Happy Monday! Today I’m over at the Minerva Crafts Blog sharing my Constellation Pajamas, made with their Stof knit fabric. Check out all of the pattern details, hacks, and tips on installing a placket over there. Have a great day!
Jalie 2019 Patterns: Gisele Top and Simone Shorts
I am pleased to be participating in the Jalie Patterns 2019 Blog Tour for the release of 12 new patterns! Some designers like to produce and release one or two patterns at a time, all through the year. Jalie Patterns releases all of the patterns for the year in the spring. I have enjoyed seeing…
Yes, Wide Leg Pants Work for Petites!
You guys, I never knew wide leg pants could be a style that would work for petites. I was always a medium rise girl. I feel like the low rise has a tendency to push up the loose skin you’re left with after kids, (not to mention the risk of flashing a plumber’s crack). And…
Simplicity 8518: Plaid Pajama Pants
There is something really unnatural about taking blog photos in pajama pants in broad daylight. But if you were wearing this particular pair of lounge pants, you might be so comfy that you would forget the awkwardness! Lemme tell you about how they came to be… Long Rambling about Plaid Pajama Pants/ High School Pajama…
The Easy Leggings Pattern You’ve Always Wanted
I’ve sewn a lot of leggings patterns in the last few years but I’ve finally found my favorite easy pattern – the Clara Leggings by Jalie Patterns. I had some strikeoffs to sew for The Styled Magnolia and needed some leggings in a hurry! The seamless front is magic! I didn’t know such a thing…
Clara Wrap Top by Greenstyle Creations
Last month I had the opportunity to finish (and pattern test) my first Greenstyle Creations Pattern, the Clara Wrap Top. This pattern is part of the Sew Fab Sewing Pattern Bundle. Get 6 patterns for $4.50 each! Or buy more for even a bigger savings! If you buy all 9 patterns, they are only $4…
Stencil Revolution Product Review
Recently I had the opportunity to hone my fabric stenciling skills. I had forgotten I had these skills…they were hidden back in the far reaches of my 6 year old memory next to the slap sticks, hula hoops and trips to the zoo. I remember my mom or aunt using some special oil paints to…
Under Armour Raglans for the Whole Family
Sometimes I need a little late-winter pick me up, and this time it came in the form of fleeced-back Under Armour. Simply by Ti stocked this super soft activewear fabric last month, and I knew it would be perfect for the whole family. It’s still cold here most days and this fabric is really nice…
Hoodie Neck Binding Tutorial for Hey June Handmade
I’m tickled pink to be sharing my first post on the Hey June blog! You won’t want to miss my Hoodie Neck Binding TUTORIAL for the Halifax Hoodie. I also talk about the unique details I added to this zipped hoodie. What are you waiting for?! Head on over to the post —> here.
Raspberry Creek Swim Tour
I rarely pass up an opportunity to sew swimwear, so when Paisley Roots invited me to participate in the Raspberry Creek Swim Tour, I said yes! I love any time I get to use Raspberry Creek Fabric – they have great customer service, the shipping is fast, and their custom prints are so cute! The…
Girls Jean Skirt with Adjustable Waistband
I’m really excited to share with you a project I made over 7 months ago, a jeans skirt using the Linden Skirt Pattern by Sew A Little Seam. This unisex pattern has with options for shorts or a skirt. The Womens’ Linden Skirt is great, too – you can find my tester version here. I used…
Cora Tights
I’ve made quite a few Jalie patterns, but had never tried their leggings patterns. When I got my hands on this double sided poly/lycra jersey from The Styled Magnolia, I decided the Cora Tights were happening! Cora Tights – Sized Up First of all…these tights are great for color-blocking, and perfect for my two-toned fabric…