Quilting Bee Dress Sewing Pattern
Hello there! Before you read this post I should warn you that it contains photos of both sunshine and a beach. Consider yourself warned if you’re still buried in snow *wink*
This past weekend I escaped to Cancun. It was just a quick trip with my husbands office but it turns out that it was very much needed. A month of snow, ice and sub zero temperatures had really started to get to me. You may have noticed a higher than normal concentration of typo’s on blog posts lately. I’m convinced the cold was starting to mess with my brain cells.
We just barely got back and today I’m feeling jet-lagged, tired, cold and completely overwhelmed by my “re-entry” to do list, so you’re not allowed to hate me too much :).
Today you can find me over at the Sew Can She Blog as a part of their Sewlebrity Sew Along, talking about this dress that I stitched up for myself the night before I left for Cancun.
The pattern is the Quilting Bee Dress from the book “Just for You” and it’s made from some Cotton + Steel double gauze fabric.
Hop on over to Sew Can She to read more about my thoughts on stitching up the dress….and to look at a few more pictures of sunshine and sand.
The book features 24 projects that are designed to be made FOR YOURSELF!! There bags, accessories, clothing items and other really cute and fun projects.
As a part of the Sew Along I’m giving away one copy of Just For You. Just use the Rafflecopter widget below to enter. US residents who win, will receive a book, and international residents who win, will receive an electronic copy of the book.
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I can’t remember the last thing I sewed for myself. It may have been the re-usable shopping bags that are still going strong after 6-7 years! Although, those aren’t just for me really. Maybe it was the knit nightgown about 10 years ago? As you can see, I need to start sewing for myself, and that quilting bee dress is the perfect start!
I made myself a Jocole Quick Dress (top version) last night. I absolutely LOVE the fabric and pattern you chose for your dress!
I have not made myself an article of clothing in a long time. I plan to make some summer blouses in voile or double gauze. I used to make a lot of clothing but mostly work on quilts these days.
The last thing I made for myself was a skirt. I would love to make the blouse on the front cover of your book!
It’s been a long time since I sewed clothing for myself, but your blog has some of the cutest patterns I think I’m ready to try again.
I sewed an overnight bag and a few pouches to put in it! My first big bag sewing experience and I really enjoyed it and love the outcome. I may be sewing more bags up for the kiddos!
The last thing I made for myself was a summer top. I love the dress you have made, not too
short or low in the front! (I’m an old lady!)LOL!
I cannot remember what I made last for myself. I know I shortened a couple of skirts for myself recently. I used to make things for myself all of the time. I think I should get back to it.
I recently started a series of making Color Theory based quilts for ME! Have made 2 so far and have another one cut. However, I am in need of updating my wardrobe and need to sew some great tops and dresses. This book is just what I need!
I just made myself a new clutch. I can’t remember the time before that. Mostly sew for my kiddos and friends.
What a cute dress and I would love to make one too. Last thing I made for myself was a swimsuit and a gauze fabric beach cover-up. Yes, I would love to win!
I made a knit top for myself using AMH knit.
The last thing I sewed for myself was a wallet well before children came. Since then it has been stuff for kids.
The last thing I made for myself was a new apron
A maternity top when pregnant with my youngest son (26 years ago). Sew for my granddaughters, friends, and family.
I made myself a cross-body purse and now I’m making them for daughters’ preschool teachers as end of year gifts. 🙂
Eeek! That dress is so stinking cute! Love it and that book would be awesome since I’m new to sewing. Thanks.
The last thing I sewed for myself was a thermal zipper pouch to carry my epi pens in.