Nelia Top and Dress pattern review

Another post about the Nelia in less than a day you say? Absolutely! This pattern deserves it. Like all the patterns from Popolok Designs, it is awesome! And this time I have pictures to share :) I've been waiting anxiously to be able to post them. So glad the day is finally here!

 

Isn't it lovely!

These are very well made patterns. I can't say enough about them. Alviana has great attention to detail and it shows through in her work. Each pattern has a full tutorial with pictures in the PDF. She makes even more advanced techniques seem simple. I feel a even beginner sewist could follow along and create great beautiful garments with Popolok Designs. 

Options, oh so many options! The Nelia Top and Dress can be made sleeveless, with puff sleeves, long sleeves, tie-bow collar, peter pan collar, no collar, peplum top length, mid dress length, or maxi dress length. Whew, that was a mouthful! I made mine a sleeveless peplum top with a tie-bow collar. And since it was about 85 degrees here in southern Oregon today, it is perfect. It will be loved all summer I'm guessing. I can even see it layered over a long sleeve shirt this fall. Sweet!

The girl loves flowers!
I just love the fit of this top. Keilana can move freely, yet it's not so big that she swims in it. There is a fine line between a good ease and too big. Know what I mean? This top is exactly where it should be.

Don't forget, there is a coupon code for 20% off everything in by Popolok Designs. Use the code "Nelia". But it is only good for 24 hours after the pattern release. She has a pick any 3 pattern bundle for only $11.99. Then you get 20% percent off that! What a deal.

These opinions are completely my own. I do not get anything in compensation for sharing this. I just really love these patterns ;)

Knit Prefontaine Shorts - Ooga cuteness!

As promised, here is the Prefontaine Shorts made with knit fabric! The pattern calls for Woven fabric for the main part of the short. So when thatmoxiegirl asked if anyone would like to try the pattern in knits I jumped all over it. Rules be damned, right?

The pattern really lend itself nicely to knit fabric. It has a classic, comfy style...with a wonderful retro feel. I made a size 4 length with a size 3 width for my little booty girl. It gives her lots of freedom of movement. Which she gladly demonstrated when I asked her to show me the side.

I was chasing her all over the yard!

Finally, a side shot you can see pretty good. Thanks for distraction Nana and helping keep her still for more than a second. Notice the super cute "handmade" tag? Got this from my divas. Love you mamas ;)

These were made with this uber cute Ooga Booga interlock knit fabric. 

Oh, walking foot where have you been. It has been a while old friend. I have to confess I was cheating on you with woven fabrics.

Ahem, sorry you had to witness that. I found my love of knits with my walking foot. It is one of my favorite tools. That and my handy dandy twin needles! You can see them being used on the pocket line. It gives such a nice finish that will actually stretch...much like a cover stitch but without the need for a whole different machine.

If you are new to knits there is a whole bunch of great resources on the internet. Girl Charlee has a nice one here. Made has one here. Luvinthemommyhood has a round up of tutorials, tips, and tricks here. And Made by Rae has a whole series on it here. Can't forget Kitschy Koo who has the most amazing euro knits...and a cool tutorial for binding with knits. All right here.

Don't be afraid of the knits! Check out the above sites and if you still have questions I would be happy to answer them ;)

Nelia Top released!

Popolok designs just released the Nelia Top & Dress pattern! Woohoo! I can't wait to show you the pictures of the one I made Keilana. One of the best parts about this pattern is options, options! And adorable factor is off the chart! And, to top it off, she is offering 20% off anything in her store (doing my happy dance), just use the code Nelia. But be sure to come back and share your beautiful creations.That's all for now. Pictures coming soon ;)

Knock it Off

Happy May Day! 

Today is the start of the Knock it Off series over at Elegance & Elephants.

 Each day a different blogger/ sewer will share their knock offs of great looks by often expensive designers/brands. The line up is freaking AMAZING! I'm drooling just thinking about it. Heidi has invited everyone to do our own knock offs. We can add our creations to the Flickr pool and she will feature them on her blog! Awesomesauce :) Now I just need to decide on a look to recreate. Any suggestions? Maybe we could vote if I find a few good ideas?