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Today, I'm sharing a pattern with you FOR FREE!! I've had this kicking around my drafts folder for ages and it brought me joy to finish it up. Now, I hope to bring you some joy too!This Dress has a curved bodice for a cute subtle hi lo look. It also has ruffles sewn into …
Bodice with 4 pleats and circle skirt sewn by Flock of Cupcakes Learn how to modify an existing pattern to include pleats.I'll show you in this video how to modify the Every Which Way Bodice to include 3 pleats on the front like the Well Dressed Wolf Innocence dress.I've also included a mini circle skirt …
I have been in love with this pattern forever. I can't remember when I first saw it on the internet, but it's always had my heart. The scallops, the double flutters, the vintageness...I am proud to introduce Bee's Knees to you. This pattern will give you over 40 different pinafore styles to pick from! Each …
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More tutorials - CLICK HEREPattern hacks - CLICK HEREFreebies - CLICK HERE These bows have been popping up all over the place! They are EVERYWHERE! The good news is that they're super easy to sew. The bad news is that they're not so easy to tie. Medium Bow 15" x 4" In the video below, …
Measuring may seem basic and it is, if you know where you're supposed to measure. My patterns are drafted using the ASTM standards for a child's age/size and measure accordingly. When measuring, it's best to do so over snug clothing like a camisole and underpants or a tank top and leggings. If you measure …
My daughter has about 1 million cardigans in her closet. Around here, it never gets terribly cold, so they are worn a lot (sometimes as outerwear). Unfortunately, they’re a bit boring day in and day out. So, I made some bling for them. For a girl who loves to accessorize, the first order of business …
Previously, I'd posted this tutorial over at The Sewing Rabbit. I will show you how to draft your own tulip sleeved jacket from any existing bodice pattern you already have. You can use the info on making a tulip sleeve for anything you'd like from dresses to jackets. I’ll show you how to make the rest …
I wrote this post for The Sewing Rabbit originally, but I'm posting it here now for your enjoyment. This is such an easy and quick little belt to put together, you can whip up in under 10 minutes. I did all three in about 30, and that included the embellishments! If your daughter is anything like mine, …
Do you need a quick themed skirt for a holiday or event? I have a very simple tutorial for you today. You can add this to any any existing skirt or whip up a simple elastic waist skirt. I won’t do a tutorial for making the skirt itself since there are a lot of great …
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