Grandpa Cardigan and Streamline Pants

I've been wanting to do a cardigan for awhile and I love how it turned out!  This sweater is called the Grandpa Cardigan and is paired with a new pants pattern called the Streamline Pants. The collar can be folded down for less warmth or buttoned up around the neck for more warmth. To sew the [...]

2017-04-19T08:13:29-06:00August 24th, 2015|Pattern tutorials|

Kimono sleeve romper, perfect for solid fabrics!

This unisex kimono sleeve romper has a lot of different ways to finish it.  If you're sewing for an older child you can use a good, stretchy fabric and skip the snaps, just pull it up through the neck.  If you don't like the pockets, leave them off!!  I love them personally :) The fit [...]

2017-04-19T08:13:50-06:00June 18th, 2015|Pattern tutorials|

Fringe romper : 90

  :Fringe romper pattern: I've been loving the fringe detail on clothes for so long I can't believe I haven't done it until now!!  This is a really easy detail to add to ANY pattern.  Top, pants, shorts, one-piece etc.. I feel like this one-piece pattern is the perfect fit though, the hems are rolled and the binding [...]

2017-04-19T08:13:38-06:00May 29th, 2015|Pattern tutorials|

Rolled hem romper: pattern 89

This is a pattern PERFECT for everyday summer! I think it will be my summer go-to! The rolled hems are super trendy and easy. Not only is it perfect for summer but there's a long leg and sleeve option that I love for cool evenings or bed-time.  It's a really versatile pattern and I think [...]

2017-04-19T08:13:41-06:00May 21st, 2015|Pattern tutorials|

Summer romper pattern tutorial

This summer romper is not complicated to make and can be the perfect warm weather staple!  I've made a few for Eleanor, she's almost too old for the style but I still like it on her so I'll wear it this summer :) You'll see how it's put together below:  It's abbreviated from the actual [...]

2017-04-19T08:13:45-06:00May 6th, 2015|Pattern tutorials|

Pilot hats and pull over coveralls

    How adorable is she??  I made this one piece without any bindings and a simple pull over neckband.  So, if you are one of those that won't do binding then this is for you :) The hat patterns are long overdue. They are such staples that I adore and I'm so happy to use them [...]

2017-04-19T08:13:52-06:00March 20th, 2015|Pattern tutorials|

Mod collar tee and circle skirt

This shirt design took some time to get right, it was a little frustrating but I had a LOT of fun with the mixing and matching fabrics along the way!  Love the curves and piping detail:) Eleanor likes it too. Don't mind the expression, looks like she's trying to sell you the lotion or something, Lol. [...]

2017-04-19T08:13:55-06:00March 13th, 2015|Pattern tutorials|

Ice cream pants with baggy tee

I don't know why but I feel like 'ice cream pants' is the perfect name for these! The curves remind me of ice cream dripping or something.  Idk, maybe I'm just a little crazy. Either way, the pants are ripe for customization!  Mixing and matching with these pants is so fun and crazy cute. You can see [...]

2017-04-19T08:13:59-06:00February 27th, 2015|Pattern tutorials|

Harem romper with 2 shoulder styles

This adorable romper style has been on my hit list for some time.  I'm really happy with the way it turned out. I love the ties for Eleanor but I like the snap style a lot too! You can get the pattern on my website. I'll post some steps below so you can see how easy it is [...]

2017-04-19T08:14:02-06:00February 20th, 2015|Pattern tutorials|

Basic a-line dress for every occasion

A good basic dress will always be necessary in Eleanor's wardrobe. I like something casual and cute without being over the top girly. This one hits all the notes! It is purposefully simple for a clean look. (I favor a clean look on most everything) Take a peek at the tutorial below and give it [...]

2017-04-19T08:14:06-06:00February 13th, 2015|Pattern tutorials|