Greetings sewer! Let me show you four of my latest sews from PDF pattern label - Foo Foo Threads. Foo Foo Threads was actually one of my very first PDF pattern finds and with great deals on bundles, I quickly snapped up three patterns!! Approximately three years on, here I am, honoured tester for the newest three (technically four) Foo Foo patterns!
Meet Clementine, no no, not the delicious citrus fruit! But the very latest vintage inspired dress pattern by Jocelyn of Foo Foo Threads!
This delightful pattern includes sizes 6 months to 10 years and suits intermediate sewers.
If you choose to omit the flutter sleeves, then a confidante beginner could easily whip a Clementine up! The trickiest part is assembling the sides and flutters. Take your time, mark your notches and keep to the seam allowances and you'll do just fine!
I'm a big fan of ruffles and flutters, so those gorgeous flutters just really set this dress off! For older girls, a collar with no flutters would look super smart too!
Now the best feature (says me) of Clementine would have to be that amazing back detail! I love the back ties and with the lower back elastic, it makes this dress adjustable which means it will last.
That means that sweet collar comes in with second best feature prize (again, also my personal opinion here!) However, if you'd rather leave it off, then please do!
I also opted to add the optional sash tie.
You have two options for skirts - full circle or (as I did) gathered rectangular. This was due to my limited fabric and the directional print. Both options are stunning!
The best way to dress your child in Clementine (and with a lot of other - not just Foo Foo dresses) is to have your girl step in from the top and pull up and pop her arms through - then tie up!
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| Can you spot Peppa? hehehe |
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If you would like to see more amazing tester photos and/or purchase your very own copy of Clementine, do so HERE
Buttercream Icing Dress & Headband Pattern
This sweet layered, princess-style dress pattern is the perfect solution when your very own princess requests a dress with a difference!
Buttercream Icing has gorgeous puff sleeves, sweetheart neckline, princess seams, optional sash and a triple layered skirt.
Not only do you get a gorgeous dress pattern, but also a fabric rose brooch or headband pattern!
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| With plenty of gather, this skirt is super twirly! |
Buttercream includes sizes 6 months to 10 years and suits advanced beginners.
No one part of this pattern is all that difficult, although it is a labour of love! So set aside an evening or two to complete this number.
My Buttercream Icing was Elsa themed by request of Miss A - who at 3 has recently discovered the delights of Frozen!
You can choose to shirr the back of your dress (as I did) or if shirring isn't something you wish to tackle, there are instructions to make elastic casings.
My version is sewn from printed satin, with a plain satin sash, but this pattern suits a range of different fabric types from quilters cotton and poplin to taffeta and more!
The fabric rose is another little bonus that I really enjoyed making!! I chose to use a glue gun to create the roses I made for the headband and sash, although you can hand stitch them.
This dress is in high rotation and will be a real winner with your little girl! To see more tester photos and purchase the Buttercream Icing & Headband pattern, please click HERE.
Marley Pants & Camille Top
Before our Aussie weather took a cool turn - still fair although not beach weather any longer! I was able to test the Marley pants and Camille top!
The Marley pants are for woven fabric and come in capri and full length
The Marley pants have amazing button plackets which are prime to feature some gorgeous buttons! (You know how I love buttons!! Squeeee!!)
Sizes 6 months to 10 girls included in this pattern, and with a comfy elastic waistband they make a snappy but flexible pair of pants.
I chose to add ribbon along the top of my Marley pants ruffle, but lace, ric rac or other feature trim would really set these pants off.
To go with your stunning Marley pants is this really cute top! The Camille!
Designed for knit fabric - although ruffles and flutter sleeves can be made using wovens, this is a great pattern to start with if your still new to knit fabric.
Camille can be sewn with short flutter sleeves - as I have done or with long sleeves, with or without flutters.
Camille is also made with sizes 6 months to 10 years included.
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| It was a stunning calm day at the beach, but sadly the water was filled with stinging jellyfish!! |
Camille has the option to add in a back keyhole closure if your knit isn't highly stretchy or your little one has a larger noggin (Aussie for head!)
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| Headband pattern by Mummykins & Me |
I love this pairing, although these patterns are available as a bundle, you may also purchase separately.
To share all your Foo Foo creations, ask Foo Foo questions or be inspired, please join the Foo Foo Threads Sewing Enthusiasts Facebook Group!
Now just leaving you with some little treasures I spotted at the beach! This is the Leeuwin - a replica sail boat.
Now this little delight was actually really tiny! Half an inch in size with another tiny shell inside! I was enraptured! (I may be a legitimate weirdo - I know! But there you go! It's the small stuff!)
Until next time friend, happy sewing!
~ Zoe ~
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