The Carly Bubble Romper

My older sister is pregnant with twin girls so I couldn't resist making them some cute outfits! 

Her husband, E.J., said that he didn't want the girls matching all the time. I decided to listen

to him this one time and make the girls outfits that were the same style, but different fabric. 

I purchased this adorable pattern from Sew, Mama, Sew!. It's by Sis Boom and called 

the Carly Bubble Romper. It's a bit pricey, ok, really pricey. But totally worth it. There are 3 

different sleeve options and can be made in sizes preemie-24months. When I have

a tiny baby again this pattern will be used many times! 

The pattern itself is incredibly easy to understand. I only had two issues, one being that

 I didn't quite understand how to sew the legs holes so I did my own thing. I ended up 

turning them in and sewing two lines, then feeding the elastic through. 

The second issue was with the snap closure. The pattern says to use interfacing where the

snaps will be, but I think this caused the fabric to be too thick and I had some issues

getting my snaps to stay. I even had my hubs try a few of them...let's just say 

we went through two packages of snaps trying to get them on really tight! 

The next time I make this pattern I won't use the interfacing. However, I did

purchase a cheapo snap fastener from Walmart. It only costs me $12 and the

snaps were $3.58. If you have a heavy duty snap fastener than I'm sure you'll

be fine using the interfacing! 

You don't have to have a snap closure either. Buttons would be fine too! 

The romper is completely lined and will easily fit the twins for awhile.

I made size 3m but with it being a 'bubble' romper I think it could easily

fit 1month to 4months+! 

 Sorry, I can't figure out why some of the pictures are right side up! Dang blogger... 

All the fabric was purchased from Hobby Lobby. My favorite print, the pink/teal/black animals is from their spring collection at $8.99(!) a yard, so make sure you print off a coupon from their website! I, of course, printed mine off and then forgot to hand it over during checkout. Guess that what happens when you have a 3yr old and almost 2yr old not following directions...

Sneak Peak...Spring 2012!

I'm all ready excited for spring! Maybe it's the warm weather we've had (55 degrees today!) or that all the stores are teasing me with all their spring collections! I don't know what it is, but I've already started planning Gianna's spring wardrobe. I thought I'd start  2012 off with showing you a sneak peak of what's to come on Gia Rose Sews! So here goes....

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Have you seen Old Navy's Spring Collection? 

Oh boy, I'm in love with a few pieces! One being this simple mustard top.

 

I thought I'd do a little pattern remix using Leila & Ben peasant top pattern. I'm going to mix it up a bit and do over sized 3/4 length sleeves and add some lace detailing. I'm envisioning this tunic top with a pair of cute white shorts.

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Next up will be a pair lightweight jeans with searsucker detailing. 

I love searsucker for summer, it's so lightweight and cool. 

I might just have to make a cute jacket out of some white and yellow print too...hm...

Back to the pants. I'm going to use new pants pattern from Ben & Mia. 

It's a great pocket pants pattern with piping details. 

Only picture them in denim and seersucker piping..

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Another staple in Gianna's spring wardrobe will be a pair of lightweight

linen pants. I'm thinking maybe a super light khaki or maybe white

(I can spot bleach white so they may stay clean)

I'll probably use the same pocket pants pattern but remix it 

a bit to do square pockets and a drawstring waist!

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The next top I've been wanting to try for awhile, but haven't gotten around to it yet. 

It's actually a refashion for a plain tee that G already has...

The tutorial is by Make It & Love It. 

I also have a pattern for some leggings (by Lil Blue Boo)

 that I think I'll use to make Gianna a pair of matching ones! 

I haven't quite decided on the colors let...maybe a sweet light purple...

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I have a feeling alot of skirts will be in the works for Gianna this

spring and summer. She seems to be in love with anything that resembles

a tutu! 

When I saw this skirt on Pinterest I knew I had to remake it. 

Now I just need to think (or find) a cute top to match!

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And last (for now!) I found the perfect skirt tutorial for Gianna's
Easter outfit......

Simply Homemade has a free tutorial and
Violette Field Threads has a pattern too!

I just love it! Very simple but elegant.

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Hope you enjoyed the sneak peak! Hope to see you a lot 2012!

Funky Elmo Pj Pants

I need to stop thinking of Christmas presents so early. Because

I just keep finding more ideas! Seriously, Gianna is beyond 

spoiled this year. It's getting a bit ridiculous. 

With that said, Jeff or I have made all her presents!

Stayed tuned, I'll be posting pictures of everything as

they get done!

Back to the Funky Elmo Pj pants!

 

I made Gianna and her dolly some matching pjs. 

For her doll (American Girl Bitty Baby) I used The Blueberry Moon's

Nakey Baby Pant Pattern. She even has a print out pattern,

which makes sewing up a pair of doll pants incredibly easy!

Her blog also features some other doll clothes, which all include

free printable patterns! Definitely jump over there and check it out!

For the top I took a newborn onesie and cut off the bottom,

to make it into a top for the doll. Then I appliqued a square

from the fabric! Easy peasy!!

Now onto Gianna's Funky pj pants! I'll admit, they are a bit...wild.

But no one will see them but us, so who cares?! Plus, G can't 

resist anything with Elmo. 

I found this pattern for free on Pinterest, you can bring it off

and then there's a tutorial on sewing it up. Super easy. 

Thanks FleeceFun for some great free patterns!

Photo from FleeceFun.com

The pink with lace is pretty cute!

Gianna is in size 12-18month (18 months old). I used the 2T

pattern but took off a 1/2 inch on the sides. I shouldn't have done 

that though. Right now they fit perfect, but probably not for long!

I tried them on Gianna, just quick enough to snap a few pics

and make sure they fit. She won't remember on Christmas, right?!

They look a bit crazy and wild! Next time I'll make them with 

a simpler fabric. Otherwise, they are the perfect pj's! 

I may have to make her a pair like the ones pictured about...they are 

pretty dang cute!

Sneak Peak...Spring 2012!

I'm all ready excited for spring! Maybe it's the warm weather we've had (55 degrees today!) or that all the stores are teasing me with all their spring collections! I don't know what it is, but I've already started planning Gianna's spring wardrobe. I thought I'd start  2012 off with showing you a sneak peak of what's to come on Gia Rose Sews! So here goes....

________________________________________________________________

Have you seen Old Navy's Spring Collection? 

Oh boy, I'm in love with a few pieces! One being this simple mustard top.

 

I thought I'd do a little pattern remix using Leila & Ben peasant top pattern. I'm going to mix it up a bit and do over sized 3/4 length sleeves and add some lace detailing. I'm envisioning this tunic top with a pair of cute white shorts.

_____________________________________________________________________

Next up will be a pair lightweight jeans with searsucker detailing. 

I love searsucker for summer, it's so lightweight and cool. 

I might just have to make a cute jacket out of some white and yellow print too...hm...

Back to the pants. I'm going to use my new pants pattern from Ben & Mia. 

It's a great pocket pants pattern with piping details. 

Only picture them in denim and seersucker piping..

______________________________________________________

Another staple in Gianna's spring wardrobe will be a pair of lightweight

linen pants. I'm thinking maybe a super light khaki or maybe white

(I can spot bleach white so they may stay clean)

I'll probably use the same pocket pants pattern but remix it 

a bit to do square pockets and a drawstring waist!

_________________________________________________________

The next top I've been wanting to try for awhile, but haven't gotten around to it yet. 

It's actually a refashion for a plain tee that G already has...

The tutorial is by Make It & Love It. 

I also have a pattern for some leggings (by Lil Blue Boo)

 that I think I'll use to make Gianna a pair of matching ones! 

I haven't quite decided on the colors yet...maybe a sweet light purple...

______________________________________________________________

I have a feeling a lot of skirts will be in the works for Gianna this

spring and summer. She seems to be in love with anything that resembles

a tutu! 

When I saw this skirt on Pinterest I knew I had to remake it. 

Now I just need to think (or find) a cute top to match!

______________________________________________________________

And last (for now!) I found the perfect skirt tutorial for Gianna's
Easter outfit......

Simply Homemade has a free tutorial and
Violette Field Threads has a pattern too!

I just love it! Very simple but elegant.

____________________________________________________

Hope you enjoyed the sneak peak! Hope to see you a lot 2012!