A couple of Class Picnic Blouses
It’s an Oliver and S kind of month around here. First the 2+2 blouse, now the class picnic blouse. Why do they call them blouses? When I think of a blouse, I think of a top from the 80s that …...
View ArticleTiptoeing through the tulips (?) in his sketchbook shorts
Before I looked through Jacob’s dresser for his summer clothes, I decided to make these shorts. It’s a good thing I made them before I knew he had about a bazillion pairs of shorts, because I probably...
View ArticleA long overdue Ice Cream Dress (and a pseudo pocket tutorial)
I have had this exact dress on my mind for over a year. I bought this combination of fabric to specifically make an Oliver and S Ice Cream dress. I loved Gail’s version here and had to make one. This...
View ArticleOrigami Oasis Class Picnic Shorts
I am determined to blog quite a bit over the next couple of weeks. I have made quite a few things over the past couple of months, and haven’t found the time to take photos or write about them. So …...
View ArticleZebras Galore!
There was a time, not that long ago, when I decided to try my hand at sewing. I enjoyed it right from the first stitch. But I couldn’t ever see myself sewing a wardrobe for anyone. Fast forward a...
View ArticleA Liberty Badminton Top and Swingset Skirt
Happy Bloggiversary to me! Is that even a thing? Just over a year ago I started this blog. I guess technically I started it a year before, but I didn’t actually write anything. I had the idea and...
View ArticleBackpacks from Little Things to Sew
Maya started ballet last September. I had the idea to make her a “ballet bag” since then, but never actually got around to making one for her till now. I had the perfect fabric to do so. It’s a …...
View ArticleA Sailboat Shirt
It’s about time I sewed some clothes for my little guy. He gets so excited anytime I make him something. His eyes light up and he’s so appreciative. I purchased this red striped knit when we were in...
View ArticleBack to School
Well, both kids are back to school. I realize Jacob is only 2.5, so saying he is in “school” seems like a stretch. But alas, they are both at school. This year Jacob moved from the toddler program...
View ArticleMy favourite Oliver and S Pattern
A few things have happened over the past couple of months that prevented me from blogging (and sewing) as I would have liked. I had jaw surgery (I am fine, healing slowly…but at least I can eat solid...
View ArticleThe Prince (aka Prince Ferdinand) – a little tutorial
I’m a wee bit late with my Disney posts…but better late than never, right? You can’t have Snow White without her Prince. And a handsome prince he is. (If I do say so myself). I had to google it, but...
View ArticleNature Walk Pullover for Jacob
I haven’t been blogging nearly as much as I used to. I blame this on several things. Firstly, I am seriously lacking time. I’m lucky if I get sewing time these days, let alone find time to actually...
View ArticleButterfly Blouse and a Swingset Skirt
I haven’t been in a very “bloggy” mood recently. Mostly because I don’t seem to have time. Or the energy to do so. It’s not for lack of sewing though, that’s for sure. I set out in the later parts …...
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