One of my very first me made items was a pencil skirt with a cactus double brushed polyester fabric. I wore it quite a bit, but now have come to find patterns and fabrics that fit me better! When I saw this gorgeous Payson Fabric at Amelia Lane Designs, I HAD to have it! I... Continue Reading →
Testing… Hello Gorgeous!
I had the opportunity to join The Pattern Emporium in the testing of one of their latest patterns. I had not tested for them before, but I loved the process! Plus, I got a couple of gorgeous new tops out of the deal. 🙂 The new pattern I tested was Hello Gorgeous. The other that... Continue Reading →
It’s a Pirate’s Life for the Little
The Little has been very interested in pirates and ships lately and has requested to be a pirate for Halloween. I'm still not sure he completely understands what Halloween is, but he keeps saying he's getting ready for the Halloween party. With him being 3, I wanted to include him in this big day. I... Continue Reading →
Last Crop of the Season
I love the Studio to Street Top by Greenstyle Creations. It is one of my favorite tops, and I can't wait to make all the comfy hooded versions this winter! But, to last through the still warm weather here in Arizona, I made a cropped version a few weeks ago. Instead of using bands for... Continue Reading →
GS Solo Tank
Today I'm going to share a little about the Solo Tank by Greenstyle Creations. This is one top that I absolutely love for yard work and working out. The large arm openings sets this tank apart from other racerback tanks out there! The openings can be finished with bands or bindings and there is an... Continue Reading →
Testing the Greenstyle No Show Briefs
Alright y'all. This is nothing different than showing my butt in a swimsuit. I'm about to tell you all about my new favorite pair of undies! Greenstyle Creations has been working their butts off (pun totally intended) on this new pattern... The No Show Briefs! I'm here to tell you allll about it! So, I... Continue Reading →
EM – Be Active Shorts
When I first saw this pattern, I thought the shorts were so cute! I have been looking for more patterns to use up some of my athletic scraps, and this one is perfect! I have not seen many waistbands around like these shorts have and was excited at the opportunity to sew them up. The... Continue Reading →
Crop Tops with Lille
I’ve seen so many cute crop tops everywhere lately and wanted to jump on board! I did not have a pattern for one, so looked toward my pattern library to see what could work. I wanted something a bit sporty, so I first looked at patterns with a racerback. I had purchased the Lille Tank... Continue Reading →
Bachelorette gifts… Not what you’re thinking.
If I haven't announced yet, my brother is getting married! I am so excited for him and my future sister in law and can't wait for her to join the family. 🙂 K's Bachelorette was this weekend, but unfortunately I was unable to attend. I was super bummed (still am), but wanted to send along... Continue Reading →