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Love Notions Girls Tidal

The Girls Tidal pattern from Love Notions is here!!!

This post contains affiliate links. I joined the Love Notions affiliate program AFTER testing for her and trying her patterns. I love that her patterns go through a very thorough testing process and include all the bells and whistles like no-trim pages, layered sizing, and detailed tutorials. I get a small commission when you buy through my links that I then use to buy more fabric to sew up more new patterns 😉

The Girls Tidal pattern has all the same great looks as the Ladies Version (you can see mine here). There are tank, sleeveless, and short sleeve options. Top, knee length dress, and maxi choices make it super versatile too!

I love that this pattern is so quick and easy to sew (we’re talking it took me longer to hem than it does to actually sew 😉

It’s such a multifaceted pattern and I love that we got a dress suitable for church and a fun tank for the 4th out of the same great pattern.

The options to mix fabrics make this so fun to play with.

The wrap sides are so unique and so, so cute!

Their Tidals fit perfectly into their wardrobes and will get so much wear. Casual, cute clothes are in high demand when you’re 7 and 8!

Love Notions is having a killer 4th of July sale this weekend and this pattern is included!

Use code ‘fireworks’ to get 25% of your purchase of $20 (this pattern is included!).

You can also grab the Girls and Ladies Tidal Bundle for a steal too!

Love Notions Tidal Top and Dress

It’s here!!! The Love Notions Tidal Top and Dress is the summer essential you’ve been waiting for!

(I am a paid Love Notions tester which means I get a little compensation for my time and materials. I’m also a Love Notions affiliate so if you purchase through links on my blog I’ll get a small kick back. Just enough to get me a little more fabric to keep up with the next fabulous Love Notions pattern!)

I love, love testing for Tami at Love Notions. Each pattern goes through the ringer and the end result is always the best it can be. She is super receptive to feedback and works right along side the testers to perfect the fit of each piece.

There are a three different sleeve options- tank, sleeveless, and short sleeve. You can also make it a top, knee-length dress, or maxi. I need a sleeve so I was thrilled when she added that option.

It features a wrap around seam and either bands or binding finishing options. The top has a slight high low hem. It is an amazingly quick sew and I couldn’t stop making them!

This cute coral dress was made in the first round of testing. The fit right off was pretty good and I absolutely love this dress. I used beautiful stretch lace and cotton lycra from Raspberry Creek Fabrics.

I made version two in more cotton lycra and stretch lace from RCF. Cotton lycra is a bit thick for this drapey top and I was anxious to make another version with something a bit more flowy.

This version is one of my favorites! I love the fit of it. The sleeves were a bit wide though and continued to be tweaked through the testing process.

This top was made with the final version and the sleeve fit is perfection!

I’d been dying to make a maxi version and this one in CLUB stripes from RCF is just what I was looking for.

It’s so fun to accessorize and so comfy and chic!

I have a feeling my summer wardrobe will be filled with Tidal’s!

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Make sure you check out Love Notions Memorial Day sale to get all my favorite patterns for a steal! Check out my Summer Caye’s, Tabitha Tops, Tessa Dresses, Li’l Laundry Day Tee, Sybil Skirts and Sabrina Slims.

Summer Caye Bermudas

Summer is in the air… The kids are getting antsy, end of the year programs/performances fill our days, and I’m hanging in there just waiting for those lazy summer days.

As the weather warms up, off come the jeans and in come the shorts- hallelujah!

For the Summer Sewing- The Long and Short of it tour, I sewed up some bermuda length Summer Caye’s (affl. link) by Love Notions. I love my pant versions and knew these would make the perfect summer short for me.

For my version, I cut them at the knee line in the pattern and did a full elastic waistband with a faux drawstring. If I’m wearing shorts, I’m most likely chasing kids at the park or roasting in the sun at a soccer game so comfort is key. I also used the slimmer wide leg cut line for the back piece and just rolled my hem up instead of using the cuff piece (the cuff pattern piece is made for the palazzo width).

I used Art Gallery denim and used the reverse for contrast on the pockets, hem, and waistband. They are so soft and lightweight!

Such a quick, easy pattern and I’m thinking I need a knit pair real soon too!

Make sure you check out the other bloggers today. Ti has a great giveaway you don’t want to miss! Happy Summer Sewing!

Summer Sewing, The Long and the Short Of It

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Dive into Dolmans Round-up Review

Can you believe the end is here? I’ve had such a blast with my co-bloggers and have learned so much. Did you pick a favorite pattern? Maybe find a couple you just HAD to have?

Here’s a little run-down of what we reviewed:

Diving Into Dolmans Week 1

Sewing By Ti- Sew Much Ado Seafarer
Creative Counselor- Sewing Cake’s The Tee
Sew Sophie Lynn- Patterns for Pirates Pumpkin Spice
Made By Melli- Patterns for Pirates Sweet Tee

Guest blogger: Rebel and Malice- Jalie Dolman #3352

Diving Into Dolmans Week 2

Sewing By Ti- Create Kids Couture Donna’s Dolman
Creative Counselor- Blue Dot Patterns Georgia
Sew Sophie Lynn- EYMM Kymy’s Dolman

Guest bloggers: Rebel and Malice- Kzjo Poppy
Adventures with Bubba and Bug- Little Kiwi’s Closet Take Flight Dolman

Diving Into Dolmans Week 3

Sewing By Ti- Peekaboo Sunkissed Tee
Creative Counselor- Seamwork Aberdeen
SewSophieLynn– Hey June Aurora
Made by Melli-Peekaboo Sunkissed Tee

Guest Bloggers: Sew Far North – EYMM Assymetrical Top
Adventures with Bubba and Bug- Seamingly Smitten Dolman Sleeve Sweater with Assymmetrical Collar
Dos Natural Sistas- Hey June Aurora

Diving Into Dolmans Week 4

Sewing by Ti: Jalie #3352 Dolman
Creative Counselor: Maria Denmark Olivia Oversized Tee
SewSophieLynn- Itch to Stitch Carey
Made by Melli – Shwin Day Tripper

Guest Blogger: Sew Far North – Seamingly Smitten Women’s Dolman Sleeve Sweater
Mahlica Designs: Fancy Tiger One Hour Top

Diving Into Dolmans Week 5

Sewing By Ti: Patterns for Pirates Pumpkin Spice
Creative Counselor: EYMM Natasha
SewSophieLynn- Tessuti Mandy Boat Tee

Guest bloggers: Sew Far North – Nap Time Creations Easy Breezy Summer Tee
Lulu & Celeste: Shwin Day Tripper

Diving Into Dolmans Round Up

Sewing By Ti
Creative Counselor
Sew Sophie Lynn

Guest Bloggers: Bubba and Bug

I love seeing them all together- what a variety of fits and features! All dolmans are definetely not created equal.

To check out my other beloved dolmans you can head here.

Ready to see my picks? Drumroll please….

My surprise favorite is …

The Itch to Stitch Carey Top! I love, love this top! It’s not super versatile (like, I think people will catch on if I were to sew up a dozen and wear them everyday) BUT I will make more for sure. I really want a light woven version for summer. The gathered arms are just so fantastic and unique and really elevate this pattern.

Most comfortable goes to…

The Mandy Boat Tee from Tessuti. It’s such a cute, comfy silhouette and very easy to wear. Not the most flattering but most days I don’t really care 😉

The one I’m most anxious to sew up again is…

The Hey June Aurora Tee. I love the side colorblock option with this pattern and definitely need to try it. I also want an easy-breezy short sleeve version for summer. Adrianna recently posted the cutest slouchy Aurora tee hack here that I’m dying to try too.

Most flattering goes to…

EYMM Kymy’s Dolman. My poor little chest and lack of waist gets camouflaged great in this silhouette. I’d love to try the side rouching option for even more belly hiding. I think in a drapier fabric it will be even better!

My cool weather staple will be…

the Pumpkin Spice Dolman from Patterns for Pirates. I love the silhouette of this tee with the long sleeves. The volume up top with a fitted sleeve and waist works wonders on my frame too. I will definitely be making more of these when the weather cools down.

My go-to staples will remain the same…

Sew Much Ado’s Seafarer Top is so quick and I love the slim fit of it. It’s the perfect basic top for me.

Shwin’s Daytripper Top is another go-to that I can’t give up- pockets in a top are genius! I’ve even hacked this one into my favorite loose-fitting maxi dress. It’s just so good!

The Love Notions La Bella Donna Top is so super flattering and could potentially dethrone my other got-to’s. I need to make a short sleeve version stat but I absolutely adore my long sleeve ones.

K- are you feeling overwhelmed? That’s a lot of dolmans, right there! The great thing about the pdf world is that there is something for everybody. I certainly loved following my co-bloggers on this adventure and even with my abundance of dolman patterns I think I may pick up a couple of their favorites too. Dolmans are so versatile and each pattern has it’s own unique fit and options that I hope you found the perfect pattern (or two…or ten!).

A HUGE thank you to the designers who so willingly gave patterns for this series and to the other bloggers who worked so hard each week. Thanks Ti for letting me join in the fun.

And thank ya’ll for following along! I hope to see you around here again soon!

Dive into Dolmans Bonus

I know- it’s not Thursday but I’ve got a special little bonus post for you.

Dolmans were some of the first pdf’s I ever tried and the very first knit garments I ever sewed myself. They are just perfect for beginners.

The Seafarer Top by Sew Much Ado is so quick and easy and I have a million in my closet.

It’s a slim fitting dolman with just the right arm curve, in my opinion. There are options for bands or hems and also a pocket piece. I love to change up the band widths for different looks too.

It makes a great basic top and looks totally different depending on fabric choice.

This is my favorite and it’s done in a poly jersey knit. You can check out Ti’s full review here. I think it’s great to see it on a different body type too and hers looks awesome.

Another favorite dolman pattern is the Day Tripper Top from Shwin Designs.

You can get full reviews of this pattern at Lulu and Celeste and Made By Melli.

I love all the options with this one- short sleeve, long sleeves, different hem lengths and curves, and POCKETS! The pockets are the best!!!

I love this cozy reverse french terry version. The pockets make it perfect paired with leggings.

I love the longer length to keep my toosh covered and comfortable.

It’s a looser fit than the Seafarer and I love the slouchiness of it. Bonus- it can be made in a woven too!

Aren’t dolmans just a thing of beauty? So quick and so cute!

I can’t leave out the fabulous Love Notions La Bella Donna (affl. link) that I reviewed here. It’s full of options too and looks great on every body. It’s got a longer dolman sleeve that creates a flattering silhouette. With tunic and regular length and multiple sleeve options, it’s a super versatile pattern to have.

Stay tuned tomorrow for a full round-up and links to see what my co-bloggers picked as their favorites too! Thanks for joining in on the super fun tour!

Love Notions Summer Caye Pants

Oh, Summer Caye’s, I love you!

*This post contains affiliate links. I get a small commission if you make a purchase through my links, which I will then use to buy more fabric and sew up more beauties to convince you to buy more patterns (isn’t that how it works 😉 ). I am also a paid tester for Love Notions and got on board AFTER falling in love with the patterns.

The newest pattern from Love Notions is simply divine!

With tons of options for women and girls, you can wear this pattern everyday if you wanted to.

I know me and my girls will definitely have a closetful.

There are multiple length options. You can choose 4″ or 6″ shorts for girls or 6″ and 9″ inseam length for women. There are also capri and full length choices. The girl’s pattern comes in sizes 2T- 16 and 8P-16P. The women’s pattern will fit sizes 0-28 (waist sizes 24.5″-45.5″).

All my versions feature a simple hem but there are a handful of options there too. You can add a cuff, split-hem, and a gorgeous tulip-hem.

And pockets… these are genius in construction! Super cute without the bulk.

The ladies version has two width options- wide leg (a bit narrower) on the left and palazzo on the right.

So many choices… one for every day of the week. I’m excited to try some shorts for myself next!

This is a size 8 pant length out of linen from Joann’s. They are so unlike her normal skinny jeans and we both love these!

I love these pants with a denim jacket!

You might recognize her shorts fabric from this Naples top. I had just enough fabric left for these shorts. You better believe I wasn’t wasting a scrap of this lusciousness!

My gorgeous rayon challis came from Raspberry Creek Fabrics. This particular print sold-out in a heartbeat but there are still quite a few to pick from. I think the tie dye would be awesome for these. Head over to the Love Notions Blog for a sweet RCF coupon code.

This rayon challis was a Hancock fabric score (oh, how I will miss my Hancock’s!).

You can grab the Ladies and Girls patterns separately or pick up the bundle for even more savings. They are on sale through 5/6 and you won’t want to miss it!

Tabitha Top by Love Notions

(This post contains affiliate links. I became a Love Notions affiliate AFTER trying her patterns and loving the high quality, amazing results I got from them.)

I’ve been dying over all the ready-to-wear tops with fun shirt-tail, lace, or other trim hems. They seem to be everywhere these days.

I can always count on Tami at Love Notions to fill my closet with the latest trends and classic pieces.

The Tabitha Top is a classic semi-fitted knit top with multiple sleeve and hem options.

My first shirt I made with the cute shirttail hem. It’s such a darling detail and adds so much charm.

My second tee is more casual with a contrast yoke and split hem.

There’s also a fun lace hem option that I can’t wait to make. I want to fill my wardrobe with these tees- they take my mom-i-form up a notch for sure!

Like the Tessa Dress, the Tabitha has multiple sleeve choices (sleeveless, short, elbow, 3/4, and long) and an optional front and back yoke.

I love the turned bias neckline- such a clean finish!

I love being able to use a bright, fun fabric for the yoke. I always fall in love with pretty prints but tend to gravitate towards solids or stripes in my everyday wear. This is the perfect solution! This fun print is part of the next Club Fabrics line from Raspberry Creek Fabrics (join the Facebook group to see more sneak peeks!)

The stripe version is 3/4 sleeves. The stripe fabric came from a Girl Charlee knitfix trade and is the same I used for my little miss here. The floral has been in my stash forever but I think it came from Denver Fabrics– they have a great selection of floral shirtings.

You can pick up the Tabitha Top on sale through Sunday. You can get it bundled with the Tessa dress for a great deal and the perfect jumpstart to your spring wardrobe. You can read my Tessa review here.

Love Notions Tessa Dress

Yikes! Me in a dress…AGAIN!! That’s what happens when your favorite designers both come out with AMAZING dress patterns.

The (affl. link) Tessa Dress by Love Notions is such a fantastic pattern!

It’s your classic sheath dress with tons of options.

It features a contrast yoke that makes mixing and matching fabric so fun.

Multiple sleeve lengths means you can use this pattern all year round.

My teal version is made out of teal ponte from Cali Fabrics.

I did the elbow sleeve, bateau neckline, and added a bit of length to the knee length version to accommodate my height (I’m 5’7″).

I love the simplicity of this version and how versatile it will be to wear. It was perfect for Easter Sunday!

My second version is a bit more casual. I did the contrast yoke and sleeves, bateau neck and short sleeves.

The dots are Club Fabrics from Raspberry Creek Fabrics and the floral is one I picked up from two different online sources since I loved it so much (unfortunately it is out of stock both places)! I used it here too. This pic is a great detail of the back which is two pieces to really shape it and bring it in.

I love this version and will totally be sporting it just like this on the countless Saturday’s spent at the soccer fields.

As a bonus you can use this pattern with the Sybil Skirt (affl. link) to create countless new looks! You can read about my love for the Sybil here.

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Tami also released a top version called the Tabitha (you can read about mine soon)! You can pick up the bundle here or the single patterns here and here (all affl. links) on sale through Sunday!

Love Notions Vanguard Set

Two boy posts in a row- hallelujah!!! Boys clothes are kinda boring and they tend to get overlooked for all the cute girly things I’d rather be sewing. Until now…

I showed you an amazing hoodie yesterday on my big kid. Today my littlest guy gets to show off the Vanguard Set by Love Notions (affl. links). It’s on sale now through Sunday, March 6th.

It’s a versatile top and pants set that any boy will love. It comes in sizes 2t-14 to fit all the little boys in your life.

The details on these pants are so extraordinary! Big cargo pockets are perfect for storing all kinds of little boy treasures (like rocks and wood chips, of course).

Side slash pockets, knee darts, and a faux fly all add to the details that take these pants to the next level.

Elastic ankle cuffs and a knit waistband make these as comfy as they are cool!

The tee has so, so many fun color blocking options.

I went for a simple short sleeve version but there is a color blocked long sleeve option too!

I did the crewneck version but a v-neck and hood option are included.

I love that you can use this pattern all year long! I’m excited to make a long-sleeve hooded version come fall.

This set is just the ultimate in little boy fashion.

For the tee I used my favorite cotton lycra solids from Raspberry Creek Fabrics and Purple Seamstress.

This amazing fabric for the pants is duck cloth from Hobby Lobby. I originally bought it to make pillows but I love it as ‘Explorer Pants’!

My sweet little guy wasn’t feeling so great when we did this shoot. He was so excited to get outside but this shot is so sweet and sad at the same time. When your littles are sick their eyes say it all!

The fresh air was great for him and he still couldn’t help but be my cute, goofy little buddy!

Make sure you pick up the pattern here! Another Love Notions pattern that will be in constant rotation at our house!

Kids Clothes Week Part One

It’s that time of year again… Kids Clothes Week. A week of devoting one hour a day to sewing for your kiddos. And yes, around here every week is kids clothes week.

But for this one week it’s great to know that you’re sewing along with other moms all around the world.

I’ve been busy this week with more pattern tests that I’ll share with you next week. I did get in a few quick sews that I’ve been dying to try.

First up is the Pistachio Tee by Sew Like My Mom. This pattern has so, so many fun options and it’s been on my to-sew list since it came out.

I did a simple short sleeve version and used this fab Superhero fabric my cute sister sent to me. There are options in the pattern for long sleeves, multiple elbow patches, colorblocking, and a cute peplum.

This little guy was under the weather and did NOT want his picture taken. This picture just cracks me up!!

Big sis has been wanting to recreate her favorite ready-to-wear dolman top. The La Bella Top (affl. link) from Love Notions was absolutely perfect for it.

Her first version we did a simple three quarter sleeve top version and doubled the bottom band width. It’s exactly what she was hoping for and just had to wear it that night to a family gathering.

I love this girl’s style and her fabric choices and accessories! Totally how I’d wear it!

On her second version we used Raspberry Creek Fabrics Navy Club dots to compliment a jersey knit from RCF also.

I love this version so much! It’s so fun and casual.

I’m hoping to knock out a couple more things before the week ends. Any excuse to sew, right?! Are you sewing along?

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