Happy Monday! I am thrilled to share with you today an amazing new jewelry line-ASH- by Ashlee. She makes the most amazing pieces. truly stunning. Her pieces begin as porcelain clay and she shapes, glazes, and fires them until they are fantastic little wearable works of art. Seriously, I felt like wearing this gold dipped hexagon necklace elevated … [Read more...]
Sew Classic clothes for girls
December 13, 2013 By 8 Comments
I am so thrilled for my good friend Lindsay and her amazing new book, Sew Classic Clothes for Girls! (<--affiliate link) She's been a blog pal since we both were in the very first season of Project Run and Play together, and I admire her so much! She has worked so hard on her book, and it shows. It is nothing less than lovely, charming, … [Read more...]
triangle Norah dress
December 11, 2013 By 12 Comments
Hey there! It's all about triangles and jazz hands here on CINO today! well, ok...and some sewing of course. I am psyched to be a part of the Norah dress blog tour! It's a fabulous new dress pattern by Hayley from Welcome to the Mouse House! Sadie has been in need of some new dresses for church, so when I got the invite for the tour, I was … [Read more...]
coral leafy dress
December 8, 2013 By 12 Comments
Sadie has been "needing" some new church dresses lately. (really I am getting sick of seeing the same old dresses every week) So I took it upon myself to sew up an oldie but goodie. Meaning I'd sewn this pattern a LOONG time ago and decided to have another go. I'm glad I did-usually I leave a pattern be after sewing it up once, preferring to prowl … [Read more...]
$40 southern fabric giveaway!
December 6, 2013 By 15 Comments
Today I have another fantastic giveaway from my sponsor, Southern Fabric! They have a fabulous selection of designer prints, patterns, and TONS of fun new stuff. Plus some of the fabrics I picked out below are on sale right now! sah-weet! and they are generously giving away a $40 gift certificate to their site. Perfect for a holiday gift for your … [Read more...]
Nessie top tester round up
December 4, 2013 By 4 Comments
I had some amazing testers for my Nessie top-and just wanted to show them off here! They chose some awesome fabrics and combinations, right? Hopefully this gives you an idea of the possibilities you can make with the Nessie pattern! sewn by my pal Kristin sewn by Rebecca sewn by Cameron sewn by my BFF Cassy Sewn by my friend … [Read more...]
heathered red nessie top and butterfly leggings
December 2, 2013 By 4 Comments
Is it weird to say that I am in love with my own pattern? If it's wrong, I don't wanna be right, I guess. But I love how quick it is to sew up and how comfy and easy to wear it is. Little Miss C needed some new leggings and long sleeves, so I whipped up this red heathered Nessie top for her, and added a little gold pocket. To go with it, a pair … [Read more...]
5 and 10 designs e-book black friday sale-30% off!
November 29, 2013 By 2 Comments
If you've been on the fence about the 5 and 10 Designs e-book, now's the time to hop off that proverbial fence and snag a copy! It is 30% off -good until December 2nd. WOOOHOO! Use the coupon code GIVETHANKS! and don't forget to download the new free sleeve pattern! you should also head over to the other 5 and 10 gals to see their gorgeous … [Read more...]
5 and 10 designs free sleeve pattern (and an upcoming sale!)
November 27, 2013 By 8 Comments
there are exciting things happening over on 5 and 10 Designs this week! There is a new FREE sleeve pattern that is designed to work with our e-book. YAY! The pattern comes in short, 3/4 length, and long sleeves. So of course I had to whip up the basic dress from the e-book for Ava's Christmas dress! I used the 3/4 length sleeve and 18 mo size...in … [Read more...]
the Nessie top-a new knit top pattern!
November 26, 2013 By 26 Comments
woohoo! I am super duper excited to announce the release of my newest pattern-the Nessie top! You probably saw my posts last week starring the basic Nessie and the two variations....this versatile knit tee pattern features a bevy of options-the basic Nessie has a comfy, swingy fit, a hi-lo hem and is perfect for showcasing a favorite print. Other … [Read more...]