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Nov
18
So, after familiarizing ourselves with the Sunki pattern on EA’s minor “flip,” we delved into making CL’s a slightly more drastic one. Now, for a little ‘history': Approximately a month ago, we made EA an “experiment” smock for her birthday – circumventing the ‘no clothes’ statement she made in regards to gift requests. {In all […]
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Nov
15
October’s “Flip this Pattern” was all about Figgy’s Studio’s Sunki Dress / Tunic / Leggings Pattern. And, while we are the hostesses of this series….it appears we aren’t the best at adhering to our own set deadlines!! Obviously… Last spring, while we were mulling over the 12 patterns to include in “Flip this Pattern,” the Sunki […]
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Nov
14
Maegen, from Foster Ramblings, is here to give you her “Flipped Creation” for the Peek-a-Boo Pattern Shop, Hangout Hoodie. ************************************************************************ I am really thrilled to be a part of this competition! I love the Hangout Hoodie pattern, and it has truly been a pleasure to flip. I actually changed my mind at the last minute, […]
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Nov
7
Jess, from If Only They Would Nap, is here to give you her “Flipped Creation” for the Peek-a-Boo Pattern Shop, Hangout Hoodie. ************************************************************************ Hi friends! Jess from If Only They Would Nap here. I’m so excited to be here as part of the Flip This Pattern competition! I love a good think-outside-the-box challenge, and I […]
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Nov
6
While we’ve been giddy with excitement over the Flip this Pattern series, today is what it is all about….and we aren’t referencing the spectacular prizes up for grabs!!! It is all about you!!! Inspiration! Creativity! Design! Camaraderie! Sewing enthusiasm! Sew-alongs will always hold a special place in our hearts! These venues are where strong, blogging friendships form and […]
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Nov
5
November’s pattern has been introduced and a lovely discount code has been given {good through tomorrow, November 6}. And, now it is time to “meet the competitors” for this month! The November “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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Oct
30
November’s pattern company is one of those companies that will not leave you wanting when you go visit the store. Wow, at the pattern possibilities – AND it is ever-growing. We really don’t know how the founder, Amy, does what she does….and manages to do it with excellence! So what’s our story about Peek-a-Boo Pattern […]
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Oct
29
“Flip this Pattern, Month FIVE” is in the books…..and, boy, oh boy, it didn’t disappoint! Four fantastic guest contributors {Meghan, Michelle, Jen, and Cherie} and some pretty awesome / creative sew-along participants showed us the endless possibilities for sewing with the Figgy’s Studio, Sunki Dress / Tunic / Leggings. Wow, at the inspiration popping up all over […]
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Oct
25
What a month!!! Sewing inspiration at its finest, if we do say so ourselves!! The month’s challenge?? “Flip this Pattern” using the Figgy’s Studio Sunki Dress / Tunic / Leggings 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 […]
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Oct
24
Cherie, from you & mie, is here to give you her “Flipped Creation” for the Figgy’s Studio: Sunki Dress / Tunic / Leggings. ************************************************************************ Hello! Cherie from you & mie here and I’m so excited to finally be able to share my Sunki flip with you! I decided to take this stylish dress and turn […]
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Oct
17
Jen, from iCandy handmade, is here to give you her “Flipped Creation” for the Figgy’s Studio: Sunki Dress / Tunic / Leggings. ************************************************************************ Hello Frances Suzanne readers- I am so excited to be here today! My name is Jen and I blog over at iCandy handmade. I was so happy to be asked to […]
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Oct
10
Michelle, from Handmade Martini, is here to give you her “Flipped Creation” for the Figgy’s Studio: Sunki Dress / Tunic / Leggings. ************************************************************************ I am overjoyed to be visiting from Handmade Martini to share with you! When Emily and Ashley asked me to be a part of this series, I was humbled and thrilled. Flipping patterns is […]
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Oct
3
Meghan, from Once Upon a Notion, is here to give you her “Flipped Creation” for the Figgy’s Studio: Sunki Dress / Tunic / Leggings. ************************************************************************ To say I was speechless when I received an email from Ashley and Emily to be a part of a sewing competition on their blog would be an understatement! I was beyond […]
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Oct
2
Who’s up for another “Flip this Pattern” sew-along PAR-TAY!?!?! Let’s do it: using Figgy’s Studio: Sunki as our springboard for inspiration! Because….It is all about you: Inspiration! Creativity! Camaraderie! Sewing enthusiasm! Sew-alongs will always hold a special place in our hearts! These venues are where strong, blogging friendships form and are maintained. We want our blog […]
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Oct
1
October’s “Flip this Pattern” has been introduced and a lovely 10% discount code, FLIPIT, has been given {good through October 2} on ALL Figgy’s Patterns. So, now it is time to “meet the competitors” for this month! The October “Flip this Pattern” competitors have been chomping at the bit to show you their “Flipped Creations”….and they are ready […]
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Sep
29
FRANCES SUZANNE’S SIGNATURE STYLE: While always up for discussion, our signature style looks something like this: Solid colors, piping, a vintage flair, collars, pleats, tucks, hand embroidery…. sometimes all of these characteristics, sometimes just a few. Probably the only thing missing in this outfit was some hand embroidery, and since we’ve been on a hiatus […]
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Sep
26
October’s pattern company is one we’ve admired from afar for too, too long! So, what better opportunity than to throw Shelly of Figgy’s Patterns in the “pattern flipping mix” than through designating one of her patterns as the “Flip this Pattern” for October??? But, which pattern to choose?? We had previously purchased two Figgy’s patterns […]
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Sep
24
“Flip this Pattern, Month Four” is in the books…..and we can’t believe how the year is flying by! Three fantastic guest contributors {Ajaire, Shannon, and Sally} and a multitude of sew-along creations whet our appetites for the endless possibilities for sewing the Pattern Anthology, Alphabet Collection. This was our ‘MYSTERY MONTH': One that highlighted four pattern designers, housed under […]
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Sep
20
Another fantastic month is in the books for “FLIP this PATTERN”!! The month’s challenge?? “Flip this Pattern” using Pattern Anthology’s Alphabet Collection and creating a look that was interesting, unique, and inspiring. While the three contestants all brought their own interpretation of how to flip these patterns to the competition, the sew-along group offered some amazing entries as […]
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Sep
19
Sally, from Daisy Chain Creations, is here to give you her “Flipped Creation” for the Pattern Anthology {Alphabet Collection} Study Hall Jacket by The Train to Crazy. ******************************************************************************** Sally here, from Daisy Chain Creations and can I just say how much fun I’ve had doing this ‘flip’? It’s truly been a collaboration of minds with my 5 […]
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