The Vixen Bralette and Cheeky Bottoms have released from Patterns for Pirates, and I had to jump on board the Pirate Ship to try them out! Because sunshine is right around the corner for Michigan, swim is on my mind! And I love a pattern that is versatile for both bra/underwear and swimsuit! Pattern Options:The... Continue Reading →
I love a good linen dress for summer!--the airy weight, the breathability on my sunkissed skin.But when fall came around, I still craved that effortless style, and I had just the fabric to pull off a layering dress that I could wear year-round! The PATTERNPattern Niche's Dover Dolman is a top and dress pattern, with... Continue Reading →
It's the beginning of August; some have already ventured back to the classroom, and others are in full prep. We are over here soaking up every last drop of summer while I work behind the scenes to create a few wardrobe additions that'll help my girls feel special away from home ❤ Pattern: Meet the... Continue Reading →
With summer in full effect in Michigan, I've been scanning my wardrobe for holes that I might be able to fill. I realized I was in need of some multi-use dresses that I could easily throw on over a suit at the beach or dress up and wear to graduation parties and other outings or... Continue Reading →
If you didn't yet hear, New Horizons Designs rebranded as Pattern Niche! To celebrate the change, I wanted to sew something that held true to the qualities I look for in most patterns. They should be: UsefulStylishLong-lasting I decided on the Summit Peak as my inaugural Pattern Niche pattern because my girls are able to... Continue Reading →
You're likely there. I'm definitely there. Texas and surrounding southern states are in danger because of low temps. We are all ready for a warm-up. Being in the midst of one of the toughest weather-months of the year, I've been contemplating what I'd like in a spring wardrobe. I re-use my minimal wardrobes from previous... Continue Reading →
The bells are getting ready to ding, our little towns are already being adorned with evergreen and lights, and our hearts keenly await the magical moments of the holiday festivities of 2020--even if they look different this year! Being fully home with my three girls since March, it's been a wonderful time to learn more... Continue Reading →
We loooove the 11th hour gear style (pattern from New Horizons Designs)--with those cool pockets and jogger style. I've sewn some for boys, and I knew they'd be perfect for my girls, too! We only made one change: the length! We hacked 3 sizes off the length, and voilà! Pattern The 11th Hour Gear actually... Continue Reading →
Sewing your own wardrobe can be super fun and rewarding. When I started sewing, testing sewing patterns for companies became one of the most valuable "teachers" in the community. Having a timetable assured that I'd be sewing that week, and I was able to try new tactics along the way. Nine years later, I still... Continue Reading →
This isn't my first blog about New Horizon's Portlander Pants. Since the day they released, they've been a family fav. We're in leggings, shorts, or these gems! At some point during the winter, my middle girl said leggings were too cold for her to wear to school. She had a pair of Portlander's handed down... Continue Reading →
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