SEWFAB SEWING! The Norah dress/tunic!

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Are you loving all the #SEWFAB sewing you are seeing in blogland this week? I'm hoping it helps you all find some summer sewing inspiration!

Today I am going to show you the Mouse House Creation Norah's I made for my girls! (which goes all the way to girls size 12!)

First let's get the SEWFAB details out of the way... Remember the sale ends May 13th at 11:59 EDT/EST :)

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

Now, onto the sewing! This pattern is really versatile! Sleeve length option so it is a great fall/winter sew for all you on the opposite side of the world heading into the winter! I choose the sleeveless option for my Norah's and I chose a different collar option for each girl.

(embroidery design from Urban Threads)

Both girls got matching(ish) tunic length Norah's. I love to have the coordinate, so I choose the same fabric, but different collars and Berry insisted her embroidery HAD to be in her favourite colour, yellow.

I seriously cannot wait to have the weather warm up enough for them to actually wear these outfits out and about! For now, indoor pics! haha. 

ps. those shorts you see with the tunics are in the pattern bundle and will be up tomorrow on the blog! 

The back is nice and easy with a button and tab. Do you love my nautical buttons? I found a whole bag of them for $1 at a fabric warehouse!

The top is lined on the top half making it perfect for embroidery and a tidy finish for the slit and sleeveless.

This dress/tunic is an aline style with just a wee bit of flare at the bottom making it perfectly sweet for the kiddo's! 

The outfit gets Berry's stamp of approval! Cheeks was more interested in the mini marshmallow bribery hah.

Have you bought the bundle yet? What pattern is first on your to sew list?

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