Advice?

This is my little hide-away where I curl up to read a good book, hand stitch, or to spend time in relative peace and quiet to study God's Word or pray.

 

 

But, it needs something--a foot rest to make it even more comfortable.

I pulled two stacks of fabric and need your advice.

 

 

Which would you suggest I use?

The black or the brown stack?

I'm leaning a little to the brown as I have more browns in the house and you can't see lint on brown quite as quickly as on black.

But, I'm slightly biased towards that combination--it has a lot of pink in it, after all!

I lean to the black stack for the sole reason that because it is something 'new,' as in a new color combo for me, it may just morph into something that I really, really like.

 

I'm planning on piecing the top and putting a zipper in the solid colored (black/brown) bottom so you can remove the filling and wash the cover...

So, any advice?

 

 



Baby Boy Button Up

A new nephew meant that I had to sew!

A cute button up shirt is what I had in mind but none of my patterns had a size that could be worn soon--as in within the next half year.

 

After a quick search, I came across a free pattern/tutorial from Me Sew Crazy for a Baby Boy Button Up shirt in sizes 3-6 months. 

 

Perfect, especially with the track record of my brother's kids--they grow fast even though they start out tiny...at least compared to my forever tiny children.

My sweet little nephew should be in this in no time!

 

The fabric I used is from the Fat Quarter Shop. The Sweet on NYC orange swirl--it says Pixie Pops for Timeless Treasures on the selvedge.

To cover the collar seam in the inside the tutorial/pattern called for hem tape. I honestly have no idea what that is (and didn't feel like looking it up or going out to buy that as I'd probably have to go into the city) so I used some double fold bias tape and just sewed that on instead. I really like how that turned out--it looks quite cute.

 

I'm not sure how this'll look on the little guy, but I'm hoping that the fit is good!

 

And, just a quick reminder that tomorrow is the last day to buy the pattern bundle if you haven't already!

 

 

It includes 2 patterns from Me Sew Crazy plus 16 other patterns--a steal at $24.95!

You can buy it here:

 

 

 

 

Linking up at the Let's Get Acquainted Monday Link-Up at Bold Goods

 

 

 

Peek-a-Boo and Luvinthemommyhood Patterns Highlight

And, the last highlight for this pattern bundle:

 

 

 

From Peek-a-Boo Pattern shop, there are two lovely pajama sets!

The Alex and Anna Winter PJs:

 

Img from Peek-a-Boo Pattern shop

Img from Peek-a-Boo Pattern shop

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

And, the Alex and Anna Summer PJs:

 

Img from Peek-a-Boo Pattern shop

Img from Peek-a-Boo Pattern shop

Both of these patterns' sizes run from 6 mos to 8 years--many years of good use would come out of these!

 

And, then from Luvinthemommyhood, there is the Commuter Cowl pattern:

 

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What a neat infinity type cowl! 



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This cowl can be worn 2 ways and also sewn in 2 different sizes.

 

These three patterns are almost worth $20 together--and there are 15 more patterns in the bundle!

Don't wait much longer if you plan on buying this bundle--this sale ends the 11th!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Seamingly Smitten and Go-To Patterns Highlight

 

This top from Seamingly Smitten is pretty stylish. It is the Miss Mod Top. It comes in sizes XS-XL.





Img from Seamingly Smitten

Img from Seamingly Smitten

 





 



 



I can picture this with a belt around it and some nice jeans.

And, then there is the Mimi Maxi Dress

 

Img from Seamingly Smitten

This one also comes in sizes XS-XL.

 

And, then from Go-To Patterns, there is the Shift Dress in sizes 12 month to 12 years:

 

Img from Go-To Patterns

 

Img from Go-To Patterns

So cute over top of some leggings!

 

Also from Go-To Patterns is the Go-To Gift Bags:

 

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This one includes a variety of gift bags--a wine bag, large gift bag, medium gift bag, small gift bag, and a gift card wallet.

A great idea to make re-usable gift bags that won't tear!

 

All of these patterns are included in the $24.95 pattern bundle--and these four alone are worth $34.00!

Again, a great deal which you can buy here.

 

 

Here is the full bundle--worth $139--all for $24.95!

 

 

Make sure to get it before it is gone--this ends the 11th!

And, it won't be coming back!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sew Fearless and Me Sew Crazy Patterns Highlight

So, another highlight of some of the patterns included in the Sew Fab E-Pattern bundle.

 

This suitcase is super cute!

 

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It is The Sidekick Suitcase by Sew Fearless. I can imagine the fun of packing a homemade suitcase for an outing for my kids. Shucks, I can imagine the fun of packing one for myself!

 

Img from Sew Fearless

 It even has pockets in the inside--sew, sew cute!

 

And, then, the Madeline Dress by Me Sew Crazy:

 

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It comes in sizes 2-6--perfect for your little girl with those sweet bows on the shoulders!

 

Also from Me Sew Crazy is the Forget Me Knot dress.

 

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 Those knots are so neat! And, this one also comes in sizes 2-6.

 

All these patterns are also included in the pattern bundle--you know, the one that is supposed to be $139, but is only $24.95?

 

If you haven't bought yours yet, you can head over here to buy it or click on the 'Buy It Now' button below:

 

 

These three patterns alone are worth $26!

 

 

 

 

 



Sew Much Ado and Gingercake Patterns Highlight

I think my daughter would LOVE this. I really like this doll--it is super cute and girly!

 

Img from Sew Much Ado

It's the Ruby Lou Doll from Sew Much Ado.

Is it not cute?



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And, also from Sew Much Ado is the Mommy and Mia Apron pattern.

 

Img from Sew Much Ado

How cute is that?! Matching aprons for yourself and your daughter.

The sizing includes women's regular and girls size 3-6.

 

And, from Gingercake there is this sweet lunch box so your kids can take their lunches to school in that special lunch box from mom. Or, if you bag a lunch for yourself or your husband, what fun to be able to have a homemade lunch box to lug that lunch along.
 

Img from Gingercake

And, also from Gingercake, there is the Modern Folksy Bunny.



Img from Gingercake

Isn't that a cute stuffie? That'd be a great baby gift!

 

These are some of the patterns included in the great big bundle that is only $24.95 instead of $139!

 

 

Go here to buy the bundle.

There is only 4 days left!



Figgy's Patterns Highlight

Have you seen the great bundle of patterns? 18 patterns for $24.95 instead of $139!

 

 

Ok, so I have to say my favourite pattern in the bundle is this one (at least I think so right now...sigh...many of them are really neat!):

 

Img from Figgy's

The Banyan Tee and Tunic.

Img from Figgy's

I really, really like that it is for both boys and girls! Plus, that handkerchief hem is great--it would definitely be a great addition to any wardrobe. Plus it comes in sizes 18 mos- 8/9 year. This pattern would be a staple pattern for years!

 

Plus, there is the Banyan Trousers and Shorts pattern as well.

 

Img from Figgy's

 And, also for boys:

 



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This one also ranges in size from 18 mos to 8/9 years.

 

Also, in the bundle from Figgy's patterns is the Scirocco Dress.

 

Img from Figgy's

It features an open back and a flounce.

 

Img from Figgy's

This one also comes in sizes 18 mos to 8/9 years.

 

Check out their shop here:

 

 

and buy these 3 patterns plus 15 more in the bundle here:

 

 

I hope to highlight some more of the patterns tomorrow, so come back and check them out!