This Ain’t Even About Me—It’s About the Pants! – Simplicity 3036
Sometimes, a piece comes along that does all the talking for you—and these red pants? They’ve got plenty to say. When I started dreaming up this project, I knew I wanted a pair of statement pants—something bold, wearable, and full of personality. Not over-the-top, but definitely not blending into the background. I wanted that one […]
Wearing florals, but I’m not a florals girl…
Misses Jumpsuit: New Look 6554. I’m always admiring florals on others, but I’m convinced I’m just not a florals girl! But, I am becoming a knit girl! I’ve been sewing with more knits and truly enjoy working with them and it’s not as daunting as I initially thougtht. This jumpsuit was a last minute sew, […]
My dream Gardening overalls: The perfect blend of comfy for stylish gardening. – Know Me 2083
I’ve been dreaming of a pair of gardening overalls, so I finally decided to make my own! They have become my backyard staple. Every. Single. Time I go out into my backyard, I put these on. My family is already SICK OF ME!! But, I’m so excited to wear these every time I step into […]
This shirt should have been a dress – New Look 6491
Misses’ Dress: New Look 6491 So, I’m finally sharing this shirt I made last year during my deployment to Europe. It was one of first things I started, but one of the last things I finished. Using New Look 6491, I started out making a dress. Something about the colorful fabric and style of dress […]
Purple may just be my color!
Misses woven dress: McCalls 8361 Hey y’all! It’s National sewing month and I’ve been sewing my butt off. This dress is made using Ankara fabric. Although, I’ve sewed with Ankara many times as a bag maker, this is the first time using it to make a dress or any garment for that matter. The print […]
“The” Tote Bag
This style of bag has been all over my timeline, Pinterest board, I often see someone carrying it when I’m out and about, it’s everywhere. Marc Jacobs really hit gold when he released “The Tote Bag,” which I can only assume this pattern was inspired by. And it’s such a simple bag! I’d seen so […]
I made a Shacket
The shacket was all the rave last year, and I think they are still pretty popular. I mean, who knows. I only know that I was a big fa, though I couldn’t find one I really liked that was in my budget. So when I saw this fabric at Joann, I knew exactly what I […]