Wednesday, December 14, 2016

Early Spring McCall's Pattern Release

I don't do posts that showcase pattern releases very much anymore but I just had to this time around because McCall's hit it out of the park for me. There are SO MANY DESIGNS that I like. I need new patterns like I need a hole in my head so I try to only buy a choice few from each collection. This time I've paired in down to 8. And that's using some restraint, people.


This first one is McCall's 7537. I adore the shape of this and the use of three different prints. I may make it shorter... This view isn't shown on a body so I'm not sure where the hemline falls.


McCall's 7534 looks like a super cute day dress to throw on and go. I'm really loving these types of dresses lately - unfitted but still with some shape. The neckline is pretty too, and that wrap detail goes all the way to the side seam.

Okay, so this silhouette doesn't scream my name. Those flare sleeves aren't comfortable to me. They get in the way of my day-to-day and I like a sleeve that stays put. However, I'll be buying this pattern just to have the neckline. How cute is that lacing with a contrasting lace underneath?! I'm all about these kinds of details. This is 7532 BTW.


This is McCall's 7539, of which one of the fabrics listed scuba knit. I have several cuts of this type of fabric in my stash and haven't been able to come up with a pattern I love to pair them with. Also, high necklines make the bust look bigger and I'm always trying to even out my proportions.


I think McCall's 7541 is adorable for spring. Some cape-inspired clothing is difficult for me to pull off. I need my arms free to carry children and most capes just won't work for that. But this top looks like there'd be plenty of movement and mobility. It's simple with some interest.

This is McCall's 7545. What I like on this design is the mixing of two fabric together and the front tie made from tassels. I'd probably need to run a strip of elastic along the bottom of the sleeve. Although these don't look that wide so maybe I'd be able to pull it off.


This top looks uber trendy and of-the-moment. I'd pinned one that somebody made from the Hotpatterns pattern and was thinking about buying it, but now I think I'll get McCall's 7543 instead.


I remember wearing overalls in college in the 90's so this pattern really wouldn't have done much for me BUT, I really loved some of the inspiration photos on the video McCall's did for it. I'm still on the fence. I do love the shape - especially the view with the tapered legs - and the fact that it has a waistband. This is McCall's 7547.

Those are my picks! There are a number more that I'd like to have but I'm seriously running out of room for patterns. I think it may be time for a stash-busting session. What did you find from this release that you just have to have?

24 comments:

  1. You are right, there are so many great choices! I love M7537!!!! I saw that Mccall's video too and they did have some great variations and interesting fabric choices for the overall. I am not completely sold on the look for myself, but it is growing on me.

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    1. Haha, glad to have someone in the same boat. I think in a totally different fabric like a sturdy lace it could look more current to me. I also liked the example they had with a border print fabric. Is it too young though?? Decisions decisions.

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  2. I haven't checked out the patterns yet but you're right, the ones you showed seem much more interesting and less of the same as usual designs.

    I also like that front lace-up number a lot.

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    1. Yes! This is why I like this release to much! Everything looks fresh and well thought out, not just easy stuff that caters to people just learning to sew.

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  3. Totally agree this release of patterns is by far the most interesting they have put out in ages. I love all the different sleeve options! And whilst personally I don't know about the overalls for me I think you would rock them and I do like the jeans options included.

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    1. Oh the sleeve options! So many to choose from. I picked the ones that I thought would fit best with my lifestyle but there were some others in there that were really cool.

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  4. I had to take a look too after they posted on IG. And, I am really impressed. I even wrote a lit of patterns for the next sale. I also remember those overalls from the 90s. I'm hoping if I can sew them myself I can get a better fit than I did back then!

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    1. My overalls in the 90's weren't fitted AT ALL. I think that's why these look fresh to me.

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  5. I love your new blog makeover!!!

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    1. Thanks! It was definitely time for a change. The black background was depressing me. Glad you like it!

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  6. I suppose spring is not that far away but it seems odd to have spring patterns before winter even gets started :) that said I really liked M7538 the knit dress/top with the diagonal seaming, and then the jacket M7549 is exactly what I am looking for to use a fabric I bought at Mood. Although it looks a bit boxy so I might modify that.
    and I love your blog makeover too!

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    1. Well yes, lol, it does seem a little early but I guess people like to plan early. I'm still in the middle of sewing for winter though. I thought the seaming on 7538 was super cool. The V neckline really went with the rest of the design but I don't like V necks on me. Too bust minimizing. I can totally see you in that top, and I think it will be a great selling pattern for them.

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  7. I haven't been this excited about a pattern collection in a while. I have 11 on my list but trying to pair it down. The overalls are on my list too.

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    1. Alright! Now I don't feel so bad about my 8. ;)

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  8. That first dress is calling me!! Super cute! Love the blog makeover!

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  9. I couldn't agree with you more! I spent a lot of time looking at the new patterns and planning. Like you, I have some scuba knit pieces in my stash that were waiting for the right pattern. I like you new blog design very much.

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    1. One of the many things I like about McCall's is how they pay attention to the of-the-moment fabrics and design around them. Hopefully they'll put out some Vogue and Butterick patterns that use scuba too.

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  10. I like several of these, too. But I cannot wrap my head around all these new sleeves. I think they look great, but they will not work IRL for me. Although these patterns do look fresh and flattering, they also look classic, so I am making my list. I think several of them could be used for a long time.

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    1. Well, lots of them won't serve me well either, but I like that McCall's is designing things that follow the current trends, and tricky sleeves are IT right now. I guess the people wearing that stuff aren't changing diapers or preparing meals lol.

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  11. Help! I have been transported back to the 60's. Love it!

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    1. Maybe the 70's hippie movement? I don't see too many 60's styles, but then I wasn't alive then and don't know the fashion culture very well.

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  12. Agreed. I was so excited when I saw this release!

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    1. It's a good one! Now to wait for a pattern sale...

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