Sometimes I like to Sew...

Heirloom Sewing & Lauren's A-Line Dress

I took an heirloom sewing class about a month ago and made this dress shortly after. I've been waiting to take better pictures of it after it has been ironed and startched, but I had the camera out tonight and went for it. I know my mother will be appalled, but if you can look past the wrinkles it's not so bad. 

I used Lauren's A-Line Dress Pattern by Bonnie Blue. It's very basic, but with a little lace it takes on a totally different look. I added pin-tucks to the front and ecru entredeaux and lace around the hemline and sleeves. I like it because it's subtle look and I was scared to use lots of lace on my first attempt. She wore it to church a few weeks ago!

This is the same dress pattern, but a totally different look. I made this one in a size up and it's still big, but I think it would look cute with a little apron or swing back top over it. The fabric is very bold!

Britches & Bloomers

I picked up some tops from Old Navy in the clearance section and made Lucy some pants to match. My mom picked out the fabric! Little bit does better in custom pants with an adjustable elastic waist due to her figure. :)

Oliver + S Pleated Skirt

I completed this quick project this afternoon. My mom found this cute Janie & Jack Sweater at a consignment shop and it looks like it was never even worn. The sweater even came with a matching hat, but I'm pretty sure little bit will never let me put it on her head. I wanted a cute skirt to go with it so I went with the pleated skirt pattern that comes with the 2+2 blouse by Oliver+S. I found this raspberry corduroy on sale at Joann's on my last visit. It's a little big right now, but at the rate she's growing it should fit just right by December. As always the pattern came together quickly and easily and I learned a few new things!

It's been WAY too long...

Well, I had a great trip to Chattanooga. While there we attempted to learn to stiple. I have yet to put it into practice for real, so no guarantees. I'm not ready to add that to my list of sewing skills quite yet.

Next weekend I'm signed up for a class on how to start your own embroidery business. Now that is a skill I am confident I can offer. Let's hope we learn lots and maybe I'll actually put some things in my etsy shop!

Last night I finished sewing an Oliver+S 2+2 Blouse (View A) for Lulu. It's one of the first things I have sewn for fall. If only it were a little bit breezy in Houston so I could justify letting her wear it out of the house!

I made the 18-24 month size everywhere except for the length which is a 3T. I wanted it to be a little more tunic-like to go over some little brown leggings instead. It turned out just as I pictured. I'm considering making my next one even longer for little bit to wear as a dress! 

I opted for a button closer at the neckline instead of the ties because she's at the age where she would just try to either eat them or pull them off all day.

Here's the 2+2 Blouse (View B) I made for her last fall. I don't even remember when she was that little!

I have lots more to share including my first dress using entredeaux and lace! I'll have to wait for her to wake up so I can take pictures.

I caved and purchased these as soon as they became available. I couldn't resist. I'm not proud of it. Now I am just waiting patiently for the package to arrive at my door.