Sassy CIRCA Scrappy Sack!

 Have you seen this fun Fishsticks Designs pattern? 

This was my first time sewing the Scrappy Sack and my first time cutting into my beloved Circa fabric from Sis Boom, and I'm so glad to have paired these two! There are also some Sis Boom prints included from other collections, one of the things I absolutely LOVE about Jennifer Paganelli's fabrics is how beautifully they cross-coordinate! 

This special bag is for my oldest daughter and not only does she love it, it is perfectly her style! From the messenger style strap to the gorgeous girly fabrics, this one is just right for her!

  In addition to the multiple pockets on the outside of the bag, there is also a divided inner pocket perfect to hold pens, a mirror, lip gloss or other small, hard to find items. No having to dig around!

I did all of the stitching in a bold pink thread and was so pleased with the added touch it created.   

Find the Scrappy Sack pattern in the Fishsticks Designs shop HERE!

Today is the last day of Market and we'll be homeward bound tomorrow. Can hardly wait to see my crew!!!! :) Hope you are all having a great start to your week!

Just a few days left to wrap up our October Project and we'll be kicking of a new project and our LAST specific sewing project of the year on Friday!!! You don't want to miss it....it's a very special one! 

Pattern Review - Pajama Party PJs from Fishsticks Designs

This is the first time I've made the Pajama Party PJs, but I can guarantee it won't be the last! 

As a matter of fact, seeing as how there are 2 of this pattern that covers sizes from 12 months -14 years I'm thinking this might just be the perfect pattern for some gorgeous Christmas jammies for my crew this year!

All of the little details make this an unmistakably attractive sewing project. I loved the crisp, tailored finish! The cuffs on the arms and legs along with the pocket option allow for the perfect use of complimentary accent fabrics. 

 

I chose to use plastic KAM snaps for the closure on this pair, but the instructions provided will walk you through using metal snaps or sewing buttons and button holes. 

As with all Fishsticks Designs patterns, the instructions are very thorough, providing step-by-step photos for the entire process. A beginner seamstress willing to take his/her time and ready and follow would have no trouble at all sewing this sweet set! And I'm sure would be proud of and inspired by their finish. 

Find the Pajama Party PJs in the Fishsticks Designs shop HERE.

SUMMARY

Sewing Experience Level: Beginner

Size Range: 12M - 14Y

Special Techniques: Sewing Elastic Casing for waistband, adding snaps or buttons, adding sleeves.

Pattern Format: PDF or Paper

Materials Used: The playful cotton fabrics I've used are from the Little Surfer Boy collection by Jamie Wood for Clothworks. 

Personal Notes: Stunning finish with this pattern! Excellent, easy-to-follow instructions. Possibly to become my favorite PJ pattern!

A FALLish Katie J. Jumper

 This isn't my first time sewing this adorable dress pattern, but I did try out a new version! This time, in addition to making a reversible garment, I also added the Double-Layered option. This option gives a band finish on one side and offers a lovely layered look on the reverse. 

 My Lil' Miss can hardly wait for me to get home from Texas just so she can wear her "Bunny Dress"! :) She's been asking daily since I finished it if today was the day she would get to wear it. :) She has loved wearing her other Katie J. Jumper, so I know she will love this one as well. 

The fabrics I've used for this fall version are organic cottons designed by Penguin & Fish for Clothworks. They are absolutely silky soft! The prints are so precious and include all your favorite woodland creatures like raccoons, hedgehogs, foxes and owls. Oh...and of course, bunnies! ;)

See my other Katie J. Jumper HERE!

Find the Katie J. Jumper in the Fishsticks Designs pattern shop HERE!

SUMMARY

Sewing Experience Level: Confident Beginner/Intermediate

Size Range: 6M - 5T

Special Techniques: For this version, sewing with elastic, making elastic casing, sewing a reversible garment. Gathering.

Pattern Format: PDF or Paper

Materials Used: The adorable fabrics I've used are from the Critter Patch collection by Alyssa Thomas of Penguin & Fish for Clothworks. 

Personal Notes: Still LOVE this pattern! All of the different features make is a fresh and unique garment each time you sew!  

GO FISH! - New "Quick-Sew" pattern collection from Fishsticks Designs!

While I'm hangin' with my Fishsticks Designs friends at Market, thought I'd share some of the sewing I did in prep. Today, I'm starting with some of the NEW Go Fish! patterns I helped test for their debut at Market. This is not only a new series for Fishsticks Designs, but it's also a whole new product. The Go Fish patterns are quick sewing, instant gratification kind of projects. They can be purchased as PDF -OR- very soon, in print as tri-fold sewing cards! Each one I've made went together in a snap and still produced that same high-quality finish you've come to know and expect from sewing with Fishsticks Designs. 

This is my version of The On-the-Go Travel Pillow. 

 The pillows have an envelope style back making for easy washing, a handle for carrying and a pocket front for storing all those goodies that need to go alone with you or your kiddo. 

The Fun-to-Go Kids Tote is probably my favorite of the whole collection!

  This sturdy tote has room enough for all those trinkets the little ones like to tote with them wherever they go, plus can be a great grab and go tote for your older kids, teens or even yourself! It's a great finished size of approximately 13" x 12" and the zip front pocket is perfect for keys or snacks or any other number of items you like to keep nearby. 

The Go Bake Something Apron is a quick and keep yourself clean project to make for the chef in your life! It offers a tie waist for easy, adjustable fit and plenty of pocket room.

Check out ALL the Go Fish patterns at Fishsticks Designs here. 

Happy Sewing!

Hats Off Hat Sewing....Keep It UP! :)

Hey Friends! 

We're entering the FINAL WEEK of sewing for our October Project! If you need the details about the project, find them HERE. 

Looking for HAT making inspiration? Got you covered there too! Find my "Head Gear" pin board HERE full of ideas, patterns and tutorials!

Also, be sure and check out the great collection of hats that have already been made for donation to this month's project and add pics of your own to our October Project flickr album HERE. 

The hats are been mailed to Dona at Sewing Miles of Smiles this month to be distributed at the hospitals she already regularly serves in her community. I'll be unavailable by email while at Market, so if you are ready to ship your items, visit Dona's blog to get in touch with her for a shipping address. 

Thanks so much for sewing along and making a difference for so many every month!

To Market! To Market!

YYYYYYEEEEEEEEEE-HAW!!!!!!
I'm so excited! :)

I'm heading to Houston, Texas QUILT MARKET later this week with my friends Bonnie and Leigh from Fishsticks Designs!!!

I have had the privilege to get to know Bonnie through our blogging and sewing together and am so very thankful to call her my friend! She's such a beautiful and creative person who loves her family in a contagious way! We actually had the chance to meet up with our kiddos earlier this year for a fun museum and lunch day, and it was like we had known one another all our lives. Kindred Spirits for sure! While Leigh and I "know" each other in the on-line world, this will be the first time for us to meet in person. Can't wait!!! I know we are going to have a GREAT time together working on the set up and presentation of the FABULOUS Fishsticks Designs booth and all of Bonnie's awesome patterns, including the NEW "Go Fish" collection.....you've seen those right??? :)

 

If you are going to Market, please stop by and see us! We are at Booth #2057, conveniently located near one of the restrooms! :) I'm looking forward to meeting many more online friends and sponsors IN PERSON while there too! Maybe I should warn you though....one thing you should know about me....

 :) It's that "Mama" part of me that's true to my core!

OH! And I'll be sharing some of the sewing I've been doing in preparation of our trip while I'm away, but if you'd like to keep up with our day to day happenings, be sure and follow along on my facebook page here. 

Friends, fabric and patterns as far as the eye can see....it's sure to be a BLAST! :)

Mid-Month Reminder!

It's been an exciting and busy week around here and I nearly forgot to remind us all that we're at the mid-month point! ALREADY!!!!

That's right....if you are sewing along to support our October Project to make hats for hospital patients....there's still time, but only a couple more weeks. 

Get the project details here!

Join us!!!