Tulip Sleeve Jacket Tutorial

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 …

Vintage May Inspiration

I've always loved the Vintage May series.  A lot of my sewing is vintage inspired, so the series speaks to me.  I enjoy seeing what everyone comes up with each time the series comes around.  This year, I decided to take the inspiration and sew a little something of my own. I made a voile …

Easy Belt Tutorial

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, …

Pretty Peach Pinafore: Persnickety Knock Off

I couldn't resist the alliteration. So, this outfit was inspired by Persnickety.  I couldn't afford buying theirs so I made my own. I especially loved the apricot underdress.  So perfect for warm summer days and it layered beautifully with the pinafore.  I was smitten!  It's not the first time I've had to make my own …

Little Bow Pleat

I love a bold pattern but I prefer it paired with a simple style.  When I came across the Little Bow Pleat Dress from Blank Slate Patterns, I fell in love.  It's such a sweet dress with such cleans line and that bow spices it up very nicely.  It's a lovely combination.  It wasn't such …

Winter Red White and Blue

Red White and Blue, it's not just for July.  Neither are shorts.  Both are great year round. One of my favorite color combos is navy blue and red.  Why else would she own such a pair of tights?  You'd be surprised at how much they match, especially if you have a denim skirt or a …

A Haunting at St Edward

If anyone has peeked at my instagram account, they have probably noticed that I really love creepy photography.  I also love Halloween.  The two blend together into a perfect duet.  I've wanted to do a ghost photo shoot for a while and I finally got my chance yesterday 🙂 Little Miss was originally going to …

Flip this Pattern Tinny

I know I've mentioned how much I love Flip this Pattern, right?  Well, I've sewn along again.  This time it was the Tinny Dress from straight grain. I didn't' do anything terribly exciting with the pattern this time.  There are so many options with the pattern (three collars, two sleeve cuffs and three skirt options!) …

Persnickety Knock Off

I saw this Persnickety dress and instantly fell in love.  I did not love the price, especially for a brand I've never ordered from.  I had no idea about fit or quality so I wasn't going to risk it.  The pattern looked pretty simple, though, so I decided to take a go at it myself. What I …

Easy Heart Skirt Tutorial

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 …