Louise  is our classic sleeveless bodice dress and true summer staple. How fun is this carnival print from Dear Stella paired with this...

We already love Liberty Tana Lawn - but when it comes in this adorable print we have to make something! Greta made a gathered Suzie skirt...

This fun white pima stripe dress is a perfect choice for beach photos. We used Victoria with an adjusted raised yoke to add the twirly...

We have been inspired by Smock London 's new book, Rocking Smocking , and chose to add their Cherries plate to our classic Smocked Ruthie . The fabric is a lightweight pima stripe, perfect for summer time and a beautiful canvas for smocking. We added an extra pop of collar to the collar using the DMC scalloped hem technique . If you are interested in learning how to pleat and sew the Smocked Ruthie, check out our the video lesson ! Shop the Look Pattern: Ruthie + Smocked Rut

Mary De is one of our favorite classic patterns. Smocked in white with a pop of yellow flowers this look shines bright! Melissa added a...

Liberty is such a great option for smocking projects! This purple geometric pops on this Ciara J Tana Liberty lawn. Melissa used the...

Check out our video lesson where Susan teaches both views of Olivia from start to finish.   This video lesson is available on   our...

Olivia is a classic bodice dress smocked from the shoulder. VIEW A has short puff sleeves and ruffle collar. VIEW B allows for heirloom...

Every girl we know loves to twirl in a View A Nora. Why not make a slight variation and raise the waist slightly?! In this video, Melissa...

These smocked tulips have us smitten. Use our Piper bubble in the smocked view to complete this look. We know this will be on your project list in no time. Shop the Look Pattern: Piper Fabric/Piping: Taffy Gingham 1/16" and Gingham Taffy Piping by Fabric Finders Smocking Plate: Tulip Garden by Ellen McCarn on a Pleated Insert DMC Floss: 603, 703, 3716, 3766 (Purchase  Match Your Floss  and note numbers.) Buttons: 1/2" Decorative Buttons White Snaps: White Open Ring Elastic

Cathy and Emily talk about different kinds of thread (50 & 80 Weight Cotton Threads and Metrosene Poly Thread) and when we suggest to use...

We paired this classic Liberty of London Tana lawn with a bright turquoise gingham. The top is an  Ella blouse with the bloomers from...

This airy Swiss Dot is a perfect blouse for the warmer weather. Match with your favorite fabric bloomers (like Liberty of London!) for a...

How fun is this bright sundress for summertime! The bright lime piping and adorable green flower buttons accent this Art Gallery floral...

Taylor is our simple bubble, a perfect project for a beginner or a quick summer sew. We love this ocean themed print from Fabric Finders....

Don't you love these strawberries?! Accented with gingham piping and a crisp pique collar, this look makes for a BERRY sweet bubble. Shop...

Louise is the perfect canvas to show off a sweet print - don't you love these strawberries! Accented with gingham piping on a crisp pique...

This fabric was made to be a Harper bubble for summertime! The ocean motif is showcased perfect on the bodice with a simple accent with...

Melissa explains how to adjust your square neck bodice pattern piece to into a rounded neck. You will need a round object (like a plastic...

Cathy and Emily talk about what to consider when choosing the lining fabric to use on your next garment. This includes considering the...