Hi everybody! Today I’ll be talking about one of my new favorite patterns, the Jennifer Lauren Handmade Gable top. It’s described as a classic 50s-inspired true slash neckline, a long-line body for extra comfort and three different sleeve options. Read on for more info! Continue reading
Selfish Sewing
A Tale of Two Ann(e) Tops
StandardHi 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!
Double Simplicity! 8268 Joggers and 8344 Bodysuit
StandardHey there! This is my husband, Nick. I came across a joggers pattern that I thought he would like and here I am to talk about it. Also, I made a bodysuit…
A New Moxie Verity and Tilly and The Buttons Coco
StandardHello all! This is my second version of the Moxie Verity dress. My first was sleeveless with a split cowl neck and I loved how cozy it was. Of course I immediately had to make another, which I did…in December. I’m also going to share my Tilly and the Buttons Coco dress from Christmas. Read on for more info!
December 2016 Wrap-Up
StandardThe 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!
Gertie’s Sweetheart Knit Top…Again?
Standard…Yep! When you’ve got a good thing, you don’t let it go! This pattern is a real winner and it’s versatile, so I keep going back to it. ***I must be having deja vu because I thought I posted this in October! Well, I meant to.***
Style Arc Samantha BlueGingerDoll Violet Mash-Up
StandardHello! More pics from my vacation, this time in Canada and a new dress that is soft and comfy! We visited the Capilano Suspension Bridge, which was a bit frightening but also very beautiful.
Christmas in July?
StandardNot really, but I came across these photos of an unblogged holiday outfit that I wore for a tackiest sweater contest at my job. It’s completely unconventional but I love it and will wear it again this holiday season!
McCall’s 7083 in Dotted Swiss
StandardLately I’ve been looking for patterns that are a D cup or larger so I’ve been willing to make anything, like this dress. I don’t love it and I won’t wear it again.
BlueGingerDoll Odette in Yellow Flowers
StandardThis is actually the wearable muslin of the swan Odette with a dirndl skirt because I didn’t have enough fabric, of course!