2018 Spring Patterns Review
I’m starting to have a weird love/hate relationship with patterns. I’m a pattern sewists, sure I draft somethings, but I’ve found most things I dream up or see and want … Continue reading 2018 Spring Patterns Review
Tag: Simplicity
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
Simplicity Spring 2018 Release
Sometimes I do these release reviews, sometimes I don’t. In full transparency this post id due to the fact I don’t have a project to share today, but I did … Continue reading Simplicity Spring 2018 Release
A look back at 2017
I don’t always write a end of the year recap post, but I’ve made several pieces that I just love in 2017. Let me share them with you! I started … Continue reading A look back at 2017
Simplicity 2017 Fall Release
I tend to only do these pattern release reviews when I love a new collection and this is true for this years fall release from Simplicity. This year marks Simplicity’s … Continue reading Simplicity 2017 Fall Release
Simplicity 8264: A Fabric Mart Guest Post
Can you believe how fast summer is flying by? It’s almost Labor Day! So despite the fact that it has been insanely hot here in the southeast and will likely … Continue reading Simplicity 8264: A Fabric Mart Guest Post
The Perfect Tunic: Simplicity 8295
One of my coworkers and repeat customer wanted a classic tunic style top. I showed her a couple of options and she selected Simplicity 8295, pointing out that she preferred … Continue reading The Perfect Tunic: Simplicity 8295
What I’ve Sewn: 2017 Second Quarter Recap
This quarter I’ve sewn up 14 different projects for myself and others! Wanna see what I made?
My Recap: 6th Annual Mimi G Conference
Read all about my amazing LA Trip to the Mimi G Style Conference. I had a great time hanging out with my sew sisters.
What’s up next?
Here’s what next on my sewing table.
Camouflage Hi Lo Tank Top: Simplicity 1167
This fabric should look familiar as I’ve already sewn a t-shirt out of it, here. I purchased two yards of this camouflage rayon jersey from LA Finch Fabrics so I had … Continue reading Camouflage Hi Lo Tank Top: Simplicity 1167
Weekend Pattern Haul
Joann had a great pattern sale this weekend with McCalls, Vogue and Simplicity pattern on sale! I certainly hope you took advantage of it because I sure did! I will … Continue reading Weekend Pattern Haul
My Suduko Wardrobe Contest Entry
My entire spring sudoku wardrobe is based off of the Asian Floral Multi print fabric I purchased from Joann. This collection features a variety of pieces that are perfect for spring.
Black Slim Pants: Simplicity 1019
Whew! I’m nearing the finish line of this Suduko Wardrobe Contest. These pants from Mimi G for Simplicity pattern 1019 is piece #5 of 10. This contest was a great way … Continue reading Black Slim Pants: Simplicity 1019
Cropped Wide Leg Pants – Simplicity 8093
Four bottoms are needed for a Suduko wardrobe. I had specific plans for one block (that’s coming next week) and I knew one would be jeans (because…jeans). Leggings, or slim … Continue reading Cropped Wide Leg Pants – Simplicity 8093
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
July Fabric Mart Post: Seersucker in Summer
Check out my monthly blog post at Fabric Mart’s Fabricista Blog. This month I created another summer dress out of a designer seersucker from Fabric Mart. Read all about my … Continue reading July Fabric Mart Post: Seersucker in Summer
Mimi G 2016 Conference: Day 2
Day 2 of the conference was a very full day so let jump to it. Check out my last post to read all about Day 1 of the conference. I … Continue reading Mimi G 2016 Conference: Day 2
Little White Dress: Fabric Mart
This blog is cross posted on Fabric Mart Fabricista Blog. Check out rest of the Fabricista team and their creations here. Today is the official start of summer! It has actually … Continue reading Little White Dress: Fabric Mart
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
