Sew & Crafts and More...: 2013

Tuesday, December 3, 2013

Pink Flower made with Satin Ribbon

Another accessory creation you can choose to have it as a pin, head band or barette.

Approximately 5 inches wide, it costs SGD 8.00 and comes with a pretty box.

Contact me to order ;)

Monday, September 23, 2013

Cotton Pink Dress for Children

SGD19.00 (FREE Local Delivery)
+ SGD4.00 (Worldwide Shipping)

Materials: Cotton, ribbon, elastic thread
Size: 2 - 3 years old
Length from shoulder: Approx. 25 inches.

This is the new peasant dress I made. Using cotton, my favorite fabric, I added gathered ruffles to the bottom. Shirring for the neck and cuffs and ribbon to tie to the back.

Sunday, September 22, 2013

Little Girls Big Style

LITTLE GIRLS BIG STYLE

AUTHOR: Mary Abreu

This is my first book of patterns. I chose this because of the simple designs for beginners like me ;) I love the fact that it works mostly with cotton fabric (as I find it the best fabric to work with). It comes with patterns which I feel is really easy to follow and cut. And also comes with sizes from sizes 2 to 6. My definite favourite is the peasant top ;) Hint: I didn't master sewing sleeves then.

Fleamarket stall at Bukit Batok Interchange

Today is the first day open stall at Bukit Batok Interchange. Tomorrow will be another. Alhamdulillah, sale pretty fair considering the lack of crowd. Most things sold were children's clothes, kids head band and soft toys. Some movement in the pins too :)

The girls became a little restless and bored especially during the afternoon sun shines through. Many were first timers and I met and chat up all of them :) (It's also a way to kill boredom and make some friends).

For me, no matter where I set up a stall... I rest it all in God to give what He deems fit. All I can do is make sure I place my stall display nicely, neatly and make it attractive. If it is meant to be good, insya Allah it will be no matter where or how the crowd is. Important, I tried :)

Tomorrow will be another day. Not too long compared to my previous experiences (many years ago). Only from 10am to 7pm. Not too bad :) Anyway, making the girls sleep now so that I can make a pin order for a customer to collect tomorrow. As usual, I make them at night when they're asleep ;)

Wednesday, August 14, 2013

Book Review: Teach Yourself Visually Fashion Sewing

Teach Yourself Visually Fashion Sewing

AUTHOR: Carole Ann Camp

Though I call myself a beginner, I actually am not a total beginner. The last time I touched a sewing machine (before I seriously started this hobby) was probably in 1994.

Sewing Dress for Little Girls

I am actually being a little ambitious this time trying to make not so simple dresses for my girls. One is a three tiered long dress in purple for my 4-year-old and another is a pink long dress supposedly like a princess (where I decided to put netting underneath to give that big puffy look) for my elder girl, 7 years old.

Coping with a newborn

Now that my baby girl is 3 months old, I do get my hands free about a couple of hours everyday. There are those days when she gets cranky and can't be put on to the mattress but then at times, I do my work in the wee hours.

Brother LB-6800 PRW Project Runway Computerized Sewing Embroidery Machine

Came across this great bargain for a Brother Sewing Machine. With so many accessories included and valued at $1,170. Now selling at ONLY $698!! How cool is that!

Brother LB-6800PRW Project Runway Computerized Sewing Embroidery Machine w/ USB Port and Grand Slam Package Includes 63 Embroidery Threads with Snap Spools + Prewound Bobbins + Cap Hoop + Stabilizer + 15,000 Embroidery Designs + Scissors ($1,170 Value)

Awesome Web Builder with FREE Hosting

I have always loved making websites for myself (for my registered business, Urban Athlete) and other businesses. One main thing for me is, the web host must have a web builder that is user-friendly and has many functions for customisation. Most importantly, FREE or at least affordable ;)

Maternity Leave

Guess I took (own) extended maternity leave. During the last trimester, I was really uncomfortable sitting or standing for too long. Probably due to the weight I had on when the pregnancy started. Cutting fabrics became quite a challenge too. Now that my baby is close to 3 months, she's still clingy especially during the day. How to make her quiet? She feeds (fully breastfed) and sleep while I carry her in the sling. Therefore, I could only do sitting down stuff. Hence, my online business ;)

Custom Order is Here!

I am pleased to announce that I will be taking custom orders for certain designs. There are several fabrics available and the designs will not only be limited to skirts. Will slowly add more designs as I make them ;) (Actually just completed a peasant dress but my little girl wants it. So, got to give it to her first...) No worries will be making peasant tops with long sleeve and maybe with matching pants too ;)

Front view

Back view (shirring)

Oops! Getting back to the point... Check out the Custom Order page now!

Tuesday, February 26, 2013

Cotton Fabrics & Baby Rompers

I am putting up some cotton fabrics and baby rompers for my Main Store. Do check back to the main store often for the new items ;)

By the way, if you are not comfortable to purchase via Paypal on this blog, feel free to purchase from my Main Store if it makes you feel more secure ;) Be sure to click on all listings tab to see all the collections.

Friday, February 22, 2013

Summer Tiered Skirt

SUMMER TIERED SKIRT
SGD 30.00

Code: SK04
Design: 4 tiered
Material: Cotton
Colour: Green, Blue
Pattern: Small Hearts
Length: Long

Sizes Available: (only 1 piece available for each size unless stated otherwise)

3 (approx. length 15 3/4")

To send as a gift, you may write the gift message during order checkout.

Go to Main Store

Wednesday, February 20, 2013

Green Banded Skirt

GREEN BANDED SKIRT

SGD ~~25.00~~ 18.00

Code: SK03
Design: Banded skirt without pocket
Material: Cotton
Colour: Green / dark brown
Pattern: Squares
Length: Knee-length

(only 1 piece available for each size unless stated otherwise)

2 (approx. length 9.5")

4 (approx. length 12.5")

6 (approx. length 15")

To send as a gift, you may write the gift message during order checkout.

Tuesday, February 19, 2013

Pink Ruffled Skirt

PINK RUFFLED SKIRT

~~SGD30.00~~ SGD20.00

Code: SK01
Design: Ruffles skirt with pocket
Material: Cotton
Colour: Pink
Length: Knee-length

Sizes Available: (only 1 piece available for each size unless stated otherwise)

2 (approx. length 10")
4 (approx. length 13") - 3 pieces
6 (approx. length 15")

To send as a gift, you may write the gift message during order checkout.

Go To Main Store

Monday, February 18, 2013

Cupcakes & Berries Skirt

CUPCAKES & BERRIES
~~SGD 28.00~~ SGD19.00

Code: SK03
Design: Banded skirt with pocket
Material: Cotton
Colour: Purple / Yellow
Pattern: Cupcakes / Berries
Length: Knee-length

Sizes Available:
(only 1 piece available for each size unless stated otherwise)

2 (approx. length 9.5")
3 (approx. length 11")
6 (approx. length 14.5")

To send as a gift, you may write the gift message during order checkout.

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