Let's dive right in!

Sewing with knits requires a bit more attentiveness than woven fabrics, but with the right setup and a few key techniques, you'll find that this stretchy fabric is far less intimidating than it initially seems. This post walks you through everything you need to know, whether you're using a serger or a regular sewing machine to sew the Lola pattern.