First on my list of dresses to sew up from our 5 and 10 Designs e-book was Look No.5, designed by the fantastic Delia. (see the bottom of this post for a coupon code for 15% off the e-book!) I love the curved color-blocking on the sides-such a fun design element, right? It was also the perfect opportunity to practice some pattern mixing-and I … [Read more...]
5 and 10 Designs round up and Labor Day sale!
August 30, 2013 By 3 Comments
Have you been seeing all the awesomeness going around blogland from the 5 and 10 Designs e-book? It's amazing, complimentary, and inspiring to see everyone's take on our designs! I just can't decide which is my favorite. See and admire below... Sanae - Illustrations, Stitches, etc. Am I a Dreamer Creativity You and Mie KOJO Designs Happy … [Read more...]
granny chic Bateau drop waist dress and pattern giveaway!
August 29, 2013 By 12 Comments
I'm soo excited to be a part of Anneliese's Bateau Top pattern tour! She is the force behind the blog Asthetic Nest and the Wee Muses Pattern line-and not only is she super talented in many aspects, she is seriously one of the sweetest people I know. Period. So I was all too happy to sew up her new pattern-the Bateau Neck Top! I also used the … [Read more...]
Strawberry hopscotch tunic
August 26, 2013 By 18 Comments
So I picked up one of the Oliver and S patterns I didn't have in my stash during a big sale they had last month-the Hopscotch Skirt and tee (and dress!) I had some Briar Rose knit burning a hole in my hypothetical sewing pocket so I just had to get it out of my system with a quick dress turned tunic. I don't know why but I chopped off a few inches … [Read more...]
Southern Fabric $40 giveaway!
August 23, 2013 By 13 Comments
Yippee for free fabric! I've got a fantastic giveaway for you today from Southern Fabric! I had soo much fun looking around for some faves to share with you-some adorable new lines have come out lately and I'm loving them! They have such a great selection, lots of yardage and pre-cuts if you're a quilter...just good luck choosing if you win! … [Read more...]
Sadie’s Ballet Bash!
August 21, 2013 By 43 Comments
Phew! I made it through a bridal shower, helping with my sister's wedding (which I still need to blog about), and now a ballet birthday bash-all in a week and a half! I'm exhausted to say the least. But my birthday girl had a blast and that's what matters! We had a girls only party-as requested by the birthday girl. We're moving into the … [Read more...]
knit skirt with pockets: tutorial and free pocket pattern
August 19, 2013 By 21 Comments
I bought a comfy knit skirt this summer that I LOVE. It is comfy and has awesome pockets and I want to wear the heck out of it. We all know what this means, right? I had to recreate it! I took some pics for a tutorial just in case you want to make one too. And this would totally translate to a kids skirt, too...I should make one for Sadie sometime! … [Read more...]
Vinyl Crafts wooden sign review & $70 store credit giveaway!
August 16, 2013 By 88 Comments
I have a great giveaway for you guys today...and I mean GREAT. You will love it. More on that later...you remember the sign I had displayed at my sister's bridal shower, right? Becky from Vinyl Crafts was sweet enough to send it over, and I love it. big old heart it. It is perfect for a wedding or master bedroom, right? I gave my sis this one at … [Read more...]
"Love is sweet" dessert bridal shower
August 14, 2013 By 32 Comments
My little sister is getting married this week! So last week I threw her a bridal shower, because "it's what I do...it's what I live for..."(name that little quote....*cough* disney nerd *cough*) I went with a colorful palette of pink, teal, and yellow with some touches of black and white...and lots of vintage touches because I can't stay away … [Read more...]
Pattern anthology alphabet collection: My look!
August 12, 2013 By 21 Comments
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...]