Over the TOP Challenge

Over the TOP Challenge

Get sewing - we want to see your OTT Holiday creations Dec 8-12!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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Celebrating Christmas

Celebrating Christmas

All week long we will be celebrating the clothes of Christmas, taking a look at the vast variety of patterns out there that are perfect for the holidays; but more importantly, celebrating those moments that we share with the people filling out the garments we stitch with love.

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Mixing and Matching with Jocole Patterns

Mixing and Matching with Jocole Patterns

Doesn't Trisha look amazing in this Jocole Cowl Tunic? Read more to see how she got this look and how you can mix and match with Jocole this week!

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Creating a Wardrobe: Outerwear and Accessories

Creating a Wardrobe: Outerwear and Accessories

So of course Mack's Fall wardrobe also needed a fun fall coat.  Coats are a great place to go all out, find fabric you love, add notions, spend time on it.... why???  Well, because a coat is going to get the most wear out of your child's wardrobe.  They will wear it daily and it will go every where with them.  Part of the reason I love making coats is the reward of seeing them worn so often.  

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Creating a Wardrobe: Let's Talk About Jeans!!!

Creating a Wardrobe: Let's Talk About Jeans!!!

Today I want to talk about jeans - well any non fancy pant, but in my world my kids need at least 2-3 pairs of jeans.  I love the look of jeans, I love that the fabric holds up to wear and tear, and I love that I can throw jeans on with virtually any top or tunic in Mack's wardrobe.  Jeans are my ultimate neutral/staple..... and yet, I can no longer buy jeans for Mack ;o(

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Creating a Wardrobe: Neutral's Go Far

Creating a Wardrobe: Neutral's Go Far

Welcome back!  Today I am going to talk to you a bit about using neutrals to stretch your wardrobe to it's fullest point.

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Creating a Wardrobe: Starting with the Basics

Creating a Wardrobe: Starting with the Basics

Hola Chicas (and manly men who potentially read this blog), I'm back to share more of my process in creating Mack's Fall wardrobe, and of course some of the final results.

Today, we are going to take a look at some of the staples that are the base of letting a wardrobe take shape.  For me, those basics are Leggings and Tops.

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Creating a Fall Wardrobe: Start with a List

Creating a Fall Wardrobe: Start with a List

So no Project $0 this year, but I did make a fall wardrobe for Mack using a combination of upcycled items, awesome fabrics, and some killer hand-me-downs from friends.  I hope that you find inspiration in this series to 1. sew any and everything for your kiddos, 2. see that sewing doesn't have to be a huge expense, and 3. see how you can create some phenomenal outfits by mixing a piece you already own with some newly created items for a whole new vision.

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Still in need of a Halloween Costume....

Still in need of a Halloween Costume....

Today Nicole is sharing her adorable witches.  The patterns are Made for Mermaids (which if you haven't tried yet are simple, easy to follow, and have fantastic results), and the fabric and notions are all from Joanns - no need to order anything special that isn't going to come in on time!!!  Check out the adorableness, and good luck with finishing all your costumes before Halloween arrives. 

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