I had prepped for KCWC by cutting out a bunch of Go To Leggings (affiliate link) for Ava while Kristin was here last weekend...and then later spent an afternoon sewing them up, and then fighting the urge to cut out and sew more. (darn halloween costumes needing to be sewn and all). I have to applaud Andrea again (and again...)for this amazing … [Read more...]
PJ pant tutorial for birch fabrics-with free one size pattern!
October 21, 2013 By 16 Comments
I am so very excited to be here with a fun tutorial for these comfy PJ pants for Birch Fabrics! They sent me some amazing Charley Harper organic flannel, which is so soft and lovely to work with. Charlotte and I had a blast designing some fun cuffs and button tabs for the bottom of the pant-adjustable as well for if your kids grow straight up … [Read more...]
scallop baby quilt
October 18, 2013 By 19 Comments
Whew. This quilt had a ton of piecing! I loved the scallops though and I had to make it happen. Even through seam ripping a whole row. (the worst EVER! #quiltingproblems) I made it happen because it was for a dear, dear friend who means a lot to me. So anyways! I used my drunkard's path die from Accuquilt to cut all my pieces (it took about a … [Read more...]
weekend getaway blouse
October 16, 2013 By 17 Comments
I was beyond excited when I got an email from Liesl (yes THE Liesl of Oliver and S fame), last week asking if I wanted to sew up one of their newest women's patterns. Uhhh...ye-ah. Of course I did! I chose to sew up the Weekend Getaway blouse, which I am sorta in love with. I used some rayon (which I can't remember where I got-that just goes to … [Read more...]
olivia pattern tour-sew a straight line
October 15, 2013 By 1 Comment
Today's fabulous guest is Sabra from Sew a Straight Line! She is an amazing seamstress, MAKES HER OWN JEANS, hilarious to boot, and made a AWEsome Olivia dress-I mean, just check out that fabric. It totally reminds me of Fantasyland at Disneyland...right? Adorable. See more over on her blog! She's also giving away a copy of the pattern so don't … [Read more...]
Olivia tester round up!
October 14, 2013 By 3 Comments
I had the BEST testers for my Olivia top and dress pattern! They gave fantastic feedback and were so quick and helpful. I couldn't have done it without them! Thanks so much ladies! Here's a round up of all their cuteness-and best of all, I'm having a pattern tour, starting tomorrow! So excited to see what these other talented bloggers did with the … [Read more...]
Charlotte’s granny square quilt (and a quilting discount!)
October 9, 2013 By 6 Comments
SO. Charlotte's epic (-ly long- taking quilt) is finished! I'm really excited about how this one finished up, and she's really excited to have it on her bed. It is pretty darn cozy, can't blame her there. The tutorial I used was this one, and sheesh those blocks were a ton of work, but so cute. I used a mix of vintage feedsack … [Read more...]
flannel fanfare nightgowns
October 2, 2013 By 17 Comments
I'm so psyched to share with you a new fabric line today! and a fun pattern as well! Rae, of Made by Rae fame, has once again struck gold with her gorgeous new line of flannels from Cloud 9 Fabrics, called Fanfare! It's 100% organic cotton, whimsical and fun and perfect for children/baby projects! The line features adorable … [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...]