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Lane Raglan w/ V-Neck
Happy New Year everyone! I made another Lane Raglan by Hey June Patterns. This pattern comes with a scoop neck, but I was in the mood for a v-neck, so I drafted the new neckline. It was surprisingly...
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Rosemary Raglan ~ Peekaboo Pattern Shop
This past week I tested for the Rosemary Raglan by Peekaboo Pattern Shop. The Rosemary is a form-fitting tee with options for a dropped peplum tunic or a hood and different sleeve lengths. I made the...
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Fern Cardigan ~ Sew Like My Mom
This past week I pattern tested for this adorable sweater, the Fern Cardigan, by Sew Like My Mom. Melissa's pattern ranges from 12 months to girls' size 16. She also sells the pattern for a lower...
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Lane Raglan with a Cowl
This Lane Raglan is not for me, it's for my mom. I had to put it on before I shipped it off to her this week. I absolutely love this print! It's a double brushed poly that I have seen from a number...
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Tonic Tee ~ SBCC Patterns
I finally made my very own Tonic Tee by SBCC Patterns! I got my hands on one of Betsy's patterns nearly 4 years ago, the Cosmo Maxi Skirt. I love that Betsy designs specifically for petites. (She...
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Ficus Cardigan ~ Sew Like My Mom
Today I want to show you the peplum cardigan I tested for Sew Like My Mom, the Ficus Cardigan. This is the womens' version of the Fern Cardigan that I tested a few weeks ago. This pattern has a wide...
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Tonic Tee in Cotton/Lycra Knit
Here is my second Tonic Tee by SBCC Patterns! I love this peachy Art Gallery cotton/lycra solid. It's been sitting in my stash for about a year so I was glad to finally cut this t-shirt out. I cut...
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Heart Breaker Cami ~ Patterns for Pirates
Last week I got to pattern test for Patterns for Pirates' cute new pattern, the Heart Breaker Cami. Sizing ranges from 3 months to girls' 14. It has optional front ruffle, flutters on the straps,...
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Apricot Dolman ~ Sew Like My Mom
Today Sew Like My Mom released the Apricot Dolman pattern! We tested the 24m/2 size in a short sleeved top.My husband loves the way this color brings out her eyes!For my first version, I used a...
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5 out of 4 Patterns Camilla Top
Today I'm reviewing the Camilla Cowl Neck Top and Dress by 5 out of 4 Patterns, which I pattern tested last week. The Camilla Top has a draped cowl neckline, which is super flattering! I am small...
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Pirate Pencil Skirt ~ Patterns for Pirates
When I took pictures of the Camilla Top I was also wearing my new Pirate Pencil Skirt by Patterns for Pirates. I've had this on my to do list since last fall. I have a few tops/blouses with navy...
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The Arenal Top: 3 Tops, 3 Summer Fabrics
I had been searching for a new short sleeved t-shirt pattern after realizing that my old ones are just not working for me anymore. I wanted a top with a relaxed fit, sort of like those Boyfriend Tees...
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Oceanside Dress by Itch to Stitch
I am one of the lucky folks that test drove the Oceanside Dress by Itch to Stitch. I absolutely love this dress! It is so comfortable and easy to wear. It looks good on all body types. You can wear...
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Tess Tulip Shorts ~ Bella Sunshine Designs
I tested these adorable tulip shorts by Bella Sunshine Designs this week.I just love sewing kids' clothing because it gives me almost instant gratification. Also, toddlers are not aware if there are...
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Linen Loungers by Patterns for Pirates
I bought this Robert Kaufmann chambray a couple years ago planning to make a shirtdress. Well, I totally botched the top - this is back when I was doing every narrow shoulder adjustment wrong - and it...
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Kathryn Dress by Itch to Stitch
I happened across the Kathryn Dress Pattern by Itch to Stitch while trying to find something for my very petite mother. At the beginning of the year, she sent me this picture of a RTW dress she...
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Hey June ~ Mountain Pose Pants
Adriana recently came out with these sweet yoga pants, called Mountain Pose Pants. In case you didn't know, this is a free pattern, provided you join her Facebook group and find the coupon code in the...
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Reversible Elastic Waist Skirt
I was recently chosen as a Sewing Portfolios Ambassador which gave me the opportunity to sew up some Michael Miller Fabrics from the collection, "Catching Dreams". The collection will hit stores this...
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Jalie 3350 Pattern Review + Sew Sassy Swimwear Cup Review
This is my second Jalie 3350 swimsuit! This time, I made View A, which has the same neckline as View B, without the twist. Here's the patten envelope pictures so you can see the difference between...
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Matilda Dress by Violette Field Threads ~ Pattern Review
The Matilda Dress Pattern by Violette Fields reminds me of a butterfly print peasant dress I made and wore when I was 15 years old. I loved using simple techniques to get a similar look for my...
View ArticleTutorial: How to Add Lace Trim to a Hem
Hemming with lace is really popular right now and super easy to do! Play this video here, or on YouTube, for all the details. (This is the Matilda Dress from my last post and the lace in this video is...
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Easy Peplum Hack | How to Modify a Peplum
Today I'm going to show you a quick tutorial on how to move the waistline of a peplum top. I'll be using the Rosemary Raglan* from Peekaboo Pattern Shop. I love this pattern! It fits my daughter...
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Cora Culottes by Made for Mermaids Patterns
Made for Mermaids reached 35,000 Facebook followers this month and to celebrate they have released the Cora Culottes for girls, and the Mama Cora Culottes for ladies. The new patterns ($3 each) are a...
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Allium Dolman Dress Pattern Review
I pattern tested the recently released Allium Dolman by Sew Like My Mom. This top and dress pattern is easy to sew and flatters a variety of shapes and sizes. It features a hemmed short or long...
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DIY Bell Sleeve Tutorial | The Marjorie Dress Pattern
I’m so happy to be a part of the Marjorie Release Blog Tour! Hazel & Gather is a brand new pattern company whose patterns can be found at the Do It Better Yourself Club. I had the opportunity to...
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