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First project on the new machine & a new leo for Gracie
Molly inspects the "Sewing Catty' organizer and pincushion that my mom made with the new Project Runway sewing machine. I think it turned out pretty cute and we had fun testing out the machine.I sewed...
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For the love of giraffes
I made this Kwik Sew dress (3758) with some adorable animal fabric I got at the Sewing Expo and a heat transferred rhinestone giraffe on the knit bodice.I do love giraffes, but I came to appreciate...
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4 parks, 1 backpack
I am getting super excited for my family's upcoming trip to Disney World, and as you can tell, I have been doing a lot of sewing already for the trip. This, however, is a very special project. It is a...
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Boy-wear with character
We have just over three weeks until we head to visit the Mouse and I am having lots of fun making custom outfits for our trip. Today, I am focusing on my boys!I have 5 shirts in some state of progress:...
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Sew crazy for Disney
I have been neglecting the old blog a bit, but mainly because I am a Disney-obsessed nut. We are going VERY soon and I still have quite a few projects in the hopper. I want to share a few of my...
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It's finally here!
The cats were very curious...Why are there clothes all over the living room?She left me a pillow!We are about to leave for Walt Disney World...I managed to make AT LEAST one thing for every member of...
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Disney sewing in action!
WDW was awesome! We had a great time and we got a lot of compliments on the clothes - Gracie was especially fond of showing her outfits off. Here is a peek at some of our time with the mouse and friends:
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My babies are home...
My three machines went for a holiday at Elegant Stitches to be cleaned and tuned up while we were in Florida. I plan to start on some back to school sewing tonight - yay!In the meantime, here are a few...
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Cuddly fun!
I have two of my four children starting to hit adolescence and the need for bathrobes has become apparent. To that end, I cut out out four bathrobes (gotta make 'em each one) and I had some leftover...
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The robing of the children
With four kids, two of whom are hitting the early stages of puberty, this project was a necessity.Robes: Simplicity 1946The pattern includes a child's 4/5 (which Gracie is wearing) - a child large...
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Goodbye, Molly
This weekend, we had to say goodbye to a beloved family member. Our oldest cat, Molly, passed away after being treated for a thyroid condition and high blood pressure for over a year and a half. She...
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Cute for FALL!
As we are about to officially start fall here in the northern hemisphere, it's time for some fall fashions for the five year old!McCall's 6429 done in Fabric Finders owls and polka dots - I love the...
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A pear of projects
Meet Adele from StyleArc! This is a great knit top with a flattering cut and asymmetrical hem. I am totally loving how it turned out. Plus, it was quick and easy.I have had this cut for over a week,...
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A pair of pear projects
So now, we have a pair of fun pear outfits! I actually had cut the tunic top and capri jersey pants Gracie is wearing from these coordinating Patsy Aiken/Chez Ami fabrics using patterns from the Fall...
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Halloween Feliz dress
I love Studio Tantrum's Feliz dress. It is so fun to make (and I have done it enough times I do not need to look at the instructions). I've done the dress in several different versions over the...
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Buy it or sew it?
Sometimes I am torn between buying an item or making it myself - especially for my daughter Gracie. I know how quickly and easily I could knock out a basic tee shirt or a pair of leggings, so I often...
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Validation
I love the Jalie leotard patterns! This one, 2792, has so many great variations! I tried the keyhole back version this time in this shiny gold and red fabric combo. Gracie felt great in this both in...
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More leos and some fall basics
Here is the rest of the fall/winter leotard collection! These are all made from Jalie 2792 which is a fantastic pattern for anyone sewing for a gymnast.I have a small Rubbermaid tub full of 4-way...
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Black cats and pumpkins
I am so addicted to applique right now! Look how sweet these pumpkins and black cats are on this Ottobre tunic. (1-2008 design #8)I made this tunic as one of my first Ottobre projects back in 2008 and...
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Tinkerbell!
Gracie is obsessed with Tinkerbell so it was a no-brainer that it would be her Halloween costume this year. I found Simplicity 1792 with the cutest Disney Fairies costumes to go with the Disney Store...
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