Brueram Dress Pattern by Sofilantjes

Its here! The much awaited  Brueram dress pattern by Sofilantjes (affiliate link) is now available! Such a pretty name for this pattern but some of you must be wondering the meaning or the origin, right? Well its Latin and its meaning is Heather. Isn't it beautiful!


If you want to keep up with new releases or sales just hope on over to Sofilantjes Sew and Show group on facebook. For now here is your inside information....get your Brueram Pattern for only $5.00 over the next couple of days, after that it will go back to its regular price of $8.95.

This is the tulip skirt version, but in the pattern you'll also have the maxi dress and the peplum top.

This is the feature that give this dress such a nice tailored look...the shirring keeps the bodice snug and in place but allows for comfort and ease of movement. For those who don't like shirring there's also insturctions in the tutorial for elastic casings. If you need more information on how to achieve shirring, just look up my tutorial here.

I just love the fit of this dress! The neckline sits perfectly, and there's no way those straps with their given position will slip off. 

Here are some of the pattern details:

• Sizes range from 12 months to 14 years
• Designed for light woven fabrics
• Step-by-step tech drawings to accompany written instructions
• 3/8" seam allowances included
• Special instructions on how to make this garment fit your model and how to adjust the pattern

This one is just proof that she does smile...but yes JubeJube is as serious as can be while in front of the camera.

Until next time, xx

Limon Dress and Tunic by Willow & Co.

Remember in Spring 2014 how the collective of Willow & Co. launched the sweetest collection of children's patterns, well they're back! Last week Antalya dress for children was released and today Limon, another child's pattern is available. There are two women's patterns and a bag pattern in the works scheduled to be released in the next few weeks.

Now, back to Limon...

The dress is fully lined and the front of the dress features pintucks and an optional button placket. There are instructions for sleeveless or short sleeves.

The back is equally pretty with detail with a back yoke and another set of pintucks to create a little more volume to this sweet simple silhouette.

Here are some of the pattern details:

• Sizes range from 6 months to 12 years
• Layered printing so you only print the sizes you need or want
• Step-by-step photos
• 1/2" seam allowances included
• This pattern is best suited to intermediates but there are a lot of helpful tips along the way

Until next time, xx.

Blaverry New Releases: Baylen

Yesterday was launch day for a bunch of new PDF patterns by Blaverry and I featured Star and Hayden, today I'll be showing you Baylen. This sweet little top is perfect for summer or can be worn year round layered over a t-shirt.

The yoke is lined and has two buttons at the back. The back scallops overlap. This is really one of those girly designs that I love so much!

Here are just some details Christie includes in her all her PDF patterns:

• Layered printing, print only the sizes you want or need with this feature
• 3/8" seam allowances are included
• Imperial and metric charts for body measurements and yardage requirements
• Digital illustrations and clear step-by step written instructions are included in the tutorial
• Sizes range (for most patterns) 9 months to 16 years

This top is sure to get some wear this summer, I paired it with leggings but I can also see it with a cute pair of denim shorts. 

 

Don't miss out on the release sale going on now at Blaverry.com, and be sure to like Blaverry on facebook to keep up on new releases and promotions!

Until next time, xx.

Blaverry New Releases: Hayden

Today is a huge day for Blaverry PDF Patterns...So many new patterns will be added to the pattern shop. I was able to help out on testing of a few of them and today I'm showing off my Hayden skirt and Star top. Although Star is not a brand new pattern work has been done to it, the size range in a lot larger now!

Star is a slim fit boatneck tee with half sleeves. A facing is used at the neckline to create that slight curve. I top stitched using a twin needle around the neckline and the bottom hem and sleeves. Just so you know this is a size 4 meant for Amelia, but it didn't go over her head (she does have a bit of a bigger head) BUT it did go very nicely without effort over JubeJube's head, who is now moving in to size 5.

This top is quite long no worries that you'll have exposed tummies or backs even if the bottoms are a lower rise. 

The Hayden skirt is a beautiful gathered skirt with inseam pockets and snaps down the left side of the skirt. The skirt waistband as tested doesn't have an elastic at the back but darn sure that one can be put in if desired.

Here are just some details Christie includes in her all her PDF patterns:

• Layered printing, print only the sizes you want or need with this feature
• 3/8" seam allowances are included
• Imperial and metric charts for body measurements and yardage requirements
• Digital illustrations and clear step-by step written instructions are included in the tutorial
• Sizes range (for most patterns) 9 months to 16 years

Ok, I just have to point this out, have you ever seen a five-year-old pose like this! I swear I didn't coach her.

Ok, one last thing, go check out Blaverry, like them on facebook to keep up with new releases, and be sure to take advantage of the new release sale going on NOW!

Until next time, xx.

Amelia's Easter Dress

I can't believe how March just flew by. So glad to finally post about a sewing project, it feels like ages. So happy to say that I have a giveaway to go with this post! So I don't know if you noticed but I posted here about the sew along with Mandy K Design, sewing up an English Rose Dress...well I'm late to the party BUT I'm posting about my dress now so you'll get to see it.

I've been saving  hoarding this fabric, Lily and Willy by Bunny Hill for Moda Fabrics,  for about three years now and I think I used it for the most perfect Easter dress. The only regret that I would have is that I didn't have enough fabric to make that beautiful bow that's featured in this pattern so I had to make the simple sash instead.

With a larger print, like this one, fabric placement is so important. Yes I used up a little more fabric, but this is what makes the difference. It would have been a bit silly of me to not center the bunny, it could have made the bodice and the whole dress look off balance. I also did the same for the collar, taking my time to make sure the collar looked balanced.

I also lined up my print for the side seams. when you have a gathered skirt like this one it doesn't matter if you have a couple of extra inches on the width of the skirt, you just have more to gather for an extra poof, but the fact that my print matches up makes my garment look high end. For extra details on how to line up prints you can take a look at my tutorial here.

Again taking the time to balance out the back and make sure everyting was in line.

I just love the end result!

So enough about fabric placement, let's talk about the pattern. I used the English Rose dress pattern by Mandy K Design. I've never been disappointed with any of her patterns, even when it was for pattern testing. (You can take a peek at Tiers Of Joy and Cherry Blossom, these are patterns I've tested for Amanda)

The fit is always spot on to what is stated in the tutorial and photos are included with the step-by-step instructions.

Here are more details about this pattern:

• Sizes range from 12 months to 14 years
• Doll pattern for 18" doll included
• Chart for yardage included
• Chart for body measurements to find the correct size for you model included
• Chart to print out only the options and sizes needed included (so you don't have to print out the whole pattern)
• Some of the pattern pieces are not included for the straight cuts, you have to measure out your fabric and cut. I love this because again no messing around with printing and taping pages together to form your pattern piece.
• 3/8" seam allowances included
• Step-by-step photos are included with the tutorial
• Different options for the skirt, sleeve, collar, and bow (the other sash is just so beautiful and that bow is over the top!)

Don't forget to enter the giveaway! Oh and if you want to stay up to date on new releases by MandyK Designs or get special discount offers join their Facebook group. Its a fun place to share and talk about everything sewing with the rest of the members.

Until next time, xx.

**I did get this pattern for free for the purpose of writing this review but all opinions are my own!

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