Well I knew I'd be making another Geranium dress soon, since the last one turned out so cute! I started cutting this one out last week and totally messed up laying out my pieces. (this is why I shouldn't be allowed to sew after 9 pm...so pathetic) So I ordered another yard because I just HAD to make it work. I mean, hello this fabric is probably … [Read more...]
Ava’s Geranium dress
January 4, 2013 By 14 Comments
So the other week, Rae emailed me to see if I'd be willing to help test her new pattern....and we all know that when Rae says "sew" you say "yes". ;) She needed a tester for the 0-3 month size and I quickly jumped on board....how sweet did this dress turn out? I adore it in so many ways. For one thing, it came together so, so quickly. (love small … [Read more...]
the girls’ Christmas dresses
January 2, 2013 By 49 Comments
So here are the girls Christmas dresses this year! I'm a little late showing you all, but better late than never! I went with a blue and red theme after consulting with my Instagram pals (my username is craftinessisnotoptional if you want to follow me!), and I love how they turned out! A little classic, a little funky, and a little teeny tiny. … [Read more...]
Sadie’s book dress
December 10, 2012 By 31 Comments
I got the right color of thread! woohoo! Hey, that was quite the feat for a gal 2 days from her due date. Hitting up the fabric store with two slightly rambunctious young girls is a feat worth receiving a medal for. Am I right? (I am) Anyways-this being the third time I've sewn up this pattern (yes I'm slightly obsessed with it!), it came … [Read more...]
basic bodice design series guest post
November 26, 2012 By 13 Comments
I'm so excited to be posting over on iCandy Handmade for their Basic Bodice Design series! What a great idea, right? Most everyone has a basic bodice pattern in their sewing arsenal, which is what makes this such a brilliant idea for a series? (Why can I never have these great ideas? lol!) It's a simple dress, but the way the bodice is cut on … [Read more...]
pink ice cream dress
November 19, 2012 By 21 Comments
Since I have more Oliver and S patterns to try, I dove right into the ice cream dress pattern, and made this little pink number for Charlotte. (a few weeks ago.... No, I'm not sewing much yet!)I have one cut out for Sadie too, just need some pretty specific colored thread to make it work. (don't you hate when you don't have matching thread and … [Read more...]
KCWC: coral elephant dress and a wrap up
October 15, 2012 By 26 Comments
Here it is...my last project for the Kids Clothes Week Challenge. I had so much fun this go-around, got so many basis etc made for the girls...but I think it wiped me out. A little break from sewing is in order. (but not too long!)So I started making this elephant print dress with the intention that it would be for Sadie. I ended up making a bad … [Read more...]
KCWC: little vintage dress
October 9, 2012 By 18 Comments
This bodice design has been on my mind for like...ever. (and a day) So finally I gave it a go! I love how it turned out, and now I want to make another for Sadie with striped fabric, how fun, right? I may (emphasis on the may) even attempt this as a pattern to sell. Hold the phone, folks. We'll see how I feel after this next little one makes her … [Read more...]
new Junebug dress for Sadie
October 1, 2012 By 25 Comments
I usually don't enjoy sewing the same things over and over again (hence my old Etsy shop going kaput)....but Sadie really "needed" a dress this past week. Like I need a hole in my foot, but whatever. Most of the dresses I've made her over the past few months she doesn't like anymore. So I've learned to make sure fabric is ok with her highness … [Read more...]
Sew Ready to Play guest post
September 19, 2012 By 25 Comments
Come see what game inspired this fall dress over on the Sew Ready to Play series over on I'm Feelin' Crafty! Sadie loves her new dress, though she informed me that she can only wear it while playing her game. Uhhh....ok? Anyone else ready for fall? I am SO ready for boot and jean weather...not to mention having this baby and wearing normal clothes … [Read more...]