Nothing like getting two posts out of one photo shoot, right? Â When I styled my Laela Jeyne Scarlett Moto Skinnies with my Allie Olson Coram Top I hoped I’d be able to sneak a twofer and it did work out reasonably well. This was my second time testing for Allie, the first being the Highlands {…Continue Reading}
A while back, I tested the Rhapsody Blouse pattern for Tami at Love Notions. Â I would have blogged this right away but I got mired in making and releasing the Clipper Shorts pattern. The Rhapsody Blouse is for women’s sizes XS to XXXL, or 31 to 47″ high bust. Â It includes a separate full bust {…Continue Reading}
Along with sewing more for myself, I’ve also been pattern testing more for women’s garments. Â Recently I helped Kelli of True Bias test her latest pattern, The Lodo Dress. The Lodo Dress is a a twist on a t-shirt dress with a subtle cocoon shape. Â There are two views: View A is a longer mid-calf {…Continue Reading}
Remember the Janie Dress I made last fall? Â Well Hayley at Mouse House Creations just released the Women’s Janie Dress! It has all the same neckline finishes as the girls’ version: regular neckline, ballet neckline, Peter Pan collar, and cowl. Â The ballet neckline is a touch less dramatic than the girls’ version so that bra {…Continue Reading}
I’ve been giving small peeks on Instagram at the progress for my next sewing pattern – the Divided Dress. Â After a couple of reshuffles of the priority queue, I’m ready to put out a call for testers!! The pattern is for a knit colorblocked a-line dress for girls sized newborn to 12 years. Â There are {…Continue Reading}
I was involved in another project for Mouse House Creations, this time The Janie Dress. Â The Janie Dress is for girls sized 6 months to 12 years. Â It’s on sale for $7 through Friday, after which it will be $9 regular price. It features three different necklines: regular, ballet scoop back, and cowl. Â There’s also {…Continue Reading}
Recently I volunteered to test the Mini Ogden Cami by Kelli of True Bias. Â The timing worked out that I was on vacation in Idaho during the testing timeframe. Â I could have bowed out, but since my Mother-in-law is a quilter I just picked up some fabric and notions at the Jo-Ann’s near them and {…Continue Reading}
I’ve been quietly working on my next pattern, the Naples Dress. Â I’ve got it ready for testing now, and that’s where you come in! Sizes newborn to 12 years. Refer to the size chart based on chest measurement. A perfect combination of ease and fancy, the Naples Dress features a subtle high-low empire bodice with {…Continue Reading}
Recently I tested the Mini Southport Dress – the latest pattern release by Kelli of True Bias.  The pattern is for girls sized 2T to 10 and is listed for $8. I think you know from my Mini Hudson Pants here and here that I’m a big fan of Kelli’s work.  Well, the testing period for {…Continue Reading}
I’m planning something BIG that I’ve never ever done before! I’m keeping the details a secret, but I will say that it will be this Saturday, June 20 and it’s not something I’m planning to do very often. Â Do I have your mental gears working? Â I promise it will be worth the wait! Testing for {…Continue Reading}
