Holiday Dress

Back in March I had the opportunity to make up the Holiday Dress designed by Ann Grose for Vintage Made Magazine. I have been patiently waiting ever since to show you these gorgeous pictures of Mackenzie 💓The magazine is now available so here we go!!!

The sleeve detail on Dita is absolutely stunning. This one is the 3/4 sleeve but there is also a long sleeve option.

It also comes in a few different lengths, this is the shortest

I have added a thin belt in some of the photos but I know others have added an Obi belt.

I worked really hard on my invisible zip, I am very happy with the result. 

I love the neck line too, and here is a close up of the sleeve detail.

Here is the picture that made it into the magazine. It shows off all the great features of the pattern.

The neckline, sleeve detail and the cute flippy skirt.

Mackenzie was such a good sport with the photo shoot, looking very 1940's pin up 😀

Like really 1940's lol

My fabric choice was cotton sateen from Spotlight. I also opted for a brooch closure on the neck but the pattern includes a button closure.

If you would like to try the pattern out you can order a copy of the magazine by clicking the link below

VINTAGE MADE LINK

Stephanie XXX

Sweet Little Things

I really love to sew pretty, sweet things, and there is nothing more sweet than Violette Field Threads Stuffies

Today I wanted to show you my latest ones.

First up we have Sophia

Sophia is made using the Elle Elephant pattern

I added some hand sewn trim over the seam lines on her head to give a more dressed up feel

Her ballet shoes are from the Millie Mouse pattern. They are removable.

She has the sweetest little tail

I sent her off to my sister who is sharing her with her granddaughters 

I think she will be well loved.

Next up we have Josephine

Josephine was made using the Millie Mouse pattern

I really love her crown, it is fabric with strong interfacing and lace. The pattern suggests you can use cardboard but I feel this will last much longer. I also hand stitched it to her head so it won't get lost.

Her dress is slightly altered, just longer and tied under her arms for a more romantic feel. I made her a little shawl which comes with the blushing Bunny pattern

I altered her shoes too, this time they are actually sewn into the seams of the legs. I think I like the finish better but it does mean they can't be removed to play with. Which is fine because Josephine is off to my mother's house to sit on mum's bed.

I really, really, really enjoyed sewing these stuffies💓💓💓

Here are the links if you would like to make your own

Elle Elephant

Millie Mouse

Blushing Bunny

Stephanie xxx

Rockin It

I tell you I am getting brave when it comes to sewing for myself

I will probably tell you a million times that I am oddly shaped, I have never been able to buy dresses, but even pants that fit are hard to find.

Now I have Dylan by Designer Stitch in my life I am super happy.

To start my complaining lol,  I have a slightly longer torso at the back than most, but not much bottom, slightly short torso at the front, very little hip and shapely calves.

A big thank you to Ann at Designer Stitch who helped me adjust this pattern for a perfect fit.

Firstly I added 1.5 inches to the back rise using this tutorial

TUTORIAL 

I also adjusted the front rise by removing 1" from the front rise, using this tutorial

TUTORIAL

because of having no hips I also moved the front seam like it shows in the tutorial to get rid of some bagginess.

For my shapely legs I chose to make my pants from Cotton Sateen. Nice and firm with a bit of stretch.

These are now my favourite pants, back to wearing lots of blue (which make me happy, my husband not so much lol)

Here is the link for the pattern

DYLAN PANTS

Stephanie xxx

this post contains affiliate links

Point or Pointe

Bianca is home from New York!!!! You know what that means I have a live in model again 💓💓💓

I had just the perfect pattern for her too

Pippa Pants by Rebecca Page

These pants are super comfy!!! They come with a couple of different options on the waist band. These are the wide waist band but without the optional ties.

This pair are made from the beautiful  Kalynda DBP (double brushed poly) from Lush Fabrics

DBP has a great stretch

 DBP is really warm in winter and because I made the full length option they will keep her whole leg warm and ready to work.

DBP is cool in summer, so would be perfect for a 3/4 pair too

Making these Pippa Pants Perfect (PPP) for ballet class

Did I mention they're stretchy 😂

Now she is all warmed up and ready for class

Of course it wouldn't be a proper photo shoot with Bianca without some craziness

Here are my favourite outtakes

 

Here are the links for this post

PIPPA PANTS

KALYNDA DBP FABRIC

Stephanie XXX

*This post contains affiliate links

Faith

Over the last few months I have been testing for Designer Stitch Patterns. These patterns are incredible!!!
My favourite thing is that they are made with different bust sizes 😲💓
I rarely make myself clothes because it is so hard to do all the needed adjustments for my largish bust.
Today I want to share the Faith

My Faith is Top Length with 3/4 sleeves and is made from Rayon that I got at Spotlight
I love 3/4 sleeves because it makes for great in between season wear, which is basically the season all year round here 😂

As you can see Top length covers your butt YAY! I need this length as I have no real bottom so my pants generally sit a bit funny (will have to start making my own pants too)

For my bust I went with a D cup. Most patterns are made to either a B or C cup so I have to size up or do a full bust adjustment and I can rarely be bothered. Designer Stitch patterns start with a B cup and have option all the way up to an E cup. Do however make sure to measure your bust to get the right size as I do normally wear an E cup bra.

Another amazing thing with making this top is my ability to raise my arm. For most people that probably sounds strange but again my shape isn't standard, I am narrow but I carry a bit of weight (generally in my tummy and arms). To get a great fit I was able to use a size 4 neckline and make the rest of the shirt a size 6. This pulled in the width across the shoulders but allowed the for room in my arms YAY

I have seriously worn this top everywhere since I made it. It's so comfortable. I get loads of compliments, especially from my husband who loves that it isn't black or blue (my go to colours) but for me it really is about how comfortable it is. I have bought more fabric so I can try it in other colours too.

If you would like to make a Faith you can purchase the pattern from think bellow, grab it now while it's on sale

FAITH


Stephanie xxx

*affiliate links used in this post

COVER GIRL

WOOHOO, I'M SOOOO EXCITED.

I have been working as a brand ambassador for Rebecca Page for just over a year now and for the very first time I woke up a Cover Model (well my sewing and photography)

OVER THE TOP EXCITED

 Of course this was far from the only photo I took lol, Here a few more

This shows you just how functional it is, not just pretty with all those 80's colour feels

Speaking of the 80's let's add a headband

This is Rebecca Page's Bun Hat pattern. It can be made in warm fabrics but I made it in lycra to go with the rest of the outfit.

Now the top Mackenzie is wearing is the same pattern from my last post

The Bralette Tank

This new pattern though has a few options for me to show you

First up you can just make tights without the shorts. They have a beautiful high waist, with exposed elastic. They are super quick to sew, like 15 minutes.

There is even a really short length, which is perfect length for the dancers out there, really good butt coverage without being Nanna length lol

Took a bit of a walk down at the Jetty and took just a few more photos lol

You can grab all these patterns now from the links bellow

SPORTS SHORTS AND LEGGINGS

BRALETTE TANK

WORKOUT WEAR BUNDLE

THE BUN HAT

Stephanie xxx

Affiliate links used in this post