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GALLERY DRESS TO BOODAH PLAYSUIT Turn the Gallery Dress into a Playsuit MY CHINA DOLL Style! Katy from My China Doll periodically takes custom orders via her Facebook page.  Pop over and... Read more ›

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GALLERY DRESS IN KNIT The fabulous Marnie from Horris & Deedle was one of my pattern testers and I asked her if she would test out the pattern in knit,... Read more ›

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PIMP YOUR PATTERN: PIECED TOGS BODICE This post will give you ideas for piecing your ‘togs’ bodice to create different looks.  The togs are included in the Design Your Own Swimmers... Read more ›

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Samantha is the amazing talent behind the highly sought after LittleJem Handmade swimmers.  Sam took out 2nd place in the recent Pimp Your Swimmers competition and has been kind enough... Read more ›

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Visit the Sutures & Sandpaper blog to see how Kerry transformed the BOO! Designs Twirly Skirt pattern into a pettiskirt. Read more ›

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To make your leggings pattern a little more fun, why not add a funky exposed elastic waistband?    Measure 1.5″ (4cm) down from the top of your leggings pattern piece,... Read more ›

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FAIRYTALE PRINCESS SKATER SKIRT Add a gorgeous overlay to you skater skirt to create the ultimate fairytale princess skirt. Take your skater pattern piece and lay it face down on... Read more ›

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PIMP YOUR PATTERN: SPANDEX SKATER SKIRT Want to use your spandex fabric and techniques from the Leggings pattern to make a funky skater skirt? Want a super quick sew with... Read more ›

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GET THE GEORGIE PORGE LOOK!   The talented Emma from Georgie Porge started sewing around 2 years ago, but only started sewing clothing in February this year.  The first clothing... Read more ›