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One Thimble Issue 18 Review

You guys!!  One Thimble Issue 18 (available here *affiliate link) releases today!  I’m super excited to show you a couple of the patterns I’ve already had the chance to make, share which ones are already cut and ready to sew, and even give a quick run-through of what else is included in this issue.  This post contains affiliate links, which means if you click on the links marked “*affiliate link” I’ll be compensated if you purchase, but as always all opinions are mine.

One Thimble Issue 18 My first official two sews for One Thimble Issue 18 are the Hickory and Spice Henley and the Super Tough Jeans.  Bean hasn’t had proper jeans for a couple of years as she typically prefers leggings, so I thought trying out this jeans pattern to see how it looks for a girl would be fun.  And the henley I chose based on the great color-blocking opportunity with the shoulders and that ruffle hem.

One Thimble Issue 18 First lets talk about these jeans.  These Super Tough Jeans (*affiliate link) by SUCO by Susana are true jeans with all the bells and whistles.  And the pattern instructions are so well done!  You’ll be walked through each step with pictures and clear text so if you’ve never sewn with denim before, don’t worry.  These fun reinforced knees offer the opportunity for some fun contrasting fabric or topstitching design so I went with some rainbow lines for my girl.

One Thimble Issue 18 There’s a full zip fly and button closure and optional back waistband elastic to keep the waistband in place.  I made a size 6 for Bean and the fit is snug, but wearable.  According to the pattern sizing, she was in between a 6 and 7 but with the stretch of the fabric and the pattern drafted for boys I decided on the size 6.  Of course she literally had a growth spurt (complete with leg pain growing pains) just last week so now these are a tad short and the waist is snug.  Next time I’ll make the size 7 for sure, but I was pleasantly surprised with the fit in general.

One Thimble Issue 18 The back pockets are another fun place for some topstitching and there’s even a file included with some designs to trace.  I opted for some simple rainbow arches to girly these boy jeans up a bit, but I love the included designs as well.  The pattern has sizes 3-14 and though drafted as a slim fit for boys, I love the fit on my girl.

One Thimble Issue 18 This fabric is a 10oz stretch denim in turquoise from Imagine Gnats that I purchased last summer.  It’s a great color that I had originally intended for me, but I love how these look on Bean so I’m happy I dipped into the stash for it.

One Thimble Issue 18 The top is the Hickory and Spice Henley (*affiliate link) from Orange Daisy Patterns.  I sewed up a size 6x for Bean and it’s a perfect fit.  There are three sleeve options, but it’s still chilly here so I opted for the long sleeves for this top.  There is a regular straight hem and then a line for cutting a bit shorter so you can attach a ruffle.  I love the ruffle contrast and I thought it’d look cute with leggings as well as the jeans.

One Thimble Issue 18 The placket is a fully functional henley placket and very well detailed in the instructions.  I had no problems at all with the pieces and everything went together swimmingly.  I love the pink snaps against the coral so I chose snaps vs buttons, but the instructions for buttonholes are included.  These fabrics are from Raspberry Creek Fabrics and the raindrops have just released in their spring line.  I adore it paired with the coral solid.

One Thimble Issue 18 Look how many other fun patterns there are in this issue!  One Thimble Issue 18 has 10 pdf patterns including two not shown above that are for women, and you can purchase it here (*affiliate link).  Prices are shown in Australian dollars and a complete deal for all the patterns and articles you receive.  The articles in this issue have had me riveted this week, including a fun one about procraftinating that made me laugh.  I’ve already sewn up the Spirited Dress in testing and can’t wait to show you how cute it turned out AND I have the #120 Footloose Leggings and Origami Sweater cut out and ready to sew, so look for more sharing either with another blog post or for sure on Instagram!  Meanwhile, check out the rest of the tour for more amazing One Thimble Issue 18 shares:

2/15
Pattern Revolution
Inspinration
Call Ajaire
2/16
House of Estrela
Beri Bee Designs
Katewillknit
2/17
Seams Sew Lo
Once Upon a Sewing Machine
Lily Shine Creates
2/18
GAAFmachine
That’s-Sew Kari
2/19
Kathy’s kwilts and more
Stitches by Laura
Sprouting JubeJube
2/20
Elli & Nels
Candice Ayala
Pear Berry Lane
2/21
Made by Sara
The Crafting Fiend
Stitched by Jennie

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  1. Magda Estrela

    February 15, 2018 at 5:07 pm

    I will post my hickory and spice tomorrow too. I loved this pattern. I also tested the jeans for Susana, she’s such a great designer and puts so much effort in everything she does. Unfortunately I tested it in an early stage and the smallest size was yet a bit too big for my boy and I dropped off the test, I still got a fully finished pair waiting for him to grow into them! I love them and I bet he will too.
    Your girl version of both patterns look amazing!

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  2. Jen

    February 16, 2018 at 12:49 am

    You’ve got such an eye for the fun details Ajaire! Using the rainbow stitching on the knees and the back pocket was inspired!

    Reply
  3. Susana Cunha

    February 16, 2018 at 4:32 am

    I love these jeans and the henley! What a beautiful idea to make the rainbow topstitching. And they fit so well on your girl! I want to make the henley for my son and my daughter too. Thank you!

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  4. Susana Cunha

    February 16, 2018 at 4:33 am

    I love these jeans and the henley! What a beautiful idea to make the rainbow topstitching. And they fit so well on your girl! I want to make the henley for my son and my daughter too. Thank you!

    Reply

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