Top Patterns to Sew for Christmas for Kids 2013

If you're like me, your sewing to do list is long, and the deadlines are looming, but if you haven't decided what to make yet for your kiddos, you are in luck. I've got some great recommendations for you to sew up just in time for the holiday! I have full pattern reviews of the top 3 patterns on my list here on the blog; you can click the photos below for the full details, and be sure to enter to win the top 3 patterns in the rafflecopter below!

Check out the Etsy Treasury,  just click the image below.

Click to visit our top toy/kid pattern treasury

Visit the #1 Pattern Review by clicking the image below. Ellie by Ruby Jean's Closet.

Visit the #2 Pattern Review by clicking the image below. Fox by Dolls and Daydreams

Visit the #3 Pattern Review by clicking the image below. Sea Turlte by NimblePhish

Enter to win the top 3 patterns on our list below!

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Introducing Felicity Sewing Patterns

If there's one thing I love about my job, it's getting to know all these fun independent designers. It seems like every week I discover someone new to try, and how fun is that???  I recently discovered Stephanie of Felicity Sewing Patterns. Her shop has fun patterns for both girls and boys. Right now and  through the end of July, she is offering a really cute skirt pattern FREE with 2 variations! Click the image below to go to her shop for the free download.

Here's a little peek at some of the cute patterns in her shop. 

And my favorite pattern in the whole shop...

I just love the sweet vintage feel of this one! 

Here's the best news! Stephanie is offering a giveaway to Pattern Revolution fans! Everybody loves a chance to win free patterns, right? 

Enter the Rafflecopter below for a chance to win a 4 pack of  PDF patterns from Felicity Sewing Patterns!

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Gotta be Nautical!

The hottest trend this summer is everything Nautical. Fabric, patterns, trims accessories, anything nautical is so hot right now. It's not too late to get in on the nautical fun, so today I'm sharing some fun photos and patterns for inspiration, enjoy!

Pattern photos are clickable and take you to seller's shop :) 

Seafarer Top by Sew Much Ado

Jack and Jill by My Little Plumcake

Tie Dye Diva Seaside Sailor Hat and Dress

Anchors Aweigh Sailor Dress

Anchors Aweigh Sailor Romper

Seaside Sailor Hat by Tie Dye Diva

Seaside Sailor Doll Oufit

Brownie Goose Summer Sailors

Pier 49 Convertible Pants

Sailor Shortall by Vinatage to New

Sailor Skirt by Quilt Story

Sweet Sailor Ruffle Shorts by Monkeysbug

Ginger Top and Lucy Pants by Violet Field Threads

Dolly Bathing Suit by Cole's Creations

All 4 One Swimsuit Pattern by Cole's Creations

Sandy Girl by Ellie Inspired

Nantucket Dress by Ellie Inspired

Now let's see what you've made!

Merri Poppins

Debboutique

Lauren Walford

Snickerdoodle Stew

Nicole Scott

Astrid Novak

Evelyn Griffin

Jana Mays

Theresa Taylor

Rachel Hood

Tara Jolin

Aubrey DeLaCruz

Nichole Gifford

Jennifer Rowe

Melissa Garner

Nicole Jonstone

Tomi Gibson

Tomi Gibson

Tomi Gibson

Jen Groth

Cynthia Baldonado

Raedeen Averitt

Raedene Averitt

RaeAnna Gross

RaeAnna Gross

Alicia Sellers

Evelyn Griffin

Beth Tarabochia

Lauren Walford

Gena Brown

Crystal Taylor

I hope I didn't miss anyone one! You all sent in such gorgeous photos, thank you for sharing!

If you're looking for just the right accessories to go with your nautical outfits, check out Sweet Lemonade Beads.

Custom Orders Welcome. Click image to visit Facebook Page.

Just one more thing...have you seen this super cute Free Sailor Collar and Beret from Ellie inspired? Click the photo below to go to the free patterns! Dress pattern sold separately here. 

Happy Sewing! 

Birth of a Revolution

Welcome to our brand spankin' new page Pattern Revolution! You're going to love it here, I promise! If you already love to sew, or are just learning, Pattern Revolution is the place to be! This page is supported by a collaborative, a group of independent PDF pattern designers who write and sell PDF sewing patterns.

Why a Revolution?

Do you remember having one of these?

My kids wouldn't even know what that is.

That's because it's from an old way of life, one that doesn't exist anymore here in America. A technological revolution blew this device off the map. While it once served as the most important mode of communication...it suddenly lost its usefulness as society moved onward. 

Sometimes the old way of doing things just doesn't work anymore. Society changes, and systems that once worked are suddenly defunct. People change, needs change, technology changes.

Historically speaking, almost all women were taught how to sew sitting at their mamas' knees. Sewing was a regular daily  task, an important skill every young girl needed to know, but as women entered the workforce and clothing became a manufactured item rather than a handmade one, their girls lost the opportunity they once had to learn the craft. It's rarely taught in schools now, and few other opportunities exist for women to learn to sew without the expense of paying for private lessons. 

Most women learning to sew today are self taught, fueled by a constant stream of visual inspiration on Pinterest and other social media sites, but traditional paper sewing patterns fail them. Often, they start by selecting an "easy" sewing pattern from their local craft store, only to have their hopes of creating something beautiful  be dashed by their inability to interpret poorly written instructions, small line drawings in grey-scale  and sewing lingo they've never even heard of before. Paper pattern publishers just don't get it. They don't understand the needs of the modern sewist, or what to do to meet them, so they keep on publishing  more of the same and catering to an aging customer base that is shrinking daily. 

That's the reason for the 

Our designers have worked hard to write clear and straightforward patterns for unique designs and deliver them in a readily accessible format.  Their patterns, which are published in PDF format, are not like traditional paper patterns. They include clearly written, step by step instructions with pictures that make it easy for women to be successful. They can be purchased and downloaded instantly without having to go to a store; they are delivered electronically through email and can be read on computers, tablets and phones that have a PDF reader installed, so they are accessible anywhere. You can choose to print, only the pattern pieces, or the entire instruction booklet. Even experienced seamstresses, who can use paper patterns with ease, are switching to PDFs because they are so user friendly and offer such a wide variety of designs. 

Are you ready to Join the Revolution?

Here we go!!!!!