just a fun flirty quick project I found online! for you!!!

thought you might enjoy this fun project!  think I may try it too!

http://www.colettepatterns.com/files/free-patterns/colette-patterns-0001-bloomers.pdf

adorable ladies bloomers for a funfilled holiday season!!!  let me know how your projects are coming along!

Halloween Costumes!

About 20 years ago, two adorable little girls wanted to be a Princess & a Clown.  They were the granddaughters of one of my bosses and I gladly obliged!  All these years later, I pulled out the patterns and decided on the CLOWN!

I have to say it's been a hit!   If you had time to read my early October post, you may recall that Princess Tickle Feather modelled the Pink Princess Clown outfit.  She did such a fantastic job that I had several Clown Prince costume orders!  they went to Louisiana, Texas, New York & California....  can't wait for the Halloween photos so you all can see how cute these little ones look!

These little treasures have been made using  20 year old Simplicity costume pattern #0664. 

...hope everyone enjoys the rest of October & the beautiful fall weather!  have a happy & safe Halloween! 

Princess Tickle Feather does Halloween!

 I'm off to make the LITTLE BOY PRINCE version of this as a Special Order... Princess Tickle Feather did such a wonderful job modeling that the Costume is a HIT!!!

The Princess Witch wears a pink & black tutu and a tulle trimmed Witch's Hat with black satin ribbon ties!

and then of course, Princess Tickle Feather in her Fairy Princess best!

I'm off to the cutting room floor to cut some fabric to get ready to sew!  best wishes to all for a good evening & delightful fall weekend! 

Anita Dean Sews: sewing! sewing! crafting... getting ready for h...

Anita Dean Sews: sewing! sewing! crafting... getting ready for h...: sewing for baby! and more purses for Snow White & her ladies! tags for Alice & her presents! stockings to match every decor! and...

sewing! sewing! crafting... getting ready for holiday wishes!

sewing for baby!

and more purses for Snow White & her ladies!

tags for Alice & her presents!stockings to match every decor!

and napkins for holiday cocktail parties! 



holiday parties & giftgiving made eco chic & easy!      * * *      look for me at etsy.com/shop/AnitaDeanSews 



Busy... sewing! as usual... Halloween on my mind!

Rarely have I had the time to do Halloween costumes.. but my Princess Clown has inspired me!  ... thinking Witches & Princess Tickle Feather.... maybe a Fairy thrown in for good measure!  if you're patient... you may get a peak in a week or so! 


as always.. I'm sewing & enjoying every minute!  will have some new items to post in the next week... but in the meanwhile.. a few photos... a picture is worth.. how many words???  a thousand???



Pretty Pink "Grab & Go" Wrislet Purse to carry all her must haves in! ... especially that blackberry to keep up with class notes!   just put everything you need in a pretty little clutch & you'll be ready in a minutes' notice!



"Here Comes the Bride"  Wristlet Purse... she can keep tabs on the groom, caterer, dad & bridesmaids with the Droid concealed in a pretty Purse



Tea Pot Cozy to match your China!



Tea Cozy to Match my Kitchen!

Petite Cupcake Pincushion Favors!

Beautiful You Wishes!

Baby PomPom Hats for the cooler weather!

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presenting...Little Miss Prim

 

 

A wise person told me to "do what you know",  so I'm heeding that advice and present to you...  Little Miss Prim!  .. special occasion dresses for the Princess in your life!..starting with christening gowns and bonnets...  

                      adding some dresses and casualwear.. embellished denim skirts, sundresses and special order for the girlie gilrs!

maybe a Halloween Costume for good measure....

and ending in bridal accessories!

I've spent some wondeful time, enjoying every stitch while creating a small collection of special handcrafted  items for the Little Princesses...adding small details that make the all difference with extra love sewn into each piece of lace, snap, button and ribbbon!

I hope you find this a delight to look at, enjoy and pass on to your little one!

Please feel free to contact me via the blog or email for purchase info or at etsy.com/shop/AnitaDeanSews

Anita Dean Sews: a few new things...

Anita Dean Sews: a few new things...: "too tired to write.. so some photos for you! a photo is worth a thousand words! "

a few new things...

too tired to write.. so some photos for you!  a photo is worth a thousand words! 

Anita Dean Sews: having fun sewing lined and zippered small purses!...

Anita Dean Sews: having fun sewing lined and zippered small purses!...: " I'm finally feeling well enough to have some fun sewing again! Spring hay fever took it's toll this year and left me a little under the we..."

Anita Dean Sews: been super busy with Summer Crafts!

Anita Dean Sews: been super busy with Summer Crafts!: " it's been a busy few weeks... sewing! and loving every minute of it... rather sew than work or clean any day of the week! back to my purs..."

been super busy with Summer Crafts!

 it's been a busy few weeks... sewing!  and loving every minute of it... rather sew than work or clean any day of the week!  back to my purses.. gearing up for the late summer and fall craft fair season...

my gift to you... instructions I've found and changed to suit me a bit better!

Lined, Zippered Change Purse

This pattern makes a change purse that's 4" x 3 1/4" (10 x 8 cm).  By increasing the size of the fabric pieces and the zipper, you could easily make pencil cases, makeup bags or whatever you need a zippered pouch for.

step 1You'll need:

4 pieces of fabric that are 5" x 4" (12.5 x 10 cm)
1 lightweight dress/pant zipper (generally they're 7", 18 cm, long)
matching thread
sewing machine
steam iron & ironing board

step 2Zipper to first side

Starting with the outer fabric facing up and the zipper facing down, line up the bottom of the zipper with the edge of the fabric.  Pin zipper carefully to the long edge of the fabric.  At the sewing  machine, position the needle as far left as it will go (or use a zipper foot, just avoid catching the zipper teeth with the needle).  Sew along the edge of the zipper teeth.  A 1/4" (0.6 cm) seam allowance is provided.

step 3Lining to first side

Place the lining piece, face down, on top of the  seam from the previous step.  You'll be sandwiching the zipper between the two layers of fabric.  Sew along the zipper edge again using the same seam allowance.  **you may not be able to see the zipper, but you'll feel it against the edge of the presser foot.**

step 4Zipper to second side

Repeat the last two steps with the other side of the zipper and the remaining two pieces of fabric.
**Note : It's easier to sew the second half of the zipper if you reset the needle position of your machine to the far right and line up the zipper teeth to the right of the presser foot.  This way, the feed dogs will feed the zipper and fabric through in exactly the same way as the first side and things will line up properly when you're done.**  Reset your machine to the original needle position.  Press seam allowances towards the lining.

step 5Create the pouch

 Fold and press 1/2" (1.2 cm) along the bottom edge of the lining pieces.  Open zipper half way.  With right sides facing and seam allowances pressed towards the lining, stitch around the change purse leaving the folded edge open.  It's a good idea to reinforce (backstitch 3 stitches then continue sewing forward at the zipper and corners.  Turn right side out being careful not to poke the corners too hard. 

I did not create the above listed instructions!  they were found online and copied!  spend some time reading them before starting your project..  after the first few, it will be easy as pie!

I found this lovely retro fabric and decided to make some childrenswear with it!  so much fun with mini skirts and a set of matching sundresses! 

But my problem is I can't sew at night during a movie!  so I dragged a table into the library and set up a card crafting station!  You can imagine how thrilled the happy honey was... LOL!!!  but he didn't say a word... just smiled and encouraged me!  I bought some lovely digital downloads... on ETSY! of course!  and made some cards for the upcoming "special occasions"  in my life! 

and then made some Thank You Cards ... because you never know when you need to send one!

thank you all for stopping by & spending some of your valuable time!  I do appreciate it... xoxo

please visit me on esty at ...

www.etsy.com/shop/AnitaDeanSews

Anita Dean Sews: Today... a day for some summer sewing fun!

Anita Dean Sews: Today... a day for some summer sewing fun!: "I have some new patterns to play with. Yesterday, while shopping for the fabric for class on Tuesday... denim skirts! ... I picked up 3 new..."

Today... a day for some summer sewing fun!

I have some new patterns to play with. Yesterday, while shopping for the fabric for class on Tuesday... denim skirts!  ... I picked up 3 new McCalls & Butterick patterns while they were on sale at the local fabric shop... M5904 Fairy Costumes;  M5993 Childrens Hats Mittens Scarves;  B4822 Handbags.

so...  today, I'm off to the cutting table and sewing machine for some sewing fun!  

I changed my avatar .... hoping that it's a better sampling of my crafts and that you like it. 

 ...been playing with paper, making and designing cards...

 


mini cupcake pincushions.. a new series coming soon!  made into wristlets for ease of use ...



... some recent hair accessories...  roses and rosettes!