This has been the longest first three months of 2020. I doubt I am the only one looking forward to summer time. No better way to cue those summer vibes than diving into some fresh Raspberry Creek CLUB swim prints as a part of the Suit Up for Summer 2020 Tour. Raspberry Creek swim … Continue reading Suit Up for Summer 2020 with Raspberry Creek Fabrics
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Suit up for Summer Raspberry Creek Fabrics Swim Tour
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
Pirate-Mermaid Swimsuit Mash Up
Hoarding. We all do it. We hold onto those fabrics that we just can't quite cut into yet because they are too pretty. We hold onto trendy fabrics that we bought because everyone else bought it too, even though it's not exactly our style. And we definitely hoard scraps because you never know when those … Continue reading Pirate-Mermaid Swimsuit Mash Up
Mama Catherine and Mama Mya Pattern Hack
Long story short. My mom and I walked into a dressing room in Kohl's. There hung the cutest tunic with a twisted neckline. I tried it on, and it was love. We went out to find out if it was on sale. It turns out this cute "tunic" was actually a dress from the Junior's … Continue reading Mama Catherine and Mama Mya Pattern Hack
Petite Stitchery & Co Cassidy Sweater Hack
My last blog post shared my tester version of the Petite Stitchery Cassidy Sweater. The sweater has a beautiful cross back, but it can also be worn in reverse with the cross in the front. I had a hard time deciding which way I liked best. Solution to the problem? How about hacking it to … Continue reading Petite Stitchery & Co Cassidy Sweater Hack
Raglan Patch Fall Tunic: A Pattern Hack
Every now and then I see a picture in one of the Facebook sewing groups and think, "Yep. I need to make that." Well, this happened recently when my sewing bestie Lizzy posted a charcoal polka dot top with raglan patch sleeves. It was a "pin-spired" make for her, and it was fabulous! So off … Continue reading Raglan Patch Fall Tunic: A Pattern Hack
Running Base Layer: Rory Pattern Hack
Everyone loves a good pattern hack. Taking a pattern you love and making it work in another way for you is so satisfying. In the past three months, I have gotten back into running. It has been great to handle my work/kids/running a household stress by taking it out on the pavement. But as the … Continue reading Running Base Layer: Rory Pattern Hack