Stylo Issue 4: Fabric Paint

Stylo Issue 4 is out and I was lucky enough to be a part of it.  I was a contributor to issue 1, but this time, I got a full 8 page spread and the back cover.  Click HERE to read through the entire thing and be amazed at the talent featured.  The best part about Stylo, aside from the amazing photography, is that everything in it is totally handmade.  Did you hear that??  Handmade!

(Make sure to read all the way to the bottom to see the really fun behind the scenes video!!  It is awesome.)styloainsley1

As soon as I found out that the theme of this issue was “color”, I had an idea.  A crazy idea, but a fun one.  Make completely blank outfits for each child and then set them loose with buckets full of colorful fabric paint, complete with snorkels, paint guns, and brushes.  Totally, ridiculously fun.

How cute do they look pre-paint?  Read below for pattern details.  All jersey knit was courtesy of Michael Levine Fabrics and the woven fabric was courtesy of Michael Miller Fabrics (cotton couture in gray and white).stylo collage

Caitlin:
Norah Top by Mouse House Creations, Bubble Shorts by Elegance and Elephants Stylo023

Carter:
Flashback Skinny Tee by Made by Rae, Beach Bum Bermuda Shorts by Peekaboo Patterns
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Josie:
Babydoll Bohemian Dress by Elegance and Elephants
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Avary:
Summer Maxi Dress by Heidi and Finn
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Anastasia:
Alyssa Dress by Made for MermaidsStylo027

Ainsley:
Babydoll Bohemian Top by Elegance and Elephants, Bubble Shorts by Elegance and ElephantsStylo028

Devon:
Persimmon Dress by Willow and Co/Mouse House CreationsStylo031

Ethan:
Parsley Pants by Made by Rae, Grand Slam Tee by Peekaboo Pattern ShopStylo032

 

They all looked so precious in the all white/gray outfits that I *almost* didn’t want them to paint themselves.Stylo007

But the show must go on…. goggles in place.  Check.Stylo003

They listened carefully to the rules of the day.  Rule #1:  Have fun.Stylo033

When we first released them, they almost didn’t believe us that they could paint each other!Stylo005

However, after a few moments, they were totally comfortable with the idea.Stylo038

Almost.Stylo050

It was seriously SUCH a blast and these kids were total troopers, considering it was freezing outside.Stylo048 Stylo057

All done!  They told me they had “The best day ever!”  That is a success in my book.Stylo062 Stylo063

The fabric paint is permanent and they each got to take home their clothing as a souvenir. Stylo064 Stylo067 Stylo066 stylogoggles

To make things even cooler, my friend Jennifer from A Jennuine Life came to the shoot and did a really fun behind the scenes video!  Thanks so much Jen!  Check out the full post on her blog HERE.

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Hayley Crouse is a wife, mother and multifaceted designer. Her love of sewing, crafting, cooking and interior design infuses her daily life and naturally spills over into her online presence. She pushes the envelope of her creativity and hopes that others will be inspired to do the same. She currently authors the Welcome to the Mouse House Blog, is the pattern designer behind Mouse House Creations and is a collaborative designer with Willow & Co. Patterns.
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8 Responses to Stylo Issue 4: Fabric Paint

  1. Jaia May 20, 2015 at 9:20 pm #

    What a brilliant idea! I love it and I might need to try this out with my own kids. The outfits look fabulous both before AND after.

  2. Michelle May 21, 2015 at 12:01 am #

    You did a fabulous job! What a brilliant idea for the photo shoot!

    • Hayley May 24, 2015 at 9:06 am #

      Thank you, Michelle. It was a lot of fun. 🙂

  3. Annika May 21, 2015 at 5:49 pm #

    I love both the photo shoot and the video. The whole idea is so amazing and all the kids look gorgeous pre – and after painting 😉

    • Hayley May 24, 2015 at 9:07 am #

      Awwh, thank you, Annika!

  4. Danielle May 21, 2015 at 7:22 pm #

    Amazing idea going thru a phase is perfect… The kids look so happy to participate 🙂 Great photos and video coverage. It defiantly takes it to a new level…

    • Hayley May 24, 2015 at 9:08 am #

      Thank you, Danielle!

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