I'm spending way too much time staring at this delicious fabric that arrived via post last week. I can't help it. It's just so beautiful. And the...
Read More[Unrelated but necessary: I just have to say a big thank you to everyone for all of your kind comments and for supporting my shop by purchasing the Buttercup Bag...
Read MoreThe votes have been checked and tallied and the results are in! Congratulations to Astrid from Denmark who won the most votes for her beautiful striped top! ...
Read MoreThis week I've been messing around with the Buttercup Bag pattern for Mother's Day presents. As many others have mentioned, I feel the original version is a bit on the...
Read MoreHere are the winning tops from each of the ten groups in the Spring Top Week vote held earlier this week:Row 1, left to right:Layla, Kate, Brittney, Kate, CarrieRow 2,...
Read MoreThis is the last completed top for this week; I'm hoping to have enough nap this afternoon to finish just one more...we'll see! I'm not exactly sure what to...
Read MoreIf you've hung around here awhile you know that I'm a big fan of Heather Ross' prints. Her Mendocino line is no exception. The muslin I posted about...
Read MoreHere's today's Spring Top Week entries for your inspiration and enjoyment!LEFT: Lorna of Lorna Doone made the Summer Blouse from Weekend SewingCENTER: Mette from Mammaumulius made a top from Danish...
Read MoreHere's another one of my creations, the adult-sized version of the Itty Bitty Baby Dress. The pattern was modified from this top from last summer (from a vintage pattern...
Read MoreHappy Wednesday! Here's another batch of new Spring Tops for you to peruse and enjoy!LEFT: Kate of Curiositys made a top of her own design using a tank top...
Read MoreFirst, let me make sure everyone knows what a muslin is. It's basically a trial version made out of cheap fabric (hence the name) to make sure a pattern...
Read MoreHere's the second batch of fabulous Spring Tops! I'm noticing lots of tops from Simplicity patterns, fresh spring floral fabrics, and small vintagey prints today...Click on the image to...
Read More: : the lovely Kricket models again! : :: : Akward bathroom mirror shot so you can see it on me (am 24 weeks preggers in this shot, taken a...
Read MoreGet ready for the first installment of the Spring Top Sewalong Tops! I am thrilled to see so many fabulous entries -- already over 30 and it's only Monday!!!...
Read MoreSpring Top Week is starting early with a Spring Top Tutorial over at Sew Mama Sew!!! I've been working on this for a few weeks but didn't want to give...
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