Showing posts with label imagine gnats. Show all posts
Showing posts with label imagine gnats. Show all posts
Wednesday, June 3, 2015
Springtail Sundress Pattern
It's been a l-o-o-o-ng time since I've done any pattern testing, but when Rachael at Imagine Gnats posted a picture of a fresh summer dress pattern she was working on, I jumped at the chance to volunteer to try it out. I was thrilled when she asked me to give her Springtail Sundress Pattern a test run that I ended up making more than once since I liked it so much!
Tuesday, September 23, 2014
The Satchel Bag for Selfish Sewing Week
I love the idea of Selfish Sewing Week. It's a reminder that sometimes we just need to make ourselves a priority and sew something that we get to keep and enjoy!
When sewing for myself, I almost always prefer to sew a bag or purse. For Selfish Sewing Week, I chose to make myself The Satchel Bag from Sewing Patterns by Mrs. H. This was the first pattern from Sewing Patterns by Mrs. H that I had tried, but I have been admiring The Satchel Bag design for some time now. So glad Selfish Sewing Week gave me the nudge I needed to try it!
When sewing for myself, I almost always prefer to sew a bag or purse. For Selfish Sewing Week, I chose to make myself The Satchel Bag from Sewing Patterns by Mrs. H. This was the first pattern from Sewing Patterns by Mrs. H that I had tried, but I have been admiring The Satchel Bag design for some time now. So glad Selfish Sewing Week gave me the nudge I needed to try it!
Thursday, May 16, 2013
Roly Poly Pinafore + Pattern Giveaway
This pattern name is so fun to say--Roly Poly Pinafore--and it was a lot of fun to make, too! The Roly Poly Pinafore is the first of what I know will be many great patterns by the multi-talented Rachael of Imagine Gnats. In fact, if you saw my post from Tuesday, you know she already has a second pattern (the Tumble Tee) in testing that will be released soon.
Today though, I'm sharing with you my version of the Roly Poly Pinafore as part of the Roly Poly-along blog tour that is happening through the end of May.
When I first signed up to make a Roly Poly Pinafore for the blog tour, I had considered sewing together strips of a jelly roll and using the yardage created as the fabric for the top. However, after sewing together all 40 strips of fabric (ugh!), I decided that it just wasn't the look I wanted to give this fun, playful top. So, I riffled through my fabric stash and came across this colorful novelty print I bought last year called Woodland Friends by Ellen Crimi-Trent for Clothworks. The reverse side is a quilting cotton I bought at the same time but have no idea of the name.
The Roly Poly Pinafore is so sweet and simple, yet the single pleat in the front and the cross over panels in the back set it apart from a basic a-line top or dress and add a touch of whimsy to the look. This top is also apparently the perfect thing to wear for a day out at the playground!
The pinafore is completely reversible with no exposed seams, and both sides have their own set of in-seam pockets although I couldn't get my model to use them for any pictures!
Rachael has done an excellent job with this pattern. I made Ella a size 5, and as you can see, it fits perfectly. The pattern includes sizes 6 months to size 10, but the pattern pieces are separated out into two groups so you won't waste ink and paper printing out multiple sizes you don't need. The pattern instructions also show you how to cut out the fabric with the pocket piece attached to the bodice pieces already or as separate pieces that you sew on.
Reversible tops and dresses are so easy to make and eliminate the need for pressing under hems and using the serger to finish raw edges. Plus, if your child spills something on one side, you simply flip it over and they look all clean again! Magic!
The overlap design in the back is ideal for climbing and swinging from monkey bars because it doesn't constrict your child's movement. Plus, when the weather really heats up this summer, Ella can wear the Roly Poly Pinafore without the extra polo shirt underneath yet still be covered up.
Thanks, Rachael, for having me roll along in the Roly Poly-along Blog Tour! It's been fun!
Can't get enough of the Roly Poly Pinafore? Then you are in luck! There are more Roly Poly sightings scheduled for every weekday for the rest of May.
Plus, you can enter my contest below for a chance to win your own copy of the Roly Poly Pinafore pattern, compliments of Rachael at Imagine Gnats! Winner will be announced on Monday, May 20th!
a Rafflecopter giveaway
Today though, I'm sharing with you my version of the Roly Poly Pinafore as part of the Roly Poly-along blog tour that is happening through the end of May.
When I first signed up to make a Roly Poly Pinafore for the blog tour, I had considered sewing together strips of a jelly roll and using the yardage created as the fabric for the top. However, after sewing together all 40 strips of fabric (ugh!), I decided that it just wasn't the look I wanted to give this fun, playful top. So, I riffled through my fabric stash and came across this colorful novelty print I bought last year called Woodland Friends by Ellen Crimi-Trent for Clothworks. The reverse side is a quilting cotton I bought at the same time but have no idea of the name.
The Roly Poly Pinafore is so sweet and simple, yet the single pleat in the front and the cross over panels in the back set it apart from a basic a-line top or dress and add a touch of whimsy to the look. This top is also apparently the perfect thing to wear for a day out at the playground!
The pinafore is completely reversible with no exposed seams, and both sides have their own set of in-seam pockets although I couldn't get my model to use them for any pictures!
Rachael has done an excellent job with this pattern. I made Ella a size 5, and as you can see, it fits perfectly. The pattern includes sizes 6 months to size 10, but the pattern pieces are separated out into two groups so you won't waste ink and paper printing out multiple sizes you don't need. The pattern instructions also show you how to cut out the fabric with the pocket piece attached to the bodice pieces already or as separate pieces that you sew on.
Reversible tops and dresses are so easy to make and eliminate the need for pressing under hems and using the serger to finish raw edges. Plus, if your child spills something on one side, you simply flip it over and they look all clean again! Magic!
The overlap design in the back is ideal for climbing and swinging from monkey bars because it doesn't constrict your child's movement. Plus, when the weather really heats up this summer, Ella can wear the Roly Poly Pinafore without the extra polo shirt underneath yet still be covered up.
Thanks, Rachael, for having me roll along in the Roly Poly-along Blog Tour! It's been fun!
Can't get enough of the Roly Poly Pinafore? Then you are in luck! There are more Roly Poly sightings scheduled for every weekday for the rest of May.
5.13 Jill Made with Moxie / Stephanie The Crafty Kitty
5.14 Stephanie NeurosesGalore / Cherie you & mie
5.15 Ari Max California / Caila Caila Made
5.16 Veronica SewVery / Tara Girl like the sea
5.17 Nancy owen's olivia / Adrianna Crafterhours
5.20 Ajaire Call ajaire / Sarah EmmylouBeeDoo
5.21 Laura Craftstorming / Jessica a little gray
5.22 Frances Miss Matatabi / Nicke kiss kiss quilt
5.23 Amy formwork design / Kat Sew Chibi
5.24 Joanne Rose & Dahlia / Amanda Kitschy Coo
5.27 Celina Petit a Petit and family / Delia Delia Creates
5.28 Christy a.Amelia handmade / Carolyn Fake It While You Make It
5.29 Bonnie Fishsticks Designs / Maria La Inglesita
5.30 Jane Buzzmills / Kate Things for Charlie
5.31 Polly Jack & GeeGee / Molly Rose & Odin
Plus, you can enter my contest below for a chance to win your own copy of the Roly Poly Pinafore pattern, compliments of Rachael at Imagine Gnats! Winner will be announced on Monday, May 20th!
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Tuesday, May 14, 2013
Tumble Tee Pattern Test
My friend, Rachael, from Imagine Gnats has been busy lately developing a couple of children's clothing patterns. You may have already seen her Roly-Poly Pinafore pattern that was released last month and has been all over the blogosphere lately. In fact, I'll be sharing my version of the Roly-Poly Pinafore on Thursday as part of her pattern tour.
But the Roly-Poly Pinafore is not the pattern I'm here to talk to you about today. Rachael asked me to pattern test her latest creation called the Tumble Tee. It's a colorblock t-shirt style dress or top pattern that is amazingly simple and fast to make.
I chose to test the t-shirt out for Ella in a size 4T. It's very important to check the sizing charts of every pattern you make against your child's actual measurements. You see, I would normally have gone with a 5T for Ella because that is what she has been wearing for a while now in most store bought as well as homemade clothing, but according to the chest and height chart, Ella was definitely a 4T for the Tumble Tee pattern.
The top literally took 30 minutes to sew, and the fit is fantastic! I just love the split front with the horizontal stripes on one side and the vertical stripes on the other. And with these little cap sleeves, this top reminds me of a mini-version of the Casual Lady top and dress I've made for myself!
Miss Ella was sick all last week when I tested the Tumble Top pattern, so there aren't too many pictures of her modeling this lovely tee. I'll definitely be making more for her to wear this summer, so I promise to show those off when she is feeling better.
Stay tuned to Imagine Gnats for news of the Tumble Tee Pattern release date! You will not want to miss it!
UPDATE: The Tumble Tee Pattern is now available for sale here.
But the Roly-Poly Pinafore is not the pattern I'm here to talk to you about today. Rachael asked me to pattern test her latest creation called the Tumble Tee. It's a colorblock t-shirt style dress or top pattern that is amazingly simple and fast to make.
I chose to test the t-shirt out for Ella in a size 4T. It's very important to check the sizing charts of every pattern you make against your child's actual measurements. You see, I would normally have gone with a 5T for Ella because that is what she has been wearing for a while now in most store bought as well as homemade clothing, but according to the chest and height chart, Ella was definitely a 4T for the Tumble Tee pattern.
The top literally took 30 minutes to sew, and the fit is fantastic! I just love the split front with the horizontal stripes on one side and the vertical stripes on the other. And with these little cap sleeves, this top reminds me of a mini-version of the Casual Lady top and dress I've made for myself!
Miss Ella was sick all last week when I tested the Tumble Top pattern, so there aren't too many pictures of her modeling this lovely tee. I'll definitely be making more for her to wear this summer, so I promise to show those off when she is feeling better.
Stay tuned to Imagine Gnats for news of the Tumble Tee Pattern release date! You will not want to miss it!
UPDATE: The Tumble Tee Pattern is now available for sale here.
Wednesday, July 11, 2012
Scalloped Edge Shorts Tutorial
I was recently a guest over at Small + Friendly for the Shorts on the Line summer sew along where I shared my tutorial for making Scalloped Edge Shorts. I'm reposting the tutorial on my site in case any of my followers missed it. I'll also have it listed under my Tutorials.
First, find a pattern for a basic pair of shorts. I used Butterick B4503 View E.
As in my example, I cut the shorts out exactly according to the pattern; however, if you want the finished shorts to be the original length specified in the pattern, you'll need to make adjustments to the leg length by removing approximately 1.5" - 1.75" at the leg opening. This length will then be added back on when you attach the scallop edge.
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