Add Puff Sleeve Drama with a Sheridan Sweater Hack

This post was originally published on the Hey June Handmade Blog in January, 2020.  Edits are in italics and additional pictures have been added (since I love this pattern SO much!) When I first hacked this Sheridan Sweater for the Hey June Handmade Blog, I had no idea it was going to become one of my … Continue reading Add Puff Sleeve Drama with a Sheridan Sweater Hack

Working Out with Ciré by Pine Crest Fabrics

With a short, petite frame and hips two sizes larger than my waist, I've struggled to find athletic wear that won't roll or shift down while I move.  Even with poor luck with the big name athleisure companies, I started making my own work out clothes a few years ago and haven't turned back since. … Continue reading Working Out with Ciré by Pine Crest Fabrics

Peppermint PJs Review

What great timing on the launch of these Peppermint Pajamas by Blank Slate Patterns. We're heading into holiday season and I've always sewn family PJs for Christmas Eve. I've also always drafted my own (making different tweeks every year) and have yet to add pockets. Well, now I actually have a pattern (that fits!) and … Continue reading Peppermint PJs Review

Derby Dress by Love You Sew

Derby Dress: Maxi Hack

I was so excited when D&H Fabrics approached me to collaborate with their exclusive fabric collection with Katie Kortman.  I was asked to make something using one of the three available prints and I knew I would have to make a statement maxi dress using the Dash fabric with the Derby Dress pattern by Christine … Continue reading Derby Dress: Maxi Hack

Holly Jumpsuit by Love You Sew

Holly Jumpsuit Review

When I sew my own clothes, I like to know they will last for awhile.  So when the jumpsuit and romper trend came out, I was very hesitant to make one.  I wasn't sure the one-piece look would be right on me.  Oh, and there IS that issue of completely undressing when using the restroom! … Continue reading Holly Jumpsuit Review