Growing up, one of my least favorite books (and especially the movie) was The Wizard of Oz, but when I saw this No Place Like Home Fabric(aff link) from Cloud 9 Fabrics, I couldn't resist ordering a few yards. I love how vivid the colors appear against the contrast of a black background. I decided … Continue reading No Place Like Home Shift Dress
Author: JessZ
Simplicity Tea Dress
I was at Hallmark earlier this month for a pop-up shop event, and one of the girls that works there remarked on May being the busiest month of the year. Y'all, she was right! Besides Cinco de Mayo and Mother's Day celebrations, we have been invited to birthdays, graduations, and various other events throughout the … Continue reading Simplicity Tea Dress
AGF Summer Basics
The cooler temps have stuck around a tad longer than usual this spring, and I am loving it! Although, that also means I haven't worn my spring makes very much either. I've honestly never considered a wrap skirt for myself in the past, but after a few students requested a wrap skirt class, I began … Continue reading AGF Summer Basics
DFW Locals Mother’s Day Gift Guide
I am thrilled spring has sprung!! Markets, festivals, and wildflowers in full bloom make this Texas girl's heart happy! Lo and I have enjoyed patio weather and shopping some of our favorite local spots around town the past couple of weeks in search of Mother's Day gift ideas. I know there are already so many … Continue reading DFW Locals Mother’s Day Gift Guide
McCall’s All That Glitters Wrap Dress
I finished my Anthro inspired wrap dress for my spring capsule this weekend, and it's love, ya'll. I initially planned on using a similar lightweight denim, but I couldn't resist those small metallic squares! I love the bit of sparkle they add to an otherwise simple wrap dress. I made the size 8, which calls for … Continue reading McCall’s All That Glitters Wrap Dress
Painting…Without a Twist
Over the past few months, I've received several messages asking for recommendations for places to take toddlers and preschoolers (besides the museum, library, and park) in the city, so I thought I'd share more about our favorite spots around town here on the blog. I love supporting other small businesses, and we are very fortunate … Continue reading Painting…Without a Twist
Spring 2018 Inspiration
February has been full of deadlines and getting over flare-ups, stomach bugs, and trying to settle back into a routine after an extra long holiday break. As a result, sewing has taken a bit of a back seat this month, except for finally finishing Jon's quilt top and prepping for the upcoming Flea Style Dallas … Continue reading Spring 2018 Inspiration
Bari J Blazer
I've taught various sewing classes for a couple of years now, and I am so excited to teach my first blazer class next month! I fell in love with the Bespoke Blazer pattern the moment I saw Lindsey's (@sewtogrow) post on Instagram, and I knew I had to add it to my class schedule for 2018. I … Continue reading Bari J Blazer
Cuckoo’s Calling Valentine Quilt
I never dreamed of making a quilt until we found out we were pregnant. At that moment, all I wanted to do was make that baby a quilt and decorate our house with all the quilty things! There's just something so cozy and inviting about a home that has quilts placed throughout. Unfortunately, I was placed … Continue reading Cuckoo’s Calling Valentine Quilt
McCall’s Ruffle Sweater Dress
We recently had to make an unplanned trip to Kansas, and if you follow me on Instagram, you know I made a new dress the day before we left. I love my Simplicity sweater dress, but I wanted something with a tad more design to take on the trip.I really liked this sweater I tried … Continue reading McCall’s Ruffle Sweater Dress