Alternate Title: Hey, I Made a Big 4 Pattern! It's true, I've made a couple of big 4 patterns in the past (like, very distant past). One was a formal dress (which I believe was my very first article of clothing ever...probably not the best idea), and one was a top. Neither turned out exceptional, … Continue reading Simplicity 1544 {Men’s Button Down Shirt}
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Family Jammies Part 2: A Union/Mandy Mash, A Heavily Modified ABB Men’s Tee, and Color-Blocked Hudsons (for me and Ben)
Did I lose you all with the title?? Haha sorry it was so ridiculously long. I knew I could create completely separate posts for each of these items...but I didn't want to, so I mashed them all together. I did make pajamas for myself and for Ben this year and I made complete sets: tops … Continue reading Family Jammies Part 2: A Union/Mandy Mash, A Heavily Modified ABB Men’s Tee, and Color-Blocked Hudsons (for me and Ben)
Family Jammies Part 1: Classic Zipper PJs from Peek-a-Boo Pattern Shop {for the girls}
Hey I hope everyone had happy holidays and is enjoying the new year! We are just trying to soak up our time together before Ben starts up his next semester. I didn't want to wait too long before sharing a post about the jammies I made us for Christmas! This post is about the PJs … Continue reading Family Jammies Part 1: Classic Zipper PJs from Peek-a-Boo Pattern Shop {for the girls}
Favorite Makes from 2020
If we were to measure this year in terms of how many sewing projects I've completed and subsequently enjoyed, I would say this year has been quite successful. I won't say any more about how this year has gone in other ways (because that needs no more spotlight), but for me and my sewing skills … Continue reading Favorite Makes from 2020
Another Union St. Tee {Shoulder Ruffle Hack+Velvet}
You guys getting sick of seeing my Union St. Tee hacks??? I'll be honest. I'm not. Hack all the Unions!!! That's my motto. I feel like three things really merged together for me to end up with this top: I've had this shoulder ruffle hack from the Megan Nielsen blog as one of my browser … Continue reading Another Union St. Tee {Shoulder Ruffle Hack+Velvet}
Driftless Cardigan Hack: Making it for a Man
I realize I'm getting awfully close to Halloween but still not posting anything costume related. This year's been weird (understatement) and I am grateful that we still have reason for costumes although our festivities will be anything but normal. In any case, I've got two costumes in the works but we've had some hang ups … Continue reading Driftless Cardigan Hack: Making it for a Man
My Chalk + Notch Joy Jacket
I made a jacket! And I totally love it! For me, making a jacket is right up there with some of the other crazy things you might make, like jeans. Like, sure, you might make a t-shirt or a dress but a jacket? No way! Except, I did! And it was so fun and so … Continue reading My Chalk + Notch Joy Jacket
The Cielo Top
Hey guys, it's been quite awhile since I last posted! I decided to take a little break from Instagram and inadvertently took a break from blogging as well. I'm not quite ready to head back to Instagram but I have been finding myself itching to get back to posting semi-regularly, so here we are! I … Continue reading The Cielo Top
Free Range Slacks (including 4 different non-pajama-y outfits)
I made something new for myself! Introducing the Free Range Slacks by Sew House Seven. This was my first time trying one of their patterns (although I've had my eye on the Tabor V-neck awhile and suspect I'll have one in my closet by winter). I've noticed that when it comes to sewing clothes, I … Continue reading Free Range Slacks (including 4 different non-pajama-y outfits)
Hey June Racerback Dresses: Sewing for the Gals
Hooray for free patterns that turn out to be total successes! Let's be honest, not all free patterns are created equal. Finding one that's totally awesome is...well...totally awesome! This Racerback Dress pattern from Hey June Handmade was a total win for me and is something I know I'm going to make again and again. I … Continue reading Hey June Racerback Dresses: Sewing for the Gals