Today’s post was going to be titled “Versatile Skirt/Dress Made from Sew Cheeky Fabric’s Retro Doodle knit” or something to that effect. I sewed up this great dress that can also be worn as a knee-length skirt or midi-length skirt depending on my mood. I did it without using a pattern – go me! And wahoo …
Bow Back Beauty by Little Kiwi’s Closet
Recently, I had the opportunity to test out Little Kiwi’s Closet Bow Back Beauty. I was assigned to make 2 bodysuit options in the 6-12 month size. I chose a smaller size, because Little Miss is tiny! She’s such a peanut. I figured, based upon the measurements that it would fit better than the twelve month …
Bahama Mama Colorblock Tankini Top & Boyshorts from Peek-a-Boo Pattern Shop
Recently, I had the opportunity to test for Peek-a-Boo Pattern Shop. I’ve wanted to do a swimsuit for a while, and I have a collection of swim fabrics built up, but I was nervous since swim fabric can be a challenge. When I was offered the chance to test a swimsuit, I jumped at it. …
Volcanica Coffee Costa Rica and Amaretto Blends (And Giveaway!)
Oh boy have I been wanting to share this with you. I recently was able to taste-test two of Volcanica Coffee’s blends. If you haven’t tried this company, you should. They are quite good. I was provided with a credit toward one pound of coffee and shipping; I decided I would try two of their flavors …
Wine Notes: 1995 Mavrodaphne
This is one of many tasting notes I’ve been wanting to share with you for a while. Unfortunately, I put my tasting notes in one of those “safe” places and uh, just located them a couple of days ago. Following teething shenanigans from Baby Girl and a lot of great client work, I’m now able …
Those Bella Sunshine Design Leggings with Bows
As promised, here are the pictures of the Bella Sunshine Design Bow Tie Leggings with their bows. This is probably the least you’ll ever see me write in a post. The link to purchase the pattern will be at the end, that way you don’t have to scroll back up to find it. For now, …
Bella Sunshine Designs’ Bow Tie Leggings
Brace yourself for too much cute. Seriously. I pattern tested for new designer Bella Sunshine Desings recently. She has these great ideas, by the time I finished sewing 7 (yes 7) pairs of leggings, I had them down to a science. The bow tie leggings are easy to sew, and they are a really nice …
Patterns for Pirates Layer Me Up Tee
You’re in luck, because today I have two new patterns to introduce you to. The first is the “Layer Me Up Tee” by Patterns for Pirates. It was my first time pattern testing for Judy Hale, and I’m really excited about the two shirts I made during the test. I have plans for 3 more. …
3 Anthologies to Support Great Causes
Three Anthologies to Support Three Great Causes Publication Date: October 4, 2013 Genre: Paranormal Romance Charity: Exotic Feline Rescue Center What is it about the tiger that so captivates? Or about the jaguar that enchants? Why are we so drawn to the lethal grace of the large feline …
Oh Butterick, Your 2015 Spring Collection is Here
So, Butterick announced the release of their 2015 spring pattern collection on Monday evening. It’s…mixed. I think the biggest problem I have with it is that they used some of the dowdiest fabrics to showcase what might otherwise be a good collection. I found myself looking at the line drawings to really figure out what …
