Maverick Shorts by Charming Ollie

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I rarely do much with woven fabrics lately but knowing I had some awesome fabric to use for a boy, when I had the chance to sew up the Mavericks from Charming-Ollie I decided to go for it.  I love the little folded down pocket detail, and thought they’d make a great addition to our summer wardrobe.

The pictures throughout the instructions were very helpful, and I think a beginner would be able to follow along pretty well.  I found the instructions overall easy to follow, although there are a few areas that there could use a bit of clarification.

While there isn’t a size chart or measurements included, I made our normal store bought size and that seemed to work well using the suggested lengths for elastic.

 

I would like to have seen a better guide for the pocket placement also.  The pattern suggests  2” up from the bottom edge but since I was only doing a 12m size, 2” from the bottom put the top of the pocket almost at the waist edge so I had to adjust a bit.

Overall, I love the end result, they are such a cute style.  The Pirate Parrot Poplin by Verhees I got from Mabel Madison was just perfect for my little on the go explorer.

 

And a bigger version by Ari of Max California

Zander's Hoodie by Everything Your Mama Made

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Zander's Hoodie by Everything Your Mama Made

Today we take a look at the next feature in the Boy's BundleUP collection.  Looking for something warm to wear with fall right around the corner?  Look no further than the Zander's Hoodie by Everything Your Mama Made - an asymmetrical zip hoodie that can be made in sweatshirt material or fleece and also has a vest option, so cool!

Nichole is here to show off how much her tween loves his hoodie and to give you the pattern deets....

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Zee's Tee by Tie Dye Diva

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Zee's Tee by Tie Dye Diva

No boy's collection would be complete without a great staple Tee Shirt.  But this isn't just your ordinary Tee, we don't do ordinary at  BundleUP!  The Zee's Tee by Tie Dye Diva has so many options built in to make sure your boy has the coolest T's on the block, and with additional instructions for upcycling - this pattern has won my heart over!

Check out Trisha's Take on the Zee's Tee, and then head over HERE to see her review of the Lumberjack Shirt - how cute would these be layered together!

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Sleepy Bear PJs and Robe by Ellie Inspired

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Sleepy Bear PJs and Robe by Ellie Inspired

Good Morning!!!  How did you sleep?  More importantly how did those little ones sleep???  Well I am sure they would be sleeping even better in the Sleepy Bear PJ's by Ellie Inspired - the next pattern included in the Boys BundleUP collection.  And even if they don't sleep well, maybe your forgive them because they are just sooooooo cute!

This set includes a V neck T, loose fitting PJ pants, and a great hooded robe.  Check out Crystal's full review and her adorable set.....

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