Boys Back to School with Lily Bird Studio

Boys Back to School with Lily Bird Studio

We're going Back to School in Style all month long!!!  Check out our intro to the next sew along at Whimsical fabric for the Mamie Dress - a great b2s look for little girls with kits on sale for 20% off this week!  But girls seem to be the easy ones when it comes to clothing - so today, let's look at BOYS!!!!!  And our Sponsor LilyBird Studio has some great boy staples in their collection that Denita is sharing with us today.

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Why Upcycle???

Why Upcycle???

So you have probably heard of upcycling or refashioning in sewing circles.  It isn't a new fad, in fact it has pretty much been around for most of history, but its presence has taken a fun twist in today's sewing world.  We no longer simply turn collars, or cut full skirts down for a slimmer more fashionable silhouette; the modern upcyclist looks for a way to turn an old cast off into a brand new creation.

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Creating a Wardrobe: Let's Talk About Jeans!!!

Creating a Wardrobe: Let's Talk About Jeans!!!

Today I want to talk about jeans - well any non fancy pant, but in my world my kids need at least 2-3 pairs of jeans.  I love the look of jeans, I love that the fabric holds up to wear and tear, and I love that I can throw jeans on with virtually any top or tunic in Mack's wardrobe.  Jeans are my ultimate neutral/staple..... and yet, I can no longer buy jeans for Mack ;o(

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