Orchid Fitting & Custom Adjustments

I hope you are excited as I am about the new updates for the Orchid Midi pattern! There are three new sizes: 20/22/24 and a new bust cup: C/D, which is a built-in Full Bust Adjustment. My hope is that these changes will help more people make the Orchid Midi pattern with fewer adjustments. Basic

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Updated Orchid Release

THE UPDATED ORCHID IS HERE! EDIT: We have updated the Orchid. The new size range is 0-30, with two bust cup options. Size charts have been updated below. I am thrilled to bring you the second pattern to get an update with three new sizes and a new bust cup! The Orchid Midi was originally

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Thank you Fringe Update Testers

It takes a lot of work to test a pattern, but it is always one of my favorite parts of pattern development. I enjoy connecting with and meeting other sewists from around the world during testing. I always feel like I have new friends after finishing a pattern test. I want to thank all of

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Fringe Fabric Recommendations

Since the original Fringe pattern was released a few years ago, we have seen it made up in so many different fabrics, and as with any pattern, the fabric can really transform the look and feel. You can check out the hashtag #fringedresspattern on Instagram for inspiration. You really can’t go wrong if you use

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Fringe Fitting & Custom Adjustments

FITTING AND CUSTOM ADJUSTMENTS FOR YOUR FRINGE I hope you are as excited about the new updates for the Fringe pattern as I am! Our new size range is 0-30 with two bust cup options (A/B & C/D). The C/D cup option is a built-in Full Bust Adjustment. My hope is that these changes will

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Updated Fringe Release

THE UPDATED FRINGE IS HERE! EDIT: We have updated the Fringe. The new size range is 0-30, with two bust cup options. Size charts have been updated below. It’s no secret that the Women’s Fringe pattern has been a best-seller for Chalk and Notch, and I am thrilled to bring you an improved version! I

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2018 Review, 2019 Plans, a Survey & a Giveaway!

In January I am always excited to plan for the new year. I have big goals and dreams for Chalk and Notch, and it is always fun to look forward to the next thing. I find it hard to slow down in general, and writing this post has been a nice reminder to take a

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