So excited for my latest pattern, and the fact that it is the first that can be used for boys, is extra cool! The Dress Up Hoodie can be found in my shop at a discounted rate of $8.50 until Halloween (regular price will be $10.50). It is a quick sew, so you still have […]
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The Ania Dress: Coffee and Thread Pattern Tour
My friend Olga, the designer and blogger behind Coffee and Thread is currently running a pattern tour and you should check out all of the amazing inspiration! During the tour, she has a sale of 20% off her patterns with the code “coffeeandthreadtour” and be sure to enter the giveaway at the bottom of this […]
The Janie Dress and Peplum Pattern
I am so excited about the newest Mouse House Creations pattern release! It had been a while since I have designed a fast sew and The Janie Dress and Peplum pattern was the answer. Now available in the shop and is on sale for $7.00 until Friday! Find the pattern HERE. The Janie Dress […]
The Sydney Romper and Pinafore Release!
I am really excited about this pattern release because the Sydney Pinafore was one of the first free patterns I offered many years ago (seen HERE). It was only a few sizes and only offered as a dress (and also hand drawn), but it was SO popular and I knew that I would eventually want […]
The Switch Out Cape: Free Pattern
Introducing The Switch Out Cape! The free pattern includes sizes 3, 6, and 9. This is a super fun, detachable cape that is SO easy to make and customize. *Supplies: Yardage of felt in various colors t-shirt sew-in Velcro/hook and tape (soft and flexible kind is best) FREE cape pattern/tutorial HERE *Print […]
The Color Me Christmas Stocking: FREE Stocking Pattern
I thought it would be fun to create a Color Me Christmas stocking to display at the International Quilt Market next week. The best part is that I have a FREE Christmas stocking pattern and tutorial for you, so that you can use your Christmas Color Me fabrics! Simply download the pattern HERE. It is […]
Create Baby Bodysuits with Fabric Markers
Create ONESIES® with fabric markers! I have had the pleasure of working with Tulip Fabric Markers several times since the launch of my Color Me fabric line. Recently, I posted about all of their various fabric marker products and how to use them on my line. Read that post for tips and tricks and how to properly […]
Easy Pillowcase Tutorial: Featuring Color Me Fabric
Today, I am sharing how to make a super duper easy pillowcase, as shown in my Color Me Fabric post from Friday. These pillowcases are so easy to whip up that you will want to make a bunch for friends, family and even charity! The border print fabrics from my fabric line run from selvedge […]
Janome Skyline S5: Sewing Machine Review
When Janome contacted me a few months ago, asking if I would review their new machine Skyline S5, I couldn’t jump at the opportunity fast enough. I have been sewing on a budget machine for years now and have been interested in researching new models. Now, don’t get me wrong… there is absolutely nothing wrong […]
“40 Techniques Every Sewer Should Know”: Craftsy Class Giveaway
I have mentioned before how much I absolutely love the online classes Craftsy has to offer. Today, I am giving one of you the chance to WIN a class that every sewer should consider taking. 40 Techniques Every Sewer Should Know is a class that will teach you how to take your sewing to the next level. Click […]
Master Zipper Techniques: Free Craftsy Class
Most of you have heard of Craftsy, where you can purchase patterns like mine, right? However, did you know that Craftsy offers all sorts of incredible classes, many of which are free? They have a lot of amazing paid classes, but the free classes are just as excellent and are a great resource for learning […]
The Kitty Pinafore
So remember about 1.5 years ago when I released the FREE Sydney Pinafore? It is still one of my go-to patterns, but of course, I will need to upsize it at some point… I really hope soon! My daughter Ainsley has been OBSESSED with kitty cats for about 4 years now and now that she […]
The Sydney Pinafore: Free Pattern
(Coming soon! A new Sydney with larger size range and many options!) Introducing the Sydney Pinafore. I am originally from Australia and it was very common to see little girls running around in loose fitting pinafores (also referred to as a pinny) during the hot weather. Even though I am now in The States, I still […]
Vintage May: A Tale of 2 Decades
When I got the email from Jess of Craftiness is Not Optional asking if I wanted to be a part of this year’s Vintage May, let’s just say I squealed out loud and my husband thought I was nuts. (well, he already thinks that, but this kind of sealed the deal.) Not only do I […]
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