Whether your kiddo grows to fast and legs are too long for footed pjs or, like in this case, they just don’t like the feeling of them, this is a great solution to footed pjs. Also by creating slippers there’s no waste!
I was asked if I could remove the feet from some kids PJs and replace them with cuffs instead. No problem! When I started chopping of the adorable pj feet I got an idea , if I’m adding a cuff to the legs of the pjs, why not add a cuff to the foot part as well and make some cute matching slippers.
Whether your kiddo grows to fast and legs are too long for footed pjs or, like in this case, they just don’t like the feeling of them, this is a great solution to footed pjs. Also by creating slippers there’s no waste!
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Custom made hockey jersey!
This was a special request for an all black on black hockey jersey/ sweater in a slim fit with Sherpa appliqué maple leaf's and numbers. I am really happy with how all the details turned out on this project. Fabric is bamboo cotton sweatshirt fleece from @needlework_hamilton and Sherpa is from @lensmillstore . I started with the raglan sweater pattern from @wardrobebymepatterns for the desired fit and changed elements to accommodate for the final design. Custom made jacket based on clients design. Military inspired.
It’s all in the details! Here are some close ups of the details on this custom military inspired jacket made for a client. -faux pocket flaps with decorative snap. -sleeve cuff and placket with snaps. -contrast fabric on underside of collar, collar stand, cuff, pocket flap and epaulets. -epaulets with snaps. - top stitching everywhere. Custom window seat cushion cover with matching bolster pillows for each end. This set use to be a peach colour that was stained and faded from all its years in the window. With this new look it’s going to bring a modern, fresh and clean feel to the room.
Also a custom unique bench cushion to match. No right angles on this cushion making it a little different then how I typically sew them but it turned out great. Original foam was starting to disintegrate so new foam was also cut to size. This custom sweatshirt is made from the thickest, softest, warmest sweatshirt fleece. It’s a very basic design but it’s a replica of someone’s absolute favourite sweater that is falling apart at the seams. Here’s hoping this will be their new favourite and they can let go of the old tattered one now.
How awesome did this colour combo turn out! I love it!
Another @closetcorepatterns pouf made! Lots of different fabric textures used on this one. I used cotton, faux leather and suede, upholstery fabric, twill canvas and sateen. Stuffed full with all my fabric scraps from the past 4 months. These are always fun to make and I’m always amazed at how much I can stuff inside them. This one is giving me 70s vibes! Another custom button up shirt complete. Classic button up shirt design with shaped hem and 3/4 sleeves with slit cuffs that can be turned up.
Hair scrunchies! 20 Scrunchies in bright, colourful, shiny, and sparkly fabrics. Specially sized for some little girls with thin hair. Also a great way to use up some scrap fabrics!
2 Custom Tunics for a client fresh off the sewing machine today! Once you find a garment you love the way it fits, why not get it made in some fun printed fabric. I especially love the painted looking flowers on the mustard colour. Both are made out of light weight high quality cotton that will be perfect for the spring and summer months. Tunics include a faced V neckline, 3/4 length sleeves, underarm gusset for ease of movement, and side slits.
Another custom shirt/ jacket for a client. This time playing off the camouflage print we went with a military inspired design. Including shoulder epaulets and brass accents in the zipper and buttons. Again we went with a classic shirt collar and sleeve cuffs, straight hem and side slits. Lastly some floral contrasting fabric was used on the under side of the cuffs and the inner back yolk to add a feminine touch.
As you may have noticed I’ve made a few similar but different shirt/jackets for this same client. Once I have a well fitting pattern made it is easy to change little details to make each piece unique with the same great fit. How fun is this! The fabric is a printed light weight corduroy. This time my client wanted a classic button up shirt design with a standard shirt collar and buttoned sleeve cuffs. We went with a straight hem so the corduroy fabric wouldn’t curl up and added side slit for ease of movement.
Car seat poncho made to keep a little one warm in the car. How cute is this fabric! It’s so incredibly soft too. This poncho features a zipper for easy access to car seat buckles.
Custom sweaters ready for a cold winter. Made out of thick sweatshirt fleece, matching ribbing and contrasting plaid cotton fabric. These sweaters include a classic shirt collar with hidden button placket and chest pocket. All seams are top stitched down for a clean polished look.
The story behind the sweaters— When our cottage neighbor found out I sewed, right away he had a job for me. He said in his 84 years he’s never known a seamstress. He went inside and brought out his favorite well worn, with holes in, sweater and asked if I could make something like that for him (see original sweater in last photo). I told him I could re-create it exactly! He was thrilled as he said he’s looked everywhere for a fleece lined sweater that has a shirt collar and pocket and can’t find one anywhere. And a shirt without a pocket is no good to him. So he said he’d take 2 of them. A few weeks ago after I finished making the first one I gave it to him to make sure he was happy with it before I made the next one. Right away he wanted to put it on and had a huge smile on his face! Looking at his wife he stuck his hand in his pocket and said “look at this!” Needless to say he was thrilled with it. With the cold winters up north a sweater like this is all he needs according to him. Seeing his excitement for this sweater really warmed my heart and was a reminder to me that the things I make not only bring joy to me but also others. A few weeks later and I have the second one done to take to him this weekend! 2 Perfect for fall linen shirt/jackets. Custom made for a client who had a few shirts and jackets they liked and wanted certain elements of each one put together to create these 2 unique pieces.
The orange one features a singe button closure, faux notch collar, 3/4 length sleeves with a vent, straight hem and side slits. With contrasting fabric used on the inside of the cuffs, underside of the collar and inside back yolk. Contrast fabric and large button were recycled from an old jacket that matched perfectly. The brown one features a more classic button down look with 6 coconut buttons, standard shirt collar, 3/4 length sleeves with a vent, and a shaped hem. This linen was so nice to work with and will be even nicer for my client to wear. Beep Beep! Looks who’s ready for Halloween in their custom school bus costume! I had so much fun making this one.
6 custom basic white t-shirts complete! One not pictured because it was a fit sample before these additional 5 were made.
Custom request by a customer to combine the fit of one shirt and the high neck/ neckband of another shirt they owned to create the perfect t-shirt for them that can’t be found in stores. I’ll be holding on to this pattern for the future as they said they will definitely be coming back for more. 3rd re-creation of a customers favourite button up shirt. The first 2 got raving reviews and I’m sure she will be happy with this one as well!
Light, breezy summer t-shirt dress in a colourful print!
A couple of years ago I made a copy of this customer’s favourite summer dress and made a re-creation of it. Again this summer she wanted another one made this time with pockets! I always hold onto customers patterns incase they might want another one made down the line. 2 Re-creation of a customers favourite shirt. Including every detail right down to the top stitching. Original shirt in the last photo. These two are done and fabric for one more will be dropped off when these are picked up. Antique brass snaps really finished these shirts off nicely.
Check out this finished batch of cushions! Turning this sun porch into a tropical oasis! Scroll down to see what they looked like before, originally two mix matched sets of furniture with different cushions that were old, lumpy and stained. Now they all match and the gorgeous rattan furniture stands out. This set was a big one with a total of 20 cushions!!
2 custom clothing items for a customer.
First up a bright summer Kaftan dress with neckline trim detail and side slit. Second a printed cotton V neck tunic also with a side slit. Both great pieces for staying cool this summer. Patterns used were Butterick B5725 and Kwiksew 3371 Sewed up yesterday, picked up and sitting comfortable pool side today. This customer sent me a photo of her newly covered cushions with a kind message “Thank you so much for giving our tired old patio chairs a new lease of life!! I think they look great!” I love seeing photos of the cushions on the patio furniture. Looks like a brand new set!
So so so happy with how this project turned out! A customer brought me 4 dresses that her mother had made her for special events in her life; graduation, bridesmaid dresses for her wedding and others.
Her mom has since past away for many years now but she’s held onto these special dresses. Instead of having them hang in the back of the closet to hold onto the memories she thought why not get them turned into dresses for her grand daughters to wear and share the memories. Here’s the fun part, she asked if I could make the new dresses look exactly like the old dresses with all the same details. I thought that was a fantastic idea and would be such a fun creative project to work on! Here are the before and after photos of the 4 dresses (front and back). The new dresses are made in size 3T & 4T. Now she can pass the memories of her mother down to her grandchildren who never had a chance to meet their great grandmother. These dresses were hand made by my customers mother years and years ago. When creating the new dresses I didn’t just want to use the dresses for their fabric, I wanted to include some of her mothers beautiful handy work into the new dresses as well. So I was able to use all of the original hems including the beautiful lace finishes. As well in some dresses I included some original seaming, finishing and belts. This makes the dresses that much more special! Custom seat covers to fit this SUV. Not exactly the easiest thing to take a photo of but this customer is super happy with them. An all black interior + a fluffy white dog don’t mix! These covers were custom made to fit this vehicle, to keep the dog hair contained and easily removed when the dog is not in the vehicle. This customer is getting an additional cover made to cover the floor and center console as well as bringing their other vehicle to get measured this week. By customers request these covers are made out of a large canvas drop sheet from the headwear store. I was able to make all 3 covers out of one 8’x12’ drop cloth keeping material cost low.
Recently I made this matching set of black out roman shades, throw pillows and window seat cushion.
You can’t see the detail of the fabric in this photo but it has a sparkly silver threads running through it like a fine pin stripes. Previously this window had roller blinds that wouldn’t roll up any more. The customer brought me the rod that they were on and I was able to attach the new roman shades to it so that the same hanging brackets could be used. |
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