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Oct
9
The journey of this creation actually began 3 years ago. We don’t remember what we were thinking about making, but our dear sweet sewing friend {aka: our jedi master} pulled out her copy of the oliver + s music class pattern and asked if this pattern might be an option. I feel certain Emily was more […]
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Oct
7
It’s time to LINK UP your FLIP of the Brownie-Goose, Hattie Dress. And, if you haven’t already done so, go grab your copy of the Hattie Dress {or any Brownie-Goose pattern for that matter} at a 20% discounted price {discount code: FLIPTHISPATTERN} until Friday, October 10. **October Sew-Along Judges Include** Michelle {Falafel and the Bee} Christina {2 […]
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Oct
6
And, so we begin again!!! Another fabulous month of “Flip this Pattern” is set to begin… and, if the “September Showcase” didn’t leave you inspired, we don’t know what would…. What a way to kick off the “Flip this Pattern: Fall 2014” season!! What better way to kick off a month of FLIPS than by […]
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Oct
3
Our sister seldom….ummmmm, rarely…..okay, okay….hardly EVER requests a thing from us in regards to sewing. She willing accepts what we’ve sewn, dresses our nieces in whatever garments we send her way, and even takes random pictures of the girls wearing the garments in their daily lives, with a text of “THANK YOU for my….”! Yeah, […]
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Oct
1
What’s a convention without some classes along the way?? When we heard Liesl was going to be teaching, we were intrigued!! But, when we heard her subject matter, the deal was sealed…and we began to make plans to attend the 2014 SAGA Convention… So, our journey began….with a little fabric shopping along the way! What’s […]
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Sep
29
Hi strangers!! We feel as if we’ve gone MIA from our blog recently….it’s been an extremely good {and busy} month for us, and we’ve finally stopped long enough to catch our breath and “report in!” Several months ago, we read some information regarding a “Sewcation in Orlando”, the annual convention of SAGA {the Smocking Arts […]
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Sep
26
Today, we’re over at I’m Feelin’ Crafty…sharing in Louise’s “Sew Ready to Play” series! What a FUN CHALLENGE!! Take a game….sew something inspired from it…..and share your results. OURS?? Why….Hungry, Hungry Hippo!! Currently CL’s favorite game {although probably not age-appropriate for her}… Head on over to see what we’ve been “scheming and creating” behind […]
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Sep
22
And….the grand “September Showcase” FINALE!!!! THE WINNERS {prizes will be paired with winners chronologically}!!! a Rafflecopter giveaway Ladies, you will be contacted soon about your prizes!! And, everyone….{once again}…..thanks for making this event such a huge success!
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Sep
20
First things first: Today is the FINAL DAY for two VERY IMPORTANT things. * WARNING – WARNING – WARNING * 1. Discount codes are about to expire. As in…..TODAY!!! Click below for amazing discounts from ALL 10 DESIGNERS {plus a few other “Rising Indie Designers” discounts}! Sewpony Vintage: 20% off all patterns {SHOWCASE20} Jennuine Design: […]
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Sep
19
And, last but not least, our FINAL “September Showcase” is Destri and her Sewlosophy, Serendipity Swing Coat!! If you’ve ever wanted to SEE one of these designers work her magic on a pattern, and/or HEAR advice from the person who would know the pattern best, Destri has done just that….by offering a video tutorial reference for […]
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Sep
18
WHAT??? There’s only TWO MORE DAYS of the Showcase??? Shhh…..let’s just not talk about that yet, okay?? Continuing along on the “September Showcase” is Rachael and the imagine gnats, Meridian Cardigan!! What a perfect transitional piece for Fall! Don’t we all need a pattern that can be used as a layered look for a variety […]
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Sep
17
Continuing along with the “September Showcase” is Rebecca of Rock the Stitch, and her Fawn Lily Dress and Tunic {part of the Willow and Co. Pattern Shop}!! Personally, we haven’t seen anything like this dress out in blog land – the lines on it are so unique, and artsy… Needing some inspiration?? Four bloggers sewed […]
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Sep
16
Continuing on in the “September Showcase” is Laura and the Titchy Threads, Small Fry Skinny Jeans!! If you’ve ever wanted to make “real jeans” for your child….here’s your opportunity to do so! From what we’ve heard {and seen}, these are the “real deal!” Needing some inspiration?? Three bloggers sewed up some Small Fry Skinny Jeans….and […]
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Sep
15
Continuing along on the “September Showcase” is Sarah and the LouBeeClothing, Shandiin Tank and Tunic!! It seems that any LouBeeClothing design takes the sewing world wide web by storm {HELLO, Bimaa….}, and the Shandiin is no different… Needing some inspiration?? Three bloggers sewed up some Shandiin Tanks and Tunics….and have reviewed the pattern on their blogs! […]
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Sep
12
Continuing along on the “September Showcase” are the Shaffer Sisters and their debut pattern, the Betty Skirt!! Our nieces LOVE skirts, so this is sure to make our sewing list very, very soon!! This skirt has various options to fit everyone’s skirt preferences for their little one…. Needing some inspiration?? Four bloggers sewed up some […]
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Sep
11
Continuing along on the “September Showcase” is Shannon and the Peaches and Peanuts, Jack & Jill Shirt!! This pattern is sure to get a lot of use for the girls AND boys in your “sewing life!” It seems like a great, staple wardrobe piece for children of all ages!! Needing some inspiration?? Three bloggers sewed […]
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Sep
10
Continuing along on the “September Showcase” is Melissa and the Sew Like My Mom, Busy Lizzy Dress!! Talk about a blank slate of a pattern – this one has perfect “flip-ability” or such sweet lines to make it according to the pattern directions! That inverted pleat…..SWOON!! Needing some inspiration?? Three bloggers sewed up some Busy […]
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Sep
9
Okay….we did it. We completely broke our promise to ourselves to shun any and all public voting sewing competitions in the near {and distant} future. Of course, we began justifying it….stating, “It really isn’t a public voting sewing competition because judges have to select the top 12-15 entries. So, it isn’t as if we are […]
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Sep
9
Continuing along in the “September Showcase” is Jenn and the Jennuine Design, LOL Swing Top!! This is another great final sewing project for summer {Northern Hemisphere friends} or an introductory sewing project for those of you in the Southern Hemisphere….an easy sew, and one that is sure to be comfortable on your child! Needing some […]
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Sep
8
Kicking off the “September Showcase” is Suz and the sewpony Vintage, Cosi Swimsuit!! If you are looking for a final sewing project for summer {Northern Hemisphere friends} or an introductory sewing project for those of you in the Southern Hemisphere….this might be your kind of pattern! Needing some inspiration?? Three bloggers sewed up some Cosi […]
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