Let's have a contest!

Hi everyone!! It's Tiffany here! I seldom write blogs, however we have a fun little contest I wanted to tell you all about!! Who doesn't like a fun contest?!  We thought it would be fun to choose a pattern that you will embellish for a new look! The bodice of Teagan's is such a lovely simple design and look however, we want to see what you can do to Spice it up!

 You could make this for a NEW back to school look, a birthday party, something to wear to church, the creativity is endless and if you are one usually afraid to step out of the box, now is the time to do it and learn just what you can do!

So here is what you will need to do :

First you need to go to our site and purhcase Teagans, here Teagans on our website

Here is a link to our Etsy store as well: Teagans on Etsy

Embellish the bodice! You could add ruffles, a bib, a flower, whatever you think will make your outfit pop! It's special touches like these that can take a simple design to the next level!

Here is where things get a little more fun! You have until September 9th at 11:59pm EST to upload your images to our wall on facebook! We will then add the images to a folder. Us CKC girls and our staff will together choose our favorite and announce on facebook who you are and share the image! You will also win a 3 pack of patterns from CKC!

We hope to have a bunch of you join in on the sewing fun and look forward to all your creations!!

Happy sewing!!
Tiffany

How To Tuesday: Sasha's Wrap Headband

YAY!! Its Tuesday so its time for a How To!

I know its a little late in the day but you are all in for a treat. After last weeks tutorial on how to add pockets to all your CKC designs. I decided a free pattern was long over due!

So with out further ado. I introduce Sasha's Wrap Headband.

You will find yourself finally using all those scraps you have sitting around! Oh and the best part of this pattern, is its a one size fits all! I know! My 15 month old and I are currently sharing about 5. And with how fast of a sew this is you can easily turn out a dozen or so at a time. Perfect for those that have craft shows coming up this holiday season.!

Well I'm off to finish dinner. We have friends coming over this evening so that gives you plenty of time to whip a few up and share with me on Facebook tonight! Who knows? Maybe the 1st person to post one on the fan page will get a free pattern!

Click here to download Sasha's Wrap Headband.

Happy Sewing Y'all!

Morgan



How To Tuesday: Adding Pockets

Who doesn't love a dress with pockets? Even as an adult I get excited and sometimes and do a happy dance in public when I find a dress with pockets for myself. Believe it or not, adding a pocket to any outfit is super easy. Soon, you'll find yourself adding them to all of our CKC patterns! 

So I whipped up this fun "How To Tuesday" with free pattern pieces in kid sizes and momma sizes too! You can shrink or enlarge them depending on how many gizmos and gadgets you are going to be stashing in there. I've got who's its and what's its galore. (ha, can you tell what Disney movie Ayla and I have been watching?) So I like my momma pockets extra large and what little girl doesn't want pockets?

First things first, follow THIS link and print off your pattern piece. Cut out 4 pocket pieces of whatever size you are making. It should look like the picture below.  

Then on the sides of your skirt, dress, or pants panel, place the pockets right sides together on the side seam as pictured below by measuring down 3" from the top for dresses and 2" from the top for pants. We should have one pocket sewn on for each side of both the front and back skirt or pants--4 pockets total.  

Iron all the pockets so they are facing outwards.

Line all the pieces together and pin in place. Next, sew down the top, around the pocket, and down the rest of the side seams. Turn the skirt or pants right side out and press. 

We now have pockets and we can  continue with the pattern as written!
Yay! Now go have fun adding them to all of your CKC patterns!

Happy Sewing Y'all
Morgan

How To: Princess Cuff Sleeves

Wow I cant believe what a fun week its been so far here at CKC! By the looks of the boards in our Facebook group, the princess trend is booming at the of this summer. So I figured today was a perfect day to get this fun and easy Cuffed Sleeve Tutorial up. Also would be pretty cute for sleeves on back to school outfits. Okay lets get started!

Your going to complete your dress as normal but when it comes to finishing the raw edge of the sleeves you will want to follow these directions to give your dress a whimsical princess look!

Step 1: We are now going to gather the edge of our sleeves. Set the sewing machine on the longest stitch length possible. Sew 1/4" down from the top of the top tier Do not backstitch at the beginning or end. Some seamstresses prefer to have two rows of stitching in case a thread breaks, however, if you use good quality thread and gather slowly thread shouldn't break!
 

Step 2: Now we use the following math to determine the size to cut the cuff.

3"x width of sleeve minus 5

So for example if you are making a size 4 your sleeve width was 15.75.

So your cut cuff piece will be 3"x10.75"

Step 3: We will now take our cuff piece and fold and press in the edges by 1/4" an inch on both long sides.

Step 4: Take the cuff and fold it right sides together, sew up the short side so that we have a continuous loop.

Step 5: Next we will fold the cuff in half enclosing all raw edges like pictured below. Pin and Press in place.

Step 6: We will now take our freshly pressed cuff and open it to slide the sleeves raw edge into the opening. and then pin in place all around the cuff. As shown below.

Step 7: Now we will carefully sew around the upper edge of the cuff inclosing the ruffled sleeve in place. Thus creating the perfect princess sleeve.

See I told you all it was a quick and easy tutorial that adds a ton of whimsy.! And besides look how cute it is on! Happy sewing Y'all!

Morgan

You can also use this tutorial with long sleeves like our amazing tester Nikki from Ruffles and Cuddles did here for an under shirt.



New Fabric Collection Consult

Hello everyone at Create Kids Couture! It�s Kimberly from Fat Quarter Shop and I'm excited to share our newest crop of fabric offerings with you!

We have adorable lines perfect for children's apparel and projects coming in constantly. Today we are going to highlight a few new collections that we think you will love!

Heather Ross has brought her magical imagination to life with a new collection for Windham Fabrics. Briar Rose tells the story of whimsical creatures, frolicking and playing in the Summertime. Have a taste of the sweetest strawberries or spend some time splashing around in a frog filled pond. These prints will inspire your creativity!

Taking a step in the fashion-forward direction, Nordika by Jeni Baker of In Color Order for Art Gallery Fabrics draws its inspiration from the sweet Scandinavian country side, with a mid-century modern twist. These stylish florals and graphic prints are perfect for your trendy teen.

Craving something sweet? Sweet Things by Holly Holderman for LakeHouse Dry Goods will satisfy your every craving. Doughnuts, cupcakes and even cherries in the cheeriest colors. These prints are perfect for quilts, apparel and household items like place mats and table runners!

Giddy up, cow-folk! Sasparilla by October Afternoon for Riley Blake Designs takes you down an old country road with a lasso in hand. Put on your best boots and get riding with this fun collection!