So today we'll sew together the bodice and placket. (edit: this is not the only way to do it...reader Tara saw a much better way, to sew the placket together and then sew it on top of the bodice, no cutting involved. Both ways work-just make sure it's centered if you sew it directly to the uncut bodice piece. So, pick your poison … [Read more...]
sew along part 1: pattern and pieces
October 18, 2010 By 22 Comments
Are you all set with your fabric, etc!? Let's jump right in and make a pattern! Did I lose any of you? Fear not-I am here to figuratively hold your hand through this process!Click below for more! So. You have that shirt that fits your child (looser is better in this case), right? Lay it out, folded in half like so. I use white wrapping … [Read more...]
trick or treat bag tutorial
October 15, 2010 By 11 Comments
Need a trick or treat bag to match your child's costume? I whipped this one out in no time-it's easy, cheap (I spent about $2 on supplies), and you can easily customize it to your child's costume! I made mine look like Flounder from the Little Mermaid movie, since Sadie is going to be Ariel. Now that I think about it, it kind of looks like I … [Read more...]
spooky striped skirt
October 11, 2010 By 4 Comments
Check out the tutorial for this spooky striped skirt over on the SEI Lifestyle blog! I'll be their guest blogger all week! But don't worry...I'll still be here. I'm working away at Halloween costumes-so there might be a sneaky peek or two this week. Sadie's is SOOO cute. I have to hide it from her, for fear of her ruining it before … [Read more...]
Boo! softie tutorial
October 5, 2010 By 9 Comments
Boo! Did I scare ya? I've been making a slightly half-hearted real effort this year to decorate more for Halloween and fall, and I'd seen this idea awhile ago (don't remember where though, so if you do, leave a link in the comments, please!), and had to make some BOO softies/pillows Would you like to as well? Click below for more! You'll … [Read more...]
child’s gathered apron tutorial
September 24, 2010 By 31 Comments
Today I'm excited to be a part of Sew Chic and Unique's "Inspire to Create" series! There have been some fantastic projects so far-be sure to go and check them out! I chose to make a cute little apron for the Sadester. To match her tablecloth and oven mitts of course! Sadie just loves playing with her play kitchen-and also in the real … [Read more...]
Barbie® ball gown tutorial
September 21, 2010 By 25 Comments
I love making Barbie® clothes. I also like making them easy to make. They're tiny enough-no need to complicate things, right? So I'm on a quest so to speak, to make Barbie® clothes easier to sew. Here's a fun tutorial for a pretty ball gown! Click below for more! You'll need: satin or some other special occasion fabric cut into these … [Read more...]
guest post-braided tee shirt
September 15, 2010 By 1 Comment
Another guest post! I told ya I've been busy. ;) Catch me over on Just Another Day in Paradise today with an easy braided tee shirt embellishment tutorial. I'm filling in today for Larissa while she's off gallivanting in Hawaii. Jealous! I promise I'll be back here tomorrow...I've got some fun stuff to show you! (hint...new duds for the … [Read more...]
guest post-waffle tutorial
September 14, 2010 By 5 Comments
Head on over to Handmade Tuesdays on Ladybug Blessings for a fun fabric waffle tutorial made by yours truly! She's featuring a different tutorial each week for a fun handmade gift! Perfect-cause those holidays are coming up fast-yikes! Re-post of the tutorial originally posted here. Nothing better than waffles for breakfast on a Saturday … [Read more...]
skirt to dress refashion tutorial
September 13, 2010 By 37 Comments
Sadie has turned into quite the little model. She dragged me outside to take pictures, and posed like crazy. Notice the hand on hip. Sassy! Okay, sorry. Got carried away with showing off my adorable daughter. On to the tutorial! Ask, and I will deliver! A tutorial for a refashioned skirt to child's dress. :) I picked this … [Read more...]