Can you believe I didn’t have a single simple gathered skirt pattern in my stash? I mean, I know you don’t really need a pattern for that project but sometimes it’s nice to not have to do any math and just follow someone else’s hard work…LOL. So, what did I do when I wanted to create an easy, quick linen…
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Have you ever looked at a pattern and thought, I just have to make that! Ok, ok so that happens to me a lot with the amount of inspiration in the sewing community but when I first saw the Sienna Shift Dress from Sew this Pattern I knew it was destined to be in my closet, in several versions. I…
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Isn’t this little Off Shoulder Top so sassy and fun? The best part is you can create one very easily using a commercial pattern or buy this darling inspiration top if you aren’t a sewist. For those of you in the DIY camp, let me show you how to sew an off shoulder top with ric-rac trim using New Look…
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Need a very quick and simple sew to get you going this swim season? The Reagan Rash Guard has you covered…literally. Choose the long sleeve option to help protect from sun and enjoy some time off all the sunscreen application time. There are several other fun options to choose from as well including crop length, short sleeve, and flounce. I…
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Looking for a great new skirt pattern that is stylish and flattering? Check out Athina’s latest pattern release for AK Patterns the Adriana Skirt. I was a tester for this newest pattern and share my thoughts below about the skirt. **This post may contain affiliate links. Thank you for your support of the blog, please see my disclousure policy for…
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When you luck out and score 8 yards of chambray fabric for 8 bucks, you begin to think of all the fun spring and summer pieces you can make. My estate sale find turned into this DIY Chambray Maxi Dress with tons more left over for other projects. **This post may contain affiliate links. Please see my disclosure policy for…
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About 18 years ago I decided to teach myself how to sew. Long before blogs and resources available today which meant it was often disastrous. But I never gave up because I loved it so much. Today I love helping others get started on their own sewing journey. You can read more about my family and I here.