SEWFAB Wrap up! The bundle deal is ending!

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It's the Spring 2014 Sew Fab Pattern Sale and it ends today, May 13th, at 11:59 EST !!!! So buy it while you have some time left!

This bundle is so much fun and I LOVED sewing up the patterns in it! Here is a little round up of the sewing I was lucky enough to show you all this week! I didn't get to nearly all the patterns, but maybe you can!

   #sewfabsale

For less than $30 you get a library of sewing resources that you can use over and over again.

 

The Laurel Dress or Tunic by Greenstyle Creations, The Satchel Bag by Handmade Therapy, The Lexi Knit Dress and Top by MODKID, The Piko Top by EYMM, The Bowling Shirt from Scientific Seamstress (unisex), The Seraphic Pant by Figgy's (unisex), The Tulip Pinafore by Too Sweets Patterns, The Big Tote Bag by Things for Boys, The Doll and Carrier by Patchwork Posse, Poppy and Pip Penguins by Betz White, Leather Accent Foldover Pouch by LBG Studio, The Norah Dress and Tunic by Mouse House Creations, Crayon Art Folio by Gingercake, The Tennis Skort (12M-12Y) by Heidi & Finn, The Ruffled Bustle Top by Sumo's Sweet Stuff, Long Beach Board Shorts (unisex) by Terra's Treasures, The Cupcake Top (unisex) by Sewing Mama RaeAnna, The Saffron Twirl Dress from Paisley Roots Designs, The Sweet Tea Shorties by Molly Blossom Designs.

SEWFAB SEWING! The Laurel... another version!

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So.... As you know I LOVE sewing for myself! Therefore, I could not help it, I had to make myself another Greenstyle Laurel! I mean, let's be real, the pattern was already printed and ready to go in my size... 

As you can see I skipped the cowl neck this time, and I'll be talking about what I did for that in a wee bit, after the #sewfabsale details ! Tomorrow, May 13th 11:59 EST, is when the sale ends!  

It's the Spring 2014 Sew Fab Pattern Sale!

 

The Laurel Dress or Tunic by Greenstyle Creations, The Satchel Bag by Handmade Therapy, The Lexi Knit Dress and Top by MODKID, The Piko Top by EYMM, The Bowling Shirt from Scientific Seamstress (unisex), The Seraphic Pant by Figgy's (unisex), The Tulip Pinafore by Too Sweets Patterns, The Big Tote Bag by Things for Boys, The Doll and Carrier by Patchwork Posse, Poppy and Pip Penguins by Betz White, Leather Accent Foldover Pouch by LBG Studio, The Norah Dress and Tunic by Mouse House Creations, Crayon Art Folio by Gingercake, The Tennis Skort (12M-12Y) by Heidi & Finn, The Ruffled Bustle Top by Sumo's Sweet Stuff, Long Beach Board Shorts (unisex) by Terra's Treasures, The Cupcake Top (unisex) by Sewing Mama RaeAnna, The Saffron Twirl Dress from Paisley Roots Designs, The Sweet Tea Shorties by Molly Blossom Designs.

For less than $30 you get a library of sewing resources that you can use over and over again.

 

If you are going to skip the cowl neck I suggest adding an inch ish to the neckline - which is as simple as tracing the original pattern and adding a new neckline a bit up as you can see below! PS. How long has it been since you have seen this old school printer paper??

Then you simply add a binding to the neckline. I made my own binding strip by cutting a strip of fabric 1.5" high by the width of the fabric - which is much MUCH longer than needed for a xs size... but better safe than sorry I always say! 

The Laurel is meant for knit fabric, though I did think about doing the skirt in woven and I *think* it would work out well! There are a few sleeve length options, from short as I did here to elbow to long sleeve.

Again I chose the pleated back option, and I'm thinking it must look pretty good because I had my husband taking pictures for me and he kept insisting he didn't have any "good" ones of the backside! haha. 

I also did the a bit above knee length option, I love it! And as you can tell by my lack of colour, it has been a long and cold winter where I live!

(fabric from Girl Charlee)

pps. Do you have a favourite pair of footwear that surprised you? Because I'll be honest, my husband insisted I NEEDED to buy these boots on a shopping trip years ago, and so I did, because when the husband says you need to own a pair or boots/shoes - you BUY! These boots I was not in love with at the time have turned into my favourite go with all sorts pair of summer boots! 

SEWFAB SEWING! The Modkid Lexi!

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Today I am excited to show you all the Modkid Lexi dress I made for Berry! 

Berry LOVES dinosaurs, so I drew a little dino and got out the walking foot and did a little free stitching on the front of this dress, The pattern is great for getting creative with!

This pattern is one of the amazing patterns in the #SEWFAB bundle! And Wait until you see the back! 

But first some of the details on the sale  :)

The Laurel Dress or Tunic by Greenstyle Creations, The Satchel Bag by Handmade Therapy, The Lexi Knit Dress and Top by MODKID, The Piko Top by EYMM, The Bowling Shirt from Scientific Seamstress (unisex), The Seraphic Pant by Figgy's (unisex), The Tulip Pinafore by Too Sweets Patterns, The Big Tote Bag by Things for Boys, The Doll and Carrier by Patchwork Posse, Poppy and Pip Penguins by Betz White, Leather Accent Foldover Pouch by LBG Studio, The Norah Dress and Tunic by Mouse House Creations, Crayon Art Folio by Gingercake, The Tennis Skort (12M-12Y) by Heidi & Finn, The Ruffled Bustle Top by Sumo's Sweet Stuff, Long Beach Board Shorts (unisex) by Terra's Treasures, The Cupcake Top (unisex) by Sewing Mama RaeAnna, The Saffron Twirl Dress from Paisley Roots Designs, The Sweet Tea Shorties by Molly Blossom Designs.

For less than $30 you get a library of sewing resources that you can use over and over again.

 Now fir the promised back view! Keyhole!!! Nice and high so it is still modest and girly.

Beacause the waistband is an elastic casing I decided to use a woven fabric for it and the button tab and I love the woven pop of colour!

I choose to make Berry's a couple inches longer than the shirt length and a couple inches shorter than the dress length. Why you ask? Well, In summer my girls like to be active so little tights and shorts are a must wear even for dresses, so I thought maybe having it tunic length would be cute with tights under it and be a little bit cooler and a bit of extra length should keep mosquitos from being able to bit her tummy! 

Hugging her Dinosaur dress!!! She LOVES this dress! 

It's the Spring 2014 Sew Fab Pattern Sale! Sale ends may 13th at 11:59 EDT

 For less than $30 you get a library of sewing resources that you can use over and over again.

 

SEWFAB SEWING! The Sweet Tea Shorties

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 Today I am excited to show you those Sweet Tea shorties from Molly Blossom Designs that you got a peek at yesterday! and Cheeks is very excited about showing them off!

This pattern has 2 different options, I choose the looser ruffled option for both girls to match the Norah tunics I showed you yesterday.

I even had "handmade to cover me booty" tags to sew on! I LOVE it when I have the little things to complete the look! and now these shorts are nautical too!

This pattern goes together great and is light on paper to print as well! 

Even with the ruffling I was able to finish both shorts in a short evening of sewing - yay!

On Berry's shorts I did double ruffle and on Cheeks I did a single ruffle (mostly because I was bored of ruffling) Cheeks has short legs for her age so I figured I could get away with one ruffle, and I feel I have!

Are you convinced yet you need the bundle? I only have 2 more looks to show you! The bundle sale ends May 13th at 11:59 EST/EDT! So don't delay! I'd hate for you to forget and end up disappointed when you start seeing posts popping up of all the amazing patterns in the bundle being sewn up!

For less than $30 you get a library of sewing resources that you can use over and over again.

 

The Laurel Dress or Tunic by Greenstyle Creations, The Satchel Bag by Handmade Therapy, The Lexi Knit Dress and Top by MODKID, The Piko Top by EYMM, The Bowling Shirt from Scientific Seamstress (unisex), The Seraphic Pant by Figgy's (unisex), The Tulip Pinafore by Too Sweets Patterns, The Big Tote Bag by Things for Boys, The Doll and Carrier by Patchwork Posse, Poppy and Pip Penguins by Betz White, Leather Accent Foldover Pouch by LBG Studio, The Norah Dress and Tunic by Mouse House Creations, Crayon Art Folio by Gingercake, The Tennis Skort (12M-12Y) by Heidi & Finn, The Ruffled Bustle Top by Sumo's Sweet Stuff, Long Beach Board Shorts (unisex) by Terra's Treasures, The Cupcake Top (unisex) by Sewing Mama RaeAnna, The Saffron Twirl Dress from Paisley Roots Designs, The Sweet Tea Shorties by Molly Blossom Designs.

and one final pic of cheeks in her outfit :) Just because she is cute!

SEWFAB SEWING! The Saffron Twirl Dress!

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It's the Spring 2014 Sew Fab Pattern Sale!

Today I want to share the  Paisley Roots Saffron dress with you, this dress is so pretty in the front and the back is a total showstopper! Cheeks gets soooo many compliments when she wears this dress!

But first, How about a few details on the limited time #SEWFABsale!  This amazing bundle will really give you an amazing collection of patterns to work with this season! and 19 patterns for only $30, can't beat that!



The Laurel Dress or Tunic by Greenstyle Creations, The Satchel Bag by Handmade Therapy, The Lexi Knit Dress and Top by MODKID, The Piko Top by EYMM, The Bowling Shirt from Scientific Seamstress (unisex), The Seraphic Pant by Figgy's (unisex), The Tulip Pinafore by Too Sweets Patterns, The Big Tote Bag by Things for Boys, The Doll and Carrier by Patchwork Posse, Poppy and Pip Penguins by Betz White, Leather Accent Foldover Pouch by LBG Studio, The Norah Dress and Tunic by Mouse House Creations, Crayon Art Folio by Gingercake, The Tennis Skort (12M-12Y) by Heidi & Finn, The Ruffled Bustle Top by Sumo's Sweet Stuff, Long Beach Board Shorts (unisex) by Terra's Treasures, The Cupcake Top (unisex) by Sewing Mama RaeAnna, The Saffron Twirl Dress from Paisley Roots Designs, The Sweet Tea Shorties by Molly Blossom Designs.

 

Now are you ready for the showstopping back view??? 

EEP! How cute isn't that right?? High enough you don't see the top of her diaper even :) especially when the bow is tied in the back. The main fabric on this dress is a lovely chambray.

The bow does look cute tied to the front too, as you can see in Cheeks 1yr pictures below! 

(Yes, she can still wear most of the clothing she did 6 months ago, lol... Still waiting on that growth spurt! )

And a, "Hey, that's my birthday crown!" pic. Berry is wearing the Sisboom Shannon dress.

Don't forget this sale ends May 13th at 11:59 EDT/EST so buy the bundle while you can!

For less than $30 you get a library of sewing resources that you can use over and over again.

 

SEWFAB SEWING! The Bowling shirt!

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Another day another SewFab outfit! Use the hashtag #sewfab on social media so we can see what you are sewing from the bundle!

Today I am going to feature the pattern we have in the bundle - the Bowling Shirt! I used the bowling shirt pattern to make my little animal loving Berry a doctor coat! 

I was able to cut and sew the bowling shirt in one evening after I put the kids to bed! I used snaps instead of buttonholes since this is more of a dress up shirt. The way the construction is done the placket goes on after you have done the buttonholes so if you mess up you will not have to bin your whole shirt - just re-do the placket! LOVE that! 

The bundle has an amazing amount of value! 19 patterns plus one bonus!

For less than $30 you get a library of sewing resources that you can use over and over again.

 

Remember the sale ends at 11:59 EDT on May 13th.

 Ps. Did you do the math  on this bundle? Are you as shocked as I am about how great this value is??!!! And what a great way to get some great new patterns in your collection!  

(checking for a heartbeat)

I did a Tutorial for making the Bowling shirt into a doctor coat last month. 

This shirt is great as a button up for boys and girls as well.

We also have a bunch of amazing pins on our pinterest board for the Bowling shirt and it is worth a look for the inspiration! Bowling shirt on Pinterest and join us on facebook in our LAB group!

SEWFAB SEWING Day 2! The Clutch!

So, I don't know if you have heard but it is SEWFAB week!!!!! This means 19 great patterns plus a bonus pattern for only $29.95! It also means I finally get to show you all the sewing I've been doing from the patterns in the bundle! You can go back to yesterdays post to see what I made and there is also a giveaway on the sewfab introduction post! (also posted yesterday)

This post contains affiliate links. When you purchase the Sew Fab Bundle through those links I earn a percentage of the sale. Thank you so much for supporting the Sew Fab Sale! We all appreciate your business!

The Laurel Dress or Tunic by Greenstyle Creations, The Satchel Bag by Handmade Therapy, The Lexi Knit Dress and Top by MODKID, The Piko Top by EYMM, The Bowling Shirt from Scientific Seamstress (unisex), The Seraphic Pant by Figgy's (unisex), The Tulip Pinafore by Too Sweets Patterns, The Big Tote Bag by Things for Boys, The Doll and Carrier by Patchwork Posse, Poppy and Pip Penguins by Betz White, Leather Accent Foldover Pouch by LBG Studio, The Norah Dress and Tunic by Mouse House Creations, Crayon Art Folio by Gingercake, The Tennis Skort (12M-12Y) by Heidi & Finn, The Ruffled Bustle Top by Sumo's Sweet Stuff, Long Beach Board Shorts (unisex) by Terra's Treasures, The Cupcake Top (unisex) by Sewing Mama RaeAnna, The Saffron Twirl Dress from Paisley Roots Designs, The Sweet Tea Shorties by Molly Blossom Designs.

For less than $30 you get a library of sewing resources that you can use over and over again.

 

Today I want to share with you the foldover clutch I made with the LBG Studio's pattern

I really love the leather accents pieces this pattern has, I chose the side rounds as I didn't want to cover toooooo much of this pretty fabric (all the way from Uganda by the way!).  This pattern also has measures to make a small pouch. I choose the full size foldover clutch option.

The pattern features wonderfully written directions, a very clear supply list - including ideal zipper type and length.  I chose the shorter zipper length and the side tabs and the recommended brass zipper - it really does give it the look I wanted! Since the outside fabric is rather subtle in colour I did a pop of colour on the lining fabric!

I also love that there is an interlining so you get that extra bit of stability and also a bit of extra protection for whatever you decide to put inside the clutch. Which is GREAT when you finish sewing this pattern up and realize it is the PERFECT size for your tablet!!!! 

Yes I can now carry my tablet into the coffee shop in a clutch! Beats a giant laptop and bulky bag - right?? Hahaha though, who am I kidding, I haven't ever gone to a coffee shop with my tablet just to chill and be cool sipping on a latte and browsing the net! I am not that cool.

But regardless of my cool factor, this pattern is very fun and well written and will be a go to for the upcoming gift giving season! (which also includes birthdays and 'just because you are awesome' days, and even the 'everyone should get fun mail and not just bills in the post' days.)

use the hashtag #sewfabsale on social media and join us on facebook HERE!

So buy the bundle while you can! The sale ends at 11:50 EDT on May 13th