Someone please invite me to a fancy event. ASAP. Why you ask? Because Patterns for Pirates just released a gorgeous dress, the Gala Gown. Okay, okay. I won't have anywhere fancy to go anytime soon, but this pattern can be dressed up or down depending on options selected and fabric chosen. The bodice is fully … Continue reading Gala Gown: Patterns for Pirates Pattern Test
One of the things I look forward to the most with the changing seasons is to see what great new fabric bases everyone is sewing with. When I first came onto the sewing scene, it was liverpool. Then, it was double brushed poly. Each season comes a new fabric craze and this season seems to … Continue reading Fall Sewing in Full Swing with Raspberry Creek Fabrics
Well, summer has came and went. There were so many sewing projects but very little blog time. As the boys get older and more involved, I will have to become more creative in time management to allow for both sewing and blogging. All that to say that I am happy to be back on the … Continue reading Twist Back Top: Patterns for Pirates Pattern Test
Made for Mermaids Women's Jordan I wish I could say that I get to spend time perusing Pinterest for all of the latest trends in fashion, but that is definitely not the case. So I rely on the PDF sewing world to keep me up to date each season on what I should be adding … Continue reading Women’s Jordan: Made for Mermaids Pattern Test
Thank goodness for online fabric shops, especially shops you have learned to love and trust for good quality fabrics. As much as I love just making a quick run to the fabric store, I love getting the email that my fabric has been delivered. And then running home from work as fast as I can … Continue reading Fabric Shop Highlight: Raspberry Creek Fabrics
It's Wacky Wednesday time over at Ellie and Mac once again! The Tulip Dress and Tunic (affiliate link) is one of the stylish patterns on sale for only $1. I purchased the pattern last time it was on Wacky Wednesday because I love the style. However, I do not typically wear form fitting dresses. This … Continue reading Ellie and Mac Tulip Dress
Jamie. I don't know about you, but I automatically think James Alexander Malcolm MacKenzie Fraser. Yep. Big Outlander fan here. I haven't made a plaid Women's Jamie poncho yet like Megan Thoman, but her version screams Outlander. And yes, I will have a plaid one very soon. Now, I have never been a poncho wearer. … Continue reading Women’s Jamie: Made for Mermaids Pattern Test
I hate the cold weather. But I love all things cold weather sewing: sweater knits, layers, and hoodies. Lots and lots of hoodies. Last year I was obsessed with adding cowl necks to all of my outer layers. But this is the year of the hoodie. Made for Mermaids is making all of my … Continue reading Hudson Hoodie: Made for Mermaids Pattern Test
I can't tell you how many times I watched Clueless after it came out on video. I am pretty sure we rented it a million times on VHS. Even though I was more tomboy than girlie girl, I couldn't help but to be jealous of Cher's closet full of designer clothes. Fast forward 23 years. … Continue reading Clueless Collection Part 1: Made for Mermaids Pattern Tests
In the south, school started back in early August thanks to a modified year round schedule. But I am here today as a part of the Sly Fox Fabrics Back to School Sewing Celebration. Each day this month we are putting forth our best B2S inspiration using beautiful Sly Fox Fabrics. Today is my turn to … Continue reading Sly Fox Fabrics Back to Sewing Celebration
I seriously do not know how they do it. Every time I declare that a certain Made for Mermaids pattern is my favorite, they come out with my new favorite. The Women's Sierra is no different. I love this pattern. I love the cut outs. The flutter sleeves. The high low maxi skirt. Perfection. I … Continue reading Women’s Sierra: Made for Mermaids Pattern Test
After my recent swimwear sews and the new Patterns for Pirates So Classic Sundress release, I needed something quick yet satisfying to sew. The Made for Mermaids Women's Avery was just the project I was looking for. This fun, twist back tank is a surprising fast sew. Forget about back to school sewing. I … Continue reading Women’s Avery: Made for Mermaids Pattern Test
I have been knee deep in swim fabric for a few weeks now, and I have loved every minute of it!! Okay, well maybe not every minute of it because no project is complete without a little time spent seam ripping. Made for Mermaids is adding big time to their Mermaid Shores Collection with the … Continue reading Mermaids Shores Alexandria and Mama Roxy: Made for Mermaids Pattern Test
It seems like just yesterday I was sewing hoodies and long sleeve tops. But yep, school is almost out for the summer here in the south. So bring on tank tops, swimsuits, and shorts sewing. To better prepare everyone for summer, Ellie and Mac is sponsoring a month long Get Ready for Summer Blog Tour. … Continue reading Ellie and Mac Get Ready for Summer Blog Tour
I don't miss out on too many Made for a Mermaids Pattern tests. I was sad that I had to miss out on the Women's Naomi because of a busy work and baseball schedule. Fortunately though, Team Mermaid followed up the first dress in the Resort Collection with the new Women's Felicity Swing Top and … Continue reading Women’s Felicity: Made for Mermaids Pattern Test
It's never too early to start thinking about summertime! And nothing gets me going for summer more than sewing my own swimsuits. Call me strange because, yes, sewing swimsuits is my absolute favorite! I am thrilled to be a part of the Suit up for Summer Swim Tour with Raspberry Creek Fabrics. I was terrified … Continue reading Suit up for Summer Raspberry Creek Fabrics Swim Tour
Out of all of the things I have made myself, my husband was impressed with this one. He walked into the bedroom one night while I was taking fit pictures (for those unfamiliar with the term "fit pictures" it simply is a way pattern designers term pictures during the testing process to show how a … Continue reading The Unity Bra: Petite Stitchery & Co Pattern Test
