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I’ve been making a dent in my project pile lately and it’s such a good feeling. This little mermaid is from the book “Wee Wonderfuls” by Hillary Lang. I made one other doll from this book – the Tag-a-Long doll. They were so much fun to make (I ended up making 3) I knew I […] Read more…
I was fortunate enough to get an advanced copy of Oliver+S‘ new pattern: Playtime Dress, Tunic and Leggings to review for Sew Mama Sew. The pattern is now available and I really liked it! Like all Oliver+S patterns, they are beautifully designed and detailed. This was my first time using a digital pattern from Oliver+S. […] Read more…
I loved the first Beach Robe I made so much that I made a second — for Connor. I had to draft up several sizes for him. It worked out pretty well. I didn’t do any testing of the drafted pattern, I just drafted, cut and sewed. I love the green terrycloth on this […] Read more…
I really love how this Beach Robe (pattern from MADE) turned out. I had to enlarge the pattern slightly as it didn’t go up to her current size. But it turned out great. The turquoise terrycloth came from Jo-Anns and so did the hood lining. That’s Cloud 9 organic fabrics for the lining (which I […] Read more…
I made a simple pair of pants for Connor. I used Joel Dewberry’s Notting Hill : Tartan in Aquamarine. The pants have an simple elastic waist and pockets hidden in the side seams. He loves his new pants — “spiffy” was the word he used. He seems like he’s growing like a weed again — […] Read more…
