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Easy Elastic Valentines Skirt
This skirt is our go-to beginner project for sewers of all ages. Using a wide elastic as the waistband saves time and brings a pop of...


Cozy Johnny
Colder days require cozy outfits. Sewing with a soft flannel and self-lining the long romper create a perfect choice for keeping your...


Harper with Piping & Border Print
Some fabrics are just screaming to be sewn. This colorful border print makes such a bright and fun option for baby. We chose to add...


Smocked Bailey
Smocking is always a wonderful addition to a baby’s outfit, especially when you can sew for boys or girls. Add a smocked insert to the...


Easy Elastic Holiday Skirt
This skirt is our go-to beginner project for sewers of all ages. Using a wide elastic as the waistband saves time and brings a pop of...


Kaki Christmas Nightgown
Getting ready for Santa begs for a cozy and soft knit nightgown. We made modifications to the bodice, sleeves, and hemline of the...


Our Favorite Beginning Smocking Plates
Learning to smock and need a recommendation for the perfect first smocking design? We have compiled a list of our favorite geometric...


Learn to Sew: Wish List Supplies
These are sewing supplies we love and think are a great addition to your basic sewing supplies. These have more specific uses but we find...


Learn to Sew: Must Have Supplies
These are must have basic sewing supplies to get you started on your sewing journey. You will need these items as you begin to start...


The Original Ginger
Ever wonder how we name our patterns? The majority are named for little ones in our lives. Many of whom are not so little anymore! When...


The Original Lezette
With a gift for teaching and a lifelong passion for children’s sewing, Lezette Thomason has spent more than four decades generously...


Sleeveless Smocked Jamie
This sleeveless smocked version of our Jamie bubble is a classic look that works all summer long. We adapted View A and C of the pattern...


April for Christmas
We love the look of plaid at Christmas. We lengthened the bodice on April and shortened the finished width of the ruffle to give April a new look. We slip a blouse underneath this dress so she can be comfortable in any climate. Adding the Ruthie long sleeve to the Alex blouse made it a perfect pairing for colder days. Shop the Look Pattern : April with adaptations (see below) Fabric : Tartan Red and Green by Spechler-Vogel Lining: Imperial Batiste Red Buttons : Plastic But


Mary De Jumper for Christmas
Mary De is one of our favorite classic patterns. We chose a festive simple floral and a geometric smocking plate to show off the holiday...


Kaki Cheerleader Dress
Have a cheerful little one you are sewing for? No matter the team you cheer for, make her the Children's Corner Kaki and she will be...


Knit Sleeve Knot
This adaptation may be used for either view of the Children’s Corner Nora pattern or Kaki view A. Supplies Children’s Corner Nora or Kaki...


Want to Learn to Sew?
Follow the steps below to get started on your sewing journey. We cannot wait to see where your journey takes you, happy sewing! Step 1:...


Eleanor with Box Pleat
A classic pleated dress is timeless. We’ve said it before, but we love the versatility of the Eleanor pattern, and this example with a...


Eleanor with Contrasting Inverted Box Pleat
To add a little something to an A-line dress like our Eleanor (sizes 6mo -14) or Carol (sizes 6mo-6) consider this darling adaptation...
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