Cupcake top meets Sweet Tea Shorties!

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Today I'm showing my version of the Cupcake top and the Sweet Tea Shorties. My little girl really needed some summer pjs, and these were perfect patterns to make some.

For the top I made a sleeveless version and added flutter sleeves. If you've never done that, it's very easy to do. Here's a quick tutorial on adding flutter sleeves. I also added a faux placket and some buttons to the front for visual interest and flared out the bottom of the shirt. All very easy changes. 

The shorts I sewed as the instructions indicated, only I attached the ruffle to the bottom of the pants instead of laying the ruffle on top of the hem. I think she likes them. 

I will definitely be making more of these for her. They are a wonderful staple to any wardrobe. They're also included in the Sew Fab Bundle. If you haven't picked yours up yet, follow the link to read all about it! Such a great deal on patterns!

Or you can purchase it here:

Long Board Shorts! SewFab Bundle

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Have you seen the Long Beach Board shorts??? They're a quick sew with awesome results. Great for any boy or girl for that matter. They're also part of the SewFab Bundle. Sooo many patterns, such a great price!

They have a flat front with elastic in the back, with an optional drawstring front. The piping detail in the back really helps the contrast in the fabrics pop. And don't be scared of piping, it's actually very easy to sew. Here's a great tutorial on piping: http://www.makeit-loveit.com/2012/01/sewing-tips-how-to-make-use-piping.html

These are made for regular woven cotton fabrics, but they easily could be made from knit or microfiber for swimwear. 

And they're great on all sizes! Small to big kids!

Here's some closeups of the back. These would be awesome for any adventurous beginner!

And you could easily sew up a matching tshirt! 

So go ahead and check out the Sew Fab Bundle! There's many other amazing patterns as well!

Sew Fab Spring Bundle 2014!!!

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It's the Spring 2014 Sew Fab Pattern Sale!

It's that time of year again… time for the original pattern bundle sale, The Sew Fab Pattern Sale!  I'm so excited to announce this season's pattern bundle to you today.  The excitement has been building over the last few weeks, and today it's finally available.  Nineteen incredibly talented pattern designers, some who are very well known in their field and some who are quickly making a name for themselves, have come together to bring you a great bundle of patterns that will take you through the spring and summer.

For one week only, you can have nineteen patterns (plus a fun bonus pattern), chosen specifically for this sale, for only $29.95!  That's over 80% off the retail value of the bundle!  Plus you can enter to win one of two amazing sewing themed giveaways!

For less than $30 you get a library of sewing resources that you can use over and over again.

If you’ve never sewn with a PDF pattern before, let me tell you how great it is!  After downloading your pattern, you will print out the pattern itself, creating pattern tiles, if you will.  Simply tape the tiles together to create the full pattern!  At that point you can cut out the size that you need and pin the paper pattern directly to your fabric, or you can trace the pattern size that you need onto sewing paper or tracing paper and cut it out, saving the paper pattern for later when you need to sew another size.  PDF patterns are so convenient because you can print them out as many times as you need!

Now for the part you've been waiting for… the patterns!

A collection of 19 PDF Patterns from 19 well-known and up and coming designers are instantly accessible to you by PDF download upon purchase of the Sew Fab Pattern Bundle.  Imagine all of the combinations that you can put together with this bundle of patterns, with many transitioning to fall and winter as well!  Here are the patterns that you will receive (click on the links below the collage for more  information about each pattern.):

The Laurel Dress or Tunic by Greenstyle Creations, The Satchel Bag by Handmade Therapy, The Lexi Knit Dress and Top by MODKID, The Piko Top by EYMM, The Bowling Shirt from Scientific Seamstress (unisex), The Seraphic Pant by Figgy's (unisex), The Tulip Pinafore by Too Sweets Patterns, The Big Tote Bag by Things for Boys, The Doll and Carrier by Patchwork Posse, Poppy and Pip Penguins by Betz White, Leather Accent Foldover Pouch by LBG Studio, The Norah Dress and Tunic by Mouse House Creations, Crayon Art Folio by Gingercake, The Tennis Skort (12M-12Y) by Heidi & Finn, The Ruffled Bustle Top by Sumo's Sweet Stuff, Long Beach Board Shorts (unisex) by Terra's Treasures, The Cupcake Top (unisex) by Sewing Mama RaeAnna, The Saffron Twirl Dress from Paisley Roots Designs, The Sweet Tea Shorties by Molly Blossom Designs.

New this year is the Sew Fab Pattern Tour!  Some of our favorite sewing bloggers will be sharing their versions of the Sew Fab patterns on their blogs this week, so be sure to check in with them throughout the week of the sale to see how versatile these patterns are!  Here are the stops on the pattern tour…

This Sew Fab Pattern Bundle is only available for one week and will never be available again!  You can purchase the bundle from May 5th at 8 a.m. EST through May 13th at 11:59 p.m. EST and there will be no late sales offered.  Due to the nature of the sale there are no refunds. The pattern bundle expires six months from the end of the sale, so please download and save your patterns upon receiving them.

You don’t want to miss this unique opportunity to purchase a ready made collection of 20 PDF sewing patterns from 19 of the best designers out there!

And now for the always exciting Sew Fab Giveaway!

 

This spring there are two prize packages up for grabs, and both will inspire you in your sewing!  I’m so excited about these giveaways!  Can’t buy the pattern bundle?  It’s okay… purchase is not required to enter.  There are lots of chances to win and each entry applies to both of the giveaway packages.  Just use the Rafflecopter widget below the prize descriptions to enter as many times as you want, no purchase necessary.

Prize Package #1 includes...

The Lane Raglan Pattern from Hey June, an organic fat quarter bundle of the yet unreleased Everyday Party Collection by Emily Isabella, from Fabricworm, The Washi Dress Pattern from Made by Rae, a $50 gift certificate to The Delhi Store, a free class from Craftsy.com, a fun gift package from Sew You Studio, a custom made Geranium Dress from Nest Creations, a Sew Happy print from Pen+Paint, and a $15 gift certificate to GYCT Designs!

Prize package #2 includes...

The #ISEW necklace from Hello Cheeseburger, created especially for the Sew Fab giveaway, a collection of vintage buttons and 20% off your purchase at Anna Mia Clothing, the Playdate Bag pattern from Fishsticks Designs, The Kensington Dress and Tee Pattern from Hey June Handmade, a $30 gift certificate to Casa Crafty, a $40 gift certificate to Girl Charlee, 3 yards of laminate fabric from Anne Kelle, The Essential Sewing Reference Tool by Carla Crim, a "Happiness is Handmade" print from Pen+Paint!

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Sew Fab Bundle!!!

Coming soon, for one week only, nineteen pattern designers will be joining together to combine their best PDF sewing patterns and selling them to you for the incredible price of $29.95!  That’s over 80% off of the combined retail value!

The Sew Fab Pattern Sale is the original pattern bundle sale!  Grab the bundle when it goes on sale next week and you’ll be all set for the spring and summer seasons!  You have to wait until next week to see which patterns are included in this spring’s bundle, but take a look below to see which designers you'll find!  I think you will be as excited as I am to see some previous favorites as well as several amazing designers that are new to the Sew Fab Sale.

Greenstyle Creations, Handmade Therapy, MODKID, Everything Your Mama Made, The Scientific Seamstress, Figgy's Patterns, Two Sweets Patterns, Things for Boys, Patchwork Posse, Betz White, LBG Studio, Mouse House Creations, Gingercake, Heidi & Finn, Sumo's Sweet Stuff, Terra's Treasures, Paisley Roots, Molly Blossom Designs, Sewing Mama RaeAnna.  Sale sponsored by The Southern Institute.

See you right here, bright and early on Monday morning!

Streamline Tee Pattern Remix

So my little girl needs some shirts for spring and summer. So I created this adorable top with the streamline tee pattern. First I took the front pattern piece and extended the shoulder area. I measured 3 inches down from the armpit and then 3 inches over at a 45 degree angle. Then I drew a new line from the neck to the new armpit line.

Next I took the sleeve piece and measured 1 ½ inches down from the armpit. Then I drew a line that curved up towards the neck. 

Now I just cut out all my pattern pieces from the fabric. If you decide to do something fun with the front of the shirt like freezer paper stenciling, here is a good spot to do that. It gives you a chance to add something unique to the shirt. Anyways, now go ahead and sew a straight line along the shoulder seams of the front shirt piece with a long straight stitch. Pull one thread and gather the shoulders. 

Take the sleeve pieces and match the gathers to fit. Make sure not to stretch out the sleeve pieces when measuring. Now go ahead and sew up the rest of the shirt according to the directions. All except hemming the sleeves. I used a smaller ½ inch hem for those. 

And now you have a great Spring/Summer shirt for your girl! I made mine to go with her new Long Beach Board shorts I made her. Now if only the weather would cooperate!