Feeling fancy? I knew when I saw the line drawing of this neckline that it could make any fabric look fancy. When I heard it had a circle skirt I was even more sure I needed to sew it up. Manhattan by New Horizons I love circle skirts. Cutting on the double fold and no
When I signed up for this test, I didn’t realize how much fun I was going to have with the pattern. Ellie and Mac has really been keeping me interested with some color block coolness. Everywhere dress is a great scrap buster too. For this one, I used some leftover black scuba on the yoke
I get a lot of feedback from people that I am super creative. So not true. I sew, I blog, I take photos, sure. I do creative things. But I do them by the book and copy inspirations I see. When I do mash a pattern, I am super proud of myself. But even
Happy Birthday/Anniversary to George and Ginger Patterns! This amazing fashion-forward company is three years old! I participated in the Ginger Dress re-release for the anniversary. It’s so not my usual style, but it’s beautiful! I am so into this dress. A lot of times, I sew up a dress and immediately throw out the
What a busy time of year! During the holidays I have less sewing time than ever but I always want a new outfit for each event. So you know Mamma Can Do It Adalynn is my go-to for a quick sew that is perfect for all occasions! I made this one on a work night! The double
I made my first Seamingly Smitten pattern and I’m smitten! This is the Joelene turtle neck dress. I love how simple this dress is! It’s a super quick sew and the turtle neck is so perfect for Fall. This version is french terry from Elevated Fashion Fabrics. Below is ponte from The Fab Clique Fabric
Melbourne Dress by Peek-a-Boo Last year for the Marine Corps Birthday Ball I wanted a new dress to wear. I wore my black Wiggle the year before so I wanted something different. Since this would be my first time making the pattern and it’s special occasion fabric, I decided to make a muslin. I used
George and Ginger has gone over the top again and we all love it! After getting back from her runway show at New York Fashion week, Kristi is making a winter collection for us! The first pattern is the Lively top/dress. It has a lined bodice, gathered skirt, huge bell sleeves and attractive gathered features
Let me get right to the point. This is the “To The Point” tunic/dress from Ellie and Mac. I’m a total cat lady so this fabric is perfect and I wanted to show it off as much as possible. The pointed hem lets me show off this purrrfectly centered kitty cat. The fabric is double
Happy Halloween! Or as I like to call it, Sewing Superbowl! This is the day to show off your skills! This year I am going as Ms. Frizzle from the classic 90’s PBS tv show, Magic School Bus! I found the fabric way back in July on a pre-order from Peek-a-boo Fabric Shop. It’s really
