Fayeraysews’ #sewthisischristmas Bardot dress

Sam #sewthisischristmas, Bardot dress sleeve hack, Fabric Godmother fabrics, Pattern Review 0 Comments

It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and party season is upon us. For the Simple Sew #sewthisischristmas Faye Ray Sews wanted to make a classic Christmas dress (think Judy Garland in “Meet me in St Louis”), so picked the Bardot dress pattern.

Fayeraysews’ Juliette tie-back blouse

Sam Doughtys Fabric, Pattern Review 1 Comment

You know those occasions where you have to dress smart-casual (what does that even mean?!), and you opt for the reliable “jeans and a nice top”? Well… this pattern might just be perfect for those moments! It’s sooo comfortable, and effortlessly stylish; and even better, really quick to make! I went with my instinct and made the top in a …

Fayeraysews’ Cross-over back blouse

Sam Doughtys Fabric, Pattern Review 1 Comment

Spring has sprung here and it has me dreaming of long summer days and warm evenings. For this blog post, I chose the Cross-over back blouse pattern (which also comes with a loose-fitting jersey top with raglan sleeves) as the first of my summer makes. I made view A in a beautiful Liberty cotton lawn from Doughtys in a size …