Claire and Mama Claire from Made for Mermaids

Claire and Mama Claire from Made for Mermaids

Lisa shares her version of the Claire from Made for Mermaids.  This knit dolman top can be worn 2 ways and also features a childs version of the pattern. 

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Cinnamon Sugar Double Breasted Top or Dress by FooFoo Threads

Cinnamon Sugar Double Breasted Top or Dress by FooFoo Threads

Jo shares her version of the Cinnamon Sugar Double Breasted Top or Dress by FooFoo Threads

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Domi Sweats by Sofilantjes Patterns

Hey all!  Carrie here, and I’m back to share a brand new pattern from Sofilantjes... The Domi Sweat Pants.  I’ll be honest, I could look in my file of patterns and find lots of short/pants patterns to use with knits, but this one is definitely going to be a favorite!!  

First, any pattern that I can buy to use for my 1 year old boy and 7 year old girl at the same time, is a HUGE hit in my opinion!  Then, anything with pockets is a big hit with my kids (well the older one at least, the little guy will figure it out soon enough, haha!).  Plus with the different pocket variations and the 3 different length options, we could have 10 pairs that never look the same. 

I always appreciate patterns that let you select layers so you only have to print the size you need, or sizes.  It makes tracing or cutting out your pattern pieces so much easier.  There’s also a super helpful guide that lets you know what pieces you need to print if you only want to make the shorts, great paper saver! 

I chose to make the shorts with the square pockets for Reid but left out the drawstring since they aren’t supposed to be used for kids under 2.  

For Ry, I went with the capri length, which seems to mimic a style that I’ve seen in a lot of stores this summer and fall so she was thrilled with them!  (anything that appears store bought is a plus for her).  On hers I did modify the waist just a bit and went with a yoga waistband which wasn’t in the pattern but a very simple modification.  

We went with the round pockets on hers so the awesome teal stars could peek out on the sides. The directions were clear and easy to follow and this makes for a great pattern for beginners making their first knit bottoms to someone more advanced that can really make them pop with some fancier top stitching on the pockets. 

The fabrics I used also really makes them stand out.  On the shorts I used the Field of Crosses from Riki Prints Custom Fabrics and the solids were from Purple Seamstress.   On the capris, I went with a Galaxy print from MK Designs and teal stars from TKB Prints.

Thanks so much for letting me share such a versatile pattern!  Happy sewing!!

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Tybee Tank Top and Dress by LilyGiggle

Tybee Tank Top and Dress by LilyGiggle

Welcome back for another fun review!!!  We all know that LilyGiggle is known for their fun knit patterns, and now they have added another fun one to the collection.  The Tybee Tank Top and Dress has a drop waist and fun circle skirt.  It is the perfect pattern to mix and match some knits without depleting your stash too quickly.  Check out Carrie and Jessica's reviews today, and head over to LilyGiggle to grab your own copy of the pattern.

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