Pattern of the Week: A is for Pyjamas

This week’s Pattern of the Week showcases this adorable set of children’s pyjamas. What do we love about these? Well lots!

The bottoms feature an elasticised waistband for ease and comfort whilst sleeping. This pattern can be made into long-sleeved top and pants, short-sleeved top and shorts or vice versa, the choice is yours! And, your little ones will love the sweet little peterpan collar option with the classic button down shirt . We chose to make the boy’s short-sleeved top and long bottoms- Option B. The great thing about this pattern is it will see you through the years as your children grow from 3 up to 15 years.

Product used:

Pattern: Burda Kids 9747

Fabric: Vintage ABC Cotton Poplin, 148cm Wide, 100% Cotton, $14.99 per meter.

Notions: Iron on interfacing, 4 Buttons, 75cm of 2cm Elastic, Optional decorative trim collar pocket 

 

Expert Sewing Tip!

Always start a project with a fresh machine needle. A good needle in your sewing room is like a good knife in your kitchen – priceless!

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Wet and Wild!

So it's been cold, wet and miserable in Melbourne these past few weeks and now it finally seems that we're sharing the wild weather love with the rest of the country!





Madame M  just bought a pair of fabulous new Hunter wellies (so jealous) and is inspiring us all to get into our winter wet weather gear.

These will surely keep you dry!

For those of you who favour a raincoat, splash-hat or even a cosy umbrella cover, then check out our fabulous Raincoating! 
 

How gorgeous is this!

Raincoating fabric is easy to sew, water-resistant and so totally practical. Plus these designs are so cute for kids and adults alike!
Raincoating, 148cm wide,100% Polyester $14.99/m

So many great ideas!

For those of you who are more craftily inclined, we've spoken about laminate fabric before; however I can't resist sharing our newest member of the wipe-clean, perfect-for-kids-projects, oh-so-adorable laminated quilting fabric range.

Lulu!

Lulu Laminate Pink Colourway

Lulu Laminate Blue Colourway

 This stuff is seriously cool and again is splash and stain resistant, wipe clean, and super fun to work with.

Lulu Laminate, 112cm, 100% Cotton with Laminate coating, $24.99m

Why not try these great kids art smocks?


Hope you don't get caught in the rain this weekend... xoxo

Pattern of the Week: Mix and Match It Tunic

You might notice that this week's Pattern of the Week is utilising the same pattern pack from last week: Burda Kids 9494.This is to ensure you get the very most out of your pattern purchase!
Let's face it: if we love something, we REALLY love it. Happy Sewing!

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Mix and Match It Tunic

Mix and Match It Tunic Version 1

In this week’s Pattern of the Week, we’re loving these gorgeous little girls’ tunics. The tunic features a fitted bodice, optional bow-tie waist belt and zipper closure.

We also adore its sweet scoop neckline and delightful ruffle detailing. Mix and match your fabric choice for a bit of fun – spotted and striped, butterflies and hearts, all spots, all stripes, go wild!

The pattern can be used to make a top or alternatively into a dress of different lengths- we have used Option C.

Mix and Match It Tunic Version 2

 

Pattern: Burda Kids 9494

Fabric: Spot Paste & Stuey Stripe Cotton Jersey, 148cm Wide, 100% Cotton, $12.95-12.99 per meter.

Notions: 18-20cm Zip & optional Ribbon or decorative waist tie 1.3 - 1.5m.

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Pattern of the Week: Flutterby Dress

Welcome to our first Pattern of the Week! We'll be calling out to our favourite ready-to-sew patterns every week, with some helpful tips and tricks along the way. They can also be spotted on the official Spotlight Facebook Page every Monday; so why don't you sew along with us!

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Flutterby Dress

Burda Kids 9494

This week’s Pattern of the Week features this charming little babydoll dress for girls. Isn’t it just adorable? We think so!

We like the optional ribbon-tie waist belt, scoop neckline, and you can choose your own type of closure; zipper, button, hook and eye fasteners, it’s up to you!  The pattern can be used to make dresses of various lengths or alternatively to make a top. We chose to make the girl’s dress in a butterfly print with a matching ribbon-tie waist belt in turquoise and blue.

Product used:

Pattern: Burda Kids 9494

Fabric: Flora and Fauna Cotton Voile # 8, 112cm Wide, 100% Cotton, $12.99 per meter.

Notions: 20cm zip, 1.5 meters of Decorative ribbon

To press or not to press?

·         Always press each pattern piece as you go for a professional finish. 3 tips!

	Press the seam flat along the stitching line to blend the stitches.
	Press the seam allowances open or to one side, as indicated in the pattern instructions.
	Press the seam or detail area from the right side. If necessary, protect the fabric with a press cloth.

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Happy Sewing!

Advice for Sewers

On this rainy morning, I'm looking to the heavens for some divine guidance, but all I can see is rainclouds (sad, no?).

Thankfully though, the beacon of hope that is Facebook (see ours here) has offered up some handy advice for all of you trusty sewers out there - from 1949.

Ummmm....

I'm off to put on my best frock.

Happy Rainy Day Sewing everyone!

Sneak Peek: DS Richmond

Last week we revealed that DS Quilt Collection's "Aunt Edna" had hit stores and has proved to be an absolute hit!

Well we're very super totally bigtime excited to tell you that we have just booked a brand new collection from Denyse Schmidt. It's so exclusive that it's not even on her website yet! Amazing! The samples landed on my desk this week, so we just had to share it with you!

Here's a sneak peek. It's called "Richmond".

Ooooooh.

Richmond comes in Two colourways, Orange/Pink and Blue/Green, in 6 vintage-inspired designs. This is probably my favourite DS Quilts Collection we have done, such a gorgeous quirky mix of prints!

DS Quilt Collections "Richmond" will be in store in September. Keep your eyes peeled!

Which is your favourite?

*Photos taken on Hipstamatic. Colours may not be representative of the actual fabric.

Schmitty's Back: Aunt Edna

I don't have an Aunt named Edna, but I knew a dame of the same name once...

DS Quilts Collection 'Aunt Enda' is in stores now!

Pretty...

We've only bought a snapshot of the collection, because it's so gorgeous we didn't want to overwhelm you all!

Spotlight's Selection

Plus in our Get Creative magazine we have an exclusive Dolly Quilt designed by the awesome Sarah Fielke.

Grab the project and check it out in store now!
DS Quilts Collection "Aunt Edna", 112cm, 100% Cotton, $16.99/m