Faking It: Clever Sewing Sets That Look Like One-Piece Outfits
We love a good sewing trick, especially one that gives you more outfits from the patterns already in your collection.
Enter our Faking It series: three guides dedicated to the art of sewing separates that look like one fabulous outfit. Match a top with a skirt to create the illusion of a dress, or pair a top with pants or shorts for all the drama of a jumpsuit or romper, without the bathroom gymnastics.
Whether you sew woven fabrics, stretch fabrics or a little of both, explore all three guides below and discover just how much fun it is to fake it.
In this blog, we’re sharing our favourite fake-it outfits made with stretch patterns. From slinky tanks to banded tees, swishy skirts to figure-loving fits—these sets are so good, no one will guess they’re separates.
In this blog, we’re sharing our favourite faux dress looks made with woven patterns. Think floaty rayon, soft linen, breezy viscose. From button-ups to camis, gathered skirts to sleek shapes—it’s all about looking like a dress but sewing smart.
That’s why we’re all about faking it. Sewing two separate pieces—a top and pants or top and shorts—in the same fabric creates the illusion of a jumpsuit or romper, without the bathroom gymnastics. And the best part? You can wear them together or mix them into your regular wardrobe. It’s the look of a jumpsuit with all the flexibility of separates.
