A Bluegingerdoll collection..

Meet the 'A' team. The first ever Bluegingerdoll PDF pattern collection.

Inspired by the need for simple but pretty designs that were easy to fit, modify and
 sew together. April, Anne, Abby & Alicia are pretty, feminine and collaborative separates. 

 Each design is beginner friendly, great stash busting patterns and able to stitched up in a lazy afternoon.

 These are four patterns you never knew where missing from your handmade wardrobe.

'Featuring subtle gathers along the waistline and a pretty hem frill, April is a 
simple but elegant skirt design. Invisible zipper closure.'

'Featuring a stunning and unique Peek-A-Boo neckline design detail, Anne is an

 easy to sew knit top with four sleeve variations to choose from.'

'High waisted shorts featuring deep hem length pleats in the front and a

 comfortable flared leg design. Invisible side zipper closure.'

'Delicate and pretty singlet featuring a button down front, comfortable 

elastic waistline and flared hip length hem.'

Each pattern design has unique, stand alone design features that enable them to be worn alone as statement pieces or paired together to create a gorgeous ensembles.

This little collection of patterns are available in PDF format only. 
With a brand new PDF format the instructions are clearer and easier to use. 
A copy shop print out option is also available for each pattern.

All patterns available in sizes: 4-24.

Pick up the patterns either in a specially discounted PDF pattern pack 

or grab each individual pattern at 10% off until the 21st of February (AEST). 
Prices are already showing discount in shop, no need to enter a coupon code at the checkout.

Hope you love the new collection!

Abby

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UPDATE: NEW PATTERNS COMING SOON

Yay! New patterns are coming your way very, very soon! 

Sign up to the newsletter here and be the first to hear about their release plus a discount.

Totally can't wait to share these patterns with you all.

Abby

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INTRODUCING THE NEW PATTERN: BONNIE (+10% off)

Introducing the new pattern Bonnie!

This is a first for Bluegingerdoll because.. wait for it... Bonnie is designed for knit fabric!

''Designed for comfort and elegance Bonnie is a vintage inspired  sweater that works in every season and for any occasion. Made with knit fabric Bonnie is a quick and easy make and can be created in a matter of hours. Three variations to choose from, as well as the ability to mix and match  the bodices and sleeve options to suit your individual style, you can easily sew up a whole bunch for your wardrobe. Bonnie is the knit sweater pattern that is versatile, layerable and most important of all comfortable glamor.  All three variations feature subtle, feminine gathers at the top of each sleeve reminiscent of a bygone era. ''

VIEW A
View A is an iconic 1940's inspired cropped sweater design, featuring flutter sleeves and fitted waistband its perfect to pair with those high waisted skirts and pants.

VIEW B
View B  features a scooped neckline and  3/4'' sleeves and is also cropped waistline length, perfect for those casual occasions.

VIEW C 
   View C features a boat neckline, long sleeves and hip length bodice.

The best fabrics for Bonnie are stable light to medium weight jersey/knit fabrics such as merino wool, wool and acrylic blends, lightweight sweater fabrics. Fabric with 40-50% stretch across the grain with good stretch recovery.

The best part about the Bonnie pattern is not only does it come with three design variations you can also mix and match the sleeves and bodice AND the necklines options, so you can easily end up with a whole army of Bonnie's in your wardrobe to suit any occasion. It is a  super, super quick pattern to make  as well as a great stash buster. Designed for a beginner sewer, Bonnie is also available in the size range of: 4-24.

Bonnie is available now as a PDF download only at the moment, with the paper version  on its way from the printers as i type. I decided to release the PDF  first  so Bonnie can be enjoyed straight away.  You can pre-order your paper version of the pattern now to take advantage of the discount this week and your pattern will be shipped as soon as it's arrives.

To celebrate the release of Bonnie please enjoy a 10% discount off until Monday 13/10/2014 midnight (AEST) in the shop. 

 Simply use the the coupon code: BONNIE at the checkout.

 I'll be announcing the official Bonnie sew-along dates and info in the coming days as well. This is going to be the best sew-along to date! It will be jam packed with tutorials, tips and tricks, whole heap of awesome pattern hacks to make Bonnie your knit top wardrobe essential. For those of you who may be a little hesitant about sewing with knits there will be  an introduction to getting started sewing with knits to help you on your way with sewing with knit fabrics.

Abby
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Introducing new patterns: Betsy & Ava ( 10% off + larger sizes!)

Introducing the two new patterns

The Betsy skirt & Ava jacket

Two patterns that combine beauty, glamour and comfort. 
Pair them together or alone either way make a statement in your handmade wardrobe.

The Betsy skirt

'The 'Betsy' pencil skirts have been designed with the hourglass figure in mind to  flatter those curves. A perfect wardrobe staple the Betsy pencil skirts have three design variations to compliment your style.  

View A - A flattering classic pencil skirt  design featuring belt loops and a kick pleat.

View B - A casual  but elegant ' wrap' pencil skirt  with button closure.

View C - The ultimate curve hugging, high waisted 'Pin up' style pencil skirt featuring a shaped front waistline and a sexy 'accordion pleat' on the back of the skirt.

 Betsy is the one pencil skirt sewing pattern you need. '

View A

 

View B

View C

 

The Ava jacket

'Beautiful in its simplicity, the 'Ava'  is a fully lined kimono swing jacket.  Featuring just the right amount of ease for a laid back look  whilst still  looking elegant and glamorous. Featuring a shawl collar with complementary turned up cuffs and hidden pockets along the hem line. Designed with a flattering  flared shape in the back of the jacket, 'Ava' suits a variety of fabrics and is perfect for all seasons. Pair your 'Ava' jacket with a "Betsy' skirt or skinny jeans  and start your day with comfort, elegance and style.'

 Betsy & Ava are available in sizes 4 -24 and all Bluegingerdoll patterns from here on in with also be available in these sizes. I'm working hard to update all the other patterns being available in these larger sizes too, so hang tight on those.

Until Wednesday the 28th of May  receive a 10% discount off  Betsy & Ava. 

Both patterns are available as paper or PDF formats.

GRAB A COPY OF THE PATTERNS HERE

Tutorials and sew-along's will be coming up on the blog  for the patterns as well as some other cool stuff, so stay tuned.

Hope you LOVE the new patterns!

Abby
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Peggy by Bex...

Introducing the gorgeous Bex and her Peggy skirt.

I asked Bex to test the Peggy skirt pattern for me, and i was totally blown away by what she came back with! She came  through with the goods and dazzled me  with here sewing talents. She has created a beautiful version of the Peggy skirt and the rick-rack detailing on the pockets is AMAZING! Its such a cute way to accentuate the pocket detail on the skirt. Bex has sewn up View A of the Peggy pattern without the button tabs, basically because these were a last minute design feature that i only decided to put onto Peggy at the very last minute, BUT it View A waistband works just as well without the button tabs.

You can see Bex and her Peggy skirt in all its glory on her blog, Subversive Femme Anarchic Knitter, but for now have a look at her beautiful photos, the styling is out of this world! She also made the blouse she wearing in the photos, which is from an original vintage pattern and its matches the Peggy skirt beautifully..

Enjoy!

 


 Check out Bex's blog  and read about her take on the Peggy skirt  and all the other sewing goodies on her blog, she is one super talented sewing  AND knitting gal! I mean just look at this vintage jumper i knitted below, WOW!

She also has  an awesome list of vintage knitting and sewing patterns that she has uploaded that are available to all!





 You can pick up a copy of the Peggy skirt now with a 10% discount until the 11th of October, you just need to use the coupon code: PRETTYPEGGY2013 on the new and fancy WEBSITE or at the ETSY SHOP in either shop to claim the discount... Or even easier click on the button below!

 

Abby

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Reminder: New Pattern release - 4th of October!

Just a cheeky reminder because the count down has begun for the new Bluegingerdoll sewing pattern, released on the 4th of October!!!

Abby
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NEW PATTERN COMING SOON!!!

Get excited peoples and pencil this in your diaries, the new Bluegingerdoll pattern will be released on the 4th of October!!!!!!!

Abby

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Strawberry Mae...

For  all of you still sewing up your Mae blouses at the moment to enter the Mae sew-along contest or those of you in need of a little inspiration, check out this most lovely of loveliest Mae blouse made by Heather over on her blog handmadebyheather.

Heather was kind enough to answer a few questions for me about her sewing experience with the Mae blouse, so take it away Heather:

What type of fabric did you use? What inspired your choice of fabric?

My Mae blouse is made from some vintage cotton purchased off of Etsy.  It's most likely quilting cotton, which I usually shy away from for garments, but I'll make an exception for a vintage fruity print.  I love fruit prints, especially ones that aren't too cute.

 Did your Mae blouse live up to the image you had in your mind?

Yes!  I've mentioned before that my figure is probably just a larger version of yours.  Makes it easy to picture how Bluegingerdoll patterns will look on me, just add some more cake ease.

How did you decide to reflect your personal style in the pattern?

Mostly through fabric choice. I wanted a top that was classic looking but fun. Also I match my vintage inspired pieces with modern shoes and accessories. Otherwise I just look like I'm wearing a Halloween costume.  

Tell us a bit about your sewing process, any tweaks you made?

I started with some of my normal fitting tweaks, a forward shoulder adjustment and adding more ease in the waist and hip area.  I think the neckline is lovely as is, but I also like flashing my collar bones, so I decided to cut it back.   I did this by tracing the scallop edge with a clear ruler 5/8" away from the pattern edge.  This change makes the centre scallops larger but the neckline still looks great.  Make the same change to the facings and sew as instructed.

 What thoughts do you have about the project?

This was a fun little project to sew together other than the fact I can't see any markings on this fabric!  Putting in the buttonholes was a bit of a hit and miss affair.  It all worked out in the end and I can even button all those buttons myself!

Have you got  any plans for any future Mae Blouses?

Oh yes, I wanted to sew along with everyone else so I'm making a white with black polka dot version. It's gonna have some red accents just for fun.

Thanks Heather for sewing up the Mae blouse so, so  beautifully!


The Mae giveaway is still very much open to all who wish to participate, there is still time to upload your finished Mae blouse to the Flickr group, and go in the running to win some fab prizes! I will extend the cut off date, due to a quite a few queries from you all that want to participate but are a little bit behind. So you will have until Tuesday the 24th to  upload your photos,  then lets the voting begin!!!

I have spied some really gorgeous Mae blouses in the Flickr group already and all i can say is WOW! They all look so AMAZING..  I'm even more excited to see  more of your beautiful Mae blouses!



Abby
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