If you've never purchased a digital sewing pattern it can be intimidating but trust me it's SUPER EASY! Do these 4 steps once and you'll never hesitate to buy another PDF pattern. I'll explain in detail here: After finding the pattern you want, purchase it with Paypal or a credit card. (Or get this one free.) If it's instant download, [...]
My focus is going to be knit fabrics used for children's clothing. The first thing you'll have to decide is what TYPE of fabric you are looking for. The most common fabric for my patterns is JERSEY but you may also need RIBBING, INTERLOCK, FRENCH TERRY or SWEATSHIRT FLEECE. Shop according to the pattern you are following, warmth you [...]
This hood modification will be perfect for the cool months ahead. Feet covered, head covered = warm, cozy little baby! I'll have a pdf for the hood pattern piece at the end of this post. It is compatible with the footie one-piece pattern (#43). You will follow the tutorial in the pattern just the same except [...]
I know you've been patiently waiting for this sweatshirt so I'm super excited to get it to you! The pattern is a raglan sleeve sweatshirt with a scuba style hood, optional front pocket and arm seam detailing. It's been my favorite pattern for a long time because it's practical, unique, warm, super comfortable, versatile and beyond adorable! I love pairing it [...]
Hello everyone! With the Halloween costume contest running, I wanted to sew my own costume for Eleanor. The first thing that came to mind is a peacock so I went for it. :) If you have sewn a costume go enter it in the contest! We have some awesome prizes so check it out! You [...]
We've been talking a lot about the fake pockets on the raglan dress. KIDS WANT REAL POCKETS TO STORE TREASURES!! RIGHT?? I am learning... My baby girl isn't to that stage yet so it didn't cross my mind when designing the pattern. Good thing I have friends like you to tell me how it is :-) [...]
This is a fast way to make a cute variation of the raglan sweatshirt. Adding a curved hem in the back is easy and very trendy right now! To start you will need to cut out the sleeves, neckband and wrist cuffs. Cut about 1" off the bottom of the wrist cuffs. I do this [...]
. Whenever I see leggings with ruffles it looks SO adorable, I had to make a few pairs for Eleanor. Turns out it is SUPER easy, so I took a few photos to show you how to do it. To start, cut out a pair of leggings: Then, measure the width of the ankle area (where the ruffles will [...]
Sewing the zipper onto pattern 60: zip crew sweatshirt
Here's a short tutorial on how you can add a cuff to a sleeve. Also, how you can add a cuff to the waist of a t-shirt. I am using my raglan tee as the example but this 'quick and dirty' method will work on anything. First, have your pattern piece ready: I have my raglan long [...]