Back to School in Style: Pleated Perfection

Back to School in Style: Pleated Perfection

Today we are looking at a great outfit for the older girls.  We've got tons of details, lots of room for self expression, and of course adorable little girls to make your heart swoon.  Our patterns today are the Molly Schoolgirl Blouse from our affiliate Peek a Boo Pattern Shop, the Schoolday Skirt from our affiliate Blank Slate Patterns, and the Bazinga Backpack from Flosstyle.  

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Back to School in Style: Uniform vs Freestyle

Back to School in Style: Uniform vs Freestyle

Welcome back to 'Back to School in Style'!!!  Every fall I hear desperate moms searching for patterns that will fit their school's strict dress code or 'uniform' policy.  Not all kids with uniforms are allowed to wear handmade, but many are.  This week we are going to take a look at awesome patterns that will fit the rules of many school uniforms, but then we will also show how fun those same patterns can be in 'freestyle'.  So, even if you need to invest in some uniform patterns this year, it doesn't mean you can't still have fun!

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Back to School in Style: Free Motion Applique

Back to School in Style: Free Motion Applique

Today we are looking at an embellishment that is taking the sewing world by storm - Free Motion applique, or FMA, gives your creative outlet a new lease on life as you essentially get to 'sketch' on fabric with your sewing machine.  This is fun and free form, and has few rules; so you really get to create in your style to end up with unique garments for your children's clothing and your own!

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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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Back to School in Style

Back to School in Style

Welcome to our fun and fast paced month of Back to School sewing.  We have so much fun in store for you and lots of tips and inspiration for creating your own B2S wardrobe for your child.  We're kicking off the fun today with some amazing sales and Wednesday we'll be announcing some awesome prizes.  Sew with us through the month and see the incredible creations you can make to send your child to school surrounded in love.

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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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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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Patriotic Puppy Love

Patriotic Puppy Love

We are continuing our look as Patriotic inspiration for your kiddos wardrobes!!!!  Today we have Kim sharing some Brownie Goose and Ruby Jeans Closet fun with the newest addition to her family!!!!  PUPPY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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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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