Sew Pomona

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marcy tilton

  • Me Made May 2016 + Lemon Drop Dress

    I signed up for Me Made May 2016 for the third year now. I love how the challenge really makes me examine how well my handmade wardrobe is working. Plus I always find new outfit combinations that help to pull me out of a rut by spring. Here’s my pledge for this year: ‘I, Rebecca…

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  • Me Made May 2015: Week 4 Naples + Miami

    We’re in the homestretch now for Me Made May! Only one last week to go.  So far what’s been working best for me are tanks and skirts or pants-i.e. easy to mix and match separates.  Planning out my color palette has made a huge difference this year in that regard. Most of my wardrobe is comprised of navy, whites and…

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  • Me Made May 2015: Week 2

    It’s been a fun second week of Me Made May!  I’m not even tired of taking pictures on a daily basis yet either.  Thank goodness for my tripod- its made this years pic’s so much easier!  I’m, having fun trying to not repeat looks and planning out what I’ll wear every day.  I love how…

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  • Mommy and Me Skater dresses in Ikat Knit, Sew Pomona

    Mommy and Me Knit Dresses

    I’m so excited to share my newest dresses with you!  If you follow me on Facebook or twitter you saw a little sneak peek last week.  I thought it would be super cute to make Ami and I some matching dresses for spring and as an early birthday present for her.  Hard to believe my…

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  • Floral Carolyn Pajamas

    I’m so happy to finally have some pretty- and matching-pajamas!  These make me feel much more stylish lounging about at home.  Especially since I always change into pj’s as soon as we’re in for the day after school.  I need more!  I’m so glad Heather released this new pattern as it’s just what’s missing in my wardrobe. Plus…

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  • Bronte + Francoise Tops

    My first makes of the year are all tops.  I do love a quick make!   I’ve made all these patterns before, so other than lots of pics, this post will be short and sweet. First up is one of my favorite new patterns, the Bronte Top from Jennifer Lauren Vintage.  You can see my earlier version…

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  • Scuba Knit Francoise

    Last week I posted my Chanel Inspired Francoise and this week I’m back with a knit version of the dress.  Thanks everyone for all the wonderful compliments on my last version!   This dress was made actually made first,  just in time to wear for Thanksgiving.  Love this pattern!  Check out Tilly and the Buttons fan board on…

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  • Holiday Sewing Plans

    Time is just flying by and it’s already time for me to start sewing up a storm for the holidays.  I have a lot of sewing lined up for the next month, we’ll see how much actually gets done before Christmas. First up are two version’s of Tilly and the Buttons Francoise dress.  I wasn’t…

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