The new kid on the block is here!! Let me acquaint you
with Sansahash Patterns! Brainchild of Mgeni (formerly of Bella Sunshine
Designs) and Christine – sewer extraordinaire!
Their very first pattern release with Sansahash is
Kamaria. Kamaria is a versatile pattern, it can be sewn as a dress, top or
sunsuit!
This halter neck style pattern boasts a paper-bag
waistband ruffle option (go on, say that 6 times fast! LOL) The ruffle option
can be applied on the dress and sunsuit version.
The sunsuit has options for pockets, I did find them to
have a petite opening when using them with the ruffled waistband. However, my
daughter was able to get her hands in ok and there was room in them for a lolly
or 5!
Is your princess still diapering? No problem! The pattern includes the option to add a snap placket to the sunsuit crotch.
The ruffles can be completely omitted for a different
look (or a quicker sew!)
This is a pattern that suits adventurous beginners to
intermediate sewers. No one step is difficult, although certain steps can be
fiddly and need doing carefully. I’m talking here about attaching the
skirt/bottoms to the top...... I recommend plenty of pins and patience. The top
version would be considered a beginner sew, so if you’re unsure where to start,
give the top a go!
This beautiful pattern includes a full range of sizes, 6
months to 12 years (approximately.)
The tutorial is written clearly and illustrations of each
step make sure your garment is made perfectly!
Pattern pieces are layered (a feature I really, really
love!) So you only need to print the size(s) you need.
While I found this pattern suits those who have a serger
(overlocker) as well as a normal sewing machine, you don’t strictly need one.
If you use French seams or adjust your hems you can still create a professional
looking garment, inside as well as out.
Now, to the best bit! Talking about my sews!! (Because
come on, I know your here to see the photos!!)
During the testing process I actually sewed up 3
versions. The first one I accidently misread the skirt dimensions – completely my
own fault! So my dress turned into a little peplum like top!
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| My "stuff up" version |
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| Version Two |
The second version sewed needed refining a little, but is
still a good example – although I don’t have any nice photos!
My final reflects the actual released pattern and I just
love the way this pattern can be made to achieve different looks. I loved the
idea of the top bodice having a separate, almost blouse like look, hence my
choice of white poplin.
For my sunsuit version I wanted to pick fun fabrics which
would really appeal to my daughter (as she doesn’t love sunsuits!! But she
looks so fantastic in them!)
I love sewing the
Kamaria pattern, it’s so classy and really looks great on children of all ages!
Some of the tween testers sewed up some real beauties! And I can see myself
revisiting this pattern again and again over the years.
If you would like to see more or purchase your own copy
of Kamaria, please visit the Sansahash Etsy store HERE.
To join the Sansahash pattern group to find more
inspiration, see the latest specials and patterns, PLUS show off your own work,
please click HERE.
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