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      • Looking for a Fun New Project? Sew a Stuffed Animal for Your Little One and an Outfit to Match!
      • More Heirloom Dabbling
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      • Guest Post by Margy Hood: Lessons Learned
      • Three Yards of Fabric…
      • Coordinated Christmas
      • Tailgating Attire
      • Children’s Corner Maggie: The Smocking Saga…
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      • The Nap Dress Hack
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      • Shirring-big take aways.
    • Infant Sewing Tutorials
      • Knit Nightie…with attached mittens!
      • Children’s Corner Jamie…in knit!
      • Convert any Gown into a “Converter”
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      • Banded Pants Tutorial
      • Ikatee Patterns Louise, Double Gauze Tips and Tricks
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      • Children’s Corner Taylor and Katina Bubble Mash-Up
      • Children’s Corner Katina Modification:Spring Flowers
      • Collar Tips and Tricks
      • Smocking A Bishop Straight-Pleat First.
      • Smock ’em Straight
      • Children’s Corner Eleanor/April Hack Draper James…yes please!
      • Add a Pleat to a Yoke Dress or Bubble
      • Modify the Children’s Corner Robert into a jumper!
      • Harper + April Mash-Up
      • Creations by Michie 123 Hack: My Favorite Sunsuit
      • Creative Needle Easy Sunsuit: Overalls Part 2
    • Part One of Sewing Curriculum: Beginner Sewist? Start Here.
    • Part Two of Sewing Curriculum: Sleeves and Collars.
    • Part Three of Sewing Curriculum-Hand Embroidery and Smocking
    • Smocking-want to try but not sure where to begin?
    • Machine Embroidery Tips and Tricks. How to Babysit a Single Needle Embroidery Machine.
    • Attaching Gathered Fabric to Flat Fabric-quick tip
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        • Snips, Snails, and Puppy Dog Tails. What Classic Sewing for Boys is Made Of!
        • Tips for Fabric Shopping Online
        • Ironing…the glamorous part of sewing.
        • Sewing Organization
        • Notions Organizer
      • Spring Sewing (and Shopping) Inspiration
      • Thank you!
      • Happy Halloween, Here’s a Freebie!
    • Activities For Children
      • Gemstone Quick Activity for Kids
      • Indoor Activities for Kiddos
      • DIY Play Dough Kit
      • Christmas Craft for Inspiring Sewists
      • Gift Guide for the Classic Child
      • Christmas Crafts for Children
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    • Smocked Tunic Pattern Downloadable PDF
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    • Dress Them Dearly Sunsuit Pattern
    • Dress Them Dearly Tab Pattern
    • Shirred Bishop Tutorial
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  • Blog
    • Pattern Reviews
      • Expecting a Baby Boy? Sew These Precious Pieces.
      • Creations by Michie Sun Suits-A Pattern Review!
      • Violette Field Threads “Spencer” and Tunic Bible
      • Snowdrift Nightgown Pattern
      • Children’s Corner Patterns Jamie
      • Children’s Corner Alex
      • Children’s Corner Robert Obsession
      • Creative Needle Easy Sunsuit-Overalls
      • Children’s Corner Alex
      • Smocked Bonnet- Southern Stitches
    • Sewing Stories
      • Looking for a Fun New Project? Sew a Stuffed Animal for Your Little One and an Outfit to Match!
      • More Heirloom Dabbling
      • Green Swiss Dot Sibling Set
      • Guest Post by Margy Hood: Lessons Learned
      • Three Yards of Fabric…
      • Coordinated Christmas
      • Tailgating Attire
      • Children’s Corner Maggie: The Smocking Saga…
      • Deer Costumes
      • Bulk Sewing
  • Tutorials
    • Adult Sewing
      • Australian Sourced, American Made. Sewing Up a Fun Blouse!
      • The Nap Dress Hack
      • Sewing with Wool Fabric, A Lovely New Sapporo Coat
      • Shirring-big take aways.
    • Infant Sewing Tutorials
      • Knit Nightie…with attached mittens!
      • Children’s Corner Jamie…in knit!
      • Convert any Gown into a “Converter”
    • Toddler Sewing Tutorials
      • Banded Pants Tutorial
      • Ikatee Patterns Louise, Double Gauze Tips and Tricks
      • Children’s Corner Bishop-Sleeveless
      • Children’s Corner Taylor Modification for Color Blocking
      • Children’s Corner Taylor and Katina Bubble Mash-Up
      • Children’s Corner Katina Modification:Spring Flowers
      • Collar Tips and Tricks
      • Smocking A Bishop Straight-Pleat First.
      • Smock ’em Straight
      • Children’s Corner Eleanor/April Hack Draper James…yes please!
      • Add a Pleat to a Yoke Dress or Bubble
      • Modify the Children’s Corner Robert into a jumper!
      • Harper + April Mash-Up
      • Creations by Michie 123 Hack: My Favorite Sunsuit
      • Creative Needle Easy Sunsuit: Overalls Part 2
    • Part One of Sewing Curriculum: Beginner Sewist? Start Here.
    • Part Two of Sewing Curriculum: Sleeves and Collars.
    • Part Three of Sewing Curriculum-Hand Embroidery and Smocking
    • Smocking-want to try but not sure where to begin?
    • Machine Embroidery Tips and Tricks. How to Babysit a Single Needle Embroidery Machine.
    • Attaching Gathered Fabric to Flat Fabric-quick tip
  • Lifestyle
    • What I listen to While Sewing…
    • Favorite Products
      • Gift Guide For Sewing Friends
      • Gift Guide for Smocking Friends
      • Sewing Favorites
        • Snips, Snails, and Puppy Dog Tails. What Classic Sewing for Boys is Made Of!
        • Tips for Fabric Shopping Online
        • Ironing…the glamorous part of sewing.
        • Sewing Organization
        • Notions Organizer
      • Spring Sewing (and Shopping) Inspiration
      • Thank you!
      • Happy Halloween, Here’s a Freebie!
    • Activities For Children
      • Gemstone Quick Activity for Kids
      • Indoor Activities for Kiddos
      • DIY Play Dough Kit
      • Christmas Craft for Inspiring Sewists
      • Gift Guide for the Classic Child
      • Christmas Crafts for Children
  • About Me
    • About Me
    • Behind the Scenes: My Photography
    • My Sewing Journey
  • Instagram
  • Shop
    • Smocked Tunic Pattern Downloadable PDF
    • Smocked Tunic Pattern Paper-limited stock
    • Dress Them Dearly Sunsuit Pattern (Paper)
    • Dress Them Dearly Sunsuit Pattern
    • Dress Them Dearly Tab Pattern
    • Shirred Bishop Tutorial
    • Terms and Conditions/FAQs
  • Amazon Favorites
  • Boy Sewing,  Infant Sewing Tutorials,  Toddler Sewing Tutorials

    French Seamed Sleeves

    August 5, 2020

    This post demonstrates the technique used to set in boy's sleeves using a French seam.

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    Its A Circus!

    August 3, 2020

    This post elaborates on the patterns, fabrics, and processes used to create a sibling set using Liberty of London's Isaac's Jubilee Lawn.

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  • Boy Sewing,  Girl Sewing,  Sewing Stories

    Children’s Corner Johnny, Mary De and Kathy Dykstra Diaper Set- A Sibling Set

    July 20, 2020

    This blog post is about the creation of three garments, each for a different sibling. The outfits are coordinated but can easily be worn separately.

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  • Gift Guides and Shopping

    Baby Gift Ideas

    July 6, 2020

    This post contains new ideas for baby gifts, some hand made, some purchased.

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  • Adult Sewing,  Tutorials

    Shirring-big take aways.

    July 2, 2020

    Shirring Tutorial and links to other blogs/videos on shirring.

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  • Adult Sewing,  Tutorials

    The Nap Dress Hack

    June 30, 2020

    This post describes the processes used to create an angel sleeve for an adult garment using shirring.

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  • Adult Sewing,  Girl Sewing,  Pattern Reviews

    Ikatee Patterns Louise

    June 19, 2020

    This is a pattern review of the Ikatee Patterns Mum and Girl pattern set.

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  • Activities For Children

    Party Favor Play Dough Mini Kits

    June 14, 2020

    In this post you'll find directions and links for making USA themed play dough kit party favors.

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  • Girl Sewing,  Pattern Reviews

    Ikatee Patterns Louise, Double Gauze Tips and Tricks

    June 12, 2020

    This post contains insight gained from sewing with double gauze fabric as well as images of the Ikatee Louise Girl Pattern.

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  • Gift Guides and Shopping

    Sibling Swim Outfit Ideas

    June 4, 2020

    I love to sew…obviously. But I also really like to be a mom too. When it comes to my most valuable currency these days, it is overwhelmingly time. So its often a tricky balance to figure out what needs to be sewn and what I ought to just buy. I usually go through a mental check list before I decide to buy… Can I make it for significantly less money than I can buy it for? Is the quality of what I make significantly better than what I can purchase? Do I have time? Is it worth it to me to have custom (often matching) items? Is what I make…

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    Smock 'em Straight: Smocking A Bishop Straight
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    Shirred Mini Nap Dress-How to Make One Without a Pattern.
  • DIY Throw Pillows: Sewing my way to New Home Decor, Come Join the Fun!
    DIY Throw Pillows: Sewing my way to New Home Decor, Come Join the Fun!
  • Smocking-want to try but not sure where to begin?
    Smocking-want to try but not sure where to begin?
  • Smocked Tunic Hack: How to Sew a Designer Dress Using the Smocked Tunic Pattern
    Smocked Tunic Hack: How to Sew a Designer Dress Using the Smocked Tunic Pattern
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    Collar Tips and Tricks
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    Trouble Shooting While Shirring. What to Try, When.
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    "Smocked" Adult Blouse Alert...This is a Good One :)
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    Smocked Tunic Pattern Now Available!
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    How Children's Corner Store can transform your Sewing Experience.
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  • Deer Costumes
  • Part Two of Sewing Curriculum: Sleeves and Collars.

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