Pattern: Simplicity 8268 Pattern Description: Easy-to-sew knit joggers for the entire family. Pattern is sized for adults, teens and children. Sizing: XS-L (kids) , XS-XL (adults) I sewed a kids small Difficulty: 2/easy Fabric Used: Gray ponte remnant Does it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope? Yes Were the instructions easy to follow? Very […]
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Week 1 Challenge: Analogous Colors
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I’m apart of season 23!
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How cute are these pj’s for Miss Socialite? She picked the fabric and buttons.
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Twinning dress
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I’m so pleased to have had another opportunity to test a ModKid* pattern! My prior experiences with both the Leilani Romper/Dress and Wren Dress and Crop Top have been great. I’ve also purchased the Annika Sweater but haven’t had a chance to review it. Back to my latest review of the newly released Spring Break* Shorts. I love them and…
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I had the pleasure of testing Jennuine’s Skiff Tee pattern (here) which Miss Socialite really likes. So when Jenn was looking sewists to test the Skiff Tee Dress Expansion I just about leaped at the opportunity. The Skiff Dress expansion pack is designed to be used along with the original tee pattern (but can be…
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One of my favorite parts of pattern testing is sharing newly released patterns with you. And this time is no different, I’m pleased to share with you the Skiff Tee by Jennuine Design*. The Skiff Tee is a fun nod to the seaman’s Breton sweaters of France. The basic shape is a wide bateau neckline…
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Miss Socialite, like most little girls (and many women), loves this trend of reversible (or mermaid) sequins. I bought her a reversible sequin tablet case and now she wants sequin storage boxes and pillows for her room. So of course when Joann started carrying this reversible sequin fabric I knew I had to make something…
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Miss socialite loves joggers. It’s just her “thing”. Joggers and houndstooth and plaid…she has a new found love for anything plaid! I’m not sure where that came from, but hey I’m a print lover so I’m not mad at her. LOL She has been begging me for more joggers after I self drafted a pair. She’s outgrown…
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The fall season is definitely upon us and the winter is quickly approaching. During these chilly/cold months I love to feel comfy and warm but I still want to look casual chic. Lets face it – the comfiest outfits aren’t always cute. Thankfully McCalls released M7688 just it time to provide four different “fashionable” takes…
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Not sure why I never got around to sharing this look, but better late than never. After first trying liverpool knit from Finch Fabrics to make McCalls 7046 I fell in love with it. Apparently so did Miss Socialite because she wanted to know when I was going to make her something with it. I…
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What a great dress for babies to tweens from Suco by Susana.
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I jumped at the chance to be a tester for the Wren Tank Dress + Crop Top pattern by Modkid because I love a 2-n-1 outfit. The dress can be worn alone or with this adorable crop top. The dress features a knit bodice for easy pull on wear while the gathered skirt and crop…
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This quarter I’ve sewn up 14 different projects for myself and others! Wanna see what I made?
Read MoreI had the opportunity to test the Leilani pattern from ModKid thanks to Sewing Portfolios! Isn’t it the cutest? Leilani comes in girls (2T to 8/9) and tween sizes (10-18). As a bonus the tween 14, 16 and 18 equals a women’s XS, S, M. Matching mommy and me or sisters outfits, anyone? Both sizes…
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Here’s a sneak peak of Call Ajaire’s newest pattern, Crossroads Girls Dress.
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I was glad to accept Eryn’s invite to participate in this blog tour. Eryn is the fashion, sewing and lifestyle blogger behind SewStyleMe. If you don’t follow her already, you should! This Anitra Jumpsuit* is her latest pattern release. This jumpsuit features a dramatic drop crotch gathered pant, wide neckline, elastic waist and side pockets.…
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I’ve completed and blogged about 15 sewing projects so far in 2017!
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I had the great idea back in the fall of 2016 to sew a matching set of bomber jackets. I mentioned it in my Fall/Winter To Sew List post. Bomber jackets are always in style but they are definitely on trend right now! The options for bomber jackets are endless! First the fabric choices; satin, knits, suede, velvet,…
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