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Scarf-like prints Brazilian-born sewing blogger, Rachel Pinheiro, shares her ideas for how you can incorporate the scarf print trend into your sewing THE TREND: Scarf print When you think of scarf prints – paisley, chains, ornate baroque and modified florals spring to mind. The scarf print design was introduced by Versace in the ’90s but you can also take inspiration from Richard Quinn, Toga, Salvatore Ferragamo, Marni, Loewe, Jonathan Anderson and Chloe, just to name a few designers that are rocking the scarf look this season. This summer is all about earthy hues and tonal combinations so if you want to sew something trendy that will spill over to Autumn, look no further than the scarf print trend. Creating the look To showcase this trend – I’ve chosen this vibrant earthy-print fabric, which moves away from traditional floral prints, and a bohemian vibe maxi wrap dress pattern. The best sewing patterns for this trend are those that are designed to make with drapey floaty fabrics. It’s not necessarily a loose silhouette, but should be a design that allows the fabric to move with you. Silk is the fabric most of us associated with scarfs, and will give your garment an airy feel and make your piece really special. However if you substitute it with a fabric that’s a lot easier to wear and care for, you’ll have a dress that you can wear every day – rayon fits the bill perfectly! If you’re usually print-shy, then ease your way into this statement trend by making less fabric-hungry garments like a boxy blouse. An easy way to incorporate this trend is to also tone it down and use the print as accent areas only such as yokes and straps. However if you’re feeling brave – go for maximum impact and create a matching scarf to wrap over your head. “This style represents easy dressing without having to try too hard and makes me feel like I’m ready for a holiday!” Project thoughts Other complementary trends that work well with the scarf print are tie-dye and fringing. I plan styling my scarf print dress for autumn by adding long boots, a camel coat or trench, and accessorising with gold jewellery and a block colour tote bag. Editor’s notes The fabric Rachel used was Aloha Spirit Bonfire in 100% rayon from the Aura fabric collection designed by Mister Domestic for Art Gallery Fabric To view the full selection of rayon fabrics – click here The Highlands Wrap Dress from Allie Olson is the dress pattern featured here. To view - click here
Trendsetter All the trimmings It can be hard to decide how to add the current trends to your wardrobe without over doing it. <strong>Here</strong>’s how to make 5 of them work for you Embroidery Adding embroidery is still as popular as it was last year, and can allow you to really show off your creativity. Why not try adding embroidery to a simple garment on the shoulders, sleeves, hemline or collar. Get a similar effect with an appliqué design like the one shown on this knit essential top sewing pattern from Alison Glass. To view the Knit Essentials dress pattern from Alison Glass – click here Selma round crochet bag from Monsoon & New Look mustard crochet block heels Crochet The crochet trend is definitely a trend that’s more suited to the warmer months. We’re seeing it on everything from beach to eveningwear but probably the easiest way to add it to your wardrobe is in the form of a summery bag or pair of sandals. Peruvian Florals Tunic from Joe Brown Fringing You can find a fringe on just about everything from a denim jacket, boots, bags and even earrings. We think this trimming looks best with simple styling and in the same colour as the garment for a stylish look. Give it a go and add some fringing to a skirt or jacket. Fabric from AGF’s Everlasting fabric collection Patchwork Designers are reviving this ’60s trend. You can introduce it to your wardrobe by making your own patchwork fabric for using with a sewing pattern or if you want a quicker make then choose a patchwork design fabric. This trend will work best with a simple colour palette or alternatively, select sewing patterns with fewer pieces such as a skirt or shift dress. Bows Big bows have certainly been a bigger catwalk hit than on the high street but there’s no reason you can’t bring the bow trend to your day-today wardrobe on a smaller scale. Bows can make garments feel very romantic or why not use up those scraps of fabric and use them as a brooch or hair decoration. Two sewing patterns with bows: Pussy Bow Blouse from Sew Over It – click here Seoul Blouse from Sew to Grow – click here
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