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Girls· Projects· sewing

Tooth Fairy Pillow

We shared this a couple of weeks ago at Riley Blake......but in case you missed it....Today we are sharing a simple but cute project for any little girl in your life.  A little doll tooth fairy pillow which can hold teeth and a little something that the tooth fairy brings in return.  It is a PERFECT project for all experience levels...and if this is your first sewing project....we promise it is simple and quick.This project came about because the Tooth Fairy is not finding teeth at our house! ... View the Post

Projects· Riley Blake

The Ladies of Verona

"Two households, both alike in dignityIn fair Verona, where we lay our scene..."It's no secret that I like Peg dolls...a lot...ok, more than a lot.I've shown you how to make them HERE, how to paint them for boys HERE, heck I've even turned them into necklaces and canvases to hang on your wall but I'm not quite done yet.These are the latest set of peggies that I've made.  I dressed these girls in Riley Blake's new Verona line of fabric and then decorated their little house to match.I love the ... View the Post

Dresses· Girls· Projects· sewing

A Ruffled Collar Tutorial

In case you missed this a couple of weeks ago at see kate sew's RUFFLES 2012....One thing that we love over at Simple Simon and Co is taking simple, vintage, classic children's clothing and adding a touch of a modern to them.  And luckily, today's project is no exception.  It's a simple A-line vintage jumper pattern, but made a bit more modern with the addition of a smart, little ruffled collar.For the pattern, I used this little vintage beauty in my stash.....but there are A-line jumper ... View the Post

Projects· sewing

One short message.

There is so much Liz and I want to tell you....about SNAP!But I need to do some serious laundry.  And it's 4 loads worth (I would so not function in Michelle Duggar's house---that's probably her minimal load day) so our tales will have to wait for one more day.I will just leave you with this random picture of my sewing corner---in progress.Have a great Monday! ... View the Post

Dresses· Projects· sewing

Finish what you started week…a recap.

I did finish quite a few things last week.  This little dress had been sitting on the dress form....for weeks.All she needed was buttons and a hem (can you tell they are not my favorite steps?) to be completed.  She was only about a week late as a birthday present for our little neighbor girl, but she was finally given to her rightful owner.  A little 60's sundress made with vintage fabric for the skirt....for me, sewing just does not get any better.Other projects finished--a pair of chambray ... View the Post