tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post4158911393775883519..comments2023-10-20T08:27:40.314-04:00Comments on male pattern boldness: Hat Update + Last-Minute HomeworkPeter Lappinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05109154527996679077noreply@blogger.comBlogger29125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-67893042010911841962014-03-28T02:35:25.792-04:002014-03-28T02:35:25.792-04:00I don't think those 501's look great on yo...I don't think those 501's look great on you. My boyfriend is a devoted wearer of the style and his fit neither as baggy nor has high so I don't think that is how they should look.<br /><br />On the other hand, I'm all for a decent rise on trousers. Especially for activities like cycling. I draft my own and the 'lowest' rise I go for these days would be 2 cm below the waistline. Of course, I am a pear shaped woman who likes 'that vintage look'... so your likes may be different.<br /><br />Oh, and although I can't really see the details of those culottes in that picture. It seems like the kind of thing which would be really easy to draft. I think I have a pretty good idea what the pattern pieces would look like.Laurianahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16602295642057814667noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-49513963862077978432014-03-27T11:49:07.539-04:002014-03-27T11:49:07.539-04:00Honestly, I'd rather make a pair from scratch ...Honestly, I'd rather make a pair from scratch and pass these along to someone who could use them. I'm just too lazy! ;)Peter Lappinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05109154527996679077noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-36852989440977790882014-03-27T11:40:59.173-04:002014-03-27T11:40:59.173-04:00Peter, just a suggestion on the jeans, why don'...Peter, just a suggestion on the jeans, why don't you do some "alterations on them" Since you might be planning on getting rid of them, why not give a go to restyle the jeans ... remove the baggy'ness in the seat, trim the legs up and make yourself a pair of "skinny jeans" . I do this all the time with jeans i pick up at thrift stores. I general find most of my sewing to be alterations, fixing RTW so that it fits and is current in style. <br /><br />Why not give it a go, I think it would be good practice to try doing some alternations. There use to be a whole community on line devoted to "repurposing" clothing called ThreadBangers. <br /><br />All the best <br />Corey MaximusTheWestiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08120415563200330386noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-35346327783802194192014-03-26T22:23:59.160-04:002014-03-26T22:23:59.160-04:00Headlessness! Lol. I could NOT figure that pic ou...Headlessness! Lol. I could NOT figure that pic out for the life of me. You are too funny. <br /><br />Awesome job on your collar and cuffs. Always enjoy reading your blog Peter. <br /><br />Sharon G Nicholshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11121871965389227928noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-29077075495213353862014-03-26T19:20:42.642-04:002014-03-26T19:20:42.642-04:00High waisted jeans are definitely making a comebac...High waisted jeans are definitely making a comeback and not just as mom jeans, I saw a teenager wearing a pair the other day (along with a crop top that she spent most of the time unconsciously trying to tug down). Even jeans for regular women who studiously try and avoid the mom look (even if we are), the waists are going up. I'm a bit divided on this, on one hand it's nice to not have to worry about butt-crack or muffin-top, but on the other hand they are a bit more restrictive. Fashion!Jacquihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01192730590127098720noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-8433732066545397072014-03-26T16:52:28.720-04:002014-03-26T16:52:28.720-04:00Wow. How does 295 pounds translate to $$?Wow. How does 295 pounds translate to $$?Peter Lappinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05109154527996679077noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-45991937946091129122014-03-26T16:47:45.518-04:002014-03-26T16:47:45.518-04:00I was listening to the radio this morning driving ...I was listening to the radio this morning driving to work, and a company of hatters were being interviewed, guess what they make? http://www.lockhatters.co.uk/Town_Coke-details.aspx, they even make pink ones for the ladies.crosspatchhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11999663871787226503noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-40295225039765149972014-03-26T11:17:15.352-04:002014-03-26T11:17:15.352-04:00Did you remove Michael's head on that picture?...Did you remove Michael's head on that picture? marcevallejo (MIA)https://www.blogger.com/profile/13401203195354240403noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-70228818005799822332014-03-26T08:03:28.377-04:002014-03-26T08:03:28.377-04:00Peter, you make it look so easy, and at the last m...Peter, you make it look so easy, and at the last minute! <br /><br />Your Kenmore is convincing, the cuffs and collar look as if they are from F.I.T. Which Kenmore was it? What was your needle size, and thread (brand and composition) of choice?<br /><br />Testosteronenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-57862728465853488222014-03-26T07:22:20.423-04:002014-03-26T07:22:20.423-04:00That's a good question. What I didn't rea...That's a good question. What I didn't realize until I tried them on was that the bowler is a very rigid, helmet-like hat; it's not soft like a fedora. They did say that over time, yes, the hat (wool or fur felt) would conform a bit more to your head.Peter Lappinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05109154527996679077noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-71822907644551995442014-03-26T07:19:58.061-04:002014-03-26T07:19:58.061-04:00So- If wool hats won't hold their shape as wel...So- If wool hats won't hold their shape as well, would they mould to your forehead better? ...curious<br />KimbersewAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-59677822828917876602014-03-26T05:41:19.319-04:002014-03-26T05:41:19.319-04:00Jajajaa, that´s cool! If only was it so easy in re...Jajajaa, that´s cool! If only was it so easy in real life to click away stuff we don´t like...Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-41347696874306608622014-03-26T05:11:10.325-04:002014-03-26T05:11:10.325-04:00I haven't even worn jeans since 1984, so don&#...I haven't even worn jeans since 1984, so don't look to me for an opinion on them.<br /><br />However I do love the disappearing head in your photos. If only it was possible [to some few people] in real life!istahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15895947394368909391noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-567806421989451652014-03-26T02:45:58.353-04:002014-03-26T02:45:58.353-04:00Your jeans look fab, but I am a little worried tha...Your jeans look fab, but I am a little worried that your partner's head seems to have fallen off in one of the photos. Does he have a part time job as a magician's assistant?Flaming Norahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01777449640443864333noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-29513537730926792692014-03-26T02:02:38.280-04:002014-03-26T02:02:38.280-04:00Love the London Dover Street Market - I wander ar...Love the London Dover Street Market - I wander around mumbling "covet, covet, covet..."<br />I think high waisted trousers are starting to appear in womenswear collections so it's just a matter of time. High waisted, but slim everywhere else. Or you could go high waisted and a drop crotch and then you are in harem pants territory. Which is a good thing.Gam Kaunoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-70354138382335226932014-03-26T00:37:26.416-04:002014-03-26T00:37:26.416-04:00Hmmm. The full load CdeG shorts are pretty awful.
...Hmmm. The full load CdeG shorts are pretty awful.<br />Love your collar and cuffs.<br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-28404402856551782192014-03-26T00:35:08.081-04:002014-03-26T00:35:08.081-04:00Nope. The correct term is Mom jeans and Obama wear...Nope. The correct term is Mom jeans and Obama wears 'em.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-28798335430422380602014-03-25T22:06:38.010-04:002014-03-25T22:06:38.010-04:00I'm laughing to myself, as finally you are mod...I'm laughing to myself, as finally you are modeling an article of clothing that I actually see worn here in rural Alabama....a pair of saggy bottom, loose leg Levis! Your collar and cuffs look excellent, as always!Nursebennetthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01189485210864960894noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-84124328900926814692014-03-25T19:35:54.021-04:002014-03-25T19:35:54.021-04:00Hey Peter - this is a fantastic blog you have that...Hey Peter - this is a fantastic blog you have that I found searching for "men's sewing patterns". We've got a TV show here in the UK called 'The Great British Sewing Bee' which has inspired me to give it a whirl - and seeking inspiration - I found you :)<br />I'm not sure if you've seen the show? If not - I'd really recommend checking it out on iPlayer, particularly this evenings show which should have been dedicated to you as it's all about vintage machines and patterns:<br />http://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/b03zj89v/The_Great_British_Sewing_Bee_Series_2_Episode_6/<br />Keep up the great work and great blog - you're an inspiration!Pragmatikhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08014951022707048635noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-85260729906888305692014-03-25T19:28:31.519-04:002014-03-25T19:28:31.519-04:00I have noted that some of the European designers a...I have noted that some of the European designers and slowly sprinkling in high waist, or "Hollywood" trousers... hope it comes back in a big way.... something so elegant about a full cut pant (love a full 'sailor cut" too....Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04735579049642479687noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-30978926588150471872014-03-25T19:13:52.377-04:002014-03-25T19:13:52.377-04:00Keep the collar and cuffs and make the body of the...Keep the collar and cuffs and make the body of the shirt a contrasting color, I'm thinking navy. Maybe the cuff placket (I think hat the term) can be the same fabric as the cuffs. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16350203700488257054noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-10607736444347712502014-03-25T19:10:45.103-04:002014-03-25T19:10:45.103-04:00I'm all for higher waistlines, but then I'...I'm all for higher waistlines, but then I'm a "mom" and "old". I cannot find a RTW pair of jeans that fit comfortably. I believe pants should sit at the waist - not at my widest spot. When I finally find a pair that fits at the waist, they are huge in the leg! I am determined to sew my own. Yours look great!Maiden Janehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09714005634771057441noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-12363426675419355012014-03-25T18:51:18.528-04:002014-03-25T18:51:18.528-04:00I've been studying that photo wondering if I w...I've been studying that photo wondering if I was going mad!Helenahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01553503435833467369noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-9853229219707233102014-03-25T18:45:25.216-04:002014-03-25T18:45:25.216-04:00If you plan to ride a Citibike this remember Whitn...If you plan to ride a Citibike this remember Whitney's quote "crack is wack". I do like your original pattern for pants.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14703096289021096490noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1991166428290808171.post-78943755536047653932014-03-25T18:04:43.294-04:002014-03-25T18:04:43.294-04:00I believe the correct term for jeans like that are...I believe the correct term for jeans like that are "Dad jeans" which Barack Obama has been known to wear. "Mom jeans" come up to the belly-button, bag out in the hips, and taper down to the ankle. In the 80s they were the ill-fated "baggies."Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com