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!!

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!!

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!!

Snug Little Snowmen

Hello Everyone,

I had the pleasure to do a test pattern called #SnugLittleSnowmen for Jessica at Sweetbriar Sisters.

There are two different sizes and I tested the large version. I will be making the smaller version soon (he needs a companion). This was my first time testing a pattern for Sweetbriar Sisters. The pattern directions were easy to follow, well written and I had so much fun making it. I look forward to testing and sewing more from them in the future.

Isn't he cute?? I love his little nose. I have a very big soft spot for snowmen. Every year at Christmas our home is filled with snowmen and Santa Claus' for E.

Here is the link to their shop and be sure to follow them on social media. The pattern should be available at their shop soon!

I am linking up with these wonderful parties, Remodelaholic, More the Merrier andTCB.

Also, every week I co-host at Sew Crafty Angel's Wake Up Wednesday Linky Party. Please stop by link up and see everyone's amazing link-ups.

Have a wonderful weekend!!

Edelweiss Backpack

Hello Everyone,

I had the pleasure of testing another pattern from Sara at Sew Sweetness. This beautiful back pack is called the Edelweiss Backpack and I love how it came out. This fabulous bag can be made as either a backpack or a cross-body bag. There are pretty flap pockets on the front, as well as both a zip closure and flap at the top of the bag and an inner zipper pocket. The finished size is: 15-1/2” long x 12” tall x 5” deep. 

When I heard the name of this backpack I couldn't wait to make it. I knew it was fate. We are posting to Germany in a few weeks and I thought this would be perfect for when we go sightseeing. I fell in love with this fabric that I got at Joann Fabric Store and thought it was perfect for this backpack. The pattern was easy to follow and is perfect for someone who is at an intermediate level. This is the first backpack I have ever made. I can't wait to use it!!

The pattern is available for purchase as a pdf file in Sara's pattern shop.

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

Have a great day!!

Park West Bag - Pattern Review for Sew Sweetness

Hello Everyone,

I completed another beautiful pattern from Sara at Sew Sweetness. This bag is called the Park West Bag and I love how it came out. This bag is for a beginner, intermediate or experienced sewer. I fell in love with this geometric and colors of the fabric that I got at Joann's.  I loved all the detail that Sara put into this bag (actually 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.

I used four 1 1/2" metal rectangle rings for the handles.

I love the side pockets on both sides of the bag.

This was the first time I inserted a recessed zipper and I love how it came out.

I love adding these metal feet to the bottom of the bags and how it matches the metal rectangle rings for the handles.

I also found at Joann's this coordinating fabric and inserted a false bottom to give the bag more stability.

I love having zippered pockets inside of my bags. Maybe on the next one I'll put a zipper on the other side or some pockets. I guess we will see.

If you would like to purchase this pdf pattern, please stop by Sara's pattern shop.

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

Have a wonderful evening!!

Aragon Test Pattern and Happy Fall!

Hello Everyone,

I had the pleasure of testing another bag pattern for Sew Sweetness.  You can see her post on this bag here. If you want to purchase the pattern, here is her Shop.  I love how this bag is useful in so many ways.  When I saw the bag I knew it would be perfect for when I have to go to the library to study for school and it will also be perfect when I go shopping too.

I love the fall colors and the gingham. The pockets on the side are perfect for my phone and/or water bottle.

Have I mentioned I love gingham?? Well, I do. LOL The inside pockets are great and I love the finished look of the binding on the seams on the inside. It makes it look neat and put together.

There is also a zipper compartment on the other side.

Also, another zip is on the back of the bag.

So, I am loving my new fall bag and have already been getting compliments on it.

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

Hope you all have a great day.

Lunch Bag Test Pattern

Hello Everyone,

Hope everyone is enjoying this beautiful weather.  I had the pleasure of testing a pattern for Sara at Sew Sweetness.  I loved the idea of this to make for E and the nephews.

It was called Peas and Corn Lunch Bag and I made the top zip bag for E in NY Giants fabric - one of his favorite teams. I used laminated cotton or PUL on the inside for easy clean up.

The handle on top is perfect for carrying. 

It has a lot of room and I can't wait for E to use this for work. You can stop by Sara's shop.

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

Hope you had a great day.

Nautical Tote Bag

Hello,

I made another tote bag using the Lapin Noir pattern from Sara at Sew Sweetness.

I loved all of the details she included in the pattern, like an outside pocket for your cell phone, an outside zippered pocket, two different types of handles for either your shoulder or over your wrist, a zippered pocket inside and two additional pockets inside.

I also added an extra zipper on the back of the tote for more storage. I also used 3 different colored zippers red, white and blue.

I can't wait to sport this tote around town.

Also, I am testing another pattern for Sara and that will be posted soon.

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

I hope you all have a wonderful day.