Do you have certain colors or prints on fabric that just a put a little pep in your step and make you feel extra happy? I am definitely a big fan of pink and green and even more of a fan of fruit prints! They just scream picnics, summer, and being festive.
I received Raspberry Creek’s Spring line in the mail last week, and I have been happily sewing it up, especially since the colors and prints are everything I want to be wearing this spring and summer! For today’s post, I will talk all about the patterns I used as well as the fabric!
Sinclair Patterns Dakota Dress
This was my first time to try a Sinclair pattern. I was immediately drawn to the button front bodice on this pattern, but when it came down to it, I ended up not using the part of the pattern that caught my eye! I thought the buttons may get a little lost in the strawberry field, so I made my life easier and used the solid front option on the pattern!
The Dakota pattern comes in petite, regular, and tall sizes, and I seriously began doubting myself as to which file I should use. I am definitely in the petite range at 5’2,” but I have sewn for myself long enough to know that I have a standard 8 inch side waist and do not fit petite clothing on top. All of my shortness is in my legs, so if I make height adjustments it is only on my bottom half. In my doubt, I consulted my Facebook sewing friend Beth, and she confirmed my gut reaction. So, I downloaded the regular file and made zero alterations to the bodice. My measurements fit squarely into a US size 2 (the XS). On the skirt, I also used the regular file but took one inch out in length. Maybe I could have saved myself time and just printed the petite skirt and used it on the standard bodice? Either way, I LOVE how my dress turned out! The fit is just perfect!
It has an interesting hemline that goes up a little on the sides. It also has POCKETS!
I love all the pinks and reds in this fabric and the pop of green. It reminds me of Strawberry Shortcake! I also love that this dress works for everyday wear or can be dressed up with a cute bag, earrings, and the right shoes. Speaking of shoes, my friend Beth said I needed some red ones to wear with this dress!
Ellie and Mac I Love the 90s Dress
I made my middle daughter a favorite Ellie and Mac pattern of mine – the I Love the 90s Dress. I have this one printed in so many sizes for my daughters. This dress is also very aptly named because I remember loving baby doll style dresses in the early 90s.
The dress has a lined bodice and is really quick to make. I used a solid white cotton lycra to line this one. I think the part that takes the longest is gathering the top of the skirt. My daughter said she felt so pretty in this dress and wanted to wear it to a picnic! Too bad it has been raining all week and is so cold and muddy outside. I told her we would dream of the summer heat and wear our dresses again when the weather cooperates.
She was so excited that she has strawberry earrings that match her dress!
Chalk and Notch Waterfall Raglan
I made my youngest daughter the Waterfall Raglan by Chalk and Notch. I have made this pattern for myself a few times and was excited to try it out on her. She turned 2 last month, and based on her measurements I made the 18 month width and size 2 for height. She is still pretty petite, and I am glad to tell you that this dress is going to probably fit her until she is at least 3! It will just slowly become a tunic and then a shirt!
I used Raspberry Creek’s white cotton lycra for her sleeves and neckband and also made her some pink leggings in cotton lycra to wear underneath it to keep her legs warm. I love the contrast and how the pops of green go with my dress! I also love how she smiles now for photos!
When I got my package of fabric in the mail last week, my youngest helped me to open what I got on Instagram, and she squealed with delight when she opened this fairy tale print. I was so happy and relieved that she loved it just as much as I did.
She kept checking on the fabric in my sewing room for a few days after, and I had to watch her that she did not drag it off somewhere else. She was definitely more than happy to show off her finished dress for me!
Love Notions Vanguard Tee
The Vanguard tee is part of a pattern kit that also comes with a pants pattern. I made the tee for my boys because I love all the color blocking included in the pattern. It was perfect for the pirate swords print that they picked out for their shirts!
My oldest son wanted a V neck and short sleeve. I really like how easy the V is in this pattern because you overlap the pieces instead of having a line straight down the middle. It has a little more wiggle room for getting it on point that way!
My youngest son wanted long sleeves and was confused that I gave him the option for short sleeves. I tried to explain to him that I am trying to sew ahead and prepare for summer, but he was like “No, mom. You said I can’t wear short sleeves outside even just yesterday!”
The prints are just perfect for play!
Red rover, red rover, let Aaron come over!
I hope you enjoyed what I made! I am loving all the prints that Raspberry Creek has available in their spring line this year. They also had avocados, watermelon, and citrus! I just adore fruit prints!! I used cotton lycra for all of my projects, but they also have the same prints available on french terry.
Resources
- Patterns: Sinclair Dakota Dress, Ellie and Mac I love the 90s*, Chalk and Notch Waterfall Raglan, and Love Notions Vanguard
- Fabric: Strawberries, Fairy Tale main, Pirate Swords, solid pink, and solid white
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*Disclosures
This fabric was sent to me for free so that I could sew it up and show how the fabric looks when worn. I am so grateful for the opportunity to sew for them! Also, this post may contain affiliate links, which means I receive a small compensation when you purchase via my link. This does not cost you anything, and I genuinely appreciate the support. Any and all opinions expressed are still my own.
XO
1 Comment
Ml aguilar · February 12, 2020 at 8:56 pm
Absolutely lovely photos. Sharp photography.