New Look 6932 Review

Pattern Description:
Knit and Woven Children's Pajama Pattern

Pattern Sizing:

1/2-8

Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?

Yes

Were the instructions easy to follow

Very easy

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?

This was my first experience with knit raglan tops. I just needed more practice to not get wavy necklines. Other than that I love everything about this pattern. This is my go to for comfy jammies for the kids. I use it to make knit jammie pants/shorts. Super cosy in the summer. I have not tried the ruffled view yet.

Fabric Used:

Pants: Flannels and Knits

Raglan Top: Ribbed and other Soft Knits

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:

Didn't make any changes to the pattern. Just tried with different fabrics.

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others?

I have sewn this multiple times. I have a freezer paper copy on hand :) So I would definitely recommend.

Conclusion:

This is my first pajama pattern and absolutely love how quick it comes together. Its fast, easy, and comfy. Perfect for you little one :)

I used a soft giraffe knit for the shorts version. He wanted to make a Hulk face ;) For the tank used an awesome free tutorial from Fishsticks Designs.

They are the pants on the left. Made his Christmas jammies a lil bigger this year because his ones from last year shot up 2 in above his ankles :)

The ones on the right are from the Alex & Anna Winter PJs another jammie favorite.

Thanks for checking out my review

Simplicty 2749 Pattern Review

 

2749 Girls & Girls Plus Sleepwear

Girls & Girls Plus Pajama Pants, Robe, Headband, Bag & Knit Tunic Or Top

 

Size AA 8-16:

I sized down the pattern a lil bit to for my 6 year old

 

Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?

Yes somewhat. My fabric choice made it a lil more soft and drapey.

 

Were the instructions easy to follow?

yes but I hated all the bias tape. It can bee seen. especially in areas of the drapey hood. Have I known what I knew now I would have made my own with the fabric I had so there would be continuity.

 

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?

My only dislikes are my poor choice in bias tape and that there are no ties to keep the robe from sliding open aside from the belt. You will want to add those. Also the bell sleeve are a bit on the long side. You may want to measure and shorten accordingly.

 

Fabric Used:

Sweatshirt Fleece
http://www.girlcharlee.com/denim-black-and-white-stripe-sweatshirt-knit-fabric-p-4270.html

 

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made:

Graded It down to at 6.

 

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others?

Yes I plan on sewing the nightgown. I would recommend the pattern but keep the bias tape in mind.

 

Conclusion:

Overall this is a very cute pattern. I plan to make other views and cant wait for the outcome.
 

Margarona Recipe

Back in november a couple girlfriends and I went to go see the last installation of twilight. We went to have a cocktail to kill time before the movie. So we stopped in a local mexican restaurant that I knew had some yummy margaritas. They were having a special on a drink called a margarona. Its pretty much a margarita with a Corona in it. Its was sweet, salty, and bubbly at the same time.  Its a fun lil mix. The only problem is they are kinda pricey.  So I set off to learn how to make my own.

Margarona

1.5 oz 100% agave blanco tequila (I used Lunazul)

1oz triple sec

1 oz lime juice

1 oz simple syrup (optional. Depends on if u need it sweet. I like it that way)

Margarita salt

Coronita ( Small Corona)

Make sure glass is wide and tall enough to put Corona in and still be able to sip from a straw.

Dip glass in lime juice and then in margarita salt.

Fill half or a little less with ice and pour in margarita.

Pop open your Coronita and carefully put it in the glass. I try not to pour too much corona in the margarita at first and pull it up a little as I sip on the drink.

Haha notice the fabric, thread, and wrapping paper.

Enjoy