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...]
mustard polka dot knit dress
November 13, 2013 By 38 Comments
I made this dress....oh, over a month ago. Took pics, even edited them, but in all the hullabaloo of whatever is is that I was doing at the time (I have the worst memory), I forgot to post about it. Bad Blogger! tsk tsk. Anyways, it's just a simple knit dress that I whipped up* and since I am such a bad blogger, didn't take pics for a … [Read more...]
the Olivia top and dress pattern is here!
September 26, 2013 By 35 Comments
I am so excited to introduce the Olivia top and dress pattern for girls! This frock features and adorable button up empire waist style bodice, with sleeves in three variations: sleeveless, short, and elbow length. The gathered skirt is comfortable and breezy, and the fit is meant to be loose and flowing-it's all about comfort! Cinch it in with a … [Read more...]
KCWC: modern meadow geranium
July 20, 2013 By 11 Comments
So.....the other day, I decided that Ava needed a new dress-basically I just NEEDED to sew something quick and cute and easy. Another Geranium dress goll darn fit the bill. It's my sixth version of the pattern...yipes. That means it's a good one. The classic silhouette and those adorable cap sleeves get me every time. Plus the fit is fantastic! … [Read more...]
When we were young striped dress
June 12, 2013 By 32 Comments
When I first opened the email from Suz of Sew Pony about her "When We Were Young" series, I knew I HAD to do it....it sounded like a blast! I loved the challenge to re-create an outfit that you yourself wore when you were...well, young! My mom loved to sew for us kids. Basically if the internet would have existed back then she would have … [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...]
Vintage May: feedsack Geranium with peter pan collar
May 20, 2013 By 68 Comments
More Vintage May is on the way! We've got one more week of the fun-I can't wait! So is it just me, or was Miss Charlotte MADE for vintage style clothing? Her little cherub face and curly pigtails...she just kills me. :D For her look I nabbed this awesome feedsack fabric from Joanns and made her a Geranium dress out of it. (this is like my 5th … [Read more...]
Ava’s Geranium Easter dress
April 8, 2013 By 26 Comments
Did you hear? I was excited to hear my chevron look won last week on Project Run and Play! I'm stoked! Thanks for your votes! Now to go finish up the pics for week 3 and my look for week 4...wish me luck.... So.....last but not least, Ava's Easter dress! I kept it simple-just and adding a little detail on the front bodice-a faux pleat feature … [Read more...]
Lotta Geranium dress
January 9, 2013 By 45 Comments
Well I knew I'd be making another Geranium dress soon, since the last one turned out so cute! I started cutting this one out last week and totally messed up laying out my pieces. (this is why I shouldn't be allowed to sew after 9 pm...so pathetic) So I ordered another yard because I just HAD to make it work. I mean, hello this fabric is probably … [Read more...]
Ava’s Geranium dress
January 4, 2013 By 14 Comments
So the other week, Rae emailed me to see if I'd be willing to help test her new pattern....and we all know that when Rae says "sew" you say "yes". ;) She needed a tester for the 0-3 month size and I quickly jumped on board....how sweet did this dress turn out? I adore it in so many ways. For one thing, it came together so, so quickly. (love small … [Read more...]