Pom-Pom Fringe….is there anything cuter?? I jumped at the chance to test the latest Resort Collection pattern for Made for Mermaids when I saw all the samples and their beautiful trim. I am sorely regretting that only one of my cover-ups features pom-poms, but I guess it’s just an excuse to make another when I have more time. Read on…
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I recently had the fantastic opportunity to test Chalk and Notch Pattern’s newest release, The Victory Tank. I absolutely love Gabriela’s style and patterns and this new tank is no different. I have a complete obsession with her knit tank pattern from last year, the Pony Tank, and now my closet will be busting with the latest woven option, the…
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Eyelet fabric, circle skirt, sunny yellow color…yes, yes, and yes. When Athina kindly asked me to sew up one of her dress patterns I was thrilled at the opportunity to try out her Kimberly Dress. While picking the look I wanted, eyelet fabric kept popping in my head. I checked one of my favorite online stores, Mily Mae Fabrics, and…
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**This post may contain affiliate links. Please see my disclosure policy for more information.** I was so happy to test the latest pattern for AK Patterns. The Meg Top and Dress Pattern by Athina Kakou has such a simple silhoutte, that I jumped at the chance to add this versatile, quick sew to my wardrobe. The testing did not disappoint….
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When you find a pattern you love, it’s always a bit of challenge to make multiples without looking like you have an entire closet of the same dress or top. But, truth be told, I wouldn’t mind having an entire closet of Sienna Shift Dresses to choose from each day. However, I don’t always wear dresses so I wanted to…
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Sewing challenges…I usually fail miserably at participating because I have a squirrel’s attention span when it comes to creating. But the Flashback Sewing Challenge from Faith St Jules and WinMichele was so fun, I just had to squeeze in a look and stay focused long enough to meet the deadline. So…on the final day of the challenge I present my…
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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.