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2014
Jun
5
We DID it!! We finished with a “mini-FLIP” of our own as we ended “Flip this Pattern: YEAR ONE” last week! And, in our defense, it WAS completed within the month of flips for The Cottage Mama, Run-Around Romper. The flips were minimal….but that’s how we typically roll! And, since these photos have been taken, […]
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Jun
3
It’s time to LINK UP your FLIP of the Zonen 09: Charlie. We’ve invited the past season “Sew-Along Winners” to be the judges for the month. Who better to judge a “Flip Sew-Along Competition” than those that have previously won?? Here they are….with a link to their past “Flip Win!” Kerry {Sutures and Sandpaper}: Reversible Wrap […]
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Jun
2
It’s time to kick off another month of “Flip this Pattern“….and the beginning of “Flip this Pattern: Summer 2014!” And, what better way to kick off a month of FLIPS than by having a Viewers’ Choice Winner from last season share a creation using the pattern of the month – Zonen 09: Charlie?? Michelle, of […]
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May
29
We asked….you answered. “Name one pattern {besides Zonen 09: Charlie} in the Summer Series of Flip this Pattern.” We gave a few clues…..and ended up with TWO correct answers!! Shockingly, BOTH patterns were named!! Christina was our “Mystery Box” winner with her guess of the Ethan Shirt. CONGRATULATIONS, Christina! We will be contacting you about […]
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May
28
With every experience, lessons are learned. And, when lessons are learned, one can use those lessons to create something even better! At least that is our hope…. Last year on our “Blogiversary: Year One”, we decided to celebrate by hosting a year-long series: “Flip this Pattern.” This was ultimately a “selfish sewing series” for us…in an […]
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May
27
What another fantastic month of sewing inspiration coming your way!! We can’t believe the FINAL MONTH of “Flip this Pattern: Year One” is in the books….. So. Hard. To. Believe…. Four wonderful guest contributors {Marnae, Terra, Lisa, and Ana Sofia} and many sew-along creations whet our sewing appetites for the endless possibilities for sewing The […]
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May
23
And another month of fantastic “FLIPS” is now in the books!! The month’s challenge?? “Flip this Pattern” using the Cottage Mama Run-Around Romper and create a look that was interesting, unique, and inspiring. While the four contestants all brought their own interpretation of how to flip this pattern to the competition, the sew-along group offered some amazing entries as […]
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May
22
Ana Sofia, from S is for Sewing, is here to give you her “Flipped Creation” for the Cottage Mama, Run-Around Romper. ************************************************************************ Today, it’s my turn to share with you my version of the Run Around Romper by The Cottage Mama. Thank you Emily and Ashley for inviting me The Run Around Romper was one […]
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May
20
We’re bringing a guest post home today. One that is “easy peasy”……and could be extremely helpful to all your crafty gift givers out there!! *********************************************************************************** Hi iCandy readers!! We are so very excited to join you in welcoming “Baby Isabella” to Jen’s family….what an honor. When Jen asked if we’d be interested in sharing something “baby related” […]
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May
15
Lisa, from Mommy’s Apron Strings, is here to give you her “Flipped Creation” for the Cottage Mama, Run-Around Romper. ************************************************************************ Hello Sewing Friends, I am so happy to be participating in my second “Flip this Pattern” with the lovely ladies at Frances-Suzanne. My outfit is called “Zippy Frogs”! I called it that because my main […]
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May
13
This past winter, Tiffany and Shannon of Create Kids Couture contacted us about doing a pattern review for them. So, after scouring their plethora of patterns, we found THE. PERFECT. ONE. FOR. US. : Clarissa’s Belted Pants and Capris. Oh yeah…. Those wide, ruched legs were calling our names to give them a go!! This […]
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May
9
We did it. We took Heidi’s {Elegance and Elephants} challenge: “Let the child decide.” {Kid’s Choice Series} So….our niece might have been on the young side of this challenge, but when it was all said and done, we were so glad to have taken the challenge {and even gave our niece an A+ in her sense […]
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May
8
Terra, from Mama Says Sew, is here to give you her “Flipped Creation” for the Cottage Mama, Run-Around Romper. ************************************************************************ Hi everyone! I’m Terra from mama says sew and I’m excited to be participating in May’s Flip this Pattern! The Run-Around Romper screams baby and toddler to me, but I don’t have one of those […]
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May
6
The MATRIARCH of Sewing Bundle Sales has once again been released for purchase!! Introducing The Sew Fab Pattern Sale: Spring 2014. 19 patterns…for $29.95…sold through the course of ONE. WEEK. ONLY! After meeting Jenny {of The Southern Institute} on our Girls’ Day Out – Nashville, we had the opportunity to sew 2 of the Sew […]
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May
1
Marnae, from The Powell Clan, is here to give you her “Flipped Creation” for the Cottage Mama, Run-Around Romper. ************************************************************************ I’m so glad to be here sharing my FLIP(s) of the Run-Around-Romper by The Cottage Mamma! This has been such a great series–a big thanks to Ashley and Emily for allowing me to participate. After […]
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Apr
30
This is it!!! THE LAST MONTH OF “FLIP THIS PATTERN: YEAR ONE”!! While we can’t believe 12 months have almost come and gone, it seems as if the inspiration from this series keeps pouring in!! We are excited to finish the series off on a high note – using Lindsay‘s {of The Cottage Mama} Run-Around […]
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Apr
29
April was fun! May’s pattern has been introduced and a lovely discount code has been given {good through April 30}. And, now it is time to “meet the competitors” for this month! The May “Flip this Pattern” competitors have been chomping at the bit to show you their “Flipped Creations”….and they are ready to knock your sewing socks off…..trust […]
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Apr
25
Anyone think you had seen the girls’ Easter attire already?? Technically, you have….for one, but it might not be who you might originally have thought. CL’s Easter dress had previously made a blog appearance. It’s a dress with a story in and of itself….. While a few recent garments for EA {as seen here and […]
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Apr
23
May’s pattern company technically doesn’t need an introduction, but since we are never at a loss for words….we’d like to give you a little history into our relationship with Lindsay and The Cottage Mama’s sewing patterns… You see, in July 2013, we had the opportunity to meet Lindsay – in person, people!! She was teaching […]
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Apr
22
What another fantastic month of sewing inspiration coming your way!! We can’t believe MONTH 11 {of 12} is in the books….. and we are winding down on “Flip this Pattern: YEAR ONE”. So. Hard. To. Believe…. Three wonderful guest contributors {Courtney, Rachel and Donna, and Melanie} and many sew-along creations whet our sewing appetites for […]
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