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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!Scroll to the bottom to download the pattern.This Dress has a curved bodice for a cute subtle hi lo …
In case you hadn’t noticed, puff sleeves and sweetheart necklines are everywhere. I’ve seen them in every store from women’s clothing to baby sections. I have to admit, I love them. I also love a sweetheart neckline. There is something so feminine and delightful about it. I’ve done the sweetheart neckline a few times in …
Our newest pattern is almost ready and I thought I'd tell you a little bit about it! I know it's been a while since I've done this, but I thought there might be a few questions about this new pattern and her sister Who's Got the Button, and I figured I could answer those here. …
Over at Duchess and Hare, we just released 2 new patterns. Roundabout Hi Lo Tunic and Dress along with Home Stretch Leggings in 5 lengths. These two are such quick sews, I was able to sew up 7 garments in a weekend! SEVEN!!! Seriously, from cut to finish, each pair of leggings takes about 20 …
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A La Heart (click here to buy) is a favorite around here. It's full of vintage sentimental charm and absolutely PERFECT for Valentines day. It's already packed with options like a tulip skirt, shorts romper, gathered skirt, or full circle mini skirt, but I'm going to add one more option to it! Here is how to …
If you've ever tried to dress a kid, or yourself, you know how important a placket is. It allows the dress to open up wide enough to easily take it off and put it on. Unless a dress has a wide waist and a lot of ease, a placket or a zipper is needed.Below I'll …
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, …
This is part 2 of a several part series. See all of the posts here. Read all the way to the bottom to enter the giveaway! This mini capsule wardrobe uses Hawthorne Supply Co's September Blooms by Shopcabin and Hawthorne Hues. I love the fall colors, delicate florals, and cute prints in this collection. The rayon is such …
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Button front sundresses are all the rage right now! It seems like everyone has a pattern for them everywhere I look. It turns out that making a button front dress from Love Pattern #9 needs only ONE pattern modification. I always like to see if I can make a small modification to an existing pattern …
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Over the last few blog posts, I've been showing you how to modify patterns to get the most out of your purchase. With just a few patterns, you can get a practically infinite wardrobe. This adorable top is a sleeveless Every Which Way (buy here) with a button front. Annie shortened the top to …
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