Aspiring Designer- Get Your Crap Together

Hi, I'm Chelsea, designer for GYCT Designs.  I am really excited to be part of the Aspiring Designers Challenge here at Pattern Revolution.  I have been designing for my home and family for years.  Most of my designs come from a need for something in my home or for my family.  That is how today's pattern got started.

Introducing 
The Firecracker Dress and Tunic
From GYCT Designs

Grab Yours in our Etsy or Craftsy Shop today for the sale price.

This design was inspired by the 4th of July here in the United States.  My husband's family has a huge celebration in their town that we attend every year complete with parade, booths and vendors, carnival, picnic and finally the best fireworks ever.  So natural, my children need to be dressed up and patriotic, thus was born the Firecracker Dress and Tunic.

This is the perfect outfit for hot weather.  The design includes double straps that pull over the shoulders and tie in a bow at the back.  The skirt is gathered for some fun fullness.  The pattern also includes a guide on several unique ways you can tie the ties.

Not hot where you are?  Simply add a top underneath (like our Tinley Tee) for more coverage during cooler weather and pair the tunic with your favorite leggings instead of shorts.

This is a Great beginner PDF Pattern. Includes step-by-step instructions, full color photos, and full size pattern pieces. Comes with pattern pieces for sizes 3 month, 6 month, 12-24 month, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 10, and 12.

Lucky for you, the pattern is on sale for 

$5.95 for 2 days only 

(5/29-5/30)

No code needed, price already marked down in our GYCT Designs Etsy or Craftsy Shop

Not convinced yet?  
Check out some of our AMAZING Testers photos on the blog today.

Make sure to sign up to win a copy of the pattern for yourself!

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Aspiring Designer- Pickle Pudding

Pickle Pudding has a new pattern!!

The Jaqy Bag is a fun bag that is designed with the beginner sewer in mind. It comes in 3 sizes from large to a bitty size just for kids. The Jaqy Bag has lots of pockets. There are plenty fun options for the pockets and handles. It is an easy sew and can easily be made in an hour. The pattern includes pattern pieces, step by step instructions as well as photo steps to guide you.

Grab your copy in the Pickle Pudding Etsy Shop.

Or grab it for FREE in our giveaway!

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Aspiring Designer- The Plucky Butterfly

Hello, my name is Pam. I am the designer behind the Plucky Butterfly Designs. I am a mother to 4 boys and 1 girl. God blessed us with a special angel in our lives. He is the most precious gift of life. One that even at 16 years old depends solely upon his mom and dad to speak for him, fight for him and care for him. It is challenging and often difficult, but I wouldn't change anything he has given and taught me in my life. Through him, he has changed me for the better. I began my sewing adventure because of him and his needs and it blossomed from there. Amazing how our children give us so much out of life. I am known as Ms. Plucky, Ms. She Sews Unusual, Ms. Goofy and even Ms. Bubbles. All those names truly do describe me to a T. I love having fun, goofing around, telling jokes, being comical and making others laugh. 

That is me with my special angel and little girl. The two that inspire me to sew and create. My daughter comes up with awesome ideas and she truly is the reason why I sew so unusual. Through my son, I met another mom whom wanted something special and unique for her daughter. That is where the Surround Me With Love Twirl skirt came from. She asked if I could make her daughter something that she could “feel” the love. Her daughter is Autistic, Blind and Deaf. After I shared that design, my friends pushed me for a pattern. The Plucky Butterfly Designs launched it's first ever pattern in February of this year with the release of the Surround Me With Love Twirl Skirt. So that's a little about me and how the Plucky Butterfly Designs came to be. Let me go grab my cup of coffee and bring on the fun part. 

Earlier this month we introduced the Rissa Roo's Pixie Halter Summer top.  She was a great hit due to her unique style.   All the up-cycle mama's just loved her.  They wanted more!!

 Today we are releasing another Rissa Roo Pixie Style.  This design came solely from my daughter.  She wanted a shirt that resembled a butterfly. When you lay the halter down, it does take the shape of a butterfly and looks as if it may flutter away. Mission accomplised!!  So when our customers began requesting another version, we just had to listen.  We understand that for some, halter tops just are not appropriate for little girls, we respect that.  So we wanted to offer her in a tank top as well.  Welcome Rissa Roo's Pixie Summer Tank Top.

We also included instructions for tied shoulder straps.  Some prefer the tied shoulder straps over the tank top style, so we wanted to offer that option to you as well.

We are releasing the day before Memorial Day. We honor all whom have served and protected our country. For those whom have loved and lost one whom served or became disabled serving our country, we honor you. 

The Rissa Roo's Pixie Tank Top is made solely for knits. Cotton- Lycra is highly recommended, but can be accomplished with a lighter weight knit with good stretch and recovery. 

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From sizes 2 to 14, she is set please every little and big girl too. 

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Her unique style is ready to celebrate the summer time with beach activities.  With tied shoulder strap option.

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She is great for outside play, adventures to the park, down on the farm and even classy enough for indoor celebrations.

This Rissa Roo's Pixie Tank Top is ready to celebrate and honor the men/women whom served and defended our Country with great pride. 

In honor of my own father whom lost his battle to cancer and served 30 years in the US Navy. The next 3 days from Sunday, May 25th (day Rissa Roo's Pixie Tank Top releases) till midnight of Tuesday, May 27th we are offering Rissa Roo's Pixie Tank Top for $5.57, no coupon needed for

Etsy https://www.etsy.com/shop/ThePluckyButterfly?ref=l2-shopheader-name
craftsy, http://www.craftsy.com/user/3015136/pattern-store or our website http://www.thepluckybutterflydesigns.com/

So come on and join us in the celebration of our newest addition to our Rissa Roo's Pixie line and get your PDF pattern for the Rissa Roo's Pixie Tank Top. Be creative, have fun, and step outside the box and combine her with your favorite pattern and make her a completely unique item.You just can't go wrong with this new design for your summer wardrode for precious little butterfly. 

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Aspiring Designer- Pickle Pudding

Pickle Pudding has a new pattern!!

The Totally Totable is the perfect naptime project. The perfect project to use up some of those fat quarters. Great for summer trips in the car and plane rides. The Totally Totable is great for beginners and is a fast sew.

Grab your copy in the Pickle Pudding Etsy Shop.

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Aspiring Designer- Sofilantjes

Coupon code needed for ETSY (use code RP30OFF) , already marked down on Craftsy. 

Hi everyone!

I'm so excited to be here on Pattern Revolution. This means I get to introduce to you my first pattern named the Summer Surprise dress and tunic. And let me tell you, it has a real surprise. But first let me tell you about me.

My name is Annemieke and I live in the Netherlands. This means I speak a different language, and yes, I know, my spelling can be a bit off sometimes.... But I'm trying right?! Of course my English instructions are read by some pretty great English speaking women, so no worries ;-)

I started designing for my little girl. I also design for my son, so who knows what the future brings... I had this dress all figured out, but it needed to be on paper for me to start sewing it. So I did the drawing and after that, I decided to grade it... I loved the whole process of designing this pattern and I really loved seeing all those dresses, tunics and tops in pattern testing. So yes, I'm addicted and planning on my next pattern right now!

Now, let me introduce to you........ The Summer Surprise dress and tunic. And yes, it is a real surprise. In front it looks like any other sleeveless dress; it even has a little bit of a sporty look.  But when your girl turns around (act surprised...) it's totally different and so cute! She's like a really cute present all wrapped up in a pretty fabric and finished with this cute bow on her back.

 (the right one is mine. I'm so proud! ;-) )

It's so cute every little girl should have one. And it has options...

No sleeve options (sorry) but on colder days you could just pull this cute dress over a shirt. And if you don't like the look of the dress with a shirt under it, just make a tunic!

Still not surprised? I secretly added a top length to the pattern. So, you get a dress, tunic and top version in one pattern.

You can make this cute dress in sizes 6 months (68 european size) to 6x/7 years (122 european size) and because some of us have those skinny kids it also has a skinny size! So all of your girls can wear this.....

So, I made you this pattern and now it's up to you. How would you make yours? With a matching bow, or a contrasting one? Maybe even use those scraps you have laying around? It's all your choice. And a great advantage is that you can make this dress, tunic or top in about two hours, maybe even faster depending on your sewing level.

Excited yet? Did I mention that the pattern/instructions comes in both Dutch and English.

Let's go shopping! Buy your pattern HERE or HERE. Be quick because it is  on a special release party sale (30%!) for three days only (until the 26th off may)

And while you're at it let's try to win it! Enter the give away below.

Got the pattern and need help? No problem, happy to answer all your questions. Remember, there are no stupid questions!

Like to share pictures (I know I would love you to!). Or just want to see what everyone else has created? Just go to the Sofilantjes facebook page and post away.....

Would you rather email me? Just send your email to Sofilantjes@gmail.com

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Aspiring Designer- Ruby and Jack Patterns

I'm Kelly, designer at Ruby and Jack Patterns!

I have been sewing since before I can remember, thanks to my 2 precious Grandmothers for whom my shop is named.  Growing up, they constantly shared their time, patience, and passion with me~ helping me develop skills and fall in love with the process of creating. 

I feel so lucky to have a Ruby and a Jack!  I know not everyone has access to hands-on teachers.  So, I recently began designing PDF sewing patterns as a way to share with others, a little of what these 2 ladies have given me.  I try my best to write patterns with many descriptive photos and clear wording, so that a reader feels like the steps are given to them one-on-one at their sewing table. 

Today I am excited to introduce my newest design, The Perfect Cartwheel Ruffle Shorts!

The design was inspired by my feisty and feminine little girl, Emory.  She loves all things ruffled and girly.......BUT NOT as much as she loves to cartwheel, climb, and explore.

  These liven up her wardrobe a bit, beyond the general shorts and tees, AND supply the freedom she needs, to be active and adventurous :)

The Perfect Cartwheel Ruffle Shorts pattern comes in sizes 18 mos.-8, and is used with knit fabric.  These shorts are beautiful when made with one solid color or using multiple hues/prints for the ruffles. 

Here are a few more pictures from my seriously amazing group of testers, who have helped tremendously to make this pattern and tutorial the best it can be!

Follow these links to the Ruby and Jack Patterns blog and Facebook page for even more fantastic inspiration from my testers!

 https://rubyandjackpatterns.blogspot.com

https://www.facebook.com/rubyandjacksewingpatterns

So, are you ready to stitch up a pair for your little cutie to run, dance, jump, and flip in?  Grab your copy today in my Etsy shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/rubyandjackpatterns .

  It's on sale for just $5 now through the end of the Aspiring Designers' Challenge Week!!!

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Aspiring Designer- Bellamie Boo Couture

Hi Guys! This is the official release for the Lucianna Skirt and Giveaway! I just recently released my first pattern the Sweet Tart Dress.

     














I gave away the Lucianna Skirt with it as a Freebie to the first people who bought it! The Lucianna skirt itself has sizes 0-3 to 18 womans included for those adorable mommy and me looks so many moms love! The adult length is longer than the children's length so it's not 100% identical. It has two different waist band options, with a sash or with out a sash, and enclosed elastic for the waist.

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 The Skirt pattern is designed so that beginners are able to follow but still make a cute and trendy skirt that is versatile! It's on sale right now for $2.50 this week here at my My Craftsy store! I hope you enjoy! :)

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