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The Darling Ranges dress pattern has always been one of my favorites from Megan. But now that I've finally tried the new dartless version, my life has changed. Haha, but seriously. Game changer. I could LIVE in this silhouette.
P.S - boots are from Target, Penny's bonnet is handmade, moccs are Freshly Picked, and the rest of her outfit is thrifted.
I saw this agate print scuba knit and immediately kneeeeew I needed to make an Axel mini out it. I could make a million of these skirts (here's another), they whip up so fast and are so comfy. I also made a simple sleeveless, dartless Darling Ranges blouse to go with it. Another one of those versatile patterns that I always go back to. I've been working with Megan on updating all of the Darling Ranges sew-a-long posts (stay tuned later this week!), and it just renewed my love for this old favorite.
P.S - boots are from Target!
Alright, while my last handmade top was a pleasant surprise, this one was.... eh.
For one, it's a tiny bit out of my comfort zone. I have no problem with tank tops and even off the shoulder tops, but there is something about thin little spaghetti straps that has never really been my thing. Second.... I was in too much of a hurry. I just wanted to get it done and over with, and I didn't do any pattern fitting. And yeah, it ended up being a little bit too big in the bust. Not that bad, it still works being a little looser fit. It just would better if it fit right.
So yeah, I dunno. It sewed up quick and easy and I actually like the look of it in general. Maybe I can force myself to take the time and salvage the fit? We shall see.
top: handmade / New Look 6518
pants: Loft (old)
I've been slacking with the blog lately. I posted this outfit to instagram last week, but never got around to posting it here. Whoops.
Anyways, I was pleasantly surprised with this pattern. I'm all for off the shoulder looks (obvs), but something seemed a little odd about this one. It actually turned out better than expected, and I definitely think it will get a lot of wear in this last half of summer.
top: handmade - simplicity 8381
scarf: Loft
bracelet: Mama & Little (use code HOLLY for 15% off)
shoes: Loft
I actually originally bought this double gauze fabric to make something for baby. But then I became really attached to the beautiful print and just had to make into something for myself. Sorry, Penny.
dress: handmade, Papercut Patterns Moana Dress, fabric from Fabric.com
purse: Primark
sandals: Old Navy
This subtle tropical print french terry fabric arrived a few days before we left for Maui, and I threw these matching outfits together last minute to add to our suitcase. Like, literally last minute. Unfinished hemlines and uneven shorts and all. Whoops. (The unfinished hem I'm keeping, the uneven pant legs I'll fix). But it was worth it. Because isn't wearing matching themed outfits the whole point of taking your kids on vacation with you? :)
my outfit: modified Megan Nielsen Briar top + some random old elastic waist shorts pattern
P's outfit: free pattern here
P's bonnet: also handmade, free pattern here
teething necklace: Mama & Little
both our sandals: Old Navy
I seriously live in t-shirt dresses when the weather gets warm. I can never have too many of them!
dress: handmade /
jacket: old Forever21
teething necklace: c/o Mama & Little
sneakers: New Balance (similar)
I've been busy working on baby clothes for miss Penny, and its been awhile since I've made anything for myself. So I figured there was no better way to jump back in, than with floral denim paper bag waist culotte overalls. Obviously. (pattern deets listed below).
overalls: handmade (simplicity 8301)
shoes: Swedish Hasbeens
