The Sewing Things Blog

Key Largo Top vs. Scout Tee

Last week I made muslins of two very popular woven tee patterns, and after having quite a few people interested in a comparison post — here it is! In this post I’m going to be comparing the Scout Tee by Grainline Studio and the Key Largo Top by Hey June. I thought about doing a ‘pros and cons’ list of … Continue reading “Key Largo Top vs. Scout Tee”

Panama Tee Dress [long sleeve + side slits]

I’m just not going to quit you guys. There are just too many good variations of this dress and altering this pattern is just too easy. So I hope you are loving this almost as much as I am. 😉 The Panama Tee and I are like cookies and ice cream, burgers and fries, babies and puppies — you get me? … Continue reading “Panama Tee Dress [long sleeve + side slits]”

The Lane Raglan [Neckline Adjustment]

I recently unpacked all of my long sleeve shirts (all like 7 of them) and basically got rid of all of them, except a sweater I bought in the men’s section of Kohl’s last year, and a couple of button down shirts that aren’t particularly warm. I think I have gotten rid of almost every shirt in my closet after … Continue reading “The Lane Raglan [Neckline Adjustment]”

Hudson Pants + Long Sleeve Panama Tee

I am so excited to share these Hudson Pants by True Bias, and my newest long sleeve Panama Tee by Alina Design Co., because I pretty much haven’t taken them off since I finished them (don’t worry, it’s only been two days so far. #momlife). They are both SO comfortable, and you better believe I’m making many more. Neither of them would be … Continue reading “Hudson Pants + Long Sleeve Panama Tee”

Coram Dress

Have you guys had a chance to check out Allie Olson‘s latest sewing pattern, the Coram Top & Dress?? It was just released in the Indiesew Fall/Winter Collection, and it is perfect for wearing with cardigans and coats all season long. I had the opportunity to test the top version of this pattern, and I know Allie worked so hard … Continue reading “Coram Dress”

Style Maker Fabrics Fall Syle Tour 2017

I am SO excited to be participating in the Style Maker Fabrics blog tour! You guys seriously need to go take a look at all of the new fabrics they just got in for fall. I am still completely in awe at the floral rayon that I chose to make my dress. It is seriously the most amazing thing I’ve ever … Continue reading “Style Maker Fabrics Fall Syle Tour 2017”

Panama Tee Dress [midi + side slits]

If I could only choose one pattern for the rest of my life/closet, I would choose this pattern, hands down. This is my 7th (but who’s counting? I’m going to loose track soon.) Panama Tee Dress by Alina Design Co, including the ones that I’ve made for the girls in my family (since we all struggle with finding clothes that … Continue reading “Panama Tee Dress [midi + side slits]”

Highlands Wrap Dress

This gorgeous dress is the Highlands Wrap Dress by Allie Olson! I was lucky to be one of the testers for the pattern back in March, but since I procrastinated and had to rush, I wasn’t able to make the height adjustments needed. This time, I was in no rush and had time to make the adjustments for my height. … Continue reading “Highlands Wrap Dress”

Nursing Friendly Ebony Tee Dress + Ring Sling

This pretty lady is my sister, Nicole. Her sweet new baby is Tychus, and I was so lucky to be able to go and see them two weeks after she had him. I had so much fun taking these photos of her and a few more of her cute little family + newborn pictures of Ty. Isn’t that baby-head-of-hair amazing?? … Continue reading “Nursing Friendly Ebony Tee Dress + Ring Sling”

Cleo Skirt with Made By Rae

I am so excited to be a part of the Cleo Skirt Blog Tour! I have been eyeing the Cleo Skirt by Made by Rae for a while, and I was so excited to sew it that I made two! If you love gathered skirts, but don’t dig zippers or gathering around the entire waistband, this is the skirt for … Continue reading “Cleo Skirt with Made By Rae”