bari j bianca top

On my quest to sew ALL THE THINGS for myself, the Bianca was in my sights-it looked flattering, and fun to sew. And guess what? it is, and was. I chose some lovely Bari J voile (from Fabricworm) which was amazing to sew with! buttery soft but still pretty sturdy. and what a gorgeous print! I love that it's like a grown up floral. it's like … [Read more...]

knit pajama shorts

It's SUMMERTIME! I'm sure you were aware of that, but just in case.... the kids need PJ shorts. It's been a bit dire-especially for Ava. I chopped off the arms and legs of a pair of PJ's the other night because it was SO hot and she didn't have any short sleeved sets. Rory was like "dudette, you need to buy them some shorts". and I was … [Read more...]

essential shorts and some hemlock tees

I am all about comfort in those hot summer days...you  know, lightweight, breathable... I'm also big on shorts and tees, they are kinda my summer uniform. I'm guessing most of you are nodding along with me.... So I'm psyched to share these chambray shorts I made with Make it Perfect's Essential Shorts pattern-they are awesome! I love how comfy … [Read more...]

some scout tees

I am loving the grainline patterns-I know, welcome to women's sewing, Jess. duh. They are all the rage, but I've always been a little scared to sew for myself-mostly worried that things wouldn't fit, etc. I've recently made a goal to sew for myself more, and to take that fear head on and show it who's boss. (me) So after I finished the archer, … [Read more...]

teal checked archer shirt

Every so often I get bit by the selfish sewing bug. It's happened again, guys! When I was visiting Kristin, she let me try on her Archer shirt (we're about the same size) to check the fit in case I wanted to sew one up. She did the same with my weekend getaway blouse last October, lol. It was SOO nice to be able to know that this one would fit … [Read more...]

lotus pond geranium twirl dress

I am thrilled to be  a part of Rae's Lotus Pond fabric tour! She is the best, right?  I pretty much want to be just like her when I grow up. ANYwho. You've seen her gorgeous new line out and about the internets right? If not, it's called Lotus Pond, by Cloud Nine Fabrics. And it is wonderful. the colors are amazing, designs cute and quirky … [Read more...]

Charlotte’s plaid lizzy dress

Yay! one more Easter dress down, one to go! I'm waiting on some very special fabric for that one, hope it comes in time!  So let's talk about this one, shall we? I guess Charlotte got one more thing made for her during Kids Clothes Week! I grabbed this lightweight plaid fabric from Hancocks (same time I got Sadie's swiss dot), and thought it would … [Read more...]

KCW: Swiss dot Georgia twirl dress

First item of Kids Clothes Week finished! Sadie's Easter dress is done. hip hip hooray! what a relief! It's good to get that off my to do list. Oh wait. I have two more to go..... Better get a-sewin'. I made Shauna's Georgia Twirl dress  and I am in love. I always love me a good circle skirt, yet I always forget they are an option with … [Read more...]

pattern anthology just add jeans tour

You may have seen the awesomeness that is the new Pattern Anthology collection-4 knit top patterns for WOMEN! And they are all so cute and stylish. I had a tough time deciding which one to make, honestly! I might have to shamelessly copy Stef's Parisian top at a later date...I heart it SO much. I decided on the City Girl top (designed by … [Read more...]

oliver and s garden party dress

Have you guys seen the new spring patterns from Oliver and S? They're all adorable, and Liesl was nice enough to send me the Garden Party Dress pattern ahead of time to play around with! Of course, I was a bit of a slacker and just now sewed one up, but I wish I hadn't waited-it's FANTASTIC. I really loved this pattern. When I sew with Oliver and S … [Read more...]