Today is Day 2 of our Sierra SAL! There are three different bodice options for the tank style bodice – full bodice, side cut-outs, and open back. Our video for today shows how to sew up all three bodice versions! You’ll notice in the video that my lining for all three is gray; hopefully that will help you see where…
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Sierra Sew-a-long: Day 1
Hi mermaids and pirates! I am SO excited about our Sierra SAL this week. I hope you are able to create a romper or dress (or both!!!) that you love by the end of the week! 🙂 Sierra and the Women’s Sierra are trendy romper and dress patterns with lots of options! The Sierra bodice features a flattering v-neck in the front…
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5 year Pattern-versary!
I can’t believe another year has flown by and it’s time to CELEBRATE our pattern-versary again. Each year we celebrate together (past years here, here & here) and we always have special things planned along the way! If you’re new around here, five years ago I transitioned from boutique owner to pattern designer. I made and sold loads of princess…
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Sierra Hacks
Sierra and the Women’s Sierra are trendy romper and dress patterns with lots of options! The Sierra bodice features a flattering v-neck in the front and back, optional side cut-outs or open back, and either tank style or flutter sleeves. Hem lines include romper inseam, a peplum top, mini dress, maxi dress, or a dramatic high-low maxi dress. Perfect for spring and…
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Who’s Who at Made for Mermaids??
Who’s Who at Made for Mermaids?? How do you do it all? I get asked all the time how I get so many patterns out and how I “do it all”. The simple answer is, I don’t!! Made for Mermaids isn’t just me 😉 I have an entire team who help run the show. So who does my team include?…
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Fitting 101: Knit Tops Fit Comparison
Brittany wrote a great post here about ease, intended fit, and other important factors that play into fit! We know that sometimes hearing or reading how a garment fits isn’t always as beneficial as seeing how a garment is intended to fit. Below are fit pictures of 15 of our knit tops and tunics! Note: All of the shirts pictured…
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Lucy Hacks + Styling Tips
Hurray! The updated Lucy and Women’s Lucy release today! These patterns are designed for knit OR woven, and are so quick and easy. Options for Lucy include a curved ruffle hem or straight hem. Options for Women’s Lucy include 3.5″ or 4.5″ curved hem cut line, plus 3.5″ or 4.5″ straight hem cut line. Both feature elastic waistbands. If you’ve already purchased…
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Mya Hacks + Styling Tips
The new and improved Mya and Women’s Mya are releasing today! She is already packed full of fun options, especially with the addition of the tank cut lines, but we still wanted to give you a few ideas to keep your closet full of Myas looking fresh and unique. Mya is a knit top, curved tunic, or dress that is…
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Tassel D-I-Y
Tassels are taking over fashion. They are everywhere….. jewelry, bags, clothing, keychains, etc! I’m going to show you how to make your own tassels so you can embellish your handmade items! They are very quick and just take a few minutes of your time! Supplies needed: *Embroidery floss *Jump rings (you can find these in the jewelry section at your…
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Back to School 2018
Thanks to everyone for joining us on our 2018 Back to School blog tour last week! We hope you found a little bit of inspiration for you last bit of summer sewing. Did you miss a day? Not to worry! Check out the week in review below: Day 1: Wild and Wanderful, Rebel and Malice, mama & little e…
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