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Feb
19

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Sewing with Figgy’s: A Heavenly Collection


Time flies when you’re having fun…..errrrr, recuperating!! Project Run and Play has come and gone,
our sewing area has gotten back to a semi-sense of normalcy,
and our lives have begun to slow down as well. 

Then, last week….we checked the calendar and realized: “GUEST POST ALERT!”  Eek!!

Back to the sewing machine we went…..for the first time since completing our “Signature Style” earlier this month. The hiatus was nice…..really nice….and really fast!

When Shelly contacted us to be on the Figgy’s Heavenly Collection Winter 2014 Tour,
we knew we wanted to be a part of it! 
First and foremost: Shelly is amazing!! We worked with her during October’s Flip this Pattern series, 
using her Sunki Dress, Tunic, and Leggings as an inspirational springboard for flipped pieces.
She didn’t “know us,” yet she jumped in…..and played an active part during her month of flips!! 
That meant the world to us!!

Secondly, we knew we wanted to participate in this tour because many of the Figgy’s Heavenly Collection were sewn with knits. Now, let it be known that we claim ZERO PROFICIENCY in sewing knits, 
but would like to become more adept in sewing knits in the months ahead.
What a perfect opportunity to challenge ourselves to do just that!

That said, we opted to sew three patterns from the Heavenly Collection – all, basic knit pieces that are sure to get lots of wear from our nieces…. We chose to sew each, using upcycled materials. Again, something we would like to become better at incorporating in our 2014 sewing.

First: The Celestial Pullover
Using Grandaddy’s knit shirt {the one that housed $11 in our PR&P upcycle search}, we sewed EA a Celestial Pullover. She couldn’t keep her hands off her sister’s cowl a few weeks ago,
so we opted to make her an outfit with a cowl as well. 

Second: The Celestial Tee
“Sister Momma’s” red/orange knit top was the source of our inspiration, as we created a color-blocked Celestial Tee for EA. We hadn’t intended to sew a color-blocked version of this tee, but fabric yardage shortages made us go this route on the garment. The pleated front section of the tee is very sweet, and we see ourselves making many more of these for our nieces in the years ahead.  

Third: The Seraphic Raglan Tee
We had bought a couple of xxl hoodies from Old Navy {$1.99 each} when we first considered 
delving into sewing with knits. So, we used one of the hoodies as the main fabric, and added
a small pop of pink knit given to us for the pocket accent and neckband.

All of these patterns are PERFECT for the “Knit Beginner Sewist.” Each one is a basic pattern,
with minimal pattern pieces, and easy-to-follow / sequential instructions.
We are thrilled to have these in our ‘knit pattern collection’ and plan on using them as
we incorporate more knit sewing for our nieces in the years to come.

At this post’s release date….
NONE of these garments have been tried on / modeled / etc. {due to weather and family illness}
so we have no information on the fit. We sewed the 4/5 size for all the pieces,
and look forward to trying them on EA in the near future!

The Ethereal Dress didn’t quite make our sewing deadline, but we plan to make one for CL in the near future. Wouldn’t it be too, too cute…..paired with some fun leggings….as we enter the spring months!?!?

photo by Figgy’s Studio

Would you like to own a copy of one pattern of the Heavenly Collection?
Use the rafflecopter below to do just that! Also, there is a HUGE giveaway going on
over the whole tour….check it out here, and enter for your chance to win there as well! 

a Rafflecopter giveaway

*Please note: While these patterns were provided at no cost {for the Heavenly Collection Blog Tour}, the views expressed are solely of our own opinion.



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58 Comments



Annika
9 yearss ago


I love that you are diving into knit-sewing. so much fun! and the garments are sure to be worn a lot…
regarding the rafflecopter question: i think the stellar tunic is fun. i’d love to combine knit and woven fabric

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    Frances Suzanne
    9 yearss ago


    YES!! Knits definitely have their place in one’s wardrobe….so, we must improve in this area of our sewing!! We know our sister will LOVE the wash and wear ease….

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Renee
9 yearss ago


The Ethereal dress looks so fun, cant wait to see your version later.

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Ashley S.
9 yearss ago


I have been eyeing the celestial pullover since it came out. So lovely!

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addicted2teaching
9 yearss ago


That dress pattern looks like one I would use over and over. I like the fact that these are basic patterns that you can use in some many ways.

As always you all have done amazing work!

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    Frances Suzanne
    9 yearss ago


    THANKS! Yes….these are indeed some basic patterns, with LOTS of versatility to each one. Great staples for one’s patterns….

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Dawn Apperson
9 yearss ago


Raglan tee

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laura
9 yearss ago


I am in love with knits! Sew fun to make usable wearable clothes! I like the ethereal dress alot, don’t have anything like that in my patterns!

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Nique Etienne
9 yearss ago


Like the Ayashe Blouse

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    Frances Suzanne
    9 yearss ago


    That’s a Figgy’s pattern we’d love to sew in the near future!!

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cse84663
9 yearss ago


I’ve been to chicken to sew with knits. Great job on all of these shirts, my favorite is the gray and pink one.

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    Frances Suzanne
    9 yearss ago


    Hey….if we can do it, you definitely can!! These would all be great ‘starter’ patterns as you dive into sewing with knits….

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Ana
9 yearss ago


My favourite is the Ethereal dress. So pretty!

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Diane
9 yearss ago


The gray and hot pink. Love the the pop of color.

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Anonymous
9 yearss ago


The raglan tee is my favorite!

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nest full of eggs
9 yearss ago


I can’t take my eyes off the gray/white striped one with the pink details ~ well done!

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    Frances Suzanne
    9 yearss ago


    That one ended up our favorite of the three sewn as well…..and it was really an ‘after thought’ on the color combination, etc. A pop of pink on the sleeve hems would be a neat addition too, but we ran out of time on that component :).

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mjb
9 yearss ago


I have a couple but my next will be the maxi skirt.

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atabanana29
9 yearss ago


I love the Stellar tunic!

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Leigh
9 yearss ago


The Seraphic Raglan Tee is my favorite!

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Jennifer Lachman
9 yearss ago


I have so many ideas for the The Seraphic Raglan Tee.

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Erin
9 yearss ago


The Ethereal Dress. Sooo cute!

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melonkelli
9 yearss ago


I love the Seraphic raglan

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marnae
9 yearss ago


I’d love to try the Stellar Dress/tunic–it has interesting lines AND uses both wovens and knits…

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    Frances Suzanne
    9 yearss ago


    Hmmmmm, that could be interesting…..I hadn’t noticed it used both types of fabrics :)!!

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Pienkel
9 yearss ago


I’d love to sew the Ethereal dress…

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Joy Candrian
9 yearss ago


The Nituna jacket is my favorite pattern. I love how you refashioned the stripped shirt into a cute cowl neck shirt.
http://xoxograndma.blogspot.com/

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    Frances Suzanne
    9 yearss ago


    Ahhhh, the Nituna…..another Figgy’s pattern we own, and want to sew!! Thanks for the compliment….we’re TRYING to be better at upcycling….

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Lindsay @ 402CenterStreet.blogspot.com
9 yearss ago


I love the Etheral dress!!

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sweeter than cupcakes
9 yearss ago


I love that raglan with the pink accents!! I really want a new raglan pattern, but I’m having the hardest time deciding which one to buy.

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Cindy
9 yearss ago


I love the Raglan Tee you sewed! I don’t think you all can claim “ZERO PROFICIENCY” with knits anymore.;)

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    Frances Suzanne
    9 yearss ago


    Ummmm, you might want to check with Shelly on that…..bless her :)! She had to ‘field’ two questions along the way – while sick in bed!! And, we still refer to your helpful suggestions as we sew along….

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Marta
9 yearss ago


The Ethereal Dress is my favorite!

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Ajaire P
9 yearss ago


My favorite is the Ethereal Dress. It’s really lovely.

And I adore the striped top with the pink accents. So pretty!

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    Frances Suzanne
    9 yearss ago


    I know….the Ethereal dress is one we NEED to sew soon! And, thanks — the striped top with a pop of pink became our ‘surprise favorite’ at its completion…. :)

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Elisabetta
9 yearss ago


My favorite are the seraphic pants, ethereal dress and celestial tee

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DKB
9 yearss ago


Celestial tee is my fav

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Danielle
9 yearss ago


Love the Celestial tee…does it come in my size?

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Barbara P.
9 yearss ago


Love the ethereal dress!

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Janice
9 yearss ago


I really like the Ethereal Dress….I’m interested to see the sizing on your niece. Also, you need to come up with another term for your sister other than “Sister Momma” – every time I hear it, I think “Sister Wives”…..I’m just sayin’!!!!

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    Frances Suzanne
    9 yearss ago


    We think the garments might be a bit large…..but hey, it means we’re ahead on our sewing. We’ll let you know though once EA tries them on! Hmmmm….”Sister Momma”…….we’re open for suggestions :). Never seen “Sister Wives”…..

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Autum
9 yearss ago


Love the Seraphic Raglan tee.

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Mrs Cheeky Nut
9 yearss ago


the etereal dress is divine!

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Jess Wray
9 yearss ago


I really love the ethereal blouse

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Elizabeth
9 yearss ago


Love that Ethereal dress! Thanks for the giveaway.

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Dagbjort Sigurdardottir
9 yearss ago


I love this pattern collection! And I love your blog! I have the Stellar Tunic on my cutting table at the moment :)

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Eska
9 yearss ago


I think this pattern collection is nice and modern. I think that the stellar tunic is perfect for little girls everywhere.

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Nicole
9 yearss ago


My favorite is the Celestial Pullover. Thanks for the chance to win!

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Jen@thecraftingfiend
9 yearss ago


LOVE the Ethereal dress.

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Ula P
9 yearss ago


I love the ethereal dress. Although the whole collection is nice

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sacree5421@netscape.net
9 yearss ago


love the ethereal dress…. thanx for the opportunity….

s cree

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Ashley
9 yearss ago


The Ethereal dress is gorgeous! I’m also in love with your raglan tee…you guys always do so great with those little details like the pop of pink. I would love to get better with knits, but my sewing machine doesn’t like them too much. It eats knits and elastic!! :)

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Cari Fritz
9 yearss ago


Love the raglan :)

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Donna
9 yearss ago


The ethereal dress and blouse.

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Terry
9 yearss ago


The Ethereal Dress!!!!!

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Elizabeth
9 yearss ago


I really want to try the maxi skirt!

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Dana Busby
9 yearss ago


The ethereal dress is my favourite!

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Hillary
9 yearss ago


The ethereal dress is so pretty! I’ve only made one thing with knits and the knit was thin and a little bit tricky but these patterns make me want to give them another try.

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