In the case of the bands/cuffs you will need to stretch them to match their corresponding pieces. But how can you be sure you've stretched them evenly across the garment? And gathered skirts/ruffles (as the name implies) need to be gathered down to size to match their corresponding pieces. Again - how can you be sure to gather and distribute them in more even amounts?
Tag: sewing
PR&P Opens Shop: The Aster Cardigan
Have you already heard of the new pattern store that Audrey has opened as part of her vision for Project Run and Play? Perhaps you've already been enjoying the blog tour as we introduce the patterns now for sale. This store is a place for past and future designers to sell their patterns that are reflections… Continue reading PR&P Opens Shop: The Aster Cardigan
It Looks Better on Her!!
(I'm going to go ahead and post this, but I feel the need to apologize for the photography. I'm a bit embarrassed. I had picture taking drama for this. My first try ended up with my new lens now getting repaired when I noticed how they were not focused. Second try was with a camera I'm… Continue reading It Looks Better on Her!!
Circus Act!!
Oh man! Here I am, hours before a Project Run and Play sew-along deadline submitting my own entry. What's new? That's kinda how I roll. (Even though I don't prefer that method.) The funny part? I didn't even sew this recently so my excuse for submitting this now is a bit weak. Just a bit… Continue reading Circus Act!!
The PR&P Rainbow
This week marks the end of the 7 week link-up over on the Project Run and Play site. Audrey had the idea to use the weeks between seasons to host a fun link-up. One week for each colour of the rainbow. You have this week to add your purple makes yet before it's done. This… Continue reading The PR&P Rainbow
Mediterraneo Fabrics
Today I have been TIRED!! To the point of an actual nap. The kind that when you wake up you are so super groggy. Well, one look in my email to see that the Art Gallery Fabrics Mediterraneo lookbook is out woke me right up! I always love looking through them the moment they show… Continue reading Mediterraneo Fabrics
Two Cute Girls
It's still Anniversary time for Simple Life Pattern co. That means the sales are still going for a few more days. Till Feb 25, to be exact. The code for 40% off pre-2018 releases is HAPPYTHREE and the new releases are 20%. The pictures are everywhere! So much inspiration. Here's a post about the Emma.… Continue reading Two Cute Girls
So? Whatd-ya get?
This is the question I've received a lot from people. They're referring to my prize package from winning Season 14 of Project Run and Play. Some of them are probably wondering if they should bother trying it for themselves! And they have the chance! Right now all you adventurous sewers or sewists (???) can pop… Continue reading So? Whatd-ya get?
Sandy Ruffle Dress Test
Since Christmas the testing world seemed to have exploded a bit!! Or a lot. It's like all the designers were just waiting for the holidays to be done. 🙂 Well, I have a hard time saying no and decided to tuck a few into my busy days. This test is, surprise, surprise, another Simple Life… Continue reading Sandy Ruffle Dress Test
The Aria Dress
This week Simple Life has released 3 knit patterns for us to enjoy. I'm here to share my version of the Aria Bow Back top and dress. My plans since Christmas were to focus on my own sewing, but then I saw this test show up and well, plans change. I'm specifically building up my… Continue reading The Aria Dress
I am Mami de Sofiona 