McCalls 6700 - My Go-To Maxi???

 

McCalls 6700 has become a go-to pattern for me when I want a quick and simple maxi dress.

Accordion Pleats Add Magic!

Accordion (aka pleated) polyester just does something for an off the shoulder dress, doesn't it?!

Sewn Magazine Feature | Maxis & Hats

 Another appearance in Sewn Magazine is in the books!  

The October 2020 feature: Maxis & Hats

Black & White Stripe Blouse - McCalls 6436 - Minerva Guest Blog Post

Lately I have been craving blouses made from georgette fabrics.  This Minerva striped georgette was a must have in my wardrobe and I'm so glad I got it.  Check out my Minerva Ambassador blog post to find out more about georgette and the pattern I used for the blouse.  

Minerva Guest Post - Tweed Coating & McCalls Capelet (7291)

 Here's to adding color to not just my wardrobe, but my outerwear!  This tweed coating from Minerva is the perfect blend of pink and wine threads.  I wanted to do something fun and flirty.  Check out my guest blog post at Minerva, discussing my creation used with McCalls 7291 pattern.

Red Wrap Dress | Minerva Guest Blog Post

Simplicity 2981 | Wrap Dress w/ Godets | Minerva Alise Stretch Crepe

Atlanta Sewing Stye All Ankara Featured in Sewn Magazine!

I never wanted to live in (near) Atlanta, but I must say, it has brought some special people and moments into my life.  Including this talented group of people!  A group sharing a common interest and the blessed ability to sew our own clothing! 

John Kaldor Peachskin from Minerva | Another circle skirt with pockets!

 

Pretty bright florals aren't just for the summer.  This John Kaldor Peachskin from Minerva is deserving of being worn year round.

Lace Bomber Jacket (McCalls 7100) and Scuba Knit Circle Skirt | Minerva Guest Blog Post

Thank God for giving me the ability to make visions a reality. 

Minerva Double Knit | Vogue 1424

Head over to Minerva and check out my post about this Vogue creation using a ponte knit found on the site.

Made for Mermaids with a Bishop Sleeve Hack | Minerva Guest Blog Post

Have you ever had an ah-ha moment and had to remind yourself that you can sew? That you can make anything you want to make? That happened to me a few months ago, and I have been on this bishop sleeve kick for a while.

The Zadie Jumpsuit in Minerva's Linen Look Suiting

Hello Fall!  

It’s amazing how quickly the fall season fell upon us (pun intended).  It has been an extremely long year, but it has flown by.  I know that’s a weird sentence but you can’t deny that there’s truth to it.  

Rebecca Page - Eloise | Voile Fabric

 I tried something new!  

I've never shirred anything in my life, and as of today, I still have not.  But I did create a similar look/function using multiple elastic casings. 

Double Brushed Poly + Made for Mermaids Mama Isabel

 

I absolutely LOVE Double Brushed Polyester

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I absolutely LOVE large scale prints.

Sewn Magazine Black & White Feature - Simplicity 2247

My First Magazine Feature in SEWN Magazine!!