Bolt of Colors

I wanted to make something for Heather that I have not made yet, a lined coat or jacket. She selected this pattern about a month ago for me to purchase when we were at JoAnn's.

I could tell Heather wanted to have an outfit in the same fabric of my dress that I made just recently. She did not have to tell me directly.










This is officially the first lined jacket I sewed for Heather. I originally intended to give this to her gift wrapped for Christmas. Instead this became the "early" present. I wanted to have her try it on to determine how it fits her.


Pattern Description
From the Project Runway series: "Child's and Girls' coat jacket and hat". My description for this pattern: Girls' coat jackets with front and back yoke, double breasted feature and length and sleeve variations.

The pattern includes the croquis or sketch feature that allows you to select which design element such as the length of sleeves (long or three-quarters) along with the type of sleeve finishing (vertical tab and button, ruffled, band with button at end). I prefer the traditional way of patterns showing several views (A, B, C, etc) each with their unique design features already incorporated, while still having the flexibility to morph design features from two or more views. I found it a somewhat inconvenient to have cutting layouts separate for each design element instead of typically showing all the pattern pieces for a particular style.

Size
Girls' 3-4-5-6. I sewed a size 6 for my 5 y.o. daughter.


Fabric
Printed cotton twill with some stretch from the Fashion Fabrics Club.

Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?
Yes, for the most part, except for the vibrant fabric I used.

Favorite Features
* Pea coat style
* Pleated front and back
* Front and back yokes
* Sleeve variations: I sewed the three-quarter length sleeved version with a ruffled band or cuff on the bottom. In fact the cuff was really not ruffled. It really consists of 4 pleats made opposite the seam of the band.


Other Issues
* Directions for the lining are sparse. Some day soon I plan to study and use methods suggested by our fellow PRs instead of the simple version of "bagging the lining".

* I become apprehensive when attaching the upper collar to the lower collar (in the process of lining the jacket), at the large dots that transition to the neck seam and the front facing. I had to pay closer attention while pivoting at the large dots where the collar joins the neck seam. Yes, I confess, I am all to familiar with the bunching or puffiness of the collar at the neck seam!


Directions
*Overall they were sufficient and the illustrations were easy to decipher (except for the section on attaching the lining). It helps to read through the directions, noting the boldface titles of the design elements of interest (i.e. "...for coat", ".... for jacket,","long sleeves and sleeve tab", "three-quarter length sleeves") and following those steps. Otherwise, the steps apply to all of the given styles (i.e. "continue as follows for any coat or jacket").

*A note of CAUTION on making the pleats: make them from the correct or right side of the fabric. Oops! I did the front and back sections from the wrong side of the fabric (where I marked the pleats. But overall, such goof did not affect the overall style of the jacket. In fact, I like the way the back looks where the there is a center fold, flanked by a pleat. Otherwise, there would be an inverted-looking pleat at the center.

*The lining is constructed the same way as the outside of the jacket in terms of the back and yoke back except that the front consists of the front facings each to be attached to front lining piece. I had to take out two pleats so that the back yoke lining (cut on the bias) would not extend much beyond the span of the upper edge of the lower back.

* The directions for attaching the lining to the coat/jacket were sparse. The illustrations for adding the lining were unclear and insufficient.

* There seemed to be an error in the illustration showing the edge of the front facing being stitched horizontally, 1 1/2" from the lowest edge of the jacket. It was supposed to show the front facing, interfaced side up, right sides together with the front edge

*After the first fitting, my daughter felt constricted at the neck area (She does not like feeling constricted. Pullover sweaters are not her cups of tea. She's been like this since she born. I recall so vividly when she constantly freed herself from her blanket, arms and hands pop out, after being bundled for warmth and security). The space between the two ends of the collar, the front segment of the neckline, seemed to be a tad narrower in relation to the corresponding portions of the jackets on the pattern envelope. I could have used a smaller seam allowance when attaching the front facings, but details like this and more would be discovered after sewing the first version of this pattern. To lessen the constriction around my daughter's neck, I marked the points for the hidden snaps about a centimeter towards the center, thus making the yoke at the closure area a little off-center.


Modifications
*Used hidden snaps. I might revert to buttonholes. Heather had some difficulty aligning and securing the snaps.
*Used wild fabric



Conclusion
I recommend this pattern for a stylish coat or jacket for the little ladies you know. Since I am not a "speedy" sewist and tend to "overthink" things, I spent well over 10 hours on Heather's jacket. All the time and work are worth it to get a big hug and lots of smiles!

Little Superstar Citizens!!!

I was very happy to attend the kindergarten super citizen assembly or the kinder awards assembly at Heather's school. What parent would not be proud and excited to witness his/her child receive an award for doing well in school? Song and dance performances by the children were cute and sweet, but they seemed to be going on for eternity as I patiently await for the actual presentation of the awards!

Heather received her "15-week" super citizen ribbon and a pencil grip for being a super citizen for 20 weeks. She had received the 10-week certificate from an earlier assembly that I did not attend. It's nice that nearly everyone, if not everyone received an award. Then mysteriously in high school the athletes receive over-recognition, even those that do not have stellar academic achievement. It is very heartwrenching that many students do not receive positive acknowledgement and awards for excellent scholastic performance and/or being a well-behaved student.

There's Heather returning to her line after eagerly picking up her awards from the principal.

Santa Clothes

Fairy Tales and Wings Come True

Heather enjoyed Halloween Day yesterday! She reveled in playing a fairy during school, her dance academy party, and at grandma and grandpa's house.








Heather was worried that her costume would not be ready for Halloween day so that she could wear it to school and reminded me to finish it. She was nearly in tears a few days ago, before I went to work.

I'm sure she is proud of the fact that she helped in selecting the fabrics, thread and zipper when we were at Yardage Town. She could not wait until I finished sewing it so that she can actually start wearing it! Just before being able to add the zipper and Dora ribbon, I found her costume next to her while she was napping.

I did two "nearly" all-nighters to finish her costume. Her unforgettable response and excitement are priceless and more than worth the time and work I put into it!


Fairy Wishes Dora inspiration

Months before Halloween, Heather wanted to be Dorothy from the Wizard of Oz. Then she changed her mind after finding this pattern I bought probably last year when she was deciding between being a fairy and the Little Mermaid.




Pattern Description
CHILDREN'S AND GIRLS' FAIRY COSTUMES: Costumes A, B and C have darted, self-lined bodices, back zipper closure; costumes A and B are ankle length with long, gathered contrast sleeves; costume C is sleeveless with above knee contrast skirt; costume A has marabou head band and trim at neck and sleeve edges; costumes B and C have shaped peplums; pants D are below mid-knee with flounce; wings E are two-piece and have wired edges and VELCRO® fastener.

I sewed the view D fairy costume with flounced pants.
This costume's pieces consist of the front of bodice (cut 2), back of bodice (cut 4), front and back skirt (cut one of each), front peplum (cut 4), back peplum, top wing (cut 2), bottom wing (cut 2).

SUGGESTED FABRICS: Costume A, B, C, Pants D, Contrast 1A, 1B, 1C - Satin, Sateen, Jacquard; Wings E, Contrast 1A, 1B, 1C - also Organza, Novelty Mesh, Lame, Foil Dot; Contrast 2B - Felt. Additional Fabric may be needed to match stripes, plaids or one-way design fabric.

Size
Girl's 2-3-4-5.
I modified the pattern to approximate a "6". After completing the costume, I realized that the size 5 would have fit Heather better, but I did not want to worry about her having difficulty getting in and out of it.


Fabric Used
Satin polyester for bodice and peplum. Organza for skirt and for the wings. The wings were specked with tiny sparkly stones.


Favorite Features
*Petal-like peplum
*Vertical-darted bodice
*Self-lined
*Flounced pants
* Fairly easy to construct


Not-so-favorite features
* The method of zipper attachment specified (traditional) by the pattern directions
* The fact that the shoulder seams are sewn after sewing the self-lining pieces onto the front and back bodice pieces
* The opening of the pants flounce was much smaller compared to the circumference of the bottom of the pants.




Directions
*Clear and easy to follow, with helpful illustrations.

*I double checked that I marked the dots in the bodice to signify the starts and stops in stitching (i.e. armscye seams, the end of zipper)

* I sewed all of the vertical darts of the bodice pieces and their respective self-lining pieces. Then I each back bodice piece to the sides of the front bodice. The self-lining is constructed the same way.

* After adding the self-lining to the front and back bodice (right sides together) and turning the entire entity right side out, I stitched the shoulder seams where the lining was opened out. Instead of slip-stitching the closure below the shoulder seams at the back, I pressed and topstitched the entire armscye section approximately 1/16" from the edge of the seam.

*The front and back peplum pieces are sewn right sides together to their corresponding self-lining pieces, paying attention to sewing the seam to and away from the dot (above the split). I had to avoid my habitual backstitching or reinforcement stitching to prevent the bunching up at the corners.

*After sewing the front and side seams of the skirt together, I basted and stitched the peplum pieces, ensuring that the ends of the peplum align with the skirt seams.


Modifications
*Redrafted the pattern to approximate a size "6"

*Used a 9" zipper instead of a 12" as recommended. I trimmed 1" from the bottom so that the zipper stops at the seam of the bodice and skirt. I did not like the zipper to encounter the sheer fabric of the skirt. I used a lapped application method so that the stitching would not show on the outside.

*Due to a shortage of fabric, I decreased the radius of each pants flounce by 3/4"

*Added a satin Fairy Dora ribbon at the waist. Heather found this and asked that this be included in her costume.

*For convenience, omitted the wiring in the wings. Instead of velcro, tacked the wings at the shoulder seams. I cut sewing time by combining the top and bottom wings as one piece.

*I gathered the bottom of the edge of the pants so that I would able to sew the flounce onto it.


Conclusion
I recommend this pattern if you want a fairly easy costume to sew without the frills. I would not mind sewing the angel costume if the situation arises!

Twisted Hearts

I thought I would back into the "twist" of things by revisiting a household favorite, Jalie's twist top pattern!



The red, white, and pink hearts certainly brightened Heather's day!




She cannot stop smiling!


Flashing more pearly whites (except for her lower teeth: her two little lower front permanents are emerging)


Clifford was tickled pink, I mean "red!


Hunter flew in for some good cheer!

Copy cats!

Spots and Stripes

Just after purchasing more goodies from Joann's, I made more additions to our ever-increasing wardrobe!

Yeah! I just finished Heather's new "Cheetah Girl" dress. I made view B:







Here's Simplicity's attempt to attract little fans of popular tv characters that include Hannah Montana, That's So Raven, Lizzie MacGuire,and here, The Cheetah Girls!


Pattern Description
Girls' knit dress top, and shorts in two lengths. I made the view B dress (unruffled front).


Size
Girls' size 8,10,12,14,16.

I redrafted the entire pattern to achieve an equivalent of a "6".

I used gift tissue paper that I also use to trace Burda WOF pattern pieces. Party supplies store sell them cheaply by the bunch.


Fabric
Blue/black striped knit from Lucy's Fabrics.





Likes
*The sweetheart neckline

*The front band/placket with options. This was the first time I created and attached a knit placket (curved y-shaped piece or referred to as the "front band". I sewed the upper edge of the placket (right/correct side) to the top of the dress (wrong side), clipped curves and turned the band to the outside.

*The flounced bottom
*Easy to wear (no zipper, which makes putting and removing a breeze)
*Easy to construct


Dislikes
*The low-cut neckline
*Thin shoulder straps


Directions
The directions were sufficiently clear and the accompanying illustrations, in my opinion, provided further clarity and facilitated the construction. For instance, I found the illustrations for attaching the shoulder straps helpful. I forgot to mark the dot where the stitching of a shoulder strap's (folded lengthwise, wrong sides together)seam ended, just above the upper edge of the neckline, before turning it inside out.


Modifications

* I stay-stitched the interfaced placket (a curved-y shape piece)at the bottom edges to make it easy to fold and press under before I topstitched it to the top edge of the dress.




* Widened the shoulder strap 1" (Heather's dress school code specified "no spaghetti straps"). Just one change affected the construction logistics! I should have also increased the length of the back of the dress to accommodate for the increase in the straps. I noticed this when I sewed the sides of the front and the back. I became persistent! I was resolute to discover a way to make something work before I resort to re-cut the back section of the dress. I made a discreet tuck gradually leading to the upper edge of the back elastic casing at each side seam. I securely tacked the ends where the strap met the each end of the casing at the side seams.

*I used elastic thread to gather the upper edge of the bottom ruffle! I wound the elastic thread to a plastic bobbin, lowered the thread tension about a notch and lengthened the stitches to the longest possible on my machine. Wow! The edge of the fabric intrinsically self-curls! Just one gentle tug and voila, instant ruching that was so easy to adjust! Why haven't used this notion sooner? I have had this spool for many months now!

*I omitted the criss-cross top stitching at the bottom of the front placket/band. I added a fifth button



Conclusion
This pattern would make a stylish and easy to wear dress for any little girl. Just a note of caution that the chest area might run slightly roomy. If I had not resized the pattern and redrafted the shoulder straps, this really would have been a "quick and easy" project!

Pebbles is Home!

Heather wore her new favorite on the first day of school!



Here's Heather in my classroom, coloring while I was setting up for the new school year. She was very excited to start kindergarten. During kindergarten orientation on July 10, she was very eager to meet her teacher and classroom. However, the children and parents would be able to meet their teachers until the following Monday on the 14th between 1 and 2 pm. When we walked the kindergarteners-to-be to their jungle gym or play area, Heather immediately dashed to the slide and did not turn back to say even a little "bye". When I returned after the parent orientation with the principal, I had a little difficulty whisking her away from the jungle gym!


Oh, Pebbles and Wilma, I'm home!


After seeing and "flipping" over Shesflipped very cute top, I just had to make one and another!



Pattern Description
Women's twist front top with a spaghetti-style ties at the back of the neck, sleeve variations (sleeveless, short sleeve, three-quarters), an optional flounce along the center front seam below the bust, and an optional modesty panel if you are conscious about the low-neckline. I sewed the short sleeved version.

Size
Multi-sized child to adult. After making Heather's top (correlates to a girls' size "5") and seeing how easy it went together, I could not help but make mine right afterwards!



Fabric
Girly giraffe print in polyester/lycra jersey from Gorgeous Fabrics.

Directions
They are available on the pattern sheet and downloadable from the Jalie site. They seemed clear enough for sewists of any level. I relied on the illustrations when I thought the directions were insufficient or unclear.

The front piece (I cut 2 for the left side and right side)is curved below the armscye tapering into a large rectangular piece (panhandle-looking) that when cut, extends to near the entire width of fabric folded in half lengthwise. Referring to the illustrations before the twist step, there was what I call a "jump" notch located on the the neckline. I figured that this is the point where the neckline finishing stops for each front side.

The twist front is very simple to sew once I figured out that from the inside of the blouse, the left wrong side's under bust seam was created by taking the bottom curve and folding it into a sideways "U" or loop, matching the notches, and sewing right sides together, leaving a 2 cm opening from the center for the other front side to pass through. The under bust seam of the other front piece is sewn the same way, stopping as close to the twist as possible. The front center seam is formed by sewing the two fronts together below the twist. This is clear from the printable directions.


Likes
* I worked with only three pieces: the front, back, and the puffed short sleeve.
* Easy to make once I figured out how to create the seams under the bust and the twist front.
* The 3 sleeve options to get a variety of looks.
* The front neckline on Heather's version was very appropriate
* The neckline did not become wavy or gape after folding under the raw edge and made tiny zig zag stitches.
* Great style for any figure!


Dislikes
* I omitted the thin back tie since I did not care for it.
* The v-neck came about 1" lower then what I feel comfortable with. I wore a camisole underneath.


Modifications
*I redrafted the low neckline at the back by raising it about 3/4" to eliminate the need for the back ties.

*I raised the neckline by about 3/8". I wanted to raise it much more. However, I noticed that I would have to raise the under bust seam more to compensate later for the twist portion that would inevitably and naturally by construction pull down the neckline. Since I did not want the under-seam bust to be any higher, I could have left the neckline as is. Now I understand why Jalie includes the optional "modesty" panel.

*I omitted the bottom sleeve binding for the puffed sleeve version. I prefer the natural drape of the sleeves.


Would you recommend this pattern?
I definitely recommend this top which really comes together easily and quickly! The top can go from casual to dressy depending on what type of fabric you use and could easily be drafted to become a dress. Since this top does not take much material to make, it would be an ideal project for knit left over from previous projects.

Conclusion
Heather liked this twist top a lot(her first one) that she wore this top on her first day of kindergarten! Now, we have a new household favorite !Jalie earns a high mark for this pattern!




Seeing spots and a bit of stripes!

Digitalicious!

Heather's still wearing her numbers!



Sver-Integer Girl! She's on her way to becoming a Swedish citizen!



This is officially my second anniversary with PR! It's wonderful to not feel alone in my personal enjoyment of sewing/crafting! I enjoy reading and admiring many of the projects and learning many cool tips and methods (my bookmarked list keeps growing and growing!)- I wish I had the time to use all of them! It's especially nice to meet some new "virtual" friends.

From my very first PR review, Heather's Numbers Dress.




Pattern Description
CHILDREN’S AND GIRLS’ TOPS, SHORTS AND CAPRI PANTS: Loose fitting, pullover tops has flounce or ruffles; tops A, B have contrast front inset with purchased trim, shoulder straps with knot and back elastic; top B has self-fabric bow; tops C, D have self-lined bodice, tiers of ruffle with stay and button and buttonhole closures; straight-legged shorts or capri pants have elastic waist; shorts E have side slits; capri pants F have stitched hem; capri pants G have ankle casings with drawstrings.


I chose view "B" with the double shoulder straps having a knot at each shoulder.


Size
Girls' M-L-XL. I made Heather a "M" which corresponded to a girls' 7/8.


Fabric
Alexander Henry "What's Your Number?" cotton fabric from ebay. I could not find this fabric in online stores except from one seller at ebay!

I was inspired by Contrariwise's integer dress from the same fabric. I found the fabric on ebay for $8.50 a yard. Then I intensely searched the internet for this Alexander Henry "What's Your Number?" fabric. This is the first time I ever heard of this famous manufacturer for quilting cotton fabric. I did not have luck, but I found lots of groovy designs on several websites. So, I resorted to ebay and placed the next higher bid. I asked for more from the seller (5 yards!) and purchased 2 2/3 yards from what was remaining on the bolt. That's all she had left! It was better than nothing. I paid about $31 with tax and shipping.



Directions
The directions were satisfactory and sufficient. However, the directions and diagrams for attaching the inset and the front facing could be reworked.



Likes
I like the overall style: the little circle skirt, the inset, the elastic back and the unusual shoulder straps.



Dislikes
Attaching the inset was tricky! I had a some difficulty pinning and basting that poorly drafted piece (seemed larger than it should be) onto the front "V" of the neckline. The diagram for attaching the inset should be changed so that the inset be basted along the seam of the v-section of the neckline instead of simply across inset, below the upper trim. Trying to do it in reality was another story. Then I spent some time staring at the diagram for attaching the front facing over the inset from the inside of the dress. The diagram showed the facing from the inside with the left hand side already turned out, with the right hand side's edges attached to the neckline. I fiddled with the orientation quite a bit before the "aha!" moment.


Modifications
I made sure to have Heather try on the dress several times to adjust the back elastic and the length of the shoulder straps. She usually wears a girls' 5/6.

* I cut 2" from the back elastic's length that was marked on the pattern piece.

* I cut about 3"-4" from the bottom of the straps before stitching them to the back casing.



Conclusion
Despite my interesting experience with the inset, the dress is really simple to construct. I definitely would recommend this for beginners since there are no zippers, buttonholes, snaps to worry about. The circle skirt really adds some pizazz!

Vote For Me For President!

Heather chose this pattern:


She chose the little stars fabric and recently picked up the stars and stripes fabric (from le Wal Marche), which would be great as a contrast for the tie:

"Campaign" Buttons on the back:





Youngest female presidential candidate:















Pattern Description
"Children's and Girls' Tops, Dresses, Shorts, and Capri Pants: Tops and dresses have self-faced bodices, gathered skirts and back button closures...." I sewed view F, dress with contrast straps and contrast self fabric ties.

Size
Girls' sizes 3-4-5-6. I sewed Heather a size "6".

Fabric
Printed cotton from le Wal Marche

Directions
They seem somewhat cluttered due to the directions overlapping for certain views. But overall, they are easy to follow along with sufficient illustrations. If you have sewn dresses before, you could skim over the directions and rely more on the illustrations.

The shoulder straps are first basted to each back piece of the bodice at the marked dots.

When the bodice back and bodice front are sewn to the corresponding self-facing pieces (right sides of the fabric together, along the upper and armhole edges) there is an opening between two dots at the upper corners of the bodice where the straps are to be attached, and the back opening edges are stitched in a 1 1/2" seam which serves as part of the the back facing for the buttons and buttonholes. The fabric is folded twice over foldlines to self-face the back edge of the skirt for more buttons and buttonholes!


Likes/Dislikes
* I like the contrasting tie. I just wish I had cut four from the contrast fabric, instead of cutting a pair of the fabric used for the entire dress and a pair from the contrast fabric.

* I like the self-faced bodices.

* Heather and I were not too fond of the fully buttoned back. The dress reminds me of a little coat dress from the back! She preferred a dress that she can easily slip on and remove with minimal assistance.

* I did not think that the fully buttoned back collaborated well with a fully gathered skirt.


Modifications
I did not rely on the length of the straps. I had Heather try on the dress to make the necessary adjustments, otherwise the bodice would be too low for her.


Would you recommend this pattern? Would you sew it again?
I have mixed feelings about this pattern. I would sew the shorts or capris, but not the tops or another dress from this pattern. I prefer McCall's 5089 for a nice, quick and easy dress which, in my opinion, has a more appealing style for your finicky fashion fanatic.

Conclusion
The dress seemed to differ from the sketches on the envelope, but overall it's not very difficult to make. The contrast tie adds more character to the dress or top.

Sunny Diego Adventure

Yeah, Heather is ready for a new rescue adventure with her friends Diego and Baby Jaguar!


Heather posing behind a cafe along Wilshire Blvd on a nice, sunny day! Thursday April 11, 2008



Sing to the music and "The Beat Goes On"...

Chorus
And the gathers go round, the tiers go on
Needles keep pounding a rhythm to the plate,
La de da de de, la de da de da

The bodice posed no outrage, uh huh
Gathering has turned the page, uh huh
The three tiers became the thing uh huh
Needle bopping became the king uh huh

Chorus

Pattern Description
Child's and Girls' dress or tunic and capri pants. The dress has back wrap ties.

Size
3,4,5,6 I made the "6" and it barely fit over my 6 year old's head!


Fabric
Printed Diego fabric from le Wal Marche.



Thursday, April 10. Heather posing behind a cafe along Wilshire Blvd on a nice, sunny day!


Likes/Dislikes
I liked the upbeat style of this dress. The bodice and midriff give this dress a trendy edge. It also reminds me a little of those fun dresses used for square dancing.

There is something about gathered tiers that appeal to little girls who are at the stage where they like to play dress up. In the current fashion scene, I also see ruffles and tiers in outfits for us ummmm, "older" girls.

The dress has no zipper, which would make this dress simple to construct, but is offset by the seemingly endless gathering and stitching of the tiers! The gathered tiers took more time to construct, maybe because I have not made a dress with a lot of gathering in awhile!

The back of the dress is slightly loose for Heather, but the back wrap ties pull the look together. I feared that if the dress were more fit, she would have difficulty slipping it over her big head! She liked the dress and showed her enthusiasm by making several "spin" tests.

After basting the zipper twice and stitching the zipper per the instructions, the pants were still too large for my daughter!


Directions
They were clear and straightorward along with helpful illustrations for an advanced beginner and beyond. I made sure I transferred the dot markings (for the two located on the center front of the bodice where the left and right piece are to be stitched together, the strap placement, tie placement pocket placement for the pants)and notches to the cut out fabric.

The bodice (front and back) and midriff require lining. I lined the bodice and the midriff with the same fabric. The tricky part is lining the back of the bodice. After I lined the front of the bodice, I placed the back self-lining over the front self-lining (the back of the bodice is the bottom layer, right sides together with the front of the bodice) and stitched the armholes and along the top edge (catching the outer edges of the back of the bodice), being CAREFUL not to catch the straps (they were folded in) and the front self-lining.


Modifications/alterations
I took in the straps another 1/2" inch to raise the neckline.

I took out the side zipper (Heather hates it!). To compensate for the lack of a zipper, I added elastic pieces to the front and back to decrease the waist circumference and took in the side seams.


Conclusion
One of this type of dress is fine for now because I spent more time than expected for what seemed a "simple" dress. Nevertheless, I have been pretty impressed with the Lizzie McGuire line for cute and age appropriate styles. The appreciation and reaction are worth it!

Jolie et Jalie!

Heather is here!


Happily tracing patterns!


Jalie Pattern Envelopes




The O's Have It!









Cheerful Cheetah Girls!



Cheetah Girl! Heather wearing a RTW dance leotard!


Heather wearing first version of the Jalie v-neck top. This is one of her favorites!

A Jaliana Vaquera. Heather wearing her second version of the Jalie v-neck top


Wearing a Maggie hat?