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Zippy Pouch for Toy Organization
I trust you had a very Merry Christmas wherever you are. We had a great time with family and the kids got some new toys they are excited about! My son was kind enough to pass down his Leapster Explorer to my daughter since he’s kind of outgrown it so we alerted the family members and they gifted her some games, a plug-in adapter, charger, etc. I saw right away this was going to be difficult to keep track Read More...
Winter Sweaters and Applique Tutorial
This week’s post is a day late because I’m participating in a Pattern Tour! If you’d like details about the pattern used for the sweaters I’m about to show you, be sure to head on over to the JaimeSews blog, but you’ll want to hang around here for some tips using fleece and a tutorial for applying simple applique to your project!
The kids and I are lucky enough to live close to F&M Fabrics’ brick & mortar, but thefabricmarket.com has some great Read More...
Wardrobe Staple | Self-Drafted Basic Skirt
Have you ever tried your hand at pattern drafting? As 2017 ended, a few of my friends from the Instagram Sewing Community decided to get together (virtually) and work through Cal Patch’s book, Draft It Yourself Clothes: Patternmaking Simplified.
The basic concept of the book is to create a basic pattern (skirt, t-shirt, woven shirt, pants and dress) that fits you perfectly. After getting the basic pattern right, you then use Cal Patch’s instructions to draft different styles using the Read More...
The Together Tank – Knits & Wovens
Let’s all be honest – most of our modern closets are full of knit fabrics. From leggings, to t-shirts and easy knit swing dresses, most of us love the comfort and forgiveness of knits. However, garments made from woven fabrics are usually more formal, more appropriate for business casual or occasions a little fancier than every day. This Together Tank is the best of both worlds!
The front of this tank top is made from a woven fabric, appropriate for Cotton, Linen, Read More...
The Paulina Raglan
Hi all! I was invited last month to help another designer celebrate her anniversary, Kennis of Itch to Stitch.* If you’re drawn toward classic elegance, you’ll want to check out Itch to Stitch patterns! Over the last year, Kennis has released 10 patterns including shorts, tops and dresses – and since I had just finished a dress, I thought a top would be a nice change of pace. Thinking on to my fall wardrobe, I chose to hack the Paulina* pattern.
The Paulina top is Read More...
The Brooklynn Twirl Top – Knits & Wovens
Last week I was given the opportunity to test a new pattern by Little 4 Awhile, The Brooklynn Twirl Top.
The patterns from Little 4 Awhile are intended to be used for upcycling existing t-shirts into adorable ruffled shirts & dresses. I had picked up this Paul Frank/Julius Jr. knit a few weeks back and thought it was my best bet at getting my non-frilly girl interested in this top.
The Brooklynn Twirl Top pattern includes a bodice piece with instructions for cutting strips for the Read More...
The best fabrics for newborn baby photography
Newborn baby photography is incredibly popular with parents, capturing beautiful memories they can hold onto forever. Taking creative and professional pictures with a newborn is quite an art and one that requires carefully selected props and backdrops to add depth to the photos and get a more personal experience. Fabrics are often featured in newborn photography and are great for creating a soft, relaxing environment for the baby to drift off Read More...
Thanksgiving & Fall Fabric Collections
Just in time for the Fall and my personal favorite holiday Thanksgiving, we have received a huge shipment of Thanksgiving and Fall fabrics.
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Teal Alphabet Zippy Top
Is it fall where you are? Here in Central California, it’s still pretty warm for late October. We’re lucky if it’s down to 75 degrees at Thanksgiving! During this transitional time, poly prints like this fun Teal Alphabet fabric are perfect for easy to wear garments that are wash and wear.
This Zippy Top pattern by See Kate Sew makes wonderful use of this print and it is a quick & easy sew. If you’ve never worked with downloadable PDF patterns before, Read More...