149 days and counting....

Yes, that's right, there is 149 days till Christmas. Do you like to get started early with Christmas ideas/projects or are you a procrastinator? Personally, I think I fall into the latter category. I love to think that I will get things done. I make plans but I never seem to make the time to follow through.

Here's some ideas for the artist - young and old:

This is the Artful Bags and Accessories pattern by Serendipity Studio.  This pattern contains the following projects with bags sizes:
Artist Portfolio - 12" high x 16 1/2" wide x 1 1/4" thick
Crafty Carry-All - 14 1/2" high x 16" wide (at base, with an 18" wide opening at the top) x 6" deep at the base. The handles has a 9" drop.
Arts & Crafts Caddy - 12" high x 12" wide x 6" deep 

Couldn't you see this being a useful item?  I can see this as a great item for a mother to take along with her kids to keep them busy. Maybe even fill it for her.   I can also see this as something for an  art student to carry their supplies.

This is the Little Picasso smock/apron pattern by Fig Tree.  Here's a great little smock/apron for the younger artist.  Sizing information is up to about 7 years.  Make it scrappy, make it in one color and add embroidery.  In this case, you would be the artist.  Keep it cute.  A great gift to give a little person the gift of creative expression.  Don't forget the watercolors, brushes, and paper or the crayons and paper.

Happy Sewing!

Inspiration and Shop Talk

It is officially spring and we are having another beautiful day! Today's inspiration reflects the high wave going here:

This is the Sonja Printed Dress by Kate Spade New York. Isn't it a lovely shade of blue? It is a cotton/lycra crepe fabric. The dress has a fitted bodice with a boatneck and scoop back, a knee-length a-line pleated skirt, and a hidden zipper. Price tag: $378.00. Go to Neiman Marcus search for the dress name and zoom in to the see the details.

You can get a similar look with this:

This is the Montique Dress pattern by Serendipity Studios. This pattern has instructions for 6 variations. It has a raised waistline instead of the fitted bodice to the waist but you have the neckline and an a-line skirt. 


Sewing for the children?  Don't forget to check the patterns for girls and boys!  There is cargo shorts for the boys; dresses, skirts, tops, and bottoms for the girls.
Happy Sewing!

A little more Bohemian...

It seems that the Boehmian look is still going strong:

The above skirt is Michael Michael Kors Tier Maxi Skirt.  This is a long, pull-on, gathered skirt.  It is a 100% rayon.  Price tag:  $99.50.  Check it out Neiman Marcus and search by the name. 

You can duplicate this look by using the Fashion Formula pattern by Serendipity Studio. Here's a look:

Happy Sewing!

Serendipity Studio #4...

Here's the fourth and final new pattern and it is also a bag pattern:

This is the Rita Reversible Bag pattern.  This roomy bag features optional bags to all sides for maximum organization.  Variations are ruffles between the panels or any other trim.  Have a great print fabric?  There is even a variation to showcase.

Now for the news......the patterns have arrived!  The are currently in "What's New".  You will need to page through the section but they are. 

Happy Sewing!

Serendipity Studios #3...

Here's the third new pattern and the first of the bag patterns:

This is the Camilla Insulated Tote pattern.  This tote comes in 5 different sizes.  It can be used as a handbag, a tote, a lunch bag, and an insulated tote.  You can use quilting weight cottons, home dec weight fabrics, or laminated fabrics.  How fun!

Happy Sewing!

Serendipity Studio #2....

Here's the second new dress pattern from Serendipity Studios:  

This is the Diane Kimono Dress.  This is an easy to make dress.  Design features include overlapped bodice, dolman sleeves, drawstring waist, and options to make a slim or full skirt with or without tiers in four different lengths.  Bodice variations include plain or ruched shoulder seams.  The dress slips over the head, so no need to worry about zippers.  A great design for summer.

Happy Sewing!

New Serendipity patterns are on the way...

The new Serendipity patterns are finally available and I have several on the way.  I will be showcasing the new patterns over the next few days.  Let's start with the Betty June dress:

This is a retro style designed after the shirt-waist dressed from the 1940's and 50's.  The dress features straight sleeves, slightly elevated waist bodice, a-line knee length skirt, button details, and a side zipper closure.

If you're interested in the pattern, let me know via email and I will contact when it comes in.

Happy Sewing!

Dresses....

Here's a dress that is a bit retro in feel:

This is the Monique Dress pattern by Serendipity Studios.  It's a bit retro, has a raised waistline and an a-line skirt.

Happy Sewing!

Springtime & Dresses..

Dresses are another great option for spring, summer, and fall. Here's a look at one of the Claire Cami Dress pattern by Serendipity Studios:

As will all of the Serendipty patterns, this pattern has a sweetheart neckline, raised drawstring waist, and easy fitting A-line skirt.  It has five length options - from top to a bohemian style. 

Just click the link, to see additional DRESS styles by Serendiptiy Studios and others.

Fabric is on sale and I will create a kit for you.

Happy Sewing!

Maxi skirts for spring & summer....

Maxi skirts and dresses are being shown for spring and summer. Here's some inspiration:


Let's start with this lovely Knit-Waist Maxi Skirt by Indikka. This skirt has an pull-on elastic waist and a long a-line silhouette. It's made a crinkle voile in a black and white abstract print. Price tag: $165.00.

Next is the Songbird Maxi Skirt by Ella Moss. This skirt features gathered tiers in an a-line silhouette. It's made from different prints in a silk crinkle chiffon and lined with a jersey knit. Price tag: $248.00. This look is a little bit bohemian.

You can also head over to the Neiman Marcus website and do a search on "maxi skirts" to see the type of skirts that available.

We can recreate the maxi skirt look using various patterns. Here let's start with one from Serendipity Studios:

Above is the Fashion Formulas Skirts pattern. This pattern contains information for creating 3 different skirts with each skirt having 2 different length options. There is the tiered option which is shown above in a maxi length, the panel skirt, and a faux wrap.

This is the Stella Skirt pattern by Lila Tueller. If you love feminine ruffles, this is the skirt for you.

Here is the Easy Going Skirt pattern by Seams & Dreams. This pattern has two different skirt versions.

Hope your inspired to create a skirt!

Happy Sewing!

Trends for Inspiration?

Do you watch the trends for inspiration? Neiman Marcus has Crossbody Bags as a Spring 2011 trend.

Here's Patty's Bag pattern by Sewphisti-Cat Designs:

Here's the Rachel Cross Body Bag pattern by Serendipity Studios:

These aren't the only crossbody bags available in the store. There is Shabby Bags by Taylor Made Designs, and Botonical Bags by Indygo Junction. Of course, the possibilities are endless when you take the bag pattern that you like and add length to the strap.

Hope you're inspired to sew!

Happy Sewing!

Early Fall Inspiration, more sales

Those early fall collections are arriving. Here's a little inspiration for the fall:

The Brodie Plaid Dress by Marc Jacobs. A little 60s styled dress in olive/teal plaid with a little ruffle around the neck and slit pockets. Fabric is a silk/wool blend. Price Tag: $458.00. Use the link to zoom in and look at the details.

Of course a summery fabric would work in this style also.

I think you could get a similar look using the Sabrina Tunic pattern by Serendipity Studios. You would need to measure the neckline and multiple by 1 1/4 or 1 1/2 to create the ruffle.

This week sale is Loes Hinse Designs patterns, Indygo Junction patterns, Bananfana patterns, Artful Offering patterns, and the Nicey Jane fabric collection are all 5% off through May 31, 2010.

Happy Stitching!

It's skirt weather...

I enjoy wearing skirts in spring and summer. Today, fabric.com has stretch cotton sateen in beautiful spring/summer prints. Just perfect for skirts. The Joyce's Almost Bias Skirt pattern would be wonderful in this fabric.

As I'm looking, most of the skirts by Serendipity Studios would look good made up in this fabric, too.

Have fun looking at all the options.

Happy Stitching!

Spring coats...

Spring is coming. It's time to start thinking about spring coats. Here's Indygo Junctions new trench pattern:

The Midtown Trench pattern by Indygo Junction. This coat features a five button closure, exaggerated portrait collar, front princess seaming, and a petite front yoke.

This is The Sophia Trench Coat pattern by Serendipity Studios. This pattern features a slight A-line with classic raglan sleeves, large stand-up collar and an optional belt or back pleating. Make it fun with a funky print or go classic.

There are many other coat patterns option available in the store. Come check them out.

Happy Stitching!

New Fall 2009 patterns

There are so many new fall patterns. Some have arrived. Here's a sample:

Serendipity Studio has 6 new designs for fall. Here are two of them:

This is the Stella Strip Skirt pattern, a Boutique Chic by Serendipity Studio. I think it is so cute.

Next, the The Torii Tunic pattern, another Boutique Chic by Serendipity Studio. This is a very versatile pattern in that there is a tunic, a knee length dress, and a long dress.

Now, for the newest creations by Amy Butler Design.

The is the The "Liverpool" shirt, tunic, short & long dress pattern by Amy Butler Design (Midwest Modern). What a great pattern! There are 4 hem lengths and 4 sleeves lengths.


The newest bag pattern is Sweet Harmony Handbag & Tote pattern by Amy Butler Design (Midwest Modern).

This is only a few of the new patterns in the store at eBay. Go check out the rest of the Serendipity Studio patterns or any of the other new patterns and notions in the "What's New" section of the store. These patterns will be here one or two weeks and then moved to their respective categories.

Happy Sewing!

Shop Talk - New Patterns

New Indygo Junction patterns and new Boutique Chic by Serendipity Studios have been added. Use the The Pattern Loft @ eBay link at the right and click on "What's New".

Happy Sewing!