Well, you have to be living under a rock in the Made for Mermaids Pattern Group on Facebook to have missed the first releases in their new Lounge & Lace Collection. The "Lace" patterns include the Mama Bridgette Bralette & Nightie (affiliate link) and the Mama Victoria Cheekies & Thong (affiliate link). Now is not … Continue reading Mama Stella: Made for Mermaids Lounge and Lace Collection
Whoa!?! Wait. What? Did I actually make woven trousers? Why, yes I did! I would guess that being able to make trousers or chinos is high up on the list for most sewists. I mean, what woman has had a pair of nicer pants that actually fit well? I have found a couple of curvy … Continue reading Ivy Trousers: Laela Jeyne Pattern Test
This holiday season has been a whirlwind for me. Over tired kids, a husband with the flu, and a ton of patients having surgery before the end of the year. All of this means my house is a disaster, I haven't had much sleep, and my sewing has pretty much been at a standstill. Fortunately, … Continue reading The Cassidy Sweater- Petite Stitchery & Co Pattern Test
Dolmans and raglans. Raglans and dolmans. Two of the most popular types of shirts found in the pdf sewing world. What happens when you combine the two? The RagDoll Raglan from Patterns for Pirates. (This post contains affiliate links.) The newest release from P4P is packed with options per usual. Half sleeve, 3/4 sleeve, and … Continue reading RagDoll Raglan: Patterns for Pirates Pattern Test
I always loved to see what wonderful creations Jessica from DIBY Club posted in the different sewing groups. I mean, who could forget the Star Wars modified Mama Joy when she was pregnant? When the opportunity came about to test the Adrianne, I jumped on the chance to work with Jessica. The Adrianne is designed … Continue reading The Adrianne: DIBY Club Pattern Test
Just when I think that I don't need another shirt pattern....who am I kidding??? I always need a new shirt pattern. Even better when there is a tunic and dress length option. Made for Mermaids is back at it with their newest releases: Mama Catherine, Catherine and Dolly Catherine. Mama Catherine is a yoke style … Continue reading Mama Catherine: Made for Mermaids Pattern Test
As sad as I am for warmer weather to end, I am pretty excited about all the new fall and winter patterns that are starting to release. This particular fall pattern has a special place in my heart as it was designed by one of my sewing world friends, Kelly from On Wednesdays We Sew. … Continue reading The Rory Dress and Skirt: Petite Stitchery & Co Pattern Test
The Wiggle Dress. It sure did lead to a lot of giggles in the testing group. This group of testers was phenomenal as far as the effort and the beauty that went into everyone's creations. The comments were both funny and empowering. It is amazing how self conscious we all can be, but sometimes it … Continue reading The Wiggle Dress: Patterns for Pirates Pattern Test
It's finally that time of year here in Tennessee. Time to layer up and sew all of those sweater knits. Made for Mermaids is making sure you are ready for fall with their newest release Mama Darcey (complete with the girl's Darcey and Dolly Darcey). Mama Darcey has all of your cardigan needs and even … Continue reading Mama Darcey: Made for Mermaids Pattern Test
Laela Jeyne Patterns has released their Fall Collection for 2017 with the theme of family photos. The collection includes several great new patterns, and I am bringing you my two versions of the Madeline Ballet Sweater today. My first version was made with a mystery lightweight sweater knit. I wish I could remember what online … Continue reading Madeline Wrap Sweater: Laela Jeyne Pattern Test
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