Make your own dog clothes with this dog sweater sewing pattern! This post includes a free template and simple instructions to create a dog shirt from an old sweater. I love sewing for pets, it's just so fun and they are so cute, this tiny one in particular! The last pet project I made was a few years ago - this cat shaped cat bed! I've been wanting to try more pet projects so here is a super cute sweater, up cycled from a thrifted sweater! You can also raid your closet for a sweater you haven't worn in a while. It just ...Continue Reading
DIY GIFT GUIDE // boho reversible placemat tutorial with the Cricut Maker
This post is sponsored by Cricut and contains affiliate links. It's gifting time so I'm busy thinking of ideas for neighbors, parents, siblings and friends. I love gifting half handmade half store-bought gifts. It's fun to purchase something and then make something handmade to give the gift a personal touch. These cute boho style placemats are a great gift to give with anything food related, food, dishes, restaurant gift cards, silverware, or even fresh flowers! Make a little stack of these simple placemats and then gift them along with ...Continue Reading
QBOM project: DIY DIAMOND ZIP POUCH
On Friday, I posted a new quilting project - a FREE quilt pattern called You're a Gem! The pattern is made up of 20 identical blocks. If you liked it, but didn't like the idea of quilting, try this little offshoot project! You only need 1 quilt block to make it (just enough to get your feet wet) and you'll finish with a shiny, gift-able pouch! The Diamond Zip Pouch can be made in any fabric or color combinations and uses the same pattern as the You're a Gem Quilt. I love sticking little gifts into a handmade zipper pouch for the ...Continue Reading
Quilt Block of the Month #1: You’re a gem quilt!
This Quilt Block of the Month post is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Cricut. The opinions and text are all mine.This post contains affiliate links. Snag the Maker in this Maker Everything Bundle on sale right now! Hey friends! I'm SOOOO SEW excited about today's post because I'm launching a new series! I've been itching to get more into quilting for a long time now, but the Cricut Maker pushed me over the edge. As soon as I heard about this machine I knew it was time, in fact, I designed it the night after I ...Continue Reading
DIY Maternity Sweatshirt Refashion
I'm over at Gugu Guru today (wearing a mannequin belly) and sharing a DIY Maternity Sweatshirt Refashion. I LOVE this cozy sweatshirt and you can follow the instructions for a non-maternity style as well! It's totally important to be cozy and cute when you're pregnant, vegan leather booties optional! ;) The sweatshirt is made from an oversized sweatshirt, so it's pretty easy to make! You need two whole sweatshirts to make it and this pattern download: Bell Ruffle Sleeve Pattern Download The leopard diaper bag is the Carry ...Continue Reading
DIY ruffle sleeve top using the zippy + 9 Zippy Top Hacks!
You've already seen these photos over in the Scallop Clutch tutorial but I have to use them again to show you this DIY ruffle sleeve top made from the ZIPPY top pattern. This is yet another Zippy hack. I just can't help hacking it up all different ways! This is the women's version of the Little Zippy hack and it's actually exactly the same instructions. So head over and follow the instructions. The only difference in the pattern is the width of the sleeve. You can choose how long you want your ruffle to be, mine is about 6". I used Art ...Continue Reading
New pattern! The SAGITTARIUS!
It's been almost a week since I released the Sagittarius Pattern and I figured it was about time I introduced her to you on the blog! This is my most well-thought out pattern EVER! I've had a sample on my dress form for over two years now (I was working on it when I was pregnant with my 17mo, funny how things like that work!) so I've really been thinking about it for a long time! Hah! But she's finally here! The Sagittarius is one in my Zodiac line, joining the Libra cardigan and Scorpio dress. This pattern is a bit more advanced sewing, great ...Continue Reading
French Terry Baby Hoodie + Track Pants Pattern
This post, including the baby hoodie pattern and track pants pattern, is sponsored by Fabric.com! Time to get cozy with this french terry set! Baby hoodies and sweat pants make me want to snuggle! This little set has a free pattern download and a few hoodie ear options to make them even cuter. ^Dusty Rose French Terry^ It's super quick and easy to sew and you'll get great use out of it all fall and winter! Fabric.com has a ton of french terry solids so you can whip up a whole wardrobe for your little girl or guy! I love this ...Continue Reading
Namast’ay in Bed // DIY Sleep Mask Pattern
This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Cricut. The opinions and text are all mine. SLEEP, one thing we all want and can't seem to get enough of! I have been having a hard time sleeping lately so little things like sleep masks (and lavender baths!) are helping! This little DIY sleep mask pattern is super fast, super fun and has a few different SVG file options. There is no guarantee it will get you any more sleep, but a girl can dream(<---see what I did there? ha!) ! You can easily create a bunch of these ...Continue Reading
PAPER BAG WAIST BABY BLOOMERS
This paper bag waist baby bloomers pattern is sponsored by Fabric.com. Cue the ruffles! Baby bloomers just never get old! I love them in the summertime with a simple onesie and I love them in the winter with tights underneath! Classic and essential for any baby girl. I partnered with Fabric.com for this post because I love their selection of cottons. They have every single solid, every single floral and everything in between! This pattern has a ruffle waist, like a paper bag waist and sweet little ruffles at the leg openings. They ...Continue Reading
Gathered Dress Tutorial from the Zippy Pattern!
Fall sewing and fall fabric are giving me all the feels lately. I love layers and accessories and as much fabric as possible! Fall was made for new wardrobes! I made this crepey floral dress from the Zippy Top pattern. It's super fast and easy and you can make it with either wovens or knits! I made this a little shorter than a knee-length dress and a little longer than a tunic, intending to wear it with tights and boots all season. So here's an easy gathered dress tutorial that starts with the Zippy crop top. Outfit ...Continue Reading
