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Welcome to Chicago Sews! We’re thrilled to have you here. Wondering what Chicago Sews is all about? Well, it’s an inclusive community of sewing enthusiasts from a variety of backgrounds. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out, you’ll find a place among us.

Our passion for sewing knows no bounds – we stitch together everything from stylish garments to cozy quilts. And the best part? You don’t have to be in the Chicagoland area to be a part of our vibrant community! Join us for our virtual meetups, where you’ll be warmly welcomed and can share your love for sewing with like-minded folks.

So, come on in and be a part of our wonderful world of Chicago Sews. There’s a place for everyone here, and we can’t wait to meet you!


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Chicago Sews is an inclusive Meetup social group for all sewist from novice to pro. Learn from and laugh with other sewist from the Chicagoland area.

Time to refuel the jet 🛩️ with a little bombe Time to refuel the jet 🛩️ with a little bomber jacket pattern inspo! Here's Part 2! Are you getting a jumpstart on your #wesewbombers plan? Tag us on your mood board and/or add us as a collaborator!! We wanna see!!! 👀😃🧥🧵

PATTERNS SHOWN:

1) Vogue #V1711 @simplicity_creative_group 

2) Vogue unisex bomber #V1877

3) Simplicity #S8222 designed by @mimigstyle 

4) McCall's Misses' and Men's Bomber Jacket. #M7637

5) Folkwear Patterns 251 Varsity Jacket @folkwearsewing.patterns 

6) Viki Sews Najrin (Nyreen) Bomber @vikisews 

7) McCall's Bomber Jacket #M7100

8)Lekala Bomber Jacket - Sewing Pattern #2156 @lekalapatterns 

9) Vogue #V1711
🍂🍁 IT’S FALL Y’ALL (well, in Chicago and 🍂🍁 IT’S FALL Y’ALL (well, in Chicago and Austin that is), and the kiddos could use a jacket too!  Grab 10% off the River jacket pattern using the coupon code RIVERBOMBER10! 

Sew a bomber, a sweater, AND a pullover vest (aka body warmer) with this 1 pattern!!

Thank you @notches_patterns !
#wesewbombers 🧵💣🧥
🚨 COUPON ALERT!! Grab 10% off the Rava Sweater 🚨 COUPON ALERT!! Grab 10% off the Rava Sweater + Jacket pattern using the coupon code RAVABOMBER10!  Check our page for multi views of this pattern that truly packs a punch!!

Thank you @notches_patterns !! 
#WeSewBombers 🧵💣🧥
Happy Monday Makers!! We conclude our "bomb"ardmen Happy Monday Makers!! We conclude our "bomb"ardment of the #PatternViews series, with a pattern that's SO MUCH MORE than a bomber. What do we like about @notches_patterns ‘s Rava Sweater + Jacket?

🧷 there are 28 different garments in this 1 pattern (no joke!)
🧷 color-blocking 
🧷 layered pdf AND a projector file
🧷 batwing statement sleeves 
🧷 a kids' version is available, called the River (can't leave out the littles)

We hope you've been inspired! 🧵💣🧥

#wesewbombers #chicagosews #wesewaustin #sewalong #getready #createeveryday #sewcialist #sewcialists #makersgonnamake #imakemyownclothes
#sewingevent #sewingevents #sewmuchfun #sewobsessed
#sewersgonnasew #ilovesewing #sewistsofinstagram
🗞️ Our September 2024 newsletter is out now! 🗞️ Our September 2024 newsletter is out now!  Meet our featured member @gleeheehee and find out all the goings on with Chicago Sews.  Monthly, non-spammy, and packed with loads of good info - get into it now!  Link 🔗 in bio.
We’re back and man oh MAN, here’s a good one! We’re back and man oh MAN, here’s a good one!  What do we like about @simplicity_creative_group ‘s Vogue #V1995 Men’s jacket?

🧷 it’s a classic yet elevated style 
🧷 fur contrast accent
🧷 no ribbing? no problem!
🧷 turned-up hem 

More #patternviews coming as we bomb you with inspiration. 😁🧵💣🧥

#wesewbombers #chicagosews #wesewaustin #sewalong #getready #createeveryday #sewcialist #sewcialists #makersgonnamake #imakemyownclothes
#sewingevent #sewingevents #sewmuchfun #sewobsessed
#sewersgonnasew #ilovesewing #sewistsofinstagram
'Sup Stitchers?! Here's another pattern highlight. 'Sup Stitchers?! Here's another pattern highlight. What do we like about @itchtostitch ‘s Causeway bomber jacket?

🧷 it's REVERSIBLE (holy smokes, a 2-in-1!)
🧷 cup size options (thank the world!)
🧷 front princess seams
🧷 invisible zippered pockets

More #patternviews coming as we bomb you with inspiration. 😁🧵💣🧥

#wesewbombers #chicagosews #wesewaustin #sewalong #getready #createeveryday #sewcialist #sewcialists #makersgonnamake #imakemyownclothes
#sewingevent #sewingevents #sewmuchfun #sewobsessed
#sewersgonnasew #ilovesewing #sewistsofinstagram
Salutations Sightseers! What do we like about @tia Salutations Sightseers! What do we like about @tianasclosetsewingpatterns ‘s Mika bomber jacket?

🧷 it's FREE! (and we can stop right there)
🧷 size inclusive in XXS - 5XL ranges (okay, we can really stop there!)
🧷 beginner friendly
🧷 unlined = less fabric required

More #patternviews coming as we bomb you with inspiration. 😁🧵💣🧥

#wesewbombers #chicagosews #wesewaustin #sewalong #getready #createeveryday #sewcialist #sewcialists #makersgonnamake #imakemyownclothes
#sewingevent #sewingevents #sewmuchfun #sewobsessed
#sewersgonnasew #ilovesewing #sewistsofinstagram
Happy Saturday Jet-setters! What do we like about Happy Saturday Jet-setters! What do we like about @vikisews' Romy Bomber jacket?

🧷 oversized, trendy style
🧷 drop shoulders
🧷 fully lined
🧷 currently 50% off and only $5 USD!

More #patternviews coming as we bomb you with inspiration. 😁🧵💣🧥

#wesewbombers #chicagosews #wesewaustin #sewalong #getready
Hello Travelers! What do we like about @seamwork ‘s Larkin jacket?

🧷 gender neutrality
🧷 exposed zipper on front placket 
🧷 fully lined
🧷 topstitching all-over

More #patternviews coming as we bomb you with inspiration. 😁🧵💣🧥

#wesewbombers #chicagosews #wesewaustin #sewalong #getready
No matter where you are ON THIS PLANET 🌎, YOU A No matter where you are ON THIS PLANET 🌎, YOU ARE WELCOME!!! The full lineup of  #WeSewBombers events (mostly virtual) is out and we want ALL Space Cowboys and Cosmic Girls in this sphere.  And if bombers aren’t quite your thing, hop aboard this UFO anyway! We promise to not call you out as an alien. 👽 🤗🧵💣🧥!
 
Beam me up Scotty… let’s goooo🚀!

#ChicagoSews X #WeSewAustin
Morning Passengers! What do we like about @burda_s Morning Passengers! What do we like about @burda_style ‘s wool bomber jacket (aka “blouson”)?

🧷 3/4 sleeves
🧷 snap front closure placket WITH zipper too
🧷 classic details with ribbed hem, collar, and raglan sleeves
🧷 available as a pdf.  Download, print, sew!

More #patternviews coming as we bomb you with inspiration. 😁🧵💣🧥

#wesewbombers #chicagosews #wesewaustin #sewalong #getready
Let’s fuel up the jet 🛩️ with a little bomb Let’s fuel up the jet 🛩️ with a little bomber jacket pattern inspo!  Are you getting a jumpstart on your #wesewbombers plan?  Tag us on your mood board and/or add us as a collaborator!! We wanna see!!! 👀😃🧥🧵

PATTERNS SHOWN:

1) Style Arc’s Bobbie Bomber:  https://www.stylearc.com/shop/pdf-sewing-patterns/bobbi-bomber-pdf/ @stylearc 

2)  Grasser’s Bomber Jacket №1023:  https://en-grasser.com/vykrojki/jackets-patterns/bomber-jacket-pattern-1023/ @grasserpatterns 

3) Wardrobe By Me’s Amelia Bomber: https://wardrobebyme.com/products/bomber-jacket-pattern @wardrobebymepatterns 

4) Cashmerette’s Kimball Bomber: https://blog.cashmerette.com/2022/02/meet-the-kimball-jacket.html @cashmerette 

5) You Make’s Bomber Jacket (men’s): https://www.etsy.com/listing/1186037420/bomber-jacket-pdf-sewing-pattern-jacket?

6) Know Me’s Men’s Varsity Bomber ME2010: https://simplicity.com/know-me/pdme2010 @simplicity_creative_group 

7) Jalie’s Charlie Bomber Jacket 3675: https://jalie.com/products/charlie-bomber-jacket-sewing-pattern @jalie_patterns 

8) Vintage 1940’s Land Girl Lumber Jack Pattern: https://www.etsy.com/listing/834898532/pdf-vintage-1940s-sewing-pattern-land?

9) Sew Over It’s Amelia Jacket: https://sewoverit.com/products/amelia-jacket-pdf-sewing-pattern @sewoveritlondon 

10) Mood’s Avelia Bomber: https://www.moodfabrics.com/blog/the-avelia-bomber-free-sewing-pattern/ @moodfabrics
ATTENTION All Passengers: Now Boarding Group One! ATTENTION All Passengers: Now Boarding Group One! ✈️🧥✈️

Welcome to Chicago Sews' and @wesewaustin 's first collaborative sew-along: #WeSewBombers! 

We are super excited to take this 7-week journey together, full of both virtual and in-person events for everyone to join in, no matter where you are!

Kicking off this sew-along is our monthly, virtual Sip & Sew, during which we'll be talking all about this collab and the full lineup of events. Now’s your chance to design a bomber jacket that’s all about you and your unique style. Don’t miss your flight—this trip is going to be epic! 🤩💥✂️🧵

See you soon!

🤗
Mia, Alisha, Beth + Glenda (and the whole Austin team)
🧥 ✈️ READY FOR TAKEOFF??!! Join the #WeSewB 🧥 ✈️ READY FOR TAKEOFF??!! Join the #WeSewBombers sew-along and get ready to make yourself the flyest, bombiest, jacket ever!! There will be 7 weeks, jammed packed with #Meetup events (both virtual and in-person) and open for all to participate (even if you’re not in the host cities of Chicago and Austin). Swipe ➡️ to see the planning schedule and keep your eyes peeled for more details!  Strap up in the jumpseat and let’s gooooo!!!! 🚀 🧵 🪡 

#chicagosews #wesewaustin #bomberjacket
🎉 Exciting News! 🎉 Get ready for the #WeSewB 🎉 Exciting News! 🎉
Get ready for the #WeSewBombers Sew-Along, a fantastic collaboration between @ChicagoSews and @wesewaustin ! Launching at the beginning of October, this Sew-Along will offer both virtual and in-person events so everyone can join in, no matter where you are.

We’ll also reopen our virtual ‘Frockroom,’ where you can connect with fellow sewers, share progress, and get inspiration. Now’s your chance to design a bomber jacket that’s all about you and your unique style! Don’t miss out on the fun—stay tuned for more details. 💥✂️🧵

#WeSewbombers
#chicagosews #wesewaustin
ICYMI 🎥 Highlights from Saturday’s BYOM Open ICYMI 🎥 Highlights from Saturday’s BYOM Open Sew event at @logansquarelibraryfriends !  Freebie patterns, food, drinks, fitting help, and lots of sewing!! Don’t miss the next one.  Thanks to all who came out and we hope to see even more of you at the next one!
#HappySewing
🧵❤️🤗
#chicagosews
Hi Sewing Friends! Time for a good old fashioned, Hi Sewing Friends!

Time for a good old fashioned, open sew, BYOM (bring your own machine) event! Bring whatever project you’re working on and let’s sew together. If you don't want to tote your machine, feel free to bring patterns you need to cut out or tracing, or a garment to try on and get some friendly help with fitting!

As per usual, we will "sewcialize", enjoy vittles and beverages!

Come hang - it’s free, but a $5 donation will be happily accepted.

Location: Logan Square Branch Library | 3030 W Fullerton Ave | Chicago, IL
Time: 1:00 pm
What To Bring: Your own machine, and project supplies.
What Will Be Provided: Iron, ironing mat, cutting mat, scissors, and rotary cutter.

Hope to see you!!

Cheers!
Mia, Alisha, and Beth

#ChicagoSews

#ChicagoSewsMeetup #BYOM #OpenSew #BringYourOwnMachine
Join SIP & SEW - our monthly social hour! If you' Join SIP & SEW - our monthly social hour!

If you've never attended our Sip & Sew events, you'll find that they are very low key and casual. Most attendees are sitting at their machines, cutting away at fabric (and/or patterns), or perhaps hand-stitching a project. The conversations are always lively and engaging, and we hope you'll join!

Bring whatever you’re currently working on, drink of choice and come hang out with us. This is a free virtual event and open to anyone, whether you're living in Chicagoland or not.

Hope to see you!

#ChicagoSews

#ChicagoSewsMeetup #memadeeveryday
ICYMI: 🎥 Highlights from yesterday’s #Cyanoty ICYMI: 🎥 Highlights from yesterday’s #Cyanotype MeetUp event!  What a great time we had testing out this fun way to create printed fabric, using everything from leaves to eyeglasses!  The weather was perfect and we appreciate all of you who attended! ☀️ 

#chicagosews
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