Update and an Introduction to Our New Line

Hello Everyone, 

Things have been quiet here on the blog.... but it hasn't been quiet behind the scenes. I was gearing up for a couple of trade shows, which went really well, and things have quieted down a tad. 

The Fall/Winter Line for this year is out there in all it's glory!!!! Bold Colors, Fun Prints (chevrons!!!!) and Comfortable Knits and Flannels are what make this line stand apart!!!

The Facebook page and the Etsy shop are full, so get yours before they are gone!!! 

I am also still taking custom orders (maxi skirts!!!!) so if you want a Christmas gift or Something for the Christmas/Winter season. Let me know, and we can run from there!!! Send me your ideas for almost anything, and I'll work my magic, and see what I can do!!! :)

Here are a couple of highlights from the shop:

Infinity scarves in a couple of sizes and lots of fabric options. I even have kids sizes available. 

Bow ties!!! (that match adorable tweed and flannel pants!!!). Fully adjustable for sizes newborn to size 8 or so. 

This adorable one-piece outfit. High-quality, comfortable knit and stylish to boot!!!

Chevron skirts. My newest LOVE!!! Available in sizes 3 months - size 5 (and beyond, message me for extended sizes!!!)

Head on over to the Shop and Facebook Page for these items and so much more!!!!

Feature Friday–Custom Order Maxi Skirts

Each week I feature something from the Etsy Shop. It might be something new, or something already in the shop.

This week we have:

Custom Order Maxi Skirts

Maxi skirts are the rage right now, and I am liking it!!! They are not only comfortable and cute, they are also modest (if not too tight) and can be dressed up or down. And there are so many options with these skirts!!!

That is why I am offering custom order maxi skirts. I personally believe that the custom fit it the most amazing thing about homemade, that is why I will never sell ready-made ladies clothing (other than scarves and other accessories).

Simply send me your measurements, and your fabric and style preference, and we can go from there.

**I can make ONE more with the striped fabric above, as long as your measurements are no longer than 40 inches (from the hip to the heal).**

Price: $30 – $40 (depending on your fabric and measurements)

 

Here is a fabric swatch of the skirt pictured above. I LOVE it!!! :)

Custom Order–Striped Maxi Skirt

A friend of mine that I know from way back when, but kind of re-met earlier this year, asked me to make a maxi skirt for her. I have made them before, for myself, but not for anyone else. She wanted something fun, and told me to have fun looking for the fabric. Well, I did. I went down to Ottawa Street in Hamilton after school the other week and found this beautiful striped grey and turquoise knit fabric!!! I fell in love with it, and didn’t really want to give the skirt away when it was finished. ;) Jess loves it as much as I do (YAY!!!). That is always the best part about doing custom orders, the excitement of the girls who order them. :)

And knowing you all, you will probably want one too. ;) Simply send me your measurements and fabric preferences and we can go from there. There are oodles of options with these skirts, I can even add ruffles. Also, I can make one more with this fabric (as long as your measurements from hip to heal are not more than 40 inches).

So, without further ado….. here it is!!!

Fabric Swatch:

Sewing for Me–Lace Infinity Scarf

Yes, this has been blogged already, but anyways. :) I thought I would share with you something I recently made for myself.

This scarf is my new favorite. It is light, perfect for the summer, and the lacey pattern of the fabric adds a touch of feminine flair (which, as you might have noticed, I am always looking for). :) It also is versatile, and goes with almost anything!!!

The best part… I got the material for less than $1.00…. one more of the awesome deals I got when I worked at Fabricland (there is something else coming soon that I also got there on super-sale!!! Seriously, employees get bonuses, especially when a store is closing).

And… no, I don’t have a tutorial. I kinda went by the seat of my pant anyways. But someday I am going to have to create tutorials… but I am simply too lazy to do it!!!! I should really share all of this knowledge I have learned about altering any pattern or already made garment with you people. I learned from others, and I should share it with you… maybe when the crazy month of May is finished.

Feature Friday–Infinity Scarves

Each Friday I post an item from the shop on the blog. I might be an item posted last month, or it could be an item all-new to the shop.

This week we have.....

Infinity Scarves:

**I can’t make any more lace ones exactly like this one… but we can come up with something similar.**

**There is one scarf in this material available.**

 

Infinity scarves are the perfect addition to any outfit, whether it be summer or winter. They add an extra touch, without the extra work or hassle. Simply slip it over your head, and you are ready to head out the door!!!

 

We even have kiddo sizes available!!! Now you little girl can look just like Mommy!! :)

 

Ladies’ –$15.00. Kids’ – $10.00.

 

Custom orders are an option. Contact me to let me know!!! :)

 

**There are two of each available.**

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



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