Bold Striped Duster: Simplicity 8546
I love the style of shirtdresses, but I very rarely wear them. For one they are usually made with cotton fabric and I hate to iron (which is one of … Continue reading Bold Striped Duster: Simplicity 8546
Category: Jacket
Window Pane Cape: McCalls 6209
I knew I had to have this window pane ponte knit from Fabric Mart as soon as I saw it. My only question was which of the three color ways … Continue reading Window Pane Cape: McCalls 6209
Houndstooth Wrap Cardigan : McCalls 7262
I’ve made this pattern three times, but this is the first one for me!
Winter (Navy) Blues: Made by a Fabricista Guest Post
I’m so excited to share my latest project with you, because this Clare coat is my very first *REAL* coat.
Madeline Ballet Sweater by Laela Jeyne
I had the pleasure to test the Madeline Ballet Sweater from Laela Jeyne Patterns newly released “Family Photos” collection. This sweater is a versatile layering piece you’ll want to add … Continue reading Madeline Ballet Sweater by Laela Jeyne
Pattern Review’s Sewing Bee Round 3
Statement vs Classic Bomber. This reversible bomber jacket does dual duty switching from a bold colorful standout piece to a familiar timeless staple. My Round 3 entry for Pattern Review’s Sewing Bee.
What I’ve sewn – 2017 first quarter recap
I’ve completed and blogged about 15 sewing projects so far in 2017!
Quilted Floral Knit Bomber – McCalls 7100
In my Fall/Winter To Sew List I told y’all I was in love with bomber jackets. I had started three at the time of that post. I have since completed those … Continue reading Quilted Floral Knit Bomber – McCalls 7100
Twinning: Ankara Bombers FAIL
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 … Continue reading Twinning: Ankara Bombers FAIL
Striped Duster – Fabricista Post
Have you ever run out to buy a pattern with the intention to make it right away, but then you get side tracked and days become weeks that become months? … Continue reading Striped Duster – Fabricista Post
Mandala Duster – Simplicity 8059
**Special Announcement** I’m very excited to announce that I am now a Fabric Mart Fabricista!!! This means each month I will be bringing you a look created from fabric from … Continue reading Mandala Duster – Simplicity 8059
Lumberjack Plaid Coat – Butterick 6244
I’m usually not one to make a pattern more than once. After all there are so many beautiful patterns out there, I should know I have over 100 (I don’t … Continue reading Lumberjack Plaid Coat – Butterick 6244
Plaid Color Block Cape – New Look 6324
Plaid Color Block Cape NL6324 I think I am obsessed with capes. LOL I made two caped dress (see TipStitched) last year and now I have finally made an outerwear … Continue reading Plaid Color Block Cape – New Look 6324
A Look Back
*New year, New Layout! Let me know what you think of the new look in the comments below* Looking back 2015 was a pretty busy year. I started taking this blog … Continue reading A Look Back
Camel Draped Collar Coat – Butterick 6244
I made Butterick 6244 as one piece of my 3-Piece Wardrobe entry in the Fabric Mart Fabricista Challenge. Read more about my complete look here. In this post I’m simply going to share … Continue reading Camel Draped Collar Coat – Butterick 6244
February Projects / My Travel Wardrobe Contest Submission
Although I have certainly had some #FAILS I’m proud of what I have been able to accomplish in just about a year of sewing. I’ve made dresses, skirts, tops, pants, … Continue reading February Projects / My Travel Wardrobe Contest Submission
