I’ve been pinning swimsuit inspiration for months now, trying to will the warm weather to come. One inspiration kept coming up back to me so much so that I knew I needed to make it happen. It’s a tie front one piece that I started thinking… hacking Shelly could make it! For this hack, you’ll need the Shelly pattern. I’m…
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Our new Capri Skirt in Mini, Midi, and Maxi lengths is a flattering, woven skirt with several options. Capri is designed specifically for soft apparel woven fabrics. Choose between two views – a simple skirt (view A) or a skirt with a front slit (view B). Both options include all three hemline lengths. The waistband is fitted with a clean…
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Our new Venice Henley Crop, Top, and Bodysuit is a fun, fitted henley knit pattern in bust sizes 30″-60″. Venice is packed full of options! You can choose from a crop or top length, OR a thong or brief bodysuit. The bodysuit is finished with picot elastic and hook and eye tape. The neckline is a functional henley placket in…
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I love that spring is finally in the air down here in Southern California! Don’t get me wrong, in winter I fully enjoy snuggling up in a warm and cuddly sweatshirt, but in spring I like to bring out all of my pretty dresses and tops that show off a bit more skin. The So Cal sunshine can wreak havoc…
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The first time you tackle a zipper it can seem pretty daunting; however with a little practise, the right presser foot, and the correct technique, they become quite easy and really help take your sewing up a notch. This blog post will guide you through the different types of zippers and hardware you can use; show you how to…
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The new Stevie Sleep Set is putting my usual PJs to SHAME! I have talked a big game about a PJ overhaul in the past, but have I done it yet? Absolutely not. Now, I can claim I was waiting for the Stevie Sleep Set to be released. It is SUCH a cute set and a lot simpler than you…
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It’s always fun to discover what styles I’m drawn to each season. This season is all about chunky turtlenecks and ponchos. I’ve seen them everywhere! I had some perfect sweater knit that was begging to be made into my perfect poncho. Rather than seeking out a brand new pattern, I went straight to my library of Made for Mermaids patterns…
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Thank you so much for hanging out with us last week while we worked on our Loren Teddys! I love how they all turned out. 🙂 WINNERS! CANDICE K. I LOVE the fabrics Candice used for this Teddy. The dark lace looks so pretty with the light blue. Love, love it!! Candice wins a gift certificate to Surge Fabric Shop…
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Today is our last sewing day of the Loren SAL! We’re going to attach the cups to the bottom, and then attach the waist elastic. Baste your cups to the waist first; match up raw edges with right sides together, and baste with 1/4″ seam allowance. Then, attach your knit or clear elastic with a 3/8″ seam allowance. After attaching…
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Day 5 is here! Today we’re sewing up the bottoms. Whether you’re doing the cheeky version or the thong version, the steps are essentially the same. If you’re having trouble distinguishing between right side and wrong side of your lingerie fabrics, you are not alone! It can be really tricky with laces especially, but also with lining, nylon spandex, etc….
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