Ellie and Mac patterns · Pattern Review · Sewing

Pattern review: Tee dress by Ellie and Mac

I am happy to share with you today a new pattern by Ellie and Mac called the Tee dress (aff links). My project info Version: 3/4 length sleeve, knee length Fabric: Rayon knit from Jo Ann's Size: Bust - XS, Waist/Hips - Small A fun element about this pattern is that the bodice and waist/hip… Continue reading Pattern review: Tee dress by Ellie and Mac

Bella Sunshine Designs · Pattern Review · Sewing

Pattern Review: Clementine Maxi, Dress & Top by Bella Sunshine Designs

I have a special project to share with you today. This is the Clementine Maxi, Dress & Top by Bella Sunshine Designs (aff link). I have tried on many different maxi dresses over the years (at various stores). I have never found one that I have loved the fit, fabric or style so I have… Continue reading Pattern Review: Clementine Maxi, Dress & Top by Bella Sunshine Designs

Ellie and Mac patterns · Pattern Review · Sewing · simply by ti fabrics

Get Ready for Spring Blog Tour with Ellie and Mac

Hello!  I'm excited to share my sewing adventures with you today as a part of the Get Ready for Spring Blog Tour with Ellie and Mac patterns (aff link) and Seam So Low. I am ready for spring, it is my favorite season with warmer weather, buds growing on the trees and flowers sprouting up out… Continue reading Get Ready for Spring Blog Tour with Ellie and Mac

Pattern Hack · Sewing · simply by ti fabrics

Galloon lace inspirations

Sewing with galloon lace via bra and underwear patterns have been a popular trend in the sewing community.  I'm going to share today ideas and inspiration for sewing galloon lace into garments. What is galloon lace (you might ask)? Galloon Lace is considered to be more of a trim then a fabric.  It is a beautiful… Continue reading Galloon lace inspirations

Capsule Wardrobe · Pattern Review · simply by ti fabrics · True Bias Pattern

Hudson Pants by True Bias with Simply by Ti fabrics

I am sharing more today about expanding my Capsule Pajama wardrobe.  I shared an introduction to this adventure in this post.  The pattern that I'm talking about today is the Hudson Pants by True Bias.  In the previous post I shared about my wearable muslin.  In today's post I will be sharing about two additional… Continue reading Hudson Pants by True Bias with Simply by Ti fabrics

Capsule Wardrobe

Planning a Capsule Pajama Wardrobe

A theme that I've picked for 2018 is "taking better care of myself." I can see this theme expanding out into multiple areas but the topic I'll share about today is sewing handmade pajamas. In the past I haven't been a "fancy pajama" kind of girl. I have typically worn the following for pajamas: old… Continue reading Planning a Capsule Pajama Wardrobe

Gift · Sewing · Uncategorized

Christmas gift sewing, Rucksack backpack by Frau Scheiner

Welcome to Day 7 of the DIY Christmas Toy Blog Tour, hosted by Seams Sew Lo.  I am so honored to be a part of the tour.  The blog tour sponsors are Phat Quarter Fabric and Seamingly Smitten.  Frau Scheiner is also a sponsor for this tour.  There are TWO giveaways that you could win… Continue reading Christmas gift sewing, Rucksack backpack by Frau Scheiner

Pattern Review

Pattern Review: Anegada top by Halfmoon Atelier

I had the privilege of testing the Anegada top for Meghann of Halfmoon Atelier.  I'll spoil the review up front and share that I loved the top so much that I made both versions, View A and View B. View A offers a cowl boatneck feature with banded sleeves and waist.  View B has a… Continue reading Pattern Review: Anegada top by Halfmoon Atelier

Pattern Review

Pattern Review: Everyday Tee by Ellie and Mac

I'm happy to share a pattern review with you today of the Everday Tee* (affiliate link) by Ellie and Mac.  I tested this top for Lindsey and I enjoyed the pattern very much! Below is a size chart for the Ellie and Mac pattern line, for reference: Version (loose or fitted): Fitted Fabric: Cotton/Rayon/Spandex Size:… Continue reading Pattern Review: Everyday Tee by Ellie and Mac