Back to School in Style: Sew and Score BIG!!!

Back to School in Style: Sew and Score BIG!!!

So - you have seen the deals and the Inspiration (oh, wait, you missed it!?!?!?  Check it out HERE!!!), now it is time to get sewing!!!!  You know you have outfits that you still want to make, a rocking Backpack for the first day of school, or even that perfect jacket for the cool fall weather that is on it's way.  But the summer is ending, and it can be hard to find inspiration - so we've got some inspiration for you!!!!!!  PRIZES!!!!!!!!!!!

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Scrap Swap: Baprons and Mermaids

Scrap Swap: Baprons and Mermaids

We're still working through those scraps as we gear up for Back to School Sewing.  Sarah is sharing her scrap projects and  an adorable Free Motion Applique pattern from Stitch Art.  FMA is a great way to use up small scraps and customize your kids' wardrobes.

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Scrap Swap for a Cause- Supporting the Sew Powerful Purse Project

Scrap Swap for a Cause- Supporting the Sew Powerful Purse Project

We're continuing our scrap swap, and today's post is very special - this project is a great one for scraps, and will help girls across the world attend school.  As we gear up to sew cute clothes for our kiddos as they head back to school - please consider sewing up a purse or two to make sure that girls in Africa will be able to attend school!!!

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Scrap Swap: Wovens to WOW

Scrap Swap: Wovens to WOW

Today we are back with a bunch of fun inspirational projects to use up those woven scraps that you have sitting around.  If you think your scraps are only good for a trash heap, or stuffing a pillow - think again!!!!!

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I little birdie told me about some great knits....

I little birdie told me about some great knits....

I love knit fabrics, LOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOVE them.  So I like to keep my finger on who has cute knits available at a price I can afford.  The Euro knits from L'oiseau run about $14-15 per yard, which for quality cotton lycra knit is a pretty good deal in my book.  Of course you want your buck to go as far as it can, so I love mixing in a statement knit with other solids to stretch these awesome fabrics to their max.

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Patriotic Inspiration: Boy Style

Patriotic Inspiration: Boy Style

We couldn't do a week of Patriotic inspiration and NOT include BOYS!!!!!  Denita and Carrie have some adorable boy looks to share with you today.....

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Vacation Style: Where Dreams Come True

Vacation Style: Where Dreams Come True

We couldn't close up Vacation week without including 'the most magical place on earth'!  That's right, today's post is all about DISNEY.  Nicole has a variety of great princess dresses and character inspired outfits that are sure to get anyone's creative juices flowing!!!!

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Going on Vacation: Staycation style

Going on Vacation: Staycation style

Sometimes  going away on a vacation just isn't a possibility - that is when you have to embrace the Stay-cation and milk it for every ounce it is worth.  Cassie has such a great idea for staycation-ing that you will want to steal for your own summer fun!!!

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Happy Apple Bikini and Coverup by Puperita

Happy Apple Bikini and Coverup by Puperita

As we close up Swim Week, we take a look at the Happy Apple Bikini and Coverup by Puperita Patterns.  This is a cotton suit available in sizes 3t-10.

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Color Up Tunic with Color Me Fabric by Hayley Crouse for Michael Miller

Color Up Tunic with Color Me Fabric by Hayley Crouse for Michael Miller

Introducing the Color Me fabric from Micheal Miller and a Free Pattern design specifically for this fabric!!!! 

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