Last year when I finally got to making myself a Christmas dress, I decided to use this circle skirt template and simple bodice from The Littlest Studio. After making it and seeing the skirt, I knew that I had to have more circle skirts in my wardrobe. In February my sister went shopping and brought home a whole lot of …
Crochet, Free Pattern
Simple Card Pouch – Free Crochet Pattern
Last year when I took a trip to a different city with my family, I had a hotel card key that I needed to carry. However, my clothes didn’t have any pockets, and I didn’t want to be carrying my purse with me everywhere I went, whether to the beach, walking around the city, or just staying at the hotel. …
Sewing
White Fitted Blouse AKA The First Blouse That Really Fit Me
When I first learned to sew, I didn’t have any sewing patterns. Instead I drafted pattern blocks for my measurements using an instruction booklet that I’d picked up somewhere. The instructions were sparse, and the pattern pieces never fit me well at all. After the initial test I would adjust and adjust and end up with pattern block after pattern …
Crochet, Free Pattern
Lacy Heart Fingerless Gloves
It seems like hearts are on everybody’s mind right now. On that note, here is a lovely, heart-themed accessory that is super quick to work up. These would be perfect as a gift for a cherished friend or family member, or something nice for yourself. I used Red Heart With Love in Bubblegum for the pink trim. Since I wasn’t …
Christmas, Free Pattern, Sewing
Christmas Dress – Inspiration and Free Pattern
I have been planning to make myself a Christmas dress for years, ever since learning to sew, but somehow I never got around to finding just the right pattern for it. Last Christmas I finally made it. And I must say, I’m in love with it. This is a very simple dress style, but it is elegant, and the sleeveless …
10 Free Christmas Crochet Patterns: Decorations
Wow, it’s December already! For my first blog post, I thought I’d round up a few free crochet patterns to start off the Christmas season. These are decorations and ornaments to get you and your house into the holiday spirit. Happy Holidays Tree Skirt To start off, here is a lovely striped tree skirt from Moogly. This pattern is extremely …