Birthday Present Finished!!

I had to buckle down for the past couple of days and finish this top since my friend's birthday is this weekend. I'm pretty satisfied with it, but now I'm not so sure if she will like it. As I said before, she is very picky so I'm having last minute jitters. There seems to be some puckering on the yoke of the top. I put this top (size 12) on a plus size dress form since this is the only one I have. The large dress is causing the pleating to spread apart so I'm thinking this could be the cause of the puckering. Any suggestions on how I can fix this?

Auf Wiedersehen

Unfortunately, I have to say farewell to a dress that I didn't get to wear. I thought that this dress would be perfect for my birthday celebration. This dress would've definitely showed off my long legs and covered my tummy at the same time. I came to the sad realization that I didn't like it! I mean, it's not the pattern at all. I think that it's a combination of the print I chose and the dress doesn't give me a shape at all. I wanted to show you guys this dress because I want to display the good with the bad. I make an effort to finish what I've started, so even though I will never wear this dress, I will make sure to finish hemming it. This pattern was very easy to follow and will consider making the B version of this pattern in a cotton print. This is my first time making a piece that I absolutely hated. Have you guys ever made a piece that you didn't like after you put your sweat and tears into it?

Birthday Dilemma

I have a friend, whose birthday is coming up, who always can pick the nicest gifts for everyone. She's very funny, giving, and kind, but is also very picky! It's difficult for me to find a present for a person that's picky, although I could get her a gift card. I've decided that I would make her an item that she can incorporate into her wardrobe. I would've loved to make her a dress (she has the cutest shape!!), but she doesn't do dresses at all. She's into Ann Taylor type of clothes, but since I'm a beginner(and haven't worked with buttons or zippers yet), I want to make an item that I'm confident in. So, I went to the website and found some great pieces that I think she might wear.

Here are a few that I found on Ann Taylor Loft

So I found a butterick pattern that would look great on her(Drumroll Please!)

I will be making her the yellow/black/white flower print version. Her wardrobe is filled with neutrals and her favorite color is blue. I found this great fabric that has gray/navy/white/black print. Tell me what you guys think!!

Project Runway Endeavor

SIMPLICITY 3535

This is my favorite piece I've done do far. I have followed Project Runway from the very beginning and was excited that Simplicity had patterns inspired from the show. I felt that this pattern would be flattering for me since I have a big tummy. I would definitely make this pattern again, but as a short sleeved top. I would recommend making this pattern a size smaller as it's very voluminous. I got this fabric at the Red Tag section at Joann Fabrics for $3/yard, so I was excited that I made a dress for under $20. What are you guys favorite Project Runway episode?

It's Sleepy Time!

After taking over a month to complete my wrap dress, I decided to sew something a little easier. It just so happened that it was a couple of weeks before Christmas, so I came up with the idea to sew pajamas for my loved ones as presents. I loved this pattern because it was unisex and the directions were extremely easy to follow. It takes me about an hour and a half to complete a pair of these pajamas, so sewing this project 10 times over didn't bother me at all. You can get a pair of pajamas nowadays for $10-20, so it's best to consider the price per yardage of the material being used. I made these pajamas out of cotton knit and fleece that I got from the clearance table at Hancock and must say that they are so comfortable to wear.

My First Project

This wrap dress was my first endeavor in breaking in a sewing machine that hasn't been used in 11 years. My sewing mentor(SM) was extremely hesitant about me using this pattern. After begging and pleading to use this pattern, she obliged(plus I already had bought the fabric). I wish I took her advice, because this too me sooooo long to complete. My SM was with me every step of the way, because I think I was heading for a Gordon Gartrell original. I used over 5 yards of linen fabric that I got from Hancock. I probably wouldn't make this dress again, but I think I did pretty well for my first project. What do you guys think should be the first garment a beginner should make?

Welcome to my blog

I sewed a couple of pieces when I was younger and really enjoyed it. I have started sewing again to relieve stress and forgot how much fun it was. I am looking forward to sharing my trials and tribulations with you guys. Hopefully, I'll be able to learn a thing or two about sewing in the process, so here we go!!