Gingham, Ruffles, Sewing, Simplicity 8454, Simplicity Patterns

Gingham Ruffled Sleeve Blouse – Modification of Simplicity 8454

After months of wearing sweaters and knit tops, I wanted a comfortable and stylish top for the warmer spring weather. I knew this new top had to have ruffled or flounce sleeve. Pattern I had a couple of patterns in my collection for tops with flounce sleeves, but I wanted a ruffled sleeve like this… Continue reading Gingham Ruffled Sleeve Blouse – Modification of Simplicity 8454

Intimates, Japanese Kimono-Style Robe, Kimono-style robes, Lingerie, Sewing, Sewing Intimates

Kimono Robes – Made from Cotton Fabric from San Francisco’s Fabric Outlet

Making these kimono robes was a win-win for both me and my twin - she has a new robe and I have a great pattern, in two lengths and two chest widths, that I'm sewing again and again.

Intimates, Lace lingerie, Lingerie, Sewing, Sewing Intimates

White Lace Bra – Partial Band Pin-up Girls Bra

This lace bra was a fun pieces of lingerie to make - I know there are many more lace bras in my future!

Intimates, Lace lingerie, Lingerie, Madalynne, Sewing, Sewing Intimates, Uncategorized

Two Bralette and Panty Sets from Simplicity 8228

I recently made two bralette and panty sets using Simplicity 8228.  This fabulous pattern was designed by Madalynne "Maddie" Flanigan.   I also have her other pattern, Simplicity 8229, which is an underwire bra and panty.  I am really looking forward to making these. If you haven't yet had an opportunity to make intimate apparel… Continue reading Two Bralette and Panty Sets from Simplicity 8228