A blog of Sewing Sweetness. Pattern Reviews, Tutorials, and More.
Independent designers need sewists to test patterns and make sure they are ready for sale. Here I share my adventures in testing the newest patterns being released by some of my favorite independent designers as well as reviews on products from the sewing world.
This month I tackled what I would say was one of my more accomplished makes with the Joy Jacket Pattern. I’ve never had a goal or plan to make a jacket for myself, but I’m glad I hopped on board with the Chalk and Notch …
I’ve been sitting on this make for quite some time and now I’m able to share it. I will be part of a group a few makers sharing some Jennuine Design pattern makes. This Certified Jennuine Design makers will each feature a pattern once a …
I enjoy finding new fabric designers and creating just for the sake of creating. Today I’m sharing this post as a part of my involvement with SewingPortfolios.com. Sewing Portfolios is a free network that helps to connect bloggers, pattern testers, etc. with businesses …
I’ve been dying to order some woven labels since I first started blogging almost two years ago. I don’t really sell a product as I am mostly a blogger, but I still feel like I have a brand and wanted to be able to put …
Every once in a while I just have to do something quick to have the reward of a completed project. I’ve been working on several things, but none of them are completed and I was feeling like I was in a slump. Enter Harmony from Simple …
It’s been quite a long time since I’ve written any posts over on the Itch to Stitch Blog, but I’m always following what new designs and creations Kennis is coming up with. I happened across her testing call for a knit dress pattern. I was …
This is two posts for adult sewing in a row! Wow, I’m growing up these days. I definitely don’t sew for myself enough, but I’m trying to do better about this. One way to do better about this is to do some testing for designers …
It has been a LONG time since I’ve tested for Little Lizard King, but I’m glad I was able to join in on the Amsterdam test. You can read about my last one here. I think this pattern features some great things that some of …
How about this dress?! I happened to come across Simple Life Pattern Co. needing a few more testers for a dress a few weeks back. I was pretty swamped, but I just wanted to make this dress. I cranked it pretty quickly and hopped over …
I’m back with a new pattern release. I helped test the Peppercorn Pants and Shorts from Pumpkin & Bunny Patterns. If you are new to P&B, the patterns tend to feature fine sewing skills to create pieces that will last even if you don’t have fancy …