I am so excited to share with you today my take on the new Pattern Anthology: Alphabet Collection! (maybe they saved the best for last on their blog tour?...nope just lazy ol' me signed up for the last day I could, haha) These ladies (all such lovely friends, bloggers, and pattern designers!) have seriously outdone themselves. Their collection is … [Read more...]
KCWC: modern meadow geranium
July 20, 2013 By 11 Comments
So.....the other day, I decided that Ava needed a new dress-basically I just NEEDED to sew something quick and cute and easy. Another Geranium dress goll darn fit the bill. It's my sixth version of the pattern...yipes. That means it's a good one. The classic silhouette and those adorable cap sleeves get me every time. Plus the fit is fantastic! … [Read more...]
shorts for Ava (and a pattern giveaway!)
July 5, 2013 By 30 Comments
I seem to be sewing up a storm for little Ava lately...which makes sense becauseA: my other girls were summer newborns, so the clothes they wore are off season right now.B: tiny baby clothes are irresistibleandC: I freaking love to sew. As I mentioned before, I pattern tested Dana's new shorts pattern earlier in the month, and these were the second … [Read more...]
When we were young striped dress
June 12, 2013 By 32 Comments
When I first opened the email from Suz of Sew Pony about her "When We Were Young" series, I knew I HAD to do it....it sounded like a blast! I loved the challenge to re-create an outfit that you yourself wore when you were...well, young! My mom loved to sew for us kids. Basically if the internet would have existed back then she would have … [Read more...]
Seafarer top review
June 3, 2013 By 11 Comments
I am so excited to be a part of the Seafarer Top pattern tour! I really wanted to sew more for myself this summer-you know, breezy light tees to keep cool during the hot summer day....so this pattern is perfect for that need. I sewed up a size medium and it fit perfectly-I love the dolman sleeves-it makes it so loose and comfy, but the band at the … [Read more...]
KCWC: puppet show shorts and liberty top
April 27, 2013 By 18 Comments
So...starting to wind down from the high of KCWC-I personally challenge myself to make as many pieces as possible...and I think I averaged 3 pieces per day. I don't recommend this. I am wiped out! But hey, Sadie's spring/summer wardrobe is looking pretty good! So there's that. :} This outfit is one of my faves! Let's talk about the top first, cause … [Read more...]
KCWC: ruffle top for Charlotte
April 26, 2013 By 16 Comments
Well, after saying no to Charlotte's questioning "Dat por me?" while I've been sewing for Sadie this week, I gave in and made her a top...how could you resist that face, I ask you? You can't, don't bother talking to your computer screen answering me. The cheeks will eat you aliiiive! Anyways, I used the Ruffle Top/Dress pattern, and it was … [Read more...]
KCWC: bubble pocket shorts and polka dot tee (and giveaway/coupon code)
April 24, 2013 By 30 Comments
Outfit #2! I'm loving this one...these shorts are my favorite part. I have plans to make a few more pairs! I used the Bubble Pocket Shorts pattern and it was a great pattern! I sewed up the 3/4T size, & they should definitely fit her at least a year, yay! It was easy to sew up (about 1.5 hours for me, and that was while being semi-distracted by … [Read more...]
KCWC: family reunion top and go to leggings
April 23, 2013 By 23 Comments
I kicked off Kids Clothes Week a little early and finished up this top on Sunday...then the leggings today! I had just enough left from making this top (from Girl Charlee: use the code Crafty10 for 10% off your purchase) to sew up the capri-length leggings. I used the Go To Leggings pattern (affiliate link) and I love it! The fit is just about … [Read more...]
skater dress pattern review/tour!
April 3, 2013 By 9 Comments
Hey guys! I'm really excited to be a part of the Skater Dress Pattern Tour! Amanda (the sewing maven behind Kitschy Coo) has designed probably the most comfortable knit dress Sadie has ever worn, and named it the Skater dress! She loves how comfy and soft it is, and it's so easy for her to slide over her head and instantly be dressed. I mean, she … [Read more...]