Love Notions Pattern Review - Trendy Tunic

Tami from Love Notion Sewing  just released her second pattern and it is so cute and original. This is the Trendy Tunic and you can purchase it on Craftsy or Etsy. It is supposed to be tunic length, but since Abby is between sizes I made her the 6 and it came out more of a dress length. I actually really love this length and Abby loves dresses so it's a win for everyone. 

This pattern pieced together perfectly and I was able to sew it on my serger in about an hour from start to finish. The next one will probably be even shorter. My girls are all about pockets in their clothes and the construction of these is just genius!

 Abby was feeling extra sassy during pictures so there weren't too many that I could use to show the actual design. :) If you are looking for a quick comfortable sew this is definitely the pattern for you.

Whimsy Couture Pattern Review - Sweet Baby Doll Dress

Whimsy Couture just released it's newest pattern, the Sweet Baby Doll Dress and it is so stinkin' cute! Abby wore it all day yesterday and got compliments everywhere we went. Miss Abby is wearing the size 6 with 2 pettiskirts underneath. She said she HAD to have the poof with this dress. I can't say that I disagree. 

This dress is actually pretty simple and quick to sew but had stunning results. There are no zippers or buttons which makes this a great easy on easy off dress. That's a win in this family.

The top is elastic all the way around and the 'sleeves' have ribbon that runs through then and ties in the back. Since I used lace as my top ruffle you can see the fun ribbon peaking through the layers. I love the extra pop of color.

Here is the close-up of the ruffled layers. They are created by using a rolled hem and sewing the two layers on separately.

I think I'll just let this adorable dress and my Abby speak for themselves. Enjoy the picture overload. :)

I'll leave you with this picture of my awesomely silly little princess. This pattern is seriously a win for the summer. This would be perfect if you are trying to squeeze in a quick and beautiful dress for Easter.

Whimsy Couture Pattern Review - Enchanted Dress

A little while back I had the opportunity to test the Enchanted Dress by Whimsy Couture. It  is absolutely adorable and my littlest princess just loves it. I even ordered a pettiskirt to put under it to make it extra special. Can't wait for that to arrive.

The pro to this pattern:

• No serger required for the ruffles
• Easy to follow directions
• Super cute results

The cons:

• This takes quite a bit of fabric
• The ruffles take FOREVER

Okay, so those aren't real cons but more me being lazy. ;)

Abby is a very tall 4 so I went with the 6. She wears a 5/6 in RTW clothes and I probably could have gotten away with the 5 but now she has growing room.

I was miserable and cold outside so these were the best I could do for inside pics. Our house has horrible lighting. Anyone else have that problem?

This is a great dress for easy on and off self dressing. I'm a huge fan of that.

This is what you get when an over-dramatic 4 year old wants to stop taking pictures and put on a dance/show instead.

What is a princess without her 'horse'.

Just for fun here it is in B & W. This one I may just hang on the wall. (Once I fix my poorly photo-shopped floor vent that is. )