Thursday, May 26, 2011

The Cottage Home Little Girls Sew Along

So I've been wanting to do a "sew along" here on the blog for some time and have finally decided that it is time.  Our wonderful blog sponsor, Terri from Fairytale Frocks & Lollipops, is going to be sponsoring this sew along for us.  I was originally going to pick a pattern myself from her fabulous selection of little girls sewing patterns, but I decided I would let you all make the final decision.

I've narrowed it down to six patterns that I thought you all would enjoy sewing for your little ladies.  Surprisingly, I have never sewn from patterns from any of these companies, so I'm just as excited as you are to give one of these a try. 

Below are the six patterns to choose from (voting is in the left side bar of the blog).  Once the winning pattern is selected, Fairytale Frocks & Lollipops will make sure to order plenty of this pattern for all of us to participate.  You can order the pattern through Terri's shop and we will go from there.

Pattern #1: Oliver + S - Class Picnic Blouse and Shorts (Size 6m - 12 years)



Pattern #2:  Oliver + S - Seashore Sundress (Size 6m - 12 years)


Pattern #3: Pink Fig - Vintage Jane Peasant Top and Dress (Size 2T - 10 years)


Pattern #4: ZoZo Bug Baby - Maliya Dress (size 12m - 8/10 years)


 Pattern #5: Carina Gardner - Playdate Outfit (Size 2T - 8 years)


Pattern #6: Favorite Things - Little Bow Beep Dress (size 1 - 14 years)


So those are the six pattern choices and I would be happy to sew any of those!  I will be doing a series of blog posts and we will talk about things such as how to use a paper pattern, selecting fabrics, and many other tips and tricks along the way.  Basically we will be sewing this pattern "along" with each other.  Also, you all can feel free to ask me any questions you might have as well.  If you are new to sewing this is a great opportunity to learn how to use patterns and if you are a veteran sewer this will just be great fun.  I love using sewing patterns and I think you will too!  

If you think you might be interested in participating in this sew along with us, please leave a comment below so that Fairytale Frocks & Lollipops knows about how many patterns she will need to order once the winning one is selected.  

So, are you excited?  Hmmm......wonder which pattern you all will choose?  Can't wait to see!

**The voting is in the left side-bar of the blog, underneath my picture and "welcome" blurb.  Voting in the comments will not be counted, so please make sure you vote in the poll on the side-bar of the blog. Thanks so much!**
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58 comments:

  1. EmileeMay 26, 2011 at 5:48 PM

    Love pattern 1, it's something a little different than you see all over the place. I'd be interested!

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  2. CathyMay 26, 2011 at 5:48 PM

    I like the picnic blouse and shorts, but it's hard to tell if the shorts are the "shortie" shorts that seem to be so popular. I wouldn't want to make them if they are really short.

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  3. UnknownMay 26, 2011 at 6:00 PM

    No, I saw the shorts at the Oliver + S booth at quilt market and they definitely looked to be a modest length. I'm definitely not a fan of super-short shorts on little girls. Oliver + S seems to have very classy patterns, so I'm sure we'd all be safe with that one!

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  4. UnknownMay 26, 2011 at 6:45 PM

    I love Carina Gardner's Play Date outfit. My 6 year old niece would look so cute in that and the flower is so in vogue! I haven't made many clothes but anything for my girl!

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  5. CathyMay 26, 2011 at 7:15 PM

    I'm so excited you are having a sew-a-long. I'm new to sewing so this will be very helpful.

    I let my daughter pick the pattern. She loves Pink Fig - Vintage Jane Peasant Top and Dress .

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  6. SharonMay 26, 2011 at 7:19 PM

    I love sew alongs! Anything Oliver + S would great. Both of these patterns I still need to buy so a good excuse to order them. ;)

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  7. KarenMay 26, 2011 at 7:29 PM

    Count me in! Yeah! It sounds like fun.

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  8. TheGeerlingsMay 26, 2011 at 7:43 PM

    I'm in! I like the first and last choice. Voted for the last one, but saw there is a lot of interest for the first one. I have 3 little girls to sew for. Can't wait!

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  9. am12pmMay 26, 2011 at 7:53 PM

    Depending on the timing, I may be interested in sewing along!

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  10. rMay 26, 2011 at 8:27 PM

    love sewing for my kids and this sew along is just what i need to stay on track for summer wear :) (kind of slacked during kcwc) thanks for the opportunity to learn more about sewing with patterns as well!

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  11. ashleyMay 26, 2011 at 8:38 PM

    love this idea - i SO need to learn how to "read" patterns!

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  12. AnonymousMay 26, 2011 at 8:38 PM

    I'm in for whatever wins. My vote is for the play date outfit.

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  13. Rebecca@This Present LifeMay 26, 2011 at 9:08 PM

    I've never sewn from a pattern before, but I've been dying to make some clothes for my daughter (she's 2). This sounds like a lot of fun!

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  14. BriannaMay 26, 2011 at 9:08 PM

    Oh how fun!! Count me in! I think I like the play date outfit the best! They all are super cute though!

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  15. GinaMay 26, 2011 at 9:20 PM

    So cute! Hoping to play along...this would be my first ever sew along. :)

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  16. KimMay 26, 2011 at 9:22 PM

    Definitely Pattern #3. Pink Fig!

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  17. OliviaMay 26, 2011 at 9:44 PM

    This looks like so much fun Lindsey! Will definitely sew along. Can't wait to see the results!

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  18. OliviaMay 26, 2011 at 9:46 PM

    Oh, and I picked the playdate outfit because I think the top would make a wonderful dress too if it was lengthened! Very versatile pattern!

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  19. LisaMay 26, 2011 at 10:05 PM

    I like pattern #5 Playdate outfit. This will be my first sew along and I'm excited. Count me in.

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  20. AnonymousMay 26, 2011 at 10:12 PM

    I have the Oliver + S picnic blouse and short set pattern sitting on my shelf. It's crying out for me to make, but I've been too nervous! This would give me the push!!!

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  21. hclehnigMay 26, 2011 at 10:51 PM

    I love #5, playdate outfit. My granddaughter would look great in that outft!

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  22. Evelene SMay 26, 2011 at 10:57 PM

    Oh I definitely would like to participate.

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  23. ChristineMay 26, 2011 at 11:25 PM

    I'm going to be the first one to vote for the O+S Seashore dress. Give me an excuse to buy it! :)

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  24. UnknownMay 27, 2011 at 12:25 AM

    Count me in! i'm interested too..!

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  25. RachelMay 27, 2011 at 1:10 AM

    Love the patterns - I'll play!

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  26. AnonymousMay 27, 2011 at 3:27 AM

    I would love to be a part of it too!

    RAchel Wells
    rachel@charliewells.com.au

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  27. Bless by ToneMay 27, 2011 at 5:39 AM

    I want in - and I will vote for my favorite (is it even possible to only choose one?) Tone

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  28. PaulaMay 27, 2011 at 5:42 AM

    I pick nr 1!! I love it! Can't wait to see the results! :)

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  29. AdrianaMay 27, 2011 at 5:57 AM

    Sounds like a lot of fun!

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  30. LynnMay 27, 2011 at 6:46 AM

    I'm in...would love a clothing construction sew along as opposed to using a piece of clothing that fits my child as a patten

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  31. TammyMay 27, 2011 at 7:50 AM

    I like options #1 & #2 the best. I think I'll be able to participate!

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  32. HeatherMay 27, 2011 at 8:19 AM

    This is perfect! I've been sewing a ton of clothes for my niece lately and I would LOVE to participate in a sew-along.

    I like patterns #3 and #5.

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  33. The Sewing DorkMay 27, 2011 at 8:20 AM

    I like no. 1 and no. 6... hard to choose.

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  34. KimMay 27, 2011 at 8:43 AM

    The patterns are very cute! I would love to sew along!

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  35. Kelly IreneMay 27, 2011 at 9:04 AM

    I have been wanting to try an Oliver & S pattern for a while, and I really like #1. I am 90% sure I'll join if that's the one that wins ;) This should be fun!

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  36. Nancy EMay 27, 2011 at 10:14 AM

    Wonderful idea! It was almost impossible to choose just one to vote for. This is a situation where, no matter which I vote for, I can't lose. I'll be happy to make whichever wins. Count me in for the contest.

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  37. DebbieMay 27, 2011 at 10:44 AM

    I have just begun sewing for my granddaughter and still have a lot to learn. The Playdate outfit is adorable, and something my granddaughter would enjoy wearing. I would love to sew along with everyone!

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  38. nicferranMay 27, 2011 at 11:03 AM

    First real pattern and first ever sew-along. I'm sooo excited!

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  39. RebekahMay 27, 2011 at 11:13 AM

    I would like to be counted in on this sew along. Love most of the patterns.

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  40. AnonymousMay 27, 2011 at 12:09 PM

    I can't wait, my first sew along.

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  41. KayleneMay 27, 2011 at 1:13 PM

    I'm pretty positive I'll join as long as the playdate outfit doesn't win. It's super cute, but my daughter is too big for that pattern. :)

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  42. LeahMay 27, 2011 at 2:32 PM

    I'll definitely do it if the Oliver+S top and shorts wins; I've been wanting to sew that for a while but not got around to it, and my daughter needs me to make her something that isn't a dress for once...

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  43. Ryan Roth PhotographyMay 27, 2011 at 4:37 PM

    Hi,
    I would absolutely LOVE to participate with the Sew Along! What a great idea for a new "sewer" like me.

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  44. AmberLouMay 27, 2011 at 5:11 PM

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  45. AmberLouMay 27, 2011 at 5:15 PM

    I love the playdate outfit... but it's too big for my little girl... I'll play along anyway! :)

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  46. LizMay 28, 2011 at 10:30 AM

    I'd love to join the sew along!! :-)

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  47. Avery's MamaMay 28, 2011 at 11:33 AM

    I can't wait to see which one wins!

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  48. StaciaMay 28, 2011 at 3:15 PM

    Oh, It is hard to pick. I am a new sewer and am interested in sewing along with you. I can't decided between 1,2 or 5 but will place my vote before the end. Great idea, Thanks!!

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  49. meganjapan84May 30, 2011 at 4:48 AM

    I adore Pattern #1! I know plenty of little girls I would want to make it for! Please choose that one!

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  50. AnonymousMay 30, 2011 at 8:41 AM

    I have two little girls who love to play outside so I vote for the Oliver + S Picnic blouse and shorts.

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  51. AnonymousMay 30, 2011 at 9:17 AM

    I like the oliver and s and the zozobugbaby dress :)

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  52. AnonymousMay 30, 2011 at 9:26 AM

    hi.. i have made the oliver shorts...they are darling...and the directions so easy to follow..but i really want to make the seashore dress by oliver and s...ann

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  53. TheFancyFritterMay 31, 2011 at 12:52 AM

    Very fun! I have been very busy with sewing for the new coming baby, but this would be so fun to take a break & participate! Hope the playdate outfit pattern wins! I love that design! Thanks, Lindsay!

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  54. AnonymousMay 31, 2011 at 7:32 AM

    This will be my first sew along and I have decided to get my 3 daughters involved. They picked pattern #3 - Vintage Jane Peasant dress and top. I have used the Oliver + S patterns and they are great, easy to follow patterns.

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  55. AnonymousMay 31, 2011 at 1:48 PM

    Pattern #3: Pink Fig - Vintage Jane Peasant Top and Dress (Size 2T - 10 years)

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  56. EmileeMay 31, 2011 at 2:54 PM

    The more I look at the first pattern the more I like it..you can make the top longer and have a dress for the fall, you can shirr the sleeve for another look, or make them shorter for a short sleeve look. The shorts have a little more design than your regular shorts and after reading the directions it's easy to do, it's all faux work.

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  57. mary pichottaMay 31, 2011 at 7:12 PM

    I would love to do the sew along, sounds like fun.

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  58. HeidiJune 1, 2011 at 2:28 PM

    I would be interested in the sew along. I love to make things for my little girl.

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