The Savannah Sleeve has soft gathers at the shoulder and above the cuff. Finished with a sleeve band piped along one edge, it offers a sweet alternative to the traditional short puff sleeve. It is designed to work with any Children’s Corner pattern that features puff sleeves. See list below for some help with finding a pattern that will easily swap out! This sleeve is not a stand-alone garment. Use in place of the short puff sleeve of the original pattern. If adding this sle

Watch Susan as she adds piping to a Peter Pan collar. This collar is the epitome of a classic look, and is included in many of our patterns. Once you know how to do this technique, you will repeat it again and again. Piped collars are included in the following Children's Corner patterns: Alex Allie Carol Basics for Boys Eleanor Emily Frannie Baby Frannie Jenni Leigh Lee Victoria Click the printer icon below for printable version.

Ever wondered how to adjust a smocked insertion to not continue under the arms? Susan teaches you how to add sides, or "wings" as we call them, to your smocked insertion. This is especially great if you are picture smocking, where you want your pleats close together and your design more concentrated in the middle of the garment. Whether you're a seasoned smocker or just getting started, this quick tutorial will give your handmade garments that polished, professional finish. M

We envisioned the smocked Reese bubble with a classic heirloom design. Give us a call to schedule an heirloom consultation! Shop the Look Pattern: Reese Fabric: Pima Broadcloth by Spechler Vogel Collar Trims: Entredeux White, Lace Edging 200302 White Sleeve Trims: Entredeux White, Swiss Embroidered Beading 59182 White with 1/8" Silk Satin White Ribbon, Lace Edging 200302 White Elastic: 1/4" Elastic Buttons: Mother of Pearl Swirl Embroidery Design: Jeannie B's Book of Heirloo

Susan talks about how to finish your bodice lining with a more refined look. This is a great option for when your bodice is smocked. The pattern highlighted in this video is the Reese bubble but works with any partially lined patterns such as: Piper, Charlie, April, Ruthie, Lee, Mary De, Olivia. Click the printer icon below for printable version.

Reese is a classic baby bubble for a boy or girl. The high yoke creates a traditional silhouette with three variations for the body. VIEW A is smocked, VIEW B has a smocked insertion, and VIEW C is gathered. Choose from a banded puff or straight sleeve and finish with piping or gathered trim. The lined yoke buttons down the back with closures at the crotch. An optional sash or belt is included. Two smocking plates are included — Bennett (geometric) and Bows (picture). Shop

Attaching grippers to finish a baby bubble or romper doesn't have to be scary! Melissa shows you some quick tricks that will make this finishing step a breeze. Children's Corner Patterns that may be closed with grippers: Alex , Bailey , Harper , Johnny , Jamie . Supplies SnapSetter tool (Melissa shows the Dritz brand, either work well) Stuff It Snaps (Size 16) Click the printer icon below for printable version.