I previewed this dress on Instagram, so if you follow me there you may recognize this fabric combo. I used the Norah Dress Pattern by Mouse House Creations for this dress. I'm so in love! Isn't it the sweetest? That collar! I'm kicking myself for not making this dress sooner. I went for an unexpected fabric combination with a Japanese Cherry Print that I found in Nashville and grey chambray. I figured that grey goes with anything and I didn't really feel like using a bright pink or bright yellow fabric to match the fabric. I love how it ...Continue Reading
navy + polka dot parisian top
Sharing another make from the Ultimate DIY Bundle today! This is the Parisian Top by Go To Patterns. I love this pattern! I made a yellow on about a year ago and wear it all the time, so I was excited that it is included in the Ultimate DIY Bundle. You'll love this top! The main features are a peter pan collar, puff sleeves and sleeve bands. The pattern also calls for a hem band, which I left off this time, but included in my yellow one. I like it both ways. This top took me about an hour to sew, it's fast! I had just a ...Continue Reading
sewing 101: how to quilt fabric + quilted hello kitty vest
Hello Kitty on one side.... Cotton + Steel on the other! I'm sharing another Aztec Hooded Vest today, this one is reversible! The Aztec Hooded Vest pattern is actually made to be fully reversible, all you have to do is make sure you have a reversible zipper and you're golden! I found this Hello Kitty fabric at Joann. I usually don't love character prints, but nostalgia got to me. I used to spend all my allowance at Sanrio. The colors worked really well with this blue/pink/white Cotton + Steel print that I had laying around, so ...Continue Reading
BOY SEWING // cotton + steel hooded vest with fur
This is a hack of my Aztec Hooded Vest pattern! I'm showing you how to add an amazing faux fur trim to the hood. It's fairly simple but there are a few things you have to do to adjust the pattern to make this method work! The Aztec Hooded Vest pattern for sizes 18M to 8 is a part of the Ultimate DIY Bundle, which is over 75 awesome creative resources for all types of makers. The bundle includes 8 high quality sewing patterns that I know you'll want! Grab the bundle here for 97% off, ends in a few days! See all the eBooks and patterns that ...Continue Reading
STYLED BY VIVIAN // the dreamer top
I'm excited to introduce a new feature post today! Vivian has been a contributor for a year now and she's got the cutest personal style. So for the next few months she will be sewing up some patterns and showing us all how to style them for everyday wear. I hope you enjoy! -Kate //////// Written by Vivian of Vivileen. Pattern: The Dreamer Top Fabric: Hacci Sweater knit c/o Girl Charlee For my first "styled by" post I sewed up the Dreamer top. This is one of my favorite patterns of Kate's. I picked this top ...Continue Reading
pattern fusion// DIY Peplum Dress
I'm really excited about this Pattern Fusion post! I used my Penelope Peplum pattern with Delia's Pleated Pencil Skirt pattern to make a dress! And I made two! These are both quick patterns so this project will only set you back an afternoon. And the result is a super cute waist defining dress that flatters and accentuates the hips. It feels very professional to me, like something you'd wear to something important. And you can dress is up or down for the occasion, add thick tights and boots for cold weather. It's fun! I made this with long ...Continue Reading
round zipper case tutorial
I made this during the oilcloth + leather series, but I had a little SD card fiasco. I lost all my photos! But then I found my card and all is well. So here is an encore project - a round zipper case tutorial ;). One fun thing about leather is that it can be pretty sturdy. Some types are thicker or less pliable than others which makes for a challenge when sewing. This project uses that stability to it's advantage! This rounded leather zipper pouch is nice and sturdy and makes a cute little holder that stands up on it's own. Which is ...Continue Reading
pattern fusion // the Zenelope Top
Zenelope or Pippy, I guess it could be either! This is top is a fusion of two of my favorite patterns: The Penelope Top and the Zippy Top! I used the Zippy Top crop top length then added the peplum piece from the Penelope Pattern to create a zippy peplum! I think it is a pretty fun twist on two simple patterns. I've sewn up so many Penelopes and Zippys that this came together really quickly. (Both patterns come in sizes XXS to XXXL now! Woo! They are in my big cartel shop) I'm excited about the fabric, too! It's a little design I created and ...Continue Reading
dreamer top hack // lace yoke top tutorial
This is my new favorite top! I've been wearing it at least once a week since I made it. I just love a top that is easy to wear and makes me feel cute. My favorite tops always tend to have lace, too. The bottom half of this top is made of soft french terry (from Girl Charlee), it's almost like a sweatshirt knit. Adding a lace yoke is quick and simple hack using my Dreamer Top pattern. The Dreamer Top is already a SUPER fast sew. It will take you less than an hour, no matter what level you are! Add this little hack may add a few extra minutes ...Continue Reading
No-Sew Leather Envelope Clutch Tutorial
I accidentally took an extra long break over the holidays! Oops! My little brother got married and I just enjoyed the time with family. I meant to post this before Christmas, but life happened, and that's okay! But today I'm sharing an envelope clutch tutorial that is a no-sew, glue-only project! So anyways, here is that cobalt blue clutch I showed you a few weeks ago! This is such a simple project, you can make it in 15 minutes! All you need is the template provided, leather, a glue gun, a hole punch and some ribbon! No-Sew Leather ...Continue Reading
Where I Sew // Sewing Room Tour
I've partnered with HP and Intel to show off my sewing room today as a part of their #workfromhappyplace campaign. I'm SO excited to show you my sewing space! I spend a lot of time in here and it is truly my "happy place"! I spent the last few weeks putting the finishing touches on this room, making sure everything has a place. I have been working in here for over a year, but it just now feels "done". These photos will probably shock you if you follow me on instagram. I often post photos while I'm working on projects and I am not very ...Continue Reading
