Sewing for Me -Mustard Yellow Infinity Skirt

So, I made something for myself... and actually took pictures of it!!!! :)

Here is the Mustard Yellow 'Infinity" Skirt {a.k.a. the 90 cent skirt}.

Uh hu, NINETY CENTS. There is a story behind that...

So there was this gorgeous material at work {I work at a fabric store at the moment}... It was 40% off, but still too much. And I didn't really need it {always the story}. It was going to be shipped out to another store, so this was my last chance... I didn't take it.

A couple of weeks ago I was going through the remnants bin. Everything in that bin is really small and 50% off the listed price. And there I found a mustard yello peice of material.... the exact material that I had be admiring at the beginning of November!!!! WHAT?!?!?!? It was too short for a modest skirt, but there was lots of width and I had an idea in my head inspired by a friend's skirt. It was also $1.80 -half of that is $0.90.

 

I was trying to sew it up on Monday morning so I could wear it on Tuesday... but things were NOT working out. I talked to some ladies from work... their advice helped immensly!!! I also had a serger from a friend sitting downstairs that a friend is letting me borrow. I hadn't used it yet, and this was the perfect time. Without it this skirt would never have been made. That thing works like a dream!!!! :)

 

My pretty serged seams!!! ;)

So, this is what came out of it. It is four peices sewn into one long peice and sewn in a spiral, hence the infinity part. I thought it was a good name. :) The waistband is double and really comfortable.



This picture shows the color the best



Front view



Side View

Ps. - It is awkward taking pictures of oneself. ;)





The whole outfit. The rest of it is bought.
Shirt and socks - Smart Set
Scarve - A gift from someone



Update. 12/24/2012

So, it has been quite around here. Sorry.
My life is busy, no, hectic. Exams, work, family.... the list goes on. The last thing I have been able to get around to is sewing, almost -I think cleaning my room is on the bottom of the list. My sister as coerced into that one today. :)
Things are happening, there are oodles of ideas on the brain and my fabric stash is growing. I have a couple of things sitting by my feet right now, as well as a lovely serger sitting beside me {which only has 2 full spools, not three} :S. It works like a dream, but I don't know how to re-thread it. Oh, bother. :)
Anyways, there is one more wrinkle I need to iron out before the unveiling of the etsy shop. Unfortuntely, the post office is not open when I am not working. Hopefully I will be able to figure it out on time.
Talking about the Etsy shop, what would you prefer in regards to a possible giveaway??? A gift card? An outfit or some other baby article?? A custom order at a discounted price???? I need ideas, let me know what you think!!!!
I think that is all for now. Hopefully I my next post about the etsy shop will have a 2013 behind it, and carry AMAZINGLY AWESOME news!!!! :)

My serged seams. Loving them!!!! :) This is what I have been playing with tonight

Behind the Scenes

This is what my house looked like today. And this is what everyone came home too. :)
Oodles of flannel drying.

I think I have my work cut out for me!!! :)

 

 

 

Etsy Update

The shop is open, but not really running yet. I am working on stocking it with lots of lovely things. Hopefully there will be a bunch of new things coming too!!!
Does a January 2nd launching date sound good???? :)
And what about a giveaway??? :)

Another Update:

Just thought I would update you all on what is going on again.

Name - The name is CHANGED!!! :) Made 4U Handmade Designs is the new official name. :) This will be the name attached to everything from now on. Etsy, Facebook, the blog... The blog URL is staying the same though {made4ubyemily.blogspot.com}. That is what everyone knows, so I am keeping that the same.

Etsy - Still in the works. I am waiting for ONE thing, and it still hasn't come in the mail!!!! *Grrrrrr* Anyways, hopefully it will be waiting for me when I come home sometime this week.

Facebook - The page is UP!!! Check out my profile, or just search 'Made 4u Handmade Designs'

Sewing - Well, I have lots and lots of fabric, does that count??? ;) I am approaching exams so things are getting busier. I also got a new job {working at a fabric store, go figure ;)}. I haven't had to time to get anything started, but in two or so weeks, when exams are done, I have almost a month to fill up the shop. There are lots of ideas sitting here though.

In the mean time, keep reading....

Custom Orders - YES, YES, YES!!!! :) Wanting something for Christmas??? I can totally do that. I have two orders almost done now, and can take on more. I can make gifts you want for others, Christmas outfits you want for you or your kiddos... give me ideas, I will see what I can do!!! :)

 

Now, I just have to be patient and wait for the Etsy things to be ironed out....

I Linked Up At.....

So: I linked up at Raising Mighty Arrows. Go on over and check out what other small businesses are out there!!!! A perfect opportunity to support small businesses and get your Christmas shopping done!!! :) There is also an amazing giveaway for you who are in the US. I am sad that I don't live there right now.

Blue Striped Dresses

Two lovely blue and white striped dresses... each with their own surprise!! :)

 

Material is all new and 100% cotton.

Outside - Navy and white striped heavy cotton.

 

Cost: $15.00 each.

 

There is one of each available, but sadly, I can't make any more identically the same.

I can make some in the same style, but made out of different material and in larger sizes though.

 

The Daisy Striped Dress:

Size - 6 Months
Lining - White cotton

 

Buttons - Daisies

Ribbon - Canary yellow grosgrain ribbon

 

 The Fishy Striped Dress:

Size - 3 Months
Lining - Dark blue cotton

 

Buttons - Shiny and red

Trim - Vintage fishy trim. Red, white and navy.

 

Fabric Swatch:

 

 

Women's Clothing

I have been asked a bunch of questions by people about making women's clothing.

 

The answer is:

YES!!! I DO make women's clothing.

I do not think I will ever sell ready-made women's clothing simply because I find it easier to make something custom-fit for someone. If I use a commercial pattern for my sisters or I; I never stick to it {I can't remember the last time I used a commercial pattern though... I usually just make them myself}. Commercial patterns just do not seem to fit properly. The beauty of hand-made clothing is the custom fit.

 

SO, I won't be selling ready-made, BUT I am willing to take custom orders.

Send me your ideas. Pictures, sketches, colors, etc. Send me your measurements {or I can take them for you}. We can design it specifically for you!!! :)

 

Price: It completely depends on what you want, how you want it and how much the fabric is. :)

 

And, last of all, spread the word!!! ;)

Thanks everyone. -Emily.

 

And I would post a picture, except that I always forget to take pictures of the things I make for myself. :S

Are you Interested??? A pre-Etsy Special

Are any of you interested in these two items before someone snatches them up from the Etsy Shop???

Message me or comment if you are!!! :) I will let you know the prices if you message me.

 

Flowered Onesie:

Size: 6-9 Months

Material - printed, comfortable knit.

You can pair this with any pair of pants or dress, including our Ruffled Jean Dress. :)

 

 

Green and Pink Sleeping Bag:

Any size from 6 Months up.

 Outside - light green waffle. Lining - Green and pink checked Flannel.

This Sleeping Bag will keep your little one warm throughout the winter!!! Fully lined with flannel makes it even more comfortable and warmer.

If you would like something like this for boys, with sleeves, in a smaller size or in different material let me know! I can make one especially custom-designed for you!!! :)

 

 

Custom Design #1

A little while ago a friend of mine asked me to make a church outfit for her thre-year-old daughter. We went all out, with a jacket, skirt and co-ordinating shirt.

 

Jacket - A 'crop styled' jacket. Sturdy black cotton. Lined with a lighter, pink cotton.

 

Skirt - A bubble skirt [that didn't end up being poufy]. Light grey skirting material; part cotton. Lined with light pink cotton. Adjustable waist. Applique - two flowers, two buttons [that co-ordinate with the button on the jacket] and a bright pink ribbon bow.

 

 

Shirt - bright/hot pink. Store bought.

 

I also made a couple of hair bows to go with the outfit:

[The pink in each picture is a deep hot/bright pink. Thanks to aweful lighting, the color didn't come out right. :( The color is more like the picture below.]





 This outfit was not only a lot of fun to make, it was satisfying. I knew my customer, and exactly what she wanted. It also helped that I could measure the person it was meant for. That way I was able to present something that was made to fit just for them.

 

NOTE- Please do not use these photos for anything. They are not to be copied or saved in anyway. And please DO NOT pin them. Thanks.

The Bear Bum Outfit

Here is a little outfit: comfortable, boyish and cute!!! :) Perfect for those up coming winter days.

 

Size: 0 - 3 months

Price: $20.00

 

Material: Pants - navy blue knit. Top - beige knit. Edging and bear - same materials as the rest. All material is new.

There is one set available, but I can make more. I can also make them in a bigger size. Just message me!!! :)

 

Bottom: simple, comfortable pants with a bear on the bum

Top: 'Onesie' style.

It doesn't fly out of the pants, and the neckline and snap buttons at the bottom makes for easy changing!!!

 

 

Top details:

Pants Details:

 

Me again... :)

So, you might be wondering what is up with the Esty shop... well, things are coming, slowly. There is a little bit more red tape and waiting involved than I counted on. :( Hopefully things will be up soon.

In the mean time, keep checking the blog for new things. You will be the first to know when the Etsy shop is up and running.... and there might be a surprise for you coming with that opening. ;)

 

Just some bibs to make this post more interesting. ;)

 

Ruffled Jean Dress

Ruffles, jean, versatile and perfect for any occasion!!! This little Jean dress pairs wonderfully with any top you might have. :)

 

Material is all new and 100% cotton.

Outer fabric - light weight jean.

Lining - dark blue cotton.

Buttons - pretty wooden buttons with a small flower design.

 

Cost:$15.00

There is one available, but I can make more, and in more sizes. As long as supplies last.

 

The Ruffled Jean Dress:

Size 6-9 Months

 

 

Pink Flowered Dress #2

You have seen this material before, but now it is in a NEW style and size!!!

 

Material is all new and 100% cotton.

Outside fabric - flowered print consisting of coral pinks, green and white.

Lining - light coral pink.
Buttons - pretty, green and shiny.

Cost: $15.00 each

There is one available, but I can make more, and in more sizes, as long as supplies last.

Number Two:

Size 9 Months

 

Pink Polka-Dottted Dresses

Pink, polka-dotted, fully lined and available in NEW sizes! These dresses are versatile, can be used for any season, and rather cute! :)

 

Material is all new and 100% cotton.

Outside fabric - dark pink with a lighter pink polka-dot.

Lining - the same light pink as the polka-dots.

 

Cost: $15.00 each

There is one of each available, but I can make more, and in more sizes, as long as supplies last.

 

Number One:

Size 6 Months

Buttons - Light Pink

 

 Number Two:

Size 12 Months

 

Buttons - Shiny and Light Pink

 

 

Update:

It's been quite on your end for a couple of weeks, BUT it hasn't been quite on my end. :) I have been busy sewing up a bunch of outfits, including an custom order for a friend. I have also made a number of hair bows, which will be up when the Etsy shop is running. Yes, an Etsy shop is in the works. :)Hopefully by the end of this week I will be almost ready to get things started. I have realized that I love doing this, and would love to do it more than I do. To do that, and get the publicity I need that will make this idea grow, I need to start an Etsy shop. Things are going to be changed up a bit; the blog will have a new look and be used for mostly updates and ideas. I am also hoping to get a facebook page started in connection with the Etsy shop.

 

So, there are a bunch of changes coming, and hopefully things will go smoothly. :) In the mean time, I appreciate your comments and suggestions. Just leave a comment. :)

 

Preview of a couple of things:

 

The hairbows I made last week... There are a whole slew of them :)

 

Suggestions Needed:

I need your suggestions: This little jean dress needs buttons [yes, where the pins are. :)]

What color should I go for??? I am leaning towards white and textured... what would you suggest???

 

Sneak Peak and Giveaway #2

This Giveaway is now *CLOSED*
Guess where this bear is placed on a pair of little boy's pants....

The first to guess correctly recieves 10% off on their next purchase!!!

Giveaway closes on October 9th, 2012 at midnight.

 

 

The Ruffley, Spotted Outfit

**This Outfit is now SOLD***

Presenting: The Ruffley, Spotted Outfit

 

 

Price: $20.00

 

Size: New Born [It is seriously so small!!! :)]

Fabric: All New Material [that came from Holland!!! :)]. White Knit with a small beige polka-dot.

Top: A kimono-styled top with ribbon ties and hemmed with lots of ruffles.

Bottom: Basic pants with elastic waiste and hemmed with ruffles.

There is one available, BUT I can make more if you desire. I can also make them in bigger sizes. Let me know if you have a specific order!!!

 

Here are some close-ups of the details:

 The Front tie

 

The Inside tie

 

The bow on the hem of the pants

 

The Flowered Pink Dress

Here is the first of the outfits!!! I am so rediculously excited. :)

 

This lovely little flowered pink dress is size 3 months.

It has a snap button opening on the right shoulder for easy changing.

It is fully lined, with a lovely pink material, and has a pretty green ruffle peeking out from under the hem.

All material is new, and consists of 100% cotton.

 

The price: $15.00

There is one available, BUT, I can make more!!! Just let me know if you would like another one. :)

 

Flowered Pink Dress:

 

A view of the ruffle

 

Fabric swatch: