Peony Patterns Lantana {Release}

I took some time over the last few weeks to test the latest dress pattern from Peony Patterns, Lantana. My plan was to make a Christmas themed dress after making this test sample, but unfortunately my sewing machine had a few visits to the hospital, so the Christmas version will have to wait! Lantana is…

Itch to Stitch Lagan Coat {Release}

Woweee, these last 12 months have constituted the year of coats for me! And the Lagan Coat by Itch to Stitch made the perfect capstone! I actually tested this coat all the way back in January and February, so I've had the chance to wear it throughout the winter/spring season already!

Peony Patterns Iberis Dress {Release}

I do love a stunning dress back, and the latest dress I tested from Peony Patterns is certainly no exception! Iberis is a sophisticated dress with a fabulous back! Ruffles, geometric design (perfect for stripes, color blocking, incorporating trims and laces, etc), keyhole back, and an invisible zipper to finish it off. The dress is…

Peony Patterns Posie Dress + Azalea Embroidery {Release}

This week I volunteered at my church's annual kids summer camp. Since my role was pretty low-key (just checking the kids in at the beginning of the day and out at the end) I had plenty of extra time to do some hand sewing! Azalea Hand Embroidery Pattern So, meet Azalea! This is a hand…

Peony Patterns Gardenia Dress {Release}

Peony Patterns has a new dress out, and it's just gorgeous! I had initially planned on NOT sewing up a Gardenia Dress in time for the release, but the day before the launch, I decided to get sewing on one. In chiffon. Because that is how I roll. Gardenia is Carlie Di Cecco's first design…

Peony Patterns Honeysuckle Dress {Release} for P&B Textiles

I'm so excited to share my Honeysuckle Dress with you today! This is a project I actually made over a month ago now, so it's been a bit hard to keep it locked away! When my daughter picked out this gorgeous Arabesque quilting cotton from P&B Textiles, my plan was to make her a Peony…

Itch to Stitch Nittany Top {Release}

A new sew for me! Minerva recently gifted me some gorgeous crepe fabric, and when I saw the tester call for the Itch to Stitch Nittany Top, I just knew it would be a perfect match! This particular top features an optional keyhole neckline, cup sizes, pleated round neckline, short sleeves, partial front lining, optional…

Jennuine Design Limone Lounge Set {Pattern Release}

I had the opportunity a month or two ago to test these fabulous shorts from Jennuine Design! Funnily enough, I was sorting through my youngest daughter's bins of clothing just the other day, and discovered a Tea collection pair that was super similar! So I guess you can say I am very drawn to this…

Peony Patterns Maple Dress {Release}

A new dress from Peony Patterns is available, and it's gorgeous of course!! I also had the opportunity to partner with P&B Textiles, a quilting fabric company, and *spoiler alert* - I have another Peony outfit coming in the same fabric in just a few weeks!!! **Also! Peony Patterns have reached 10K members in their…

Liesl + Co Wynwood Robe + Sleep Shorts {Release}

It's been a year of pajamas and loungewear around the world, so it was a no brainer for me to sign up to test the Wynwood Robe and Sleep Shorts from Liesl + Co a few months ago! The first thing that caught my eye with this pattern, was the shorts -- I have always…