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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!

Lucy’s for two

You know I’m on a major plaid kick. These plaid Lucy tops from Shwin Designs are pure perfection!

My lil Payton got hers before Christmas and I could hardly wait to make my own!

I used plaid flannel from Joann’s for my outer and lined it with a cozy cream microfleece. We took these shots in freezing temps and we’ve done some award worthy acting to hide our shivering 😉

The top features a crossover front with buttons at the shoulders. It’s fully lined so you can make it reversible!

I added a fun little leather detail to the hem of mine that gives it a little more ready-to-wear vibe.

Payton’s is made out of Joann’s flannel and a light chambray from LA. I added the extra buttons to hers to make hers reversible (I didn’t add the extra buttons to mine because I don’t forsee me wearing the fleece on the outside).

The fit on her is spot on and so, so cute!

I made us both size 6’s. I’m sad it only goes to 6 in girls. I’ll be adding length and tweaking the pattern so I can make many more of these for my girls in the future!

The ladies version features bust darts that add to the flattering fit. I added two inches to my length (per pattern instructions) since I am 5’7″.

The Ladies pattern offers the suggestion of wearing it open or even adding a button at the waist to wear the collar down while bringing in the waist.

I love this fall/winter version but I’m also excited to make a flowy light version for spring too.

You can pick up the girls Lucy here and the Ladies version here.

I am a Brand Ambassador for Shwin and have been provided the patterns for free but my thoughts and opinions are purely my own. I have a true love of all things Shwin!

Sisters are the BEST!

Growing up I was nine years older than my one and only sister. I sure loved to mother and treat her like my own little baby but it wasn’t until we’d grown that she became one of my best friends. I love that my girls are only 21 months apart and share that special bond already.

They couldn’t be more different personality wise but I think that helps them get along even better.

If you can’t tell, Sophie is more serious and reserved and Payton has some serious spunk!

Sophie is 8 going on 16 and Payton is happily 6 and still into dolls, playing pretend, and anything sweet and girly.

They had so much fun doing this shoot- our first real one with props and everything. I know my indoor photos need a lot of work but it’s sure fun experimenting and learning along the way. It’s a family affair as my husband helps jimmy-rig the backdrop up and is teaching me the ins and outs of the camera. I really love being able to capture the kids personalities and share my latest creations.

My little super models are getting used to all the pics and for the right price ($1 a shoot as they save for Christmas) I think we all have fun in the process!

Those smiles!!!

I’m pretty sure Sophie is doing her best “Blue Steel” look here!

Merry Christmas everyone!

A Christmas Jane Dress

After many tears over this dress not fitting, I promised to make it up to my Payton. I let her pick the fabric from my stash and she picked this super soft flannel shirting from my stash. I knew it needed to be a simple sweet a-line dress and the Jane Dress from Shwin Designs would be perfect.

I had made a sweet summery version with a collar during testing of this pattern and decided to leave off the collar and add a detachable one this time.

I used Made for Mermaids FREE Tiffany Collar in black lace and I love the look and the fact that she can wear it with other things.

I added pom pom trim to all the hems for a little pizazz. I just adore this cute, classic little dress.

It just reminds me of how sweet and innocent my little girls are and how quickly they are growing up.

And since big sis got two Christmas dresses you know this one needed another one too. Stay tuned tomorrow for my take on a classic Christmas dress.

Shwin Designs Eleanor

There are very few patterns that I make multiple times- not because I don’t love them but I just have soooo many patterns and too little time. The Eleanor dress and top is one of those patterns that I’ve been dying to make again though.

The darling collar and puffy sleeve are just too cute for words!

I used Raspberry Creek Club Fabrics and let Payton pick the combo. A happy customer means it will actually get worn.

She loves the hearts and polka dots are always a good idea, right?!!!

I shortened the sleeves (a tad too much) and added bands but if she’s anything like her momma they’ll get pushed up anyways.

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Panda-monium

Halloween is fast approaching and preparations are in full swing around here. Costumes are not my favorite things to sew so when an easy idea comes along we are all over it.

This little miss just adores pandas so it was no question what she would be for Halloween this year. We went the easy route and I whipped up a costume in no time.

The leggings are from this post and are perfect to keep her little legs warm while trick-or-treating. The tee is an easy-peasy Recess Raglan from See Kate Sew. I got the tutu on clearance at Target and the fur mitts at Wal-Mart. The headband is simply felt ears hot glued to a headband. I told you it was EASY!

These are my favorite kind of costumes- memorable because it symbolizes an obsession in her life right now and simple, no-stress to put together.

What’s on your sewing table this Halloween?

Shwin Apple Loungewear

I have a great pattern and big discount for you today! Shwin Designs Apple Loungewear is on sale today only!!! Info and coupon code at the end of this post.

After that baptism dress and all that selfish sewing I was so ready to sew some quick, cute comfy clothes for my girls. We did a big closet clean out last week and they are both in need of some new cold weather cozies.

I used Shwin’s Apple Loungewear set to make mix and match sweatshirts and leggings. I love that they can share these sets!

I made a size 8, which is where they measured for this pattern. I usually make a 6 with 8 length in Shwin patterns and I probably would have been fine to do that with this pattern. The tops are made with Raspberry Creek Fabrics French Terry (broken record but I seriously can’t get enough of it).

My girls have all the same measurements but Sophie is 5 inches taller. They can share most everything but I make them longer to fit Sophie’s height. Kinda big and baggy on Payton but I think it works for this style.

I love my Daytrippers and I’m excited to share that love with my girls. The pattern includes pockets but I left them off just to make them even quicker sews. I also almost doubled the bottom band and wrist cuffs on the teal version to really feature the cupcake fabric.

Sophie had just finished finger knitting this scarf and was so excited to throw it on with her outfit. I think it’s the perfect accessory!

Boy, do I love these cute sisters and their new comfy loungewear! ~~Use code ‘APPLE’ to get the pattern for $5, today (10-8-15) only!~~ Code no longer valid. Hop on over here and make sure you look around!

Pattern Anthology Diamond Dress

You know those chic women that can throw on a dress everyday and just look so put together? The mom’s at Target looking like they stepped out of a magazine in their cute knit dress? Well, that is not me. Between years of nursing and chasing toddlers, dresses were just not on my radar. Until now…

Pattern Anthology has released their newest set of patterns and they are fabulous. I sewed up the Diamond Dress by Shwin Designs. I used a ponte from Joann’s and it worked perfectly.

The diamond detail in the center is such a fun, flattering detail. It’s great for colorblocking or just changing the fabric direction like I did.

The pattern comes with cap and long sleeve lengths. I used the long sleeve piece and cut it at the lengthen/shorten line to create my favorite 3/4 sleeves. I also used the tip to bring in the waist by sewing clear elastic to the waist seam allowance. I love the silhouette it creates!

I can’t wait to wear this dressed up to church. Or you may just see me in it with sneakers on my next Target run…

Shwin Designs Lucille Tops- For Boys too!

Are you a fan of Shwin and Shwin? I love her simple, hip style and some of my favorite patterns are Shwin Designs. My latest projects were a pair of Lucille tops for Sophie and Charlie. It’s such a cute way to use contrasting fabrics and they were fun, quick sews (my favorite kind!).

I love this floral fabric from Girl Charlee and I’m excited I have enough left for me too. It paired perfectly with Raspberry Creek’s coral solid. I added wide bands at the wrist and waist to throw in some more of the floral.

Don’tcha love that smolder! For Charlie’s I used another Girl Charlee fabric I’ve had stashed for him. I love the grey motorcycles and I let him choose what color he wanted with them. Of course he chose blue- everything is blue these days because that is his very favorite color. I was happy because I love him in blue- it brings out those baby blue eyes!

Well, you guys will be seeing plenty of Shwin Designs coming out of our house. I’ve always been a big fan and some of my most loved patterns are Shwin’s.

Her Daytripper Top is one of my go-to patterns for myself.

And I find myself sewing up her kids patterns again and again. This cozy french terry Eleanor Dress is so scrumptious and this Maggie Mae Tunic was so perfect for St. Patty’s Day.

I was lucky to test her Jane Dress that was part of her Garden Girl Collection. It’s such a simple sweet dress that little Payton wears over and over.

When Shauna posted a call for Shwin Ambassadors-seamstresses who would be willing to sew up her patterns and share their creations in exchange for access to her collection; well, let’s just say I jumped at the chance. I felt like I had won the lottery when I was actually chosen! So each month, I’ll post here and on my Instagram one of her designs. I feel like I’d be sewing one of her patterns at least once a month anyways so I definitely got the good end of the deal!

I’ll leave you with a peek at my Glass Onion and Stella leggings combo. Another gorgeous look courtesy of Shwin 😉

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