I'm excited to share about a project that I've been wanting to make for a few years now, a pair of Linen Burnside Bibs by Sew House Seven. This project was a fun collaboration with Minerva Crafts. The Georgio linen fabric is AMAZING! It's lightweight while also being opaque. The drape is lovely and the… Continue reading Minerva: Georgio Linen Burnside Bibs
Author: oakbluedesigns
I am excited to join the community of sewing bloggers. I will be sharing tutorials, pattern reviews, and snippets here and there of my makes.
Minerva: Rust Alberta Street Pencil Skirt
Hello! I'm excited to share about a recent project with Minerva, my first pencil skirt! The pattern calls for a non-stretch denim, which ended up being very comfortable! This was a great project to experiment with denims, stepping toward handmade jeans. I made the muslin in a traditional indigo denim. Go and check out the… Continue reading Minerva: Rust Alberta Street Pencil Skirt
Minerva: Summer Beatrix Top
Hello! I'm excited to share with you about an floaty Beatrix top that I've made with Minerva Crafts. I was inspired by a double gauze version that I saw on Made by Rae's blog. I made this version in some lovely Atelier Brunette, double gauze fabric as well. I love how lightweight and comfortable this… Continue reading Minerva: Summer Beatrix Top
Pattern Review: Free Range Slacks by Sew House 7
I'm so excited for the release of the Free Range Slacks pattern by Sew House 7. I've made both versions that I'll share about with you today. I've been waiting for a pattern like this to come out, a high elastic waist pant with woven fabric. Version 1 is a tapered leg that you can… Continue reading Pattern Review: Free Range Slacks by Sew House 7
Recipe: Chai Tea Concentrate
Making a concentrate is a handy way to have a quick iced drink to enjoy "on the go" throughout the week. I include both the half and full recipes in the directions below. When I try a new recipe, I like to try a smaller batch first to see if I like the flavors. Any… Continue reading Recipe: Chai Tea Concentrate
Pattern Review: La Brea tee by Halfmoon Atelier
I'm so excited to share about the release of the La Brea tee by Halfmoon Atelier. I was honored to be a part of the test group for the pattern. It's a fun tee for woven or knit fabrics. With the shaping built in to the side seams and neckline, it's a quick sew that… Continue reading Pattern Review: La Brea tee by Halfmoon Atelier
Ernest Wright Antique Stork Scissors [Product Review]
I approached the company Ernest Wright to try their Antique Stork scissors to share a product review with you**. I had a lot of fun with this review. I intentionally picked up an embroidery project to test the scissors. I've noticed that I've typically seen stork scissor designs paired with embroidery applications. I'm also… Continue reading Ernest Wright Antique Stork Scissors [Product Review]
Pattern Review: Cape Cod Doll Pattern by Ellie and Mac
Hello there! I'm excited to share a review today of the Cape Cod Doll Pattern (aff link) by Ellie and Mac. This was a fun project that I resized for this doll, as a gift. This doll was previously purchased from a company called Bamboletta and she is so sweet! Pattern Description: The Cape Cod… Continue reading Pattern Review: Cape Cod Doll Pattern by Ellie and Mac
Minerva Crafts: Embroidered Stowe Bag
Hello there! I'm excited to share about a Stowe bag that I've sewn with Minerva Crafts. I had lots fun with this project and all the details. I got into hand embroidering the fabric, using Hong Kong seam finishes for the side and bottom seams, and single fold bias tape for the edges. For lots… Continue reading Minerva Crafts: Embroidered Stowe Bag
Minerva: Reversible Metamorphic Dress by Sew Liberated
Hello there! I'm excited to share a link to a fun project, made with Minerva. I made the reversible Metamorphic Dress by Sew Liberated. I geeked out a bit with this project by making three muslins (and then the final, fourth dress). For all of the nitty gritty details, check out the posts below on… Continue reading Minerva: Reversible Metamorphic Dress by Sew Liberated
oak blue designs 