I’ve been so excited about this post for romper week! I’ve been wanting to make my Kudzu coveralls into a short romper since I designed them. I ADORE the results! Ollie lived in the pairs I made him last winter and since they’re basically all he wears, I know he’ll get lots of wear from these, too. I spotted this fabric in JoAnn’s and immediately knew I wanted to use it to try the short…
Continue readingI’m really excited to be participating in the 30 Days of Sundresses series for Melly Sews! I participated the first year she did the series and I shared a quick and simple short sleeve peasant dress tutorial I made for Sofia’s 4th birthday. I can’t believe it’s TWO years later and my girl is days away from turning 6!! This dress literally came to me in a dream. I’d been brainstorming simple knit dress ideas…
Continue readingI’m over at Riley Blake today with my latest Project Design Team post—my newest pattern, the Sycamore Shorts! And it’s FREE! The Sycamore Shorts are for boys and girls, sizes 12m to 8, and feature adorably unique, large side pockets–perfect for hidden treasures, snacks, rocks, and everything else kids like to keep close at hand. My kids adore these shorts and have worn them almost every day since I made them! They’re begging for more…
Continue readingI met Lynn, the sweet designer behind Bebelambs, back when I was testing my Kudzu pattern. She did a phenomenal job for me and I’ve enjoyed working with her. So when she asked for bloggers to try her pattern for her pattern tour, I happily volunteered! Sofia saw the pattern on my computer and asked me to make it for her. I was glad she loved it because it’s right up her alley. I’ve mentioned…
Continue readingRecently I shared my personal challenge this year to make a birthday gift for everyone in my family. I’m doing pretty well so far, too! And since we’re nearly to Mother’s Day, I wanted to share what I made my amazing Mom. Swoon’s Scarf Neck Cardigan is perfect for my super-hip Mama. She loves this style so when I saw the pattern I knew it would be just the thing to make for her. Then…
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