MOD KID Penny MOONLIGHTS as a Nightie!

I love the new knit patterns by Mod Kid designer Patty Young. In particular the Penny dress/top. It goes together so quickly and looks really cute. My girls have a few Penny dresses now, and need new nighties. So I grabbed the Penny and did a bit of a hack. I wanted it to have a bit more fullness in the lower bodice, so I went with the empire waist option, and  cut the top part of the front and back bodice out as per usual- but added seam allowance to the bottom edge.

Then with the lower bodice front and back pieces I wanted to add fullness across them- so positioned them 5cm back from the centre front like this, I also added a seam allowance to the top of the bodice piece, both front and back.. ( why? Because this pattern originally has the front and back pieces in the one piece. When you go the empire waist option, you need to slash the bodice and then add back seam allowance for where you will join it).

 So you will have two bottom bodice pieces - front and back- like this... two upper bodices and your neckband.

 Now you need to lightly gather both the upper part of the lower section of the front and back bodices to fit the  bottom of the upper front and back. I use the overlocker to gather mine- it's quick and easy to manipulate to fit... but use whatever way you prefer.

Then continue with the construction as per usual.You'll have a nighty in around 30 minutes. I did a rolled hem and sleeve on this nightie.

Happy Sewing!

Lisa :)

Just in! Michael Miller/Patty Young knits!

Yesterday the gorgeous new Michael Miller/ Patty Young knits arrived. These are from Patty's new Sanctuary range. 100% cotton interlock- stunning. Direct from New York to us @ Crafty Mamas!



example of use:

I'm itching to get some of these washed up and start sewing!

One Babushka Softie- DONE!

It's a bit of a rush to get the last minute handmade gifts done. I have a few aprons to draft up and cut out and a couple more softies. This one is for Lil, but don't tell her. She thinks it is for her big brothers girlfriend. This e- pattern is by Winter Peach on etsy. Fabrics are from my stash....from the Hippie Chicks range.

I love e-patterns for weekend sewing! Great for when the sewing bug bites! Have you seen the range of cool ones at Crafty Mamas? This one is next one my list...

NEW FARBENMIX patterns at Crafty Mamas!

Two gorgeous new Farbenmix patterns arrived last week...(with more due next week, but the international post is going so S_L_O_W_L_Y!)

ODILIA balloon skirt

 And NADYA dress and leggins

 Aren't they just beautiful?

And of course, Murphy's Law stated that I will only ever receive new patterns that I am DESPERATE to sew up at the same time I have boring UNI assignments due. As Ned said..." Such is life".

Happy Sewing!

Lisa 

FARBENMIX RIBBON FUN

As you guys all know, Crafty Mamas is the Aussie agent for Farbemmix ( and Studio Tantrum, Ottobre Design and Stenzo. Yes, I wear many hats!). I am constantly amazed at the creative ways the Crafty world finds to utilize the delicious Farbenmix ribbons. I thought I'd do a little show case here for you...

( and there are some ribbons reduced too in the shop, if you are quick!).

FARBENMIX RIBBON

pics are used with kind permission of farbenmix.d

The Ribbon Key Fob

 

These are very popular among the Crafty Mamas. 

Carolyn  

churned these out. Don't they look amazing? 

There is a great little tutorial here for these and they also sell the required hardware. And of course, come see us at Crafty Mamas for some eye candy ribbon!

Hair Clip Holder

Absolutely love this idea! Farbenmix ribbon combined with huups embroidery.

And this one...

And this is a very clever and practical use of ribbon

How about getting the kids to hang up their towels?

Or trimming the all important backpack!

Ebook HERE

Ribbon, velour and printed Hilco  SUNNYFREE woven in the Cm Shop.

Baby Fun

And last but not least...

Love this idea!

The Farbenmix Inspiration page has these and many more fabulous ideas to add a little Farbenmix magic to your life. Bookmark it!