I've been itching to sew a little for myself, but being pregnant definitely dampens any excitement for clothing. So I've been thinking of making things I can wear with the baby belly and when I'm normal after the baby is born. So first up is a simple skirt made with gray voile cotton and has texture in the thick waistband. Obviously the cuter...
My little sister, Lynette, is the best aunt to my kids. We visited her for her baby shower and she had prizes for both RJ and Ellie. She'd made them each a zip-front hoodie from vintage fabrics she's collected and Ellie got a bonus pair of navy twill pants. I loved the vintage stripes and print. My favorite element is the burnt orange...
This summer when I started sewing again, my son RJ started asking for a ghost costume and pulled out any white fabric from my stash. The other day I finally broke down and decided to throw a ghost together. I took a yard of cheap, white, slub knit I had from a $5.00/ 5 yard Walmart bolt and cut off a yard. I...
I made one more little blouse from the original pink pattern. This time changing up the sleeve length, neckline and placement of the placket. I also sewed buttons on the placket this time since it was out to the side, where the autumn blouse was centered and short enough I didn't think I'd ever button them and just left it blank. This...
I've made my drafted toddler skinny pants pattern available for printing! This pattern is for 18 months and I only drafted 1/4" seam allowance as I was sewing the majority of the seams with a serger, so keep that in mind as you sew. PRINT PATTERN HERE PATTERN IS FOR 18 MONTH SIZE ONLY I didn't plan to do a full tutorial, so...
We have a winner! reandom.org selected the winning comment and she has been emailed. Thanks to clever charlotte for giving one lucky reader one of their sewing patterns from their brand new fall line! Just a big reminder:all other clever charlotte patterns are are 20% off through this week! The new fall line: {all photos from clever charlotte's shop or blog} olivine dress. The Jasper Vest and Jodhpur Pants Peridot...
The pattern pieces for the e cords in size 18 months will be available Tuesday.Thanks for your feedback and it's motivating to know people will actually use the pattern! ________________________________________________________________ The practice pink chiffon blouse was a draft for this little fall inspired top. Ellie is wearing the top with clever charlotte finch shorts and hand dyed cotton tights. Made with a cotton...
