Jennifer Lauren Handmade Pippi Pinafore Review

Hey everyone! Apologies for my long absence. Life gets in the way sometimes, but I’m back and ready to talk about the latest pattern I’ve sewn, The Pippi Pinafore. This is the third pattern (second review) I’ve sewn up from Jennifer Lauren Handmade and I’m very pleased with the result! Just a heads up, this pattern was given to me for reviewing purposes and all opinions are my own. That said, let’s jump on in!

A Tale of Two Ann(e) Tops

Hi everybody! I recently had to organize all of my sewing things and came across SOOOO many PDFs that I had completely forgot about. Before BlueGingerDoll dropped off the face of the sewing world, I purchased the Anne top. My other forgotten top is also called Ann, that has ruching on the sides, which I received for free through signing up for Style Arc emails…3 years ago.  Keep reading for additional details!

Sewing for Others: McCalls 6465

Hello all! My Mother in Law asked if I can make a dress for her that she could wear to a wedding Memorial Day weekend. Of course I jumped at the opportunity since I want to learn how to sew for different body types. Read on for more pics and info.

December 2016 Wrap-Up

The end of the year came by so quickly, I forgot to talk about some of my favorite things I’ve made during December. Warning: Photo Heavy!

My Latest Love: BlueGingerDoll Odette

I’ve been a fan of BlueGingerDoll since the release of Bonnie and Violet so I was really excited to find the Odette pattern on Craftsy’s Website. With the exception of some fitting issues, I LOVE THIS DRESS. I love it so much I have 2 more coming your way, with different changes each time.

Simplicity Amazing Fit 1354

 

Y’all…this pattern is most definitely a NEVER AGAIN. My face says it all. The construction to a point was really straightforward until you get to the sleeves. Holy crap. How do you even make this dress?! I’ll still wear it because I adore the print but never again.

Simplicity 8096 Amazing Fit Alphabet Dress

Since I made my shirtdress, I’ve been inspired to just “go for it” and step out of my knit comfort zone. I’m so glad that I did! Introducing my $5 dress made from a thrift store bed sheet and pillowcase.

McCalls 6696 Shirt Dress

Happy Monday! For as long as I can remember, I’ve wanted to make this dress but have been too afraid of it because:

1. It’s not a knit.
2. There’s buttons AND a collar!
3. It’s a dress, not a skirt.

Although it’s by no means perfect, I’m SO PROUD of myself for finishing the dress in a weekend and not giving up. It was a very frustrating experience but it has inspired me to keep trying!

Dark Grey Gertie Sweetheart Knit Top

 

Yet another Gertie Sweetheart knit top…I can’t help myself(sorry not sorry). This pattern has been so good to me!

BlueGingerDoll Violet

HI EVERYBODY! This is my final post of 2015 and what a year this has been. I promised myself earlier this year that I would try to sew more and I’m happy to say that I have. 24 new outfits added to my overflowing closet this year alone! I’m going to double that number in 2016.