Hey everyone! Please meet Gwen, from Gwenny Penny, if you don't know her already. If you don't, you should! Gwen's blog is full of eye candy and fun projects! Some of my favorites are her Dot, Dot, Dot Valentine pillow, her May Day skirt (on my to do list), her Biscuit and Niblet dog and cat dolls, and of course, her Sadie shirt. ;) A … [Read more...]
Sincerest Form of Flattery guest: Adrianna from Crafterhours
April 12, 2011 By 11 Comments
Meet Adrianna from Crafterhours, if you don't know her already. If you don't, you should! Together with Susan, the other half of their fabulous blog, they have quite the site full of inspiration and tutorials. Adrianna constantly is making me laugh with her zany sense of humor and funny comments. Not to mention her lovely sewing. A few of … [Read more...]
Beckie from Infarantly Creative and Knock Off Decor
April 11, 2011 By 3 Comments
To kick things off this week we have Beckie from Infarrantly Creative and Knock Off Décor with an awesome post about Knock-offs! Hi I am Beckie, author of Infarrantly Creative and Knock Off Décor. I am kicking off Knock off Week with a little knock off theory. As I peruse the latest design catalogs like Pottery Barn or Ballard Designs I see the … [Read more...]
the sincerest form of flattery kick off!
April 11, 2011 By 2 Comments
Are y'all ready for a couple weeks of gorgeous Knock Off Goodness? Then this is the place for you (well, here and the Kojo Designs blog where Kirsten and Jordan have a spectacular lineup of knock offs for your enjoyment!) Want a small taste of what's to come? Knock off accessories... ...children's clothes... ...decor... ...and more … [Read more...]
Paper Coterie giveaway!
April 8, 2011 By 86 Comments
****this giveaway is now closed**** I'm so excited to share this brand spanking new company with you guys, called Paper Coterie. They have some gorgeous products available, serious eye candy! I had a blast just browsing away looking at all the lovely colorful things they have to offer! They have fabulous bright and cheerful growth … [Read more...]
Stitchin’ Stash yardage giveaway!
April 8, 2011 By 227 Comments
****this giveaway is now closed**** Hey there! I'm back with another great giveaway from Stitchin' Stash! She's got some serious yardage she's giving away today. Yay for fabric, eh? One lucky reader will get 4, yes 4! yards of the fabric on the left (Scroll Flower Stripe - Red on Ivory), and one yard of the fabric on the right (Diagonal Daisies - … [Read more...]
Leah tunic Part 4: pockets
April 7, 2011 By 16 Comments
Now let's tackle those pockets. I did them very simply.See more after the jump! First I cut out a pocket pattern-I adapted this pattern. Then I used some more bias tape for the tops. First I folded it over, right sides together, and sewed down, and then backstitched up. (same technique as the binding for the collar) Then I measured 4 … [Read more...]
Leah tunic Part 3: cap sleeves
April 7, 2011 By 3 Comments
On the menu today: puffy little cap sleeves. See more after the jump! So here we go with those cute lil' cap sleeves! Lay both of your sleeves like so and trim a little bit around the edge so it's curved a little bit. Next, sew a gathering stitch about 3 inches from the shoulder seam on both sides. (should be about 6 inches total, to make … [Read more...]
Leah tunic Part 2: button closure and neckline (and guest post)
April 6, 2011 By 22 Comments
Before we get started today, I wanted to let you know that my sewing/crafty room is being featured today on Craftaholics Anonymous! Also I want to give a big welcome (WELCOME) to any visitors coming over here from C.A.! Moving on to the sew-along! Today we'll work on the button closure and bias tape around the neckline. See more after … [Read more...]
Leah tunic Part 1: making the pattern and cutting it out
April 5, 2011 By 24 Comments
Welcome to the Leah top sew-along! I'm so glad to have you. Let's get started.Ok so for this top, we'll start off making the pattern. It's not hard, just might take a little bit of scribbling and erasering. (yes, I know that's not a real word)See more after the jump! You'll need: main fabric (a yard was plenty for my 2T size) accent fabric to … [Read more...]