Why The Lamma Sweatshirt & Hoodie Is Not The Average Sweatshirt

When I had the opportunity to get this fabulous fabric from Minerva I knew that the Itch-To-Stitch Lamma pattern was what I wanted to make. Now, let me tell you, and show you, why the Lamma Sweatshirt & Hoodie is not the average sweatshirt. You might just want to make one (or two) for yourself.

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The Pattern

This pattern is described as being perfect when you want comfort and style. I can totally agree with that. There are princess seams, pockets and numerous opportunities for color-blocking which can make it a really fun and unique project. Sizing ranges from 00-40 so that means 22 sizes as well as full bust options. For those who may have fabric scraps left over from previous projects, this can be a way to use some of those knit scraps you didn’t know what to do with.

Line drawing for Itch-To-Stitch Lamma hoodie and sweatshirt

While the pattern is rated as “Intermediate”, I believe that any confident beginner is capable of making this. In fact, I always believe you have to challenge yourself in order to improve your skill level, whether it’s sewing, knitting, or playing an instrument.

woman wearing Lamma hoodie and sweatshirt front view

For those wondering about Itch-To-Stitch Patterns, they are well drafted PDF patterns and the instructions are easy to follow with great illustrations. In fact, here’s another one of my favorite patterns by them.

The Fabric

As a Minerva brand ambassador, I was gifted this fabric. It’s a Minerva exclusive with a print designed by Terrance Williams. The name is Tropic Terrazzo cotton fleece back sweatshirt stretch knit. When I tell you this is a substantial sweatshirt fleece, believe me! It is also POD (print on demand) which makes it more sustainable for both Minerva and the customers.

back view of woman wearing Lamma sweatshirt and hoodie

Easy to cut and easy to sew is what I love about this as well. While I did use the serger for most of the construction, you could make this easily with a zigzag stitch and a regular sewing machine.

More To Love About This

More on why the Lamma sweatshirt & hoodie is not the average sweatshirt is because this one just seems more intentional. There is a time a place for a plain, boxy top, but this isn’t that. When you make this, especially with the color blocking, think about what it can be paired with and how you would wear it. I’m thinking of making another for spring out of a lighter knit fabric and short sleeves. That gives the pattern more versatility and more year-round capability.

woman seated wearing the Lamma sweatshirt & hoodie

If you really want a more elevated and stylish look, you can do a monochrome version made from a textured knit, like a sweater knit.

Conclusion

This is the perfect out of the ordinary top that can be made to suit your lifestyle. The Itch-To-Stitch Lamma Sweatshirt & Hoodie is that top to wear when you want to be comfortable and stylish. I definitely recommend this pattern!

Front view of woman wearing itch to stitch patterns Lamma sweatshirt and hoodie

Sewing Up A Bow Blouse

I used Vogue 8772 as the pattern for sewing up a bow blouse. I absolutely love the finished result. The process to get there, not so much 😂.

Vogue 8772

This pattern has been around for several years. Surprisingly, I had never made it before. Designed in a classic style, this pattern is one that you can keep for years, make up at any time, and still be stylish . I love that! If you are someone who wants to cull your own pattern options, I would suggest that the previous statements would be something to keep in mind.

Making My Blouse

As mentioned before, sewing the blouse is easy. This isn’t a difficult pattern to make. It can be time consuming (depending on your fabric choice), but I believe the extra effort is worth it. My only difficulty had to do with my fabric choice. I used a stunning fabric from Mood Fabrics. It’s a viscose dobby that has a metallic stripe through it. There is no stretch in the fabric.

The issue for me was in the marking of the pattern pieces. I have found that the older I get, the more important it is to mark carefully. I really need to be able to see the marks clearly. So for this I did a combination of tailor’s tacks and tracing those with a chalk pen.

This blouse has become a favorite and I featured it as one of my projects of 2025. Once the marking was done, the blouse can together rather quickly.

Woman wearing Vogue 8772 floral blouse untucked

In the above photo, you can see the length of the blouse and the hem. I think there’s a straight edge hem in the pattern as well.

Sewing up a bow blouse has been one of those things I’ve wanted to do for a while. I think that this pattern and the fabric choice I used is versatile enough to wear with this faux leather skirt, dress pants or skirts, and even jeans. I love the many options that sewing gives me!

Smiling wearing a floral bow blouse made with Vogue 8772

My 2025 Projects

I want to share with you my 2025 projects. Although I’m no longer sewing to complete a particular number of projects, I’m still getting a lot of things done.

So, let’s dive into some of the projects I’ve completed this past year.

First Group Of Projects

To start off the year, I started off with some collaborations. Most of these outfits/garments have been featured in videos on my YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/@Sewlimitless). With making these different clothing items, I realize that there are some things I do very well most of the time (like matching fabric to patterns) and some things I really would like to work on (like improving fit for pants).

One of my favorites from this group is the floral shirtdress. If you’ve never made something like this, I highly recommend it and this pattern – Simplicity 8014. It’s easy and versatile.

Next Group Of Projects

This group features mostly summer sewing. One of my favorite patterns of this group is the ivory vest and shorts. I used Simplicity 3108 for the vest. This one is much easier to make than I thought it would be and looks very stylish when completed.

Third Group Of Projects

A goal for my 2025 projects was to make a chair slipcover. While it wasn’t perfectly done, it was completed and definitely serves it’s purpose. If you want a very good book that will take you though the process of making a slipcover of your own, this book (Custom Slipcovers Made Easy)is what I used and I find it to be extremely helpful.

Final Project Group

Most of this grouping is all about comfort and completing some projects I’ve wanted to do for some time. I did make a sofa slipcover. But my last two projects for the year, the sweatsuit and the cargo sweatpants, are definitely comfortable. The cheetah print dress (Vogue 8379) and the floral blouse (Vogue 8772) were made from two patterns I’ve wanted to use for years!

All in all, I had a productive year and I hope you did as well. Like I said in the beginning, I’m less interested in how many things I complete but more interested in the quality of those things. As always, I will continue to focus on improving my fitting process (our bodies change all the time) and slowing myself down when needed to improve the quality.