Test Pattern for Hvar Jacket for Itch to Stitch

**UPDATE: Our amazing designer Kennis and her family were burglarized while they were away on vacation. Unfortunately, her sewing machine, computer, and camera equipment were stolen.

She is holding a pattern sale to help pay for the replacement equipment. Please stop by her shop and she is doing a special “we just got robbed” sale:

For one week only (until October 31st), these six patterns will only be $5:

• Tierras Woven Joggers
• Vientiane Skirt
• Irena Knit Top
• Carey Top
• Seville Skirt
• Paulina Top

All other patterns in the shop will also be 20% off. This is the best time for you to finally get the patterns on your wish list! Thank you for your support!

Hello Everyone,

I completed testing a pattern for Kennis at Itch to Stitch. The pattern is an adorable chic jacket called the "Hvar Jacket". You can purchase the pattern in her shop. I chose this plum color and thought it would be perfect for the fall weather. I love how you can dress it up or make it casual and chic with a pair of jeans or khakis.

©Crafty Brooklyn Army Wife

Are you ready for the jacket season? Whether you are a veteran seamstress or a sewing novice, you are going to enjoy the simplicity and grace of the Hvar Jacket. This unlined jacket can transform a ho-hum outfit to the epitome of modern chic. In the Hvar Jacket, you will be fittingly polished at any event!

©Crafty Brooklyn Army Wife

Hvar Jacket Features:

• Unlined bodice with optional Hong Kong seam finish
• Graceful waterfall collar
• Chic pointed front hem
• Long sleeves
• Layers feature (print only the sizes you need)

©Crafty Brooklyn Army Wife

Skill Level: Beginner+

Sizes: 00 – 20 (See “Size Chart” tab below for detailed measurements)

If you need help, don't worry there are very detailed instructions in helping you create it and Kennis is always there to help you out. Also, everyone on her Facebook page is always eager to help too.

Have a wonderful day!!

Test Pattern Beausoleil Top for Itch To Stich

Hello Everyone,

I completed testing a pattern for Kennis at Itch to Stitch. The pattern is an adorable top called the "Beausoleil Top". You can purchase the pattern in her shop on Wednesday, June 7, 2017.

This pattern has a dress and top option. It has the on-trend "cold shoulder" short kimono sleeves with cuffs, a comfortable scoop neckline, center back lapped zipper, relaxed fit above the waist, easy-to-wear A-line skirt, patch pocket with the dress option, bra strap holder and a layers feature (print only the sizes you need).

I got this cute pink polka dot cotton fabric and notions at Joann. This top is so comfortable and can be worn with shorts, skirt, capris, khaki's or denim. I can't wait to make more and the dress!!

The pattern instructions/illustrations were very detailed and easy to understand. Also, Kennis gives you links to tutorials on how to do a lapped zipper, grade seams, and a bra strap holder. 

If you need help, don't worry there are very detailed instructions in helping you create it and Kennis is always there to help you out. Also, everyone on her Facebook page is always eager to help too.

Have a wonderful day!!

Crimson Tide Thank You Gift Package

Hello Everyone,

I wanted to make a special "thank you" gift package for E's boss. She was a very good boss to E while he worked with her and especially since he was "out-processing" for his retirement from the Military.

I was told by E that she was a very big University of Alabama (Crimson Tide) Football fan. E showed her my blog and the different types of bags that I have sewn over the years. She loved the Lapin Noir bag by Sara @ Sew Sweetness.  I added an extra zipper pocket on the backside of the bag for more storage.

If you want to see the other bags that I made out of this pattern, you can view them here and here.

I also decided to make a travel neck pillow for her busy travel schedule and a journal (fabric and journal I found on Joann's website).

Have a wonderful day!!

Reisende Bag - Test Pattern

Hello Everyone,

I completed another beautiful pattern for Sara at Sew Sweetness. This bag is called the Reisende Bag and I love how it came out. This bag is available in 3 different sizes, from purse sized up to a large bag perfect for a long weekend. A beautiful buckle and purse hardware gives your bag that smart and sophisticated look. There is also optional piping that gives your bag that finished look.

The large size that I chose finished measurements are  19" long x 12" tall x 5" deep. You can store so much inside your bag and I love all the other added details that make this bag attractive. There are zippered pockets inside, a zipper closure and optional purse feet.

I already have my fabric picked out for my next bag (medium size), so stay tuned.

I fell in love with the bright and vibrant beach cabanas for summer. The fabric, zippers and thread are from Joann. The buckles and loops are from Strapworks.

As always, I love all the detail and thought that Sara puts into all of her bags. Her instructions are and pictures always easy to follow. If you ever have a question, she is always available to assist you.

If you would like to purchase this pdf pattern, hardware and notions, please stop by Sara's pattern shop. The pattern is available in her shop after June 3, 2016.

I am linking up with these parties, Remodelaholic, More the Merrier and TCB.

Have a wonderful day!!

Only missing for a little while and now I'm back

Hello Everyone,

 

I can't believe how long its been since I've posted here. My apologies for not being so proactive with blogging.

We were busy throughout the holidays. I was trying to get a sewing project done as a Christmas present and I had a lot of trouble with the pattern. I will post about that when I finish it and it will be soon. I have been "frogging" a lot with a pattern I have been working on in knitting. I won't give up!!

I always say that I want to start the New Year off right and get my WIP's (work in progress) done. Then I hit a sewing and knitting funk and I was not happy about it.

So, now I am out of my funk. I tested a new sewing pattern and I will post about it when the pattern is released. I am going to finish that sewing project that I had problems with and get it done. Then the big task of accomplishing all of my other WIP's.

On Friday, I will have a Septoplasty (deviated septum) procedure. I am nervous, but, I know this will give me better quality of life for breathing. Hopefully, it won't set me back to long. Wish me luck and please say a prayer.

I hope all of you are doing well and I can't wait to see what you have been up to.

Have a great day!!

Appaloosa Bag - Test Pattern

Hello Everyone,

I completed another beautiful pattern for Sara at Sew Sweetness. This bag is called the Appaloosa Bag and I love how it came out.

This medium size bag is a perfect size for a day out shopping, lunch with friends or going to see the beauty of the fall foliage. It has accordion dividers on the inside, which is perfect for organization a snap closure, zippered pocket inside, adjustable shoulder strap and purse feet on the bottom (which is always optional). The finished size: 10 3/4” long x 7 1/2” tall x 4” deep. 

When I saw this bag, I knew it would be perfect for beautiful and crisp fall days. I got the fabric, zippers, thread and all of the hardware at Joann's.

I love all the detail and thought that Sara puts into all of her bags and her instructions are always easy to follow. If you ever have a question, she is always available to assist you.

If you would like to purchase this pdf pattern, hardware and notions, please stop by Sara's pattern shop. This pattern will be released soon.

I am linking up with these parties, Remodelaholic, More the Merrier and TCB.

Have a wonderful day!!

Test Pattern for Itch To Stich "Carey Top"

Hello Everyone,

I completed testing a pattern for Kennis at Itch to Stitch. The pattern is an adorable top called the "Carey Top".

The Carey Top is so easy to sew up and very comfortable. The top has elbow length drawstring-gathered dolman sleeves, you can add contrast to the shoulder panels, round neckline, a high/low shirttail hem and when you go to print the design there is a layer feature and you can just print the size that you need.

I got the linen fabric and the ribbon for the drawstring at Joann's. This top is so comfortable and can be worn with shorts, skirt, Capri's, khaki's or denim. I have worn it with shorts for the photos in this post and I also dressed it up with a skirt.
The pattern instructions/illustrations were very detailed and easy to understand. Also, Kennis gives you ideas to make the top with a different neck binding or even into a skirt. If you need help creating your shirttail hem, don't worry there are very detailed instructions in helping you create it.

I also picked up some rayon fabrics for the fall and will be making this very same shirt.

Stop by her shop and check out this pattern and all the other wonderful patterns for sale.

I am linking up with these parties, Remodelaholic, More the Merrier and TCB.

Have a wonderful day!!

Window Valences

Hello Everyone,

Sloan Travel Bag - Test Pattern

Hello Everyone,

I completed another beautiful pattern from Sara at Sew Sweetness. This bag is called the Sloan Travel Bag and I love how it came out. The finished size: 18” long x 14” tall x 6” deep. There are plenty of pockets both inside and outside. Edit:  I opted out of putting a zipper at top (I ended up putting in the zipper and I am so glad that I did), but, I added the purse feet on the bottom and there is a key strap inside the bag too. When I saw this bag, I knew it would be perfect for summer day trips and getaways. I got the fabric, zippers and all of the hardware at Joann's.

I love all the detail and thought that Sara puts into all of her bags and her instructions are always easy to follow. If you ever have a question, she is always available to assist you.

If you would like to purchase this pdf pattern, hardware and notions, please stop by Sara's pattern shop. This pattern will be released mid-May.

I am linking up with these parties, Remodelaholic, More the Merrier and TCB.

Have a wonderful evening!!

My Favorite Posts from 2014

Hello Everyone,

2014 is coming to an end and a lot has happened this past year. The Military moved us to Germany, I got a lot of sewing and crafting done. So, I thought it would be fun to look back at this year's posts and share the ones that you guys loved the most!

Here’s a look at YOUR favorites that you made so popular!

Small Snug Little Snowmen

Snug Little Snowmen

Lounge Pants

Vintage Apron Gift for our Sponsor

Another Travel Neck Pillow and Fur Baby Coat

Living Room Curtains for our Quarters

Rockstar Bag

Birthday and Anniversary Cards

Curtains are Done

My First Attempt at Digitizing

Summer Embroidery Owls and Fun in Sun

Another Button Down Shirt for E

Fourth of July Patriotic Embroidery Owls

Travel Neck Pillows

Edelweiss Backpack

Polka Dot Coat for Holly and Germany

Tested Embroidery Designs

I hope you enjoyed this recap of some of the projects I've done this year. I look forward to seeing all your recaps. I can't wait to start on my new projects scheduled for 2015 and seeing all of your new projects!!

Happy New Year!!