My first Sewing Swap

I decided to try something new and do a Sewing Swap.  Its a Sewing group I found on Facebook where every month you can sign up and get paired with another sewing lover.  You both share the measurements of your little ones and then you sew something for them.  It was so much fun but really kind of tricky deciding what to make!  I know my kids and their quirky  likes and dislikes when it comes to clothes but I have know idea what these kids will like. So, fingers crossed they like their surprises, because I sure do.

So,  first is the little man's outfit.  I really like it a lot.  I of course started of with my go to raglan tee from Peek-a-Boo Patterns.  So basic yet effective and cute.

Then for the shorts, I tried out a new pattern for me.  This is the Hunter shorts from the Star Shorts bundle by Flosstyle Patterns.  I got the pattern for the skort option in it but I really like these Hunters too.  They're made with twill fabric so they'll hold up very nicely to play and wash.  I love twill!

I'm really happy with the cargo pocket feature on these.  It was pretty easy to do, but really adds a nice design element that takes them far beyond simple boring shorts.

And of course I had to add snaps.  The pattern didn't call for them but the flaps were...well...flapping and I just didn't like it so out came the snaps. And I think they add a really nice POP.

And for the little lady...  When in doubt...make a Larkin!  Its the same pattern I used Kallie's birthday dress, but with a very basic skirt. With out any ruffles it'll be more like a tunic and I figured that was perfect for a little 1 year old trying to get around and play.  Gotta love Create Kids Couture's Larkin!  This is the 3rd I've made in just over a month...

I did leave off the back sash/bow.  I didn't figure she really needed it and I was going more for fun and play instead to the full blown fancy dress.  I like it, keeps it easier for mom and that's ALWAYS good.

And you know me....I have to make little bloomers.  I can't have a diaper butt hanging out from under the top!

All in all, this was a lot of fun!  I'll definitely do it again, but maybe I'll wait until I have a slightly less busy month.  I really cut it close on this one.  The deadline to ship the items out was today and I finished sewing this afternoon and immediately ran to the post office.  I got them shipped out with 2 hours to spare....  WOW!

The Mia Halter

OK...first, lets just take a moment and appreciate the pinch-worthiness of those cheeks!!!

Alright, alright, on to the dress...
I got to test the new Mia Halter pattern for Little4Awhile and I had so much fun with this one!!

Its absolutely perfect for appliques, in this case I went for a little Minnie Mouse number for my neighbors little girl because they were about to head to Disney World.  And lets face it, I just couldn't let her go to Disney without a cute dress.

Such a fast and easy sew.  And I love when patterns use elastic in the back instead of ruching.  Ruching is cute, but oh I hate doing it!!!  Using the elastic in the back is just as cute but without the headache and horrid  irritation.

And I couldn't help myself, I had to make some little bloomers to go under! All together now....AWWWWWW!!!

She loves you all too...

Oh, the CUTENESS!!!

Man, I love this combo! And she sure seems to also. ;)

 I participated in the Sew-along for the Blaycie's skinny pants over at Create Kids Couture's Facebook page and had a blast.  I have had this pattern for quite a while and it was a major on my fall sewing to do list but somehow in the craziness that was Christmas prep it just never happened......until now! 

 The sew along finally got me to make them and I'm so glad, because they are sooo cute!  Miss Kallie is right at the edge of the size 3s so I chose to go up to the 4 so these will last her all the way into fall.  

I paired it with a slightly modified version of the beloved Kimber's dress, also by CKC.  Who can pass up the perfect twirl of this pattern?!?!   This girl LOVES to twirl!

I gave it shorter sleeves and a shorter skirt to make it more of a peplum style top.  With the purple piping on the pants to coordinate with the purple hearts of the top, it really is the perfect pair.

AND.....one more shot of the cutie just for fun....

The Emily Tshirt

I recently got to test the new Emily Tee for Layla Jeyne Patterns.  It really is a wonderful pattern that I will use a TON!  Who can complain about being forced to do selfish sewing?

  Emily has such have a flattering fit and so many options, I've barely scratched the surface!  The hoodie and cowl will absolutely be staples in my wardrobe come fall!

LOVING the Easy Breezy Summer Tee

I had the privilege of testing the Easy Breezy Summer Tee by Nap-time Creations recently and I love it!  So loose and...well...breezy!  Haha.

  Its so comfy on a warm day and I am loving it during this early spring we are having right now.  It was such a fast sew and the dolman sleeves are very trendy right now!

  And the best part....it works with both knits and wovens!!!  How great is that?!?!  I started with knits because thats what I have the most of in my stash but I am definitely doing it in wovens very soon, already have the fabric picked out and everything!

The Mya and Momma Mya

I recently purchased a new release from Made for Mermaids and I absolutely love it.  I got the bundle deal for the new Mama Mya and Mya Pattern during the initial release and got both the little girls version as well as the womens version at an amazing price so I can make fun matching sets for both me and Kallie.  I started off with this set and Kallie was beyond ecstatic that we matched.  It truely is a great pattern. The fit is nice and loose so its very forgiving and i didn't even need to add length, which is rare for me.   With so many options, my biggest problem is deciding which version to make.   All I know for sure is that I will be making a ton of these.  I did trim down the sides on this top to make it not as loose at the hips as the original and trimmed down the curved hem, it seemed a little severe on my slimmer frame and felt more like a nightgown, but that only adds to the different versions I can now  make.  Unless I'm testing, its pretty rare for me to leave a womens pattern as originally designed.  I just prefer to personalize them to fit me the way I like.  But its important to have a great base pattern to start with and this pattern fits that to a t.  As for the girls version, I changed absolutely nothing.  Its perfect, absolutely perfect just the way it is.

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Welcome to my blog.  I'm a wife and mother to 3 amazing and crazy kids.  I'm a stay-at-home mom with a love for sewing.    This will be a place for me to share my passion for sewing and the things I create, for me to share my thoughts on new patterns I try or test and a little bit of the craziness that is my life.  I'm new to blogging, so bare with me. ;)