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Sometimes, you have the perfect pattern for a look that you want but the closure is in the wrong spot. Most dresses have back closures, but it's actually REALLY easy to flip it to the front with very little work. Here's how to do it. Take the pattern you want to alter and print it …
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If you've ever tried to dress a kid, or yourself, you know how important a placket is. It allows the dress to open up wide enough to easily take it off and put it on. Unless a dress has a wide waist and a lot of ease, a placket or a zipper is needed.Below I'll …
While I love the narrower bib on Bee's Knees, I do know that some people might prefer an option with more coverage. Well, I've got you...covered! The tutorial already includes some diagrams to help you through the steps, but I thought photos would be handy too. You can either trim 1/2" off of the …
I have been in love with this pattern forever. I can't remember when I first saw it on the internet, but it's always had my heart. The scallops, the double flutters, the vintageness...I am proud to introduce Bee's Knees to you. This pattern will give you over 40 different pinafore styles to pick from! Each …
We all love options with our patterns. When we have options, we feel like we are getting our money's worth but it can also be a wee bit overwhelming. With the new interactive dress designer, you won't ever worry about which options will be your favorite. Now, you can try them ALL out for free! …
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More tutorials - CLICK HEREPattern hacks - CLICK HEREFreebies - CLICK HERE These bows have been popping up all over the place! They are EVERYWHERE! The good news is that they're super easy to sew. The bad news is that they're not so easy to tie. Medium Bow 15" x 4" In the video below, …
I've been making my daughter costumes since her second Halloween. She's been a monkey, an owl, Alice, a ghost, Little Red Riding Hood, a spider, Rapunzel, a wolf, and grumpy cat. I didn't make the wolf or the monkey costume, but the rest have been put together or sewn by me. Last year, I was …
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This is part 3 of a several part series. See all of the posts here. Read all the way to the bottom to enter the giveaway! I know I've mentioned it before, but I really LOVE the rayon from Hawthorne Supply Co. I used Little Blooms in Black mixed with Hawthorne Hues for the looks …
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This is part 2 of a several part series. See all of the posts here. Read all the way to the bottom to enter the giveaway! This mini capsule wardrobe uses Hawthorne Supply Co's September Blooms by Shopcabin and Hawthorne Hues. I love the fall colors, delicate florals, and cute prints in this collection. The rayon is such …
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This is part 1 of a several part series. See all of the posts here. Read all the way to the bottom to enter the giveaway! I have a fun project to share with you today. I've made a mini capsule wardrobe using Hawthorne Supply Co's September Blooms by Shopcabin and Hawthorne Hues. I love the …
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