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Make Your Own Joggers
Joggers have made a comeback! All you have to do is attend your local college sports event or walk the aisles of TargetĀ and you’ll witness a veritable Joggers Fashion Show!
I was recently given a chance to try the M is for Moto Joggers sewing pattern by a new designer, Hatchings Patterns. Elizabeth asked me to join a blogging tour to get the word out about the pattern and I had a great time making several pairs. You can see Read More...
Create This Look – Navy Cotton Tweed
Hey everyone! I hope last week was awesome & you have been able to enjoy some awesome fall weather! This week I was inspired by the “Once Upon A Thyme Coat In Midnight” from ModCloth. I figured since coat season is approaching or upon us, you should have something to add to your looks instead of just covering them up.
The pattern I chose for this look is M7058 by Mccalls. I recommend using View E. This View includes a Read More...
Create This Look – Scalloped Lace – Royal
Good Morning! This week I was inspired by the “Bedecked In Deco Top” from ModCloth. I am excited to show you how to combine both our scalloped lace and our new-ish 2 Tone Chiffons. Unfortunately ModCloth is again sold out of this particular top. I apologize, this seems to be happening a lot lately.Ā Most of the timeĀ I pull the pictures in advance, & they end up selling out before I have a chance write up the post. š
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The Paulina Raglan
Hi all! I was invited last month to help another designer celebrate her anniversary, Kennis ofĀ Itch to Stitch.* If you’re drawnĀ toward classic elegance, you’ll want to check out Itch to Stitch patterns! Over the last year, Kennis has released 10 patterns includingĀ shorts, tops and dresses – and since I had just finishedĀ a dress, I thought a top would be a nice change of pace. ThinkingĀ on to my fall wardrobe, I chose to hack the Paulina* pattern.
The Paulina top is Read More...
Create This Look – Modern Lavender Toile Polished Cotton + Challenge!!
Hello & Welcome Back to Create This Look! This week I’ve decided to try something a little different. At the end of this post you will be asked to complete a challenge.Ā What is it you ask?… well you’ll just have to wait & see! ;D
My inspiration for this week is the “Folks & Dreams Dress” from ModCloth. Now the print on this dress is super fun.Ā Anything with furry woodland creatures is bound to catch my attention, though.
I have been Read More...
Create This Look – Dino Chambray
Happy Monday Guys! I am super excited about the look this week! I think it will be a hit with you teachers too. This week’s outfit was inspired by the “Dino My Gosh Dress in Pine” from ModCloth.
Now I am aware the fabric looks nothing like the print on the dress, but this lightweight printed chambray is just to cute! I couldn’t resist!
The pattern I chose is M6923Ā by Mccalls. I was surprised that I couldn’t find a pattern that Read More...
Create This Look – Aqua & Coral Southwestern Stripe Chiffon
This weeks Create This Look was inspired by the “Limelight As A Feather Dress” from ModCloth. I am sad to report that ModCloth no longer carries this dress… so you’ll just have to make it. ;D
I chose three different fabrics to create this adorable dress. The first fabric, for the bodice, is an awesome southwestern stripe chiffon. I really like the colors in this chiffon, they are so bright and fresh.
The second fabric I chose for this skirt, is Read More...
Create This Look – Small Black Floral Rayon
Good Morning everyone! This week I was inspired by the “Custard Stand In Awe Top In Black Floral” from ModCloth. Unfortunately they no longer carry this floral, but they do have the same top in a polkadot print.
The pattern I chose is S1113 by Simplicity. This pattern comes with a variety of options, including sheer inserts. I recommend using view B, with or without the insert. According to ModCloth, the polkadot top they have in stock is made of Read More...
Glitter Chiffon Maxi Dress
Hi this is Jaime again from MadeByJaime. A few weeks back, Caitlin posted this Glitter Chiffon as a part of the weekly Create This Look post, and I couldn’t get it out of my mind!
I was gearing up to beĀ a part of a Blog Tour this week as a part of a PDF Pattern Designer’s One Year Anniversary. Kimberly Payne of Straight Stitch DesignsĀ had asked us to participate by taking one of her patterns and “hacking it.” We were Read More...
Create This Look – Dark Denim Chambray with Diamonds
Good Morning! I was inspired by the “Teaching Classy Dress in Navy Dots” from ModCloth this week. The name of the dress also reminded me of all the teachers out there searching for outfits to wear for the new school year.
I was lucky enough to find a pattern that matched our inspiration look, almost exactly. Its from the New Look Collection by Simplicity 6144. This structured style dressĀ allows you to show off your feminine figure & hide those flaws Read More...