Sarah and Ava Swimsuit

I love sewing swimwear! Here’s my latest suit using two fabulous patterns from Ohhh Lulu , the Sarah Longline Bralette and the Ava Highwaist Panties. This suit is so comfortable…

Chambray & Linen

This look all started with the fabric. I bought this amazing striped Chambray (sadly out of stock) and Vanilla Striped Linen(below) from Marcy Tilton that was part of my Mother’s Day…

Beach Days

Now that summer is in full effect here in Florida I’ve been sewing up a ton of beach looks. We spend almost every weekend at the beach as a family…

More Grainline Tanks!

I’ve made three more Grainline tiny tee tanks already- loving this pattern! It’s perfect for refashioning since it doesn’t take much yardage. You can see my first make here. All…

Me Made May is here!

This is my first time participating in MMM– and I’m super excited! Here’s my pledge: I, Rebecca, sign up as a participant of Me-Made-May ’14. I…

My first Grainline Tiny Pocket Tank

I’ve been gearing up for Me Made May, assessing what’s in my closet, what needs repairs or alterations and making sure I have plenty of handmade makes to wear for…

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Inside Out- Fashion Revolution Day

Today is Fashion Revolution Day-April 24! If you haven’t heard of it already it’s a global campaign to raise awareness and standards in the fashion industry after the horrible factory…

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Asymmetrical Apron Skirt Refashion

I’m so loving our weather here lately- it’s finally warm enough to spend the day at the beach and actually take a dip in the water! Granted only the kids…

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Sewing Double- My Colette Hawthorn Peplum Top

Here’s my second take on Colette’s Hawthorn pattern, this time as a sleeveless peplum top! You can see my first version here :) April’s Challenge for The Monthly Stitch was to sew a second version of…

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My Capsule Wardrobe-Wardrobe Architect Week 9

I’m starting to plan out what I’ll be making for my Capsule Wardrobe for the Spring/Summer! Last weeks post over at Wardrobe Architect for Week 9 was so helpful for narrowing down my ideas…

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Empire Waist Knit Dress

Just a quick little post today since it’s the last day of my son’s spring break. Nigel starts back at school tomorrow so one last fun day out with…

More Miss Bossy Patterns!

Here are my newest versions of V1382, an Anne Klein dress that I cut as a top, and March’s Miss Bossy Patterns Winner for The Monthly Stitch! I’ll be posting over…