I'm excited to introduce you to my newest pattern! I've shared a little bit about it because it is a part of the Just Add Jeans collection by Pattern Anthology! (Watch our video HERE and purchase the collection HERE). This is the CITY GIRL FROCK! The main feature is a cozy cowl collar. The dress is also yoked with a little bit of gathering at the front. It's a swingy style, not too fitted with 3 lengths. You can make it in a top, like this houndstooth version. The houndstooth is a ponte de roma from Girl Charlee, it also comes ...Continue Reading
Leather Bottom Tote Tutorial
Written by Vivian of Vivian Eileen and Suz and Viv. If you're anything like me you can never have enough bags (or totes, purses, clutches, pouches...). They're probably one of my favorite things to sew because they usually don't take much time or fabric. Today I have a tutorial for a leather bottom tote. I love how customizable this project is! I used chevron fabric for the top and pleather on the bottom (and fun floral interior!) but really any combination of fabrics can be used. Leather Bottom Tote Tutorial// First cut your ...Continue Reading
frolic zig zag dress
I've been partnering with Fabricworm + Birch Organic Fabrics recently to promote some of their new fabrics. Today I'm thrilled to share the Frolic Collection! This fabric has cute little elephants and whales on it, in a really cool and bright color palette. I love the bright yellow the most! I almost made the whole dress yellow but decided to use the grey fabric for the skirt last minute. I'm glad I did, using two colors of the same print gives me that funky element that I love! I thought I'd make a dress with these fabrics because they ...Continue Reading
the wildflower top + jeans!
This is my Wildflower top! I made this top in this white and pink floral from Girl Charlee and the short sleeve option. I think I'll be living in this top this summer! The fabric I used is lightweight so it will be great in the heat. There is an inner layer that blends into the photos because I used floral for that part, too. Anyways, that eliminates the need for a tank top underneath. The top is really cute with a contrast inset, too! The top was easy to sew, I think it took less than 2 hours of ...Continue Reading
the daytripper + jeans!
necklace: c/o Jacaranda Designs This Daytripper top is from the Just Add Jeans Pattern Collection. This pattern is from Shwin Designs and comes in sizes XXS to XL. It fits a little baggy and big, for a super comfy and carefree look. I made the longest length of three options. I styled this top with jeans, keds, and fake glasses from the Target Dollar Spot. It just felt right! Comfy comfy. This is something I'd wear everyday. Since it's named the Daytripper, it just makes me want to go for a road trip! The ...Continue Reading
yellow parisian top + jeans
I'm excited to share all of my Just Add Jeans Tops! This is the first...the Parisian Top! This is super cute. Puffed sleeves, a peter pan collar, and a band at the hem. I love that this top feels a little more sophisticated and dressy to me. I think I could wear it to a semi-formal event, but most likely I'll just wear it on days I want to feel put-together. This is mustard yellow ponte from Girl Charlee. It's super nice, highly recommended. Get yourself some ponte! One of the cool parts about being in Pattern Anthology is getting to ...Continue Reading
Dainty Lace Bracelet DIY
Written by Jessica of the Ladyette. Hi See Kate Sew readers! With springtime around the corner, I can't stop thinking about light weight clothing and lace! Lace has so much detail and is so delicate, it's one of my favorite things to add to an outfit. Today I'm sharing with you a DIY Danity Lace Bracelet that is just the right amount of simple detail for your wrist, and so light weight you might forget you're wearing it. Dainty Lace Bracelet DIY Supplies Needed: Metallic lace trim (5/8" width) cut to 7" length, jewelry pliers, four 4mm ...Continue Reading
just add KNIT FABRIC!
This post is sponsored by Girl Charlee. Check out GirlCharlee.com for fresh and modern knits! Our new collection, JUST ADD JEANS, is a little play on outfit-making! Buy the collection and just add jeans! You know like the pancake mix that says "Just add water!". Most require eggs and milk, too, which is a bummer if you're out of those. Our collection also requires FABRIC! No brainer, right! You also need some thread and things like that. But it is not a bummer if you need more fabric, right? I take any excuse to buy more fabric! We ...Continue Reading
JUST ADD JEANS // pattern anthology spring 2014 collection
The day is finally here- our newest Pattern Anthology Collection is available! This collection is titled "Just Add Jeans". The whole concept is easy everyday wear, the things our closets are full of! So each of us created one unique, figure flattering knit top that can be paired easily with a pair of jeans! Easy to sew, easy to wear! The four top patterns are totally unique and are ready to fill your closet! You'll have so much fun sewing these you won't want to stop. Our collection is perfect for spring and will also carry you through all ...Continue Reading
BUY + DIY // birthday bath bomb bag tutorial
I'm reviving the holiday BUY + DIY series today for a birthday installment! My mom had a birthday recently and I wanted to make her something special. She is an avid reader of my blog, so I thought I'd make a tutorial just for her! This part handmade and part store-bought gift is a bath bomb gift set. Buy the bath bombs and DIY the cute little bag! I stuffed it with easter grass, too, to make it a cute little gift set. For this tutorial, all you really need are a few scraps of fabric. I stenciled my cream fabric with Amy of Mod Podge Rocks' ...Continue Reading
a bow chiffon zippy top, tips for sewing with chiffon + bing rewards
This post was created in partnership with Bing. Check out Bing Rewards to earn gift cards while you search! With the release of my new zippy top, I'm excited about some of the woven fabrics I have been neglecting lately while I was having a knits moment. Chiffon is one of them, it is one of my favorite fabrics to wear, but I am still just a little scared to sew with it! There are such great colors and prints available in chiffon, it's about time I learn how to sew with it confidently! I found this bow chiffon for $2/yard! Chiffon is ...Continue Reading






















