I found this gorgeous fabric in Joann's clearance section the other day, and had to get some for a shirt. For me. I know, ground-breaking right? Something NOT for Sadie? (or Charlotte) Anyways, just to clear it up, this is NOT the gorgeous fabric (that one is in progress though)...it's a practice shirt made from a couple of remnant pieces...one … [Read more...]
a cool little pouch
August 17, 2010 By 25 Comments
hmmm, what have we here? A little unassuming bag...(made of cute fabric though) let's see what's inside, shall we? A Viewmaster! Now, I know some of you had these as kids or play with them now. A lovely padded (and lined) bag for the Sadester's favorite car toy. But, what's this? A handy little pocket for all her slides!? What … [Read more...]
another matching outfit
August 15, 2010 By 6 Comments
I first made these outfits with an updated family picture in mind-but they ended up being too matchy matchy, and didn't quite work with Rory and I's outfits. oh well! still cute. I'll post the other set I made when we get some pictures taken-hopefully by my cousin while we're in Utah! This little dress is for Charlotte-made using Smile and … [Read more...]
garter thingy
August 10, 2010 By 7 Comments
my sister (who's getting married this weekend), and I were gabbing about wedding stuff a few weeks ago, and she mentioned she was shopping online for a garter. I gasped in horror...and then told her she had to let me make it. She was all for that, of course. (free garter? sweet) It then took us three weeks to remember talking about the garter, … [Read more...]
sadie’s flower girl dress
August 6, 2010 By 47 Comments
My goodness. gracious. great balls of fire. I almost gave up on this dress after making the practice dress. It was a bit frustrating. I'm glad I didn't, the second go around was much better. witness below. I know being prideful is bad, but I am pretty proud of this dress. HAPPY. happy with this dress. My mom always said to say that instead of … [Read more...]
ladybugs
August 3, 2010 By 7 Comments
Sadie really likes ladybugs, so this fabric was perfect for her. (and like $2 a yard at Joann's) I've been saving it for just the right top, and I've also been saving this tutorial from Prudent Baby....so I finally put one and one together and made....this! I'm no newcomer to peasant tops, but I loove the cinched in waist, so I had to try it. … [Read more...]
practice makes ruffles
August 2, 2010 By 10 Comments
Here is the first attempt at Sadie's flower girl dress. Using a thrifted sheet...it needs some work, and I made the bodice a bit too big, but it's still a wearable dress.right? the bottom is crooked a teensy bit.... So what better to do than skip and spin to hide it? Sorry about our hideous play room walls. We're workin' on … [Read more...]
drawstring waist tutorial
July 30, 2010 By 19 Comments
Our neighbor has this perfect wooden fence...I never thought to stick Sadie in front of it for our photo shoots, but I love it! There were some people looking at the house for sale across the street, they probably thought I was a weirdo, posing my daughter in front of a fence. If they'd only known it was for a blog! Then they really would have … [Read more...]
i’m a bit obsessive…
July 26, 2010 By 37 Comments
...when it comes to sewing these dolly clothes. I just couldn't help myself! They are soo easy and quick to sew up. Plus, it's a great way to use up my random scraps and fat quarters! I found this awesome pattern (printable on the bottom of the post), and went to town! Some skirts, denim shorts, shirts... ...and dresses galore! I cannot get … [Read more...]
seatbelt covers tutorial
July 22, 2010 By 21 Comments
I just love these car seat strap covers. I made Sadie a pair a long time ago, but I wasn't happy with how they were made, so I re-did them. They're the perfect way to eliminate red marks on your little one's neck! and stylish too.***Just be sure they are not too long to interfere with the chest clasp on your car seat. Safety first. Click below … [Read more...]