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2014
Dec
22
Last, but definitely not least, is happy baby LG {who is absolutely tickled to have handmades designed especially for her}! When trying to decide which pattern would work for LG, we struggled with size availability. We felt like she needed long sleeves, but we also needed it in a size 3-6M. In the end, we […]
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Dec
19
“The one in the middle is the green kangaroo“, or in our case, “the ham”. Between her sweet speech, “where’d Emmy doe?” and her being a “tandy torn” for Halloween, her aloofness and an occasional bursting into the fight song of her daddy’s team arch rival {ahem}…she keeps us in stitches. And while this child […]
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Dec
17
Last year, we decided to forego Christmas pajamas. Maybe it was time constraints, and the fact they could still ‘semi-wear’ their pjs from the previous year. Or maybe it was the notion that Christmas pjs were a one hit wonder for one day/month. Although in reality, we have seen enough Christmas pajamas on parade from […]
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Dec
11
Hi everyone! We are over at Oliver and S today, sharing another favorite Oliver and S pattern. That’s right….another one!! We shared a favorite earlier this year, and since there are two of us, we were granted a second appearance with a favorite pattern {SOOOOO HELPFUL for two indecisive aunts….}. While we haven’t sewn the Music Class […]
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Dec
3
So, our sister put in a request…..and if you follow along, you’ll know she doesn’t do that very often {*and she graciously accepts any creation sent her way time and time again}!! You see, last Fall/Winter, EA’s go-to attire was the Oliver and S, Playtime Tunic and Leggings {ie: our first “date” with Mr. Knit}. […]
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Dec
1
What a month!! “Flip this Pattern: Fall 2014” sure didn’t disappoint!! Such a lovely way to end “Flip this Pattern: Fall 2014″! Such beauty….from the creations, to the lovely photographs, and then….the stunning children modeling the Dear My Kids, Trendy Unisex Pea Coat! The guest contributors {Laura, An, Angie, and Chelise} and the fantastic sew-along […]
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Nov
28
What a week of sewing inspiration!!! The four competitors really showcased their talents, and the many ways to use the Dear My Kids, Trendy Unisex Pea Coat as a springboard to a variety of flips!! The month’s challenge?? “Flip this Pattern” using the Dear My Kids, Trendy Unisex Pea Coat and create a look that was interesting, […]
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Nov
27
Chelise, from Chelise Patterson, is here to give you her “Flipped Creation” for the Dear My Kids, Trendy Unisex Pea Coat. ******************************************************************* Happy Thanksgiving! It is officially okay now to start getting excited about Christmas… you have my permission. So let us set up the tree, jingle the bells, and check out my flip of […]
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Nov
26
Angie, from Edith and Eloise, is here to give you her “Flipped Creation” for the Dear My Kids, Trendy Unisex Pea Coat. ******************************************************************* Hello everyone! I am super excited to share my flip of the Trendy Unisex Pea Coat pattern by Dear My Kids. This isn’t my first time sewing a coat for my daughter […]
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Nov
25
An, from StraightGrain, is here to give you her “Flipped Creation” for the Dear My Kids, Trendy Unisex Pea Coat. ******************************************************************* Hi everyone! I’m An from the blog StraightGrain, and I’m so happy to share my flip with you today. Let me start off with expressing my love for the Trendy Unisex Pea Coat pattern. […]
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Nov
24
Laura, from Behind the Hedgerow, is here to give you her “Flipped Creation” for the Dear My Kids, Trendy Unisex Pea Coat. ******************************************************************* Well, hello there flipped pattern enthusiasts! I’m Laura from Behind the Hedgerow and I’m here to confess that I have spent far too much time, energy and all-consuming thought on this flipped […]
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Nov
23
The time has come to “Meet the Competitors” for the month of November. It all began with the Dear My Kids, Trendy Unisex Pea Coat … and then, the FLIPPING began! First, as an introduction by Suzanne {Winter Wonderings} with her Trendy Unisex Pea Coat… And, this week will be all about the competitors! And, prizes!! […]
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Nov
18
Each Fall, the search is on for ONE THING: “Fall Fabric” Yep…..that “subtle fabric” that can “blend” into some perfect collegiate football attire, without screaming – “That’s a _____________ {insert blank} football fan!” Paired with the fact our brother-in-law cheers for the in-state rival, we have to be STEALTH. UNDERCOVER. SECRETIVE. We claim, “we sew….we […]
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Nov
10
Have you ever wondered how a given pattern would hold up through an active day in the life of a four year old?? Well….brace yourself. You’re about to get a second-hand glimpse of how EA put the Oliver and S, Bubble Dress to the test!! Each October, the nieces come to “Farm Day” – the […]
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Nov
4
It’s time to LINK UP your FLIP of the Dear My Kids, Trendy Unisex Pea Coat. And, if you haven’t already done so, go grab your copy of the Trendy Unisex Pea Coat {or any Dear My Kids pattern for that matter} at a 25% discounted price {discount code: FLIPDMK25} until Friday, November 10. **November Sew-Along Judges […]
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Nov
3
And, so we begin again!!! Another fabulous month of “Flip this Pattern” is set to begin…and, while it’s hard to believe, it’s OUR FINAL MONTH of the Flip this Pattern: Fall 2014 installment!!! What better way to kick off a month of FLIPS than by having a Viewers’ Choice Winner from last year share a […]
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Oct
29
That’s right!!! We couldn’t sit this one out!! The pattern had a vintage vibe. Our niece needed some more long-sleeved attire. And, it was October’s “Flip this Pattern” of choice. Too bad we didn’t post our UNflipped version of it prior to the competitors’ creations. But, such is life…..and here it is, nonetheless! We purchased […]
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Oct
27
What a month!! “Flip this Pattern: Fall 2014” sure didn’t disappoint!! Didn’t the competing ladies “bring it” this month??? Such beauty….from the creations, to the lovely photographs, and then….the stunning children modeling the Brownie-Goose, Hattie! The guest contributors {Bethany, Rachel, Crystal, and Tasha} and the fantastic sew-along creations whet our sewing appetites for the endless […]
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Oct
24
What a week of sewing inspiration!!! The four competitors really showcased their talents, and the many ways to use the Brownie-Goose, Hattie as a springboard to a variety of flips!! The month’s challenge?? “Flip this Pattern” using the Brownie-Goose, Hattie and create a look that was interesting, unique, and inspiring. While the four contestants all brought their […]
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Oct
23
Tasha, from Glitter & Wit, is here to give you her “Flipped Creation” for the Brownie-Goose, Hattie. ******************************************************************* My name is Tasha, and I blog at Glitter+Wit. I’m no stranger to flipping patterns, but I guess I’m out of practice–this Hattie dress threw me for loop! I originally wanted to sew the obvious (a coat), […]
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