I couldn't have finished the Junebug pattern without the help of these lovely ladies who pattern tested for me! They made some amazing Junebugs and their feedback was fantastic also. Thanks so much, ladies! And in no particular order, here they are! CailaMan oh man I want to make one in some nani iro now too! CharityI love it in a tunic! … [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...]
school themed cookies
June 2, 2013 By 11 Comments
I was feeling the itch to make some sugar cookies the other week. With all my spare time, ya know. ;) But I had to scratch that itch, so I signed up to bring a treat for Sadie's preschool graduation party. (I know. No caps and gowns at least) I of course, went with the obvious theme...school supplies. I used a wavy square for the letter ones, … [Read more...]
The Junebug pattern is here!
May 31, 2013 By 47 Comments
After months of working on it, the Junebug dress (and tunic!) pattern is finally here! I have so much respect for all you pattern designers out there, it's really a lot of work! I could not have done it without the fantastic skills of Melissa-from Melly Sews. She digitized and graded the pattern for me, and she did a spectacular job. Super … [Read more...]
elephant skirt for em
May 30, 2013 By 17 Comments
So Kristin's daughter Em, and Sadie, have become pen pals over the past few months, and they are the CUTEST. They color each other elaborate pictures, cover their envelopes with stickers, and they would "text" each other for hours if we let them (emoticons, mostly. those are some straaange convos....lol), they love to skype and facetime in order to … [Read more...]
shabby apple review and giveaway
May 29, 2013 By 11 Comments
This giveaway seems well timed since Vintage May just wrapped up....I got to review one of Shabby Apple's (affiliate link) lovely dresses, the Dressage (on sale right now!) They have soo many vintage style dresses that are on my want list right now. … [Read more...]
Vintage May Round up
May 28, 2013 By 7 Comments
Well, our second round of Vintage May has come to an end. It was amazing, wouldn't you agree? A huge thanks to my co host, Kristin! A blog series is a lot of work, but it's always fun working with her! Hop over to her blog to see her flickr round up! (and hear about our cute girls-they're pen pals and are already fast friends) Also a huge THANK … [Read more...]
vintage may guest: ruffles and stuff
May 24, 2013 By 2 Comments
Today's Vintage May guest is a legend in the crafty blogosphere-the amazing Disney from Ruffles and Stuff! I don't know if she drinks some kind of special magical crafty water or something, but everything she touches is magical. I'm serious guys, I love visiting her blog-always lovely and inspiring and uplifting. Her adorable daughter Paige (which … [Read more...]
vintage may guest: Happy together
May 23, 2013 By 3 Comments
Today's Vintage May guest is another Jessica-the fabulous lady behind the inspiring and gorgeous blog, Happy Together! She was also one of the Project Run and Play All-Stars designers-my favorite look of hers has got to be her chevron look-that top is amazing! Her photos are eye popping and her girlies are just the cutest. She is too creative for … [Read more...]
Vintage May Guest: Kojo Designs
May 22, 2013 By 3 Comments
Today's Vintage May guest is one half of the fabulous team over at Kojo Designs-Kirstin! This lady is such a ball of energy-I loved hanging out with her at SNAP last year-she is the sweetest, so fun to talk to, and absolutely an amazing creative lady. I always love the parties her and her sis Jordan throw-they are so creative and downright … [Read more...]