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A Simple Way to get that Oversized Look – Pattern Hack
I don’t think I am alone when I say this, but I love a good “oversized” top. I am a stay at home mom of 5 kids and although I do try to look put together most days, I also have to be comfortable. So even though I do not always love all of the current fashion trends, I am onboard when it comes to the oversized shirt trends. So if you are like me and like a slightly oversized, comfy shirt, I want to tell you a quick and easy way to hack your pattern to get that desired look. The more traditional way to adjust the width/length of…
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Fisterra Dress by Itch to Stitch
Well, I am back after taking a few months off from pattern testing. Life has just been busy and pattern testing takes a pretty big chunk of time, so it just haven’t made it a priority. However, when I saw the testing call for the Fisterra pattern, I knew I needed to make the time! Kennis, the designer behind Itch to Stitch, really is one of the most pattern designers I have come across. The pattern construction is always top notch and the fit is almost always spot on, even in the first version of the test. She is very talented. So with that said, I would like to introduce…
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2022 Suit Up for Summer with Raspberry Creek Fabrics
It is one of my favorite weeks of the year! The Suit up for Summer Blog Tour!! I don’t know if I was more excited for this week, or my kids 🙂 They love Raspberry Creek Fabric so much! And I love getting pictures of them in their coordinating suits! I do want to add a quick note… we have been lucky enough to be apart of the “Suit up for Summer” Blog tour for 3 years now, but this is the first time we have been able to take pictures in our own backyard!! We moved over a year ago and one of our big projects for the new…
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Oversized Arlington Sweater by Love Notions
Hello Everyone!! This is my first post in a long time! As the first month of 2022 is coming to an end, I decided it was about time to get going on my New Year Resolutions 🙂 I have missed my blog and I have missed documenting my latest makes. So, I know it will not be perfect, but I am excited to get this going again!! So, without further ado, let me tell you about my latest make… the Oversized Arlington Sweater by Love Notions. I received this gorgeous Slub Rib Knit fabric from Mily Mae Fabrics and I knew that I wanted to make something that would showcase…
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2021 Suit Up for Summer with Raspberry Creek Fabrics
What an amazing week it has been! I have been incredibly inspired by all of the talented sewists that contributed to the blog tour. Raspberry Creek Fabrics has so many amazing swim prints this year in summer collection, and I want to make them all! But before I start making all the plans and buying all of the fabric, let’s talk about the suits I already did sew up 🙂 For the first time ever I made 4 coordinating swimsuits for my 4 youngest kids!! I am sure they will never all 4 wear them at the same time again, so I had to be sure to grab several group…
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Pixie Tee by Chalk and Notch
This is going to be short and sweet, but I really want to share my latest make with everyone, because I feel like a real-loved t-shirt deserves a little shout-out 🙂 The Pixie Tee from Chalk and Notch is a wardrobe stable for me. I love the relaxed, boxy fit. It is perfect for my everyday life as a stay-at-home mom. I am one who has to “get ready” for the day, even if I am not going anywhere, it just makes me feel better and motivates me to accomplish more during the day. However, even though I want to put on make-up and do my hair, I usually opt…
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Suit Up for Summer with Raspberry Creek
Summer is just around the corner, and with all of this indoor time we have had lately, I can definitely say I am ready to hit the pool! I think Raspberry Creek Fabrics’ “Suit up for Summer” blog tour is coming at the perfect time! Many of us are dreaming of fun pool parties or days at the beach where we can enjoy warm weather and maybe even get to hang out with a few friends 😉 The Raspberry Creek Fabrics has an amazing swim suit fabric line-up this year! I had such a hard time deciding on the fabrics I wanted to use, since I loved them all, but…
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My Favorite Sewing Tools for Beginners
Hello Everyone! You may not know this, but in my free time, I teach small group sewing classes in my home. With Christmas quickly approaching, I am often asked about my favorite sewing tools. It is no secret that I love Amazon, so I will include the Amazon links to the products that we use in sewing class, but you can buy many of these same products at Jo-Ann Fabrics, Wal-Mart, or any of your local craft stores. Sewing Machine Okay, let’s first start with the sewing machine. There are so many options out there, but for my classes we use the Brother CS6000i. However, that machine is hard to…
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Gobi Culottes by Itch to Stitch
I love finding those patterns that push you out of your comfort zone and challenge you, both with the construction and the style! Itch to Stitch patterns always impress me with the fit and construction and the Gobi Culottes are no exception! The finishes are gorgeous and the details make you feel like a pro 🙂 The Gobi Culottes pattern was originally drafted to hit right above the knees, but the pattern explains how to lengthen the pattern to make them any length. I decide to add 18″ and make them ankle length for a fun Fall look. As for Fabric I went with a Linen/Rayon Blend from JoAnn Fabrics.…
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Pattern Mashup: Lisa and Kimberly Dress Patterns by Athina Kakou
I am here today to show you my latest make, and it just might be my new favorite dress! I did a pattern mashup with the Lisa Dress Pattern and the Kimberly Dress Pattern. Both patterns are by Athina Kakou. Both patterns have their similarities, and they work very well together. The Lisa Dress has a V-neckline, an A-line skirt, bodice darts and 2 sleeve options (sleeveless or scalloped cap sleeve. The Kimberly Dress also has a V-neckline and bodice darts, but it has a circle skirt and either short sleeves or long sleeves. For this project I knew I needed sleeves and that I wanted the A-line skirt, as…
