Pattern Test: Stitchwerx Designs Lane Raglan Tee & Tunic and Essential Leggings

A couple of weeks ago, I was given the opportunity to test 2 patterns from a new-to-me designer, Stitchwerx Designs. Kim offers a variety of PDF patterns in her Etsy Shop - from Coffee Cup Cozies, to Dog Sweaters, to Children's clothing & accessories! She offers sewing patterns as well as crochet patterns.

I was selected to test 2 of her new children's patterns, the Lane Raglan Tee & Tunic and the Essential Leggings, which will both be released tomorrow, November 26! It was so much fun testing these 2 patterns! I have sewn with knit fabric on a few occasions but I'm not a pro by any means, so it's always good to go a little out of my comfort zone every once in a while. Keep reading for an in depth review of the patterns and to find out about Stitchwerx Design's huge SALE coming up!

Pattern Test: Made for Mermaids Hooded Capelet

I had the privilege of testing a new pattern coming out from Made for Mermaids! If you haven't heard of Made for Mermaids, Megan is a newer pattern designer in the PDF world. She released the first of her Everyday Princess Collection patterns back in September and now has 4 Everyday Princess Patterns available, plus 2 dolly patterns. I love the concept of the Everyday Princess Collection - they are adorable character based dresses that are comfortable and practical enough to be worn everyday. What more could a sewing mama of a toddler girl want!?

This Monday, Made for Mermaids will be releasing their newest pattern from the Everyday Princess Collection- the Hooded Capelet! Read more about the pattern after the jump!

(**UPDATE 11/25 - Pattern is available for purchase HERE)

One of my Faves

Of all of the patterns I have, there is one that I have used FAR more than any other. It is one of the first PDFs I bought and totally got me hooked on PDF Patterns!

It's the Ava Knot Dress from Pink Poodle Bows!

My First Post!

For a while now I have wanted to start a sewing blog to document and keep track of my projects, post pattern reviews, sewing tips & tutorials, etc! I keep very busy staying at home with a 1-year-old and a 2-year-old, but I've decided it's something I really want to do, so I'm going for it! In the past few years I have really fallen in love with sewing & creating things for my own kids, family members, and friends. It's addicting to start from scratch and end up with something adorable and unique, made with your own two hands. I love the entire process, but of course the end result is always my favorite!

I have sewn a little here & there since taking a sewing class in 9th grade, but I really got excited about sewing when I found out I was expecting a baby girl! There were thousands of cute things I had seen online that I wanted to make for her! I started out really basic, making simple projects and really just winging it! These were some of the very first things I made for my little princess. Very simple skirts and appliqued onesies using Heat 'n Bond light. I also made a few onesies for a friend expecting a boy as well! I was hooked :)