I had a little flair of creativity a few weeks ago and decided to try my hand at sewing a dress for my daughter from a pattern of my own creation. It is the cutest little dress, but unfortunately my daughter refuses to wear it because it takes a bit of muscle to get it over her head. I really didn't … [Read more...]
Friday’s Feature: The Fairy Tale Dress Pattern
If you have read my blog before, you know that I LOVE the Oliver + S patterns. This week I sewed the Oliver + S Fairy Tale Dress for my 2 year old in a pretty floral cotton sateen fabric. I'm really pleased with how it turned out, and I was able to try out a few new techniques as well. I adore the … [Read more...]
Pattern Giveaway!
We're so excited to announce our very first pattern giveaway! This gorgeous pattern by Oliver + S is up for grabs: Pinwheel Tunic and Slip Dress. We've got two patterns available, one size 6 mo to 4, and the other size 5 to 12. If you've never sewn Oliver + S patterns before, you're in for a real … [Read more...]
New Pattern! The Secret Agent Trench Coat
We have just received all our new patterns! I'm slowly adding them to the site, but I just had to feature this one, because it is just so darn cute! It's the Secret Agent Trench Coat Pattern, by Oliver + S. For boys and girls, this pattern features double breasted buttons, raglan sleeves, shoulder … [Read more...]
Stitches for Stretch
Sewing with S-T-R-E-T-C-H fabrics Sewing with stretch fabrics can seem a bit daunting at first. I know the first time I sewed a knit dress the neckline stitches broke the first time I pulled it over my head, and my seams seemed way too wavy. It's pretty easy to avoid these mistakes if you use the … [Read more...]