Reversible Pleated Dress Top Sew Pattern!

Hello! How cute are these custom Mommy outfits! The above outfits were made by using SewSensible's Reversible Pleated Dress Top Sewing Pattern and Boutique Bottoms Sew Pattern. Or if you made it to this blog and you like what you see but do not really want to sew then these outfits above are for sale at Heather's etsy shop along with some other cute items. Take a look when you have time. Thanks, Heather, for sending them in. Adorable!

Sew Patterns: Reversible Pleated Dress Top, Boutique Bottoms, FAITH Double Layer Dress Top Birthday Outfits!

This cute outfit is made by my friend Annetta! She used the FAITH Double Layer Dress Top and added some tulle to the first layer! Love this! This is for her granddaughter's birthday!

this is my sweet friend, Dina's daughter! She was adopted from Taiwan when she was a baby! super cute and sweet little girl! Love her! She is wearing her Mom's custom birthday Boutique Bottoms and embellished Tee! Cute cute!!

This is another outfit made by Dina! Love that she used two coordinating fabrics for the Boutique Bottom legs! love that! And her top is the Reversible Pleated Dress Top!

Here are three awesome Mommy/GrandMommy creations to show you! Both are friends of mine and both changed the look up a bit! How awesome are their outfits?! Thanks, girls, for letting me post them. Love them and love y'all!

Sew Patterns : Embellished PillowCase Dress sewing pattern, reversible pleated dress top and scoop neck dress top sewing patterns!

Embellished PillowCase Dress with 3" ruffle option!

Great job, A!!!!!

Scoop Neck Dress Top!

awesome, L!!!!!

Reversible Pleated Dress Top (front)

Reversible Pleated Dress Top (back)

Ok, here are some awesome Mommy custom creations! Always fun for me to receive!! The first picture is from my sweet friend who just dove into sewing recently and she is doing an amazing job! A, your PillowCase Dress looks so cute!

The next three pictures are from a wonderful Mommy who just started sewing as well!! What I am more impressed with is that she chose the Reversible Pleated Dress Top as one of her beginning patterns! Wow! Here is what this awesome Mommy said, "Thank you for the wonderful patterns! I've been searching high and low for cute and easy patterns for my two girls ages 22 months and 2 months. Attached are photos of the reverse pleated dress top. It was VERY easy and super cute!!! This is only the second dress I have ever made for my oldest!" Thanks, L, for sending me these pictures! Pat yourself on the back because you did an excellent job and your daughters are beautiful!!!!! The Scoop Neck Dress Top above is her creation as well!

Reversible Pleated Dress Top and Boutique Shorts!

Yesterday I was able to sew the FAITH Double Layer Dress Top pattern cover and also squeeze in some picture time with Grace and Annalyce. This will be the new cover to the Reversible Pleated Dress Top and matching Boutique Shorts sewing pattern.

Sewing Patterns for Beginners and New Covers!

I am busy working on many projects! For 2011, I have been working on all new covers for all my physical patterns along with adding something more to the patterns. Here is the first look at one pattern that will get something extra! For the Twirl SKORT physical sewing pattern I will be adding the HOPE JOY Bubble Top! I am excited about this because now when you purchase the physical pattern you will be able to make a complete outfit or just the Bubble Top by itself to go along with a pair of cute jeans or make just the Twirl SKORT to go along with a cute pair of boots and solid tee! Whatever you choose to make I am sure your little one will be cute in Mommy's creations!! I have redrawn the pattern to add the HOPE JOY Bubble Top and will be sending that to McCall's next week. I just need to double check everything before I send it off. I am almost finished with the directions except for the fabric requirements and little things like that.

For my next project I have been working on the Embellished PillowCase Dress! It is a simple pillowcase dress with three options of ruffles. I work very hard at making the directions as detailed as possible for all you beginner sew-ers! This is what takes me so long but I so enjoy the finished work when complete! I have the Embellished Pillowcase Dress pattern already drawn out and am three quarters of the way through with the directions and graphics. As most of you know, you can easily google a pillowcase dress and get the basics of how to sew one of these very poplular dresses. My goal with doing this dress, and I thought about it for a long time, was to offer a more simpler way of doing a couple of the steps. I believe you will like the outcome.

For the next project, I have cut out the cover outfits for the new FAITH Double Layer Dress Top and it will have a double layer skirt added to it. Something fun and very easy!

The next project are my aprons. I have corrected a few pattern dimensions but other than that I hope to have this one available as a download in February.

The last project until I get all these finished is to complete the Reversible Pleated Dress Top cover. I am adding some Boutique Shorts with this physical pattern with options of ruffle or band to the shorts.

Now you know what I have been doing!! I seem so scattered at times with so many projects but it is all coming together as it should.

Sewing Patterns for Beginners 2011

at home enjoying some SewSensible projects on this beautiful sunny day, door open as Rose and Grace go in and out drawing and coloring a bee they keep running from outside while one son is watching SchoolHouse Rock and the other sweet son with his cute little dirty feet taking a nap. Great day! Working on the 2011 physical patterns. Was also able to sew me a skirt last week..... maybe a future pattern. Hoping to post more pics of what I am sewing this coming week! Hope all of you are doing great!

FAITH Double Layer Dress Top sewing pattern and Reversible Pleated Dress Top sewing pattern!

FAITH Double Layer Dress Top sewing pattern!

Reversible Pleated Dress Top sewing pattern

"Aimee - I just wanted to let you know I've made my first top and it was so much fun! Great instructions" S

FAITH Double Layer Dress Top sewing pattern!

Here are some awesome Mommy and GrandMommy creations using SewSensible FAITH Double Layer Dress Top and Reversible Pleated Dress Top! And as always the sweet little models are adorable!! Both patterns are available as downloadable and physical.

Boutique Easter Basket sewing pattern sale!

Make a special Easter basket...perfect for gift giving, matching outfits, and more. 25% off till Easter at YouCanMakeThis (download version)!

SewSensible Boutique Easter Baskets would look cute customized with a matching Twirl SKORT or my new pattern Happy Girl Dress!! (of course an Easter Basket customized to match any of SewSensible pattern will be just adorable..... in my definitely biased opinion! HA!!)

All of my downloadable patterns are available at You Can Make This ! However, if you would rather the physical version, the Twirl SKORT along with the Boutique Dress Top, Boutique Bottoms, FAITH Double Layer Dress Top, and Reversible Pleated Dress Top are physical and can be purchased at the Boutique/Fabric shops on the right side bar. Happy Girl is in the process of being printed. This one should be ready as a physical in the next 30-45 days.

Reversible Pleated Dress Top Sewing Pattern and Twirl SKORT Sewing Pattern!

Reversible Pleated Dress Top sewing pattern and Twirl SKORT Sewing Pattern!

How super cute is this!!? This awesome Mommy used SewSensible Reversible Pleated Dress Top and Twirl SKORT sewing patterns. The pictures show both sides of the Pleated Dress Top! Here is what this Mom said, "Your patterns are great! " B

Thanks so much, B!!!!! I just love these pictures and the fabric choices!! Thanks so much for sending these in!

Both these patterns are available as a download or a physical version sold in stores. If you are interested in a download please visit my website, my etsy shop, or You Can Make This! If you are interested in the physical version then please visit one of the online boutique shops on the right side bar!

Beginner Sewing Patterns and Customer Creations!

Ok! I have some cute cute awesome custom creations!! Above is from Anna from Crafty Girls Workshop!! Anna was so sweet to make this Reversible Pleated Dress Top for their shop and email me the pictures of them! How cute!! The two pictures show both sides of this dress top! When you get a chance, go check out their site! It is just a click away. Just a fresh and girly feel to it. They sale SewSensible physical patterns and some great fabric so go visit them and tell'em Aimee' from SewSensible sent you! Thanks so much, Anna, for sending me these pictures!!

Look at this precious princess!! Happy Birthday, VR!! She is 3 and her Mom made her a custom outfit using SewSensible Scoop Neck Dress Top for her birthday!! Awesome, C!!

Here is an awesome Mommy creation using SewSensible Applique' Apron Skirt! Isn't she adorable?! Here is what this Mommy said,

"Aimee, Let me start by saying “thank you” for creating the cutest patterns ever for the precious little girls in our lives! Okay, now I just need to say that you are an extraordinarily, incredible woman of God! You have such an incredible family and story behind them! Your 8 children are just beautiful…what blessings! Seriously, it humbles me to even fathom all that you in a day!! Honestly…I think your name is written in Proverbs 31! I strive for that and fall short everyday! But I try again…and that’s what’s important…right? When I came across your blog last summer, I was so inspired! Thanks so much, K"

K, thanks so much for your kind words!! It not only blesses me to receive these awesome pictures of what you are making for your loved ones but to know that my family story blessed you blesses me! Now you know I fall short of His glory everyday too? I am just like you..... a busy Mom who loves my family and strives to do better everyday and thanking God for His forgiveness BECAUSE I NEED IT!! HA!!!!

And for all you Moms who need a little encouragement: did you know that in Proverbs 31 she sews!!!!! Here is what I do when I feel I fall short: I ask Him to forgive me and then I read a passage in the bible and stand strong and try again! I just reread Proverbs 31 and it brings me such joy. Remember when you read it if you think you are nowhere who she is: Proverbs 31 is what God is growing us to be. It is a process! We do not get there overnight! That was a huge revelation for me. Everyday we become more and more like Proverbs 31 as we strive for it!! I will post it and maybe it will bring some or all of you joy today!

Proverbs 31 O my son, O son of my womb, O son of my promises, do not spend your strength on women, on those who ruin kings. And it is not for kings, O Lemuel, to guzzle wine. Rulers should not crave liquor. For if they drink, they may forget their duties and be unable to give justice to those who are oppressed. Liquor is for the dying, and wine for those in deep depression. Let them drink to forget their poverty and remember their troubles no more. Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves; ensure justice for those who are perishing. Yes, speak up for the poor and helpless, and see that they get justice. Who can find a virtuous and capable wife? She is worth more than precious rubies. Her husband can trust her, and she will greatly enrich his life. She will not hinder him but help him all her life. She finds wool and flax and busily spins it. She is like a merchant's ship; she brings her food from afar. She gets up before dawn to prepare breakfast for her household and plan the day's work for her servant girls. She goes out to inspect a field and buys it; with her earnings she plants a vineyard. She is energetic and strong, a hard worker. She watches for bargains; her lights burn late into the night. Her hands are busy spinning thread, her fingers twisting fiber. She extends a helping hand to the poor and opens her arms to the needy. She has no fear of winter for her household because all of them have warm [fn] clothes. She quilts her own bedspreads. She dresses like royalty in gowns of finest cloth. Her husband is well known, for he sits in the council meeting with the other civic leaders. She makes belted linen garments and sashes to sell to the merchants. She is clothed with strength and dignity, and she laughs with no fear of the future. When she speaks, her words are wise, and kindness is the rule when she gives instructions. She carefully watches all that goes on in her household and does not have to bear the consequences of laziness. Her children stand and bless her. Her husband praises her: "There are many virtuous and capable women in the world, but you surpass them all!" (Oh, shout it out girls!! Dream a little larger!! HA!!) Charm is deceptive, and beauty does not last; but a woman who fears the LORD will be greatly praised. Reward her for all she has done. Let her deeds publicly declare her praise."

Beginner Sewing Patterns!

The New Year is here and I am so ready to start sewing! Now just to find the time. Today our two 2 year old granddaughters came to live with us so with a total of 9 children in our home I do know I will surely be trying to manage my time to the fullest :) Above are some fabric combinations that I will use to make several outfits: FAITH Double Layer Dress Top with matching Boutique Bottoms, a Twirl SKORT, and an Applique Apron Skirt. If you are a first time reader of my sewing blog then hello and thank you for stopping by! All of my patterns are designed with the beginner in mind. If you have never sewn anything or just sewed a pillow or a curtain then I suggest the Boutique Bottoms to start. This will familiarize yourself with my patterns and build your confidence to sew. I am also available for any questions you may have while sewing by email. My patterns are downloadable and physical. To purchase my downloadable patterns you can do that at my Etsy shop, my Website, or at You Can Make This. All of my downloadable patterns are $9.95. Here is a link to some question/answers about the downloadable patterns. If you are interested in a physical pattern then I have five available: Boutique Dress Top, Boutique Bottoms, Twirl SKORT, FAITH Double Layer Dress Top, and Reversible Pleated Dress Top. All my physical patterns are $11.50 and are great for Mom's who are new at sewing! If you have a fabric/quilt shop and would like to carry the physical SewSensible Boutique Sewing Patterns then please contact one of the following distributors: Creative Smocking, United Notions and Fabric, or Petersen-Arne. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to ask.

I am so ready to get started on the new patterns for 2010! I have narrowed down 5 designs for children's patterns. I will also have two women apron patterns available this month as a downloadable.

2010 looks like a busy year and with having two more added to the family today it is starting early but I know God would not give us anything we cannot handle. Some words I am standing on in 2010 is purposeful living and simple solutions (and of course the power of prayer ;).

Scoop Neck Dress Top sewing pattern and Reversible Pleated Dress Top and Boutique Bottoms sewing patterns!

Scoop Neck Dress Top sewing pattern!

Reversible Pleated Dress Top and Boutique Bottoms sewing pattern!

I received these cute pictures in my email today! This is an awesome Aunt creation! I just love the Scoop Neck Dress Top fabric and of course I love the reversible pleated dress top paired with the Boutique Bottoms! Your niece will look adorable. Here is what this Aunt said, "Here are some Christmas gifts I made my niece! Love the patterns and they fit so well!"

Thank so much, R, for these pictures and kind words!! I pray your Christmas season is blessed!

New Sewing Pattern Coming Soon!

Ok, I have been sewing up a new pattern. I took these pictures with my phone as you can tell! It is not what you think it is!!?? ;) I am working on the sizes now. I am excited that this will be for me!!..... and you!! I am excited to finally use all the beautiful fabric on something for me!! This will be a holiday pattern and of course I will use holiday fabric but for now I loved to use this Jennifer Paganelli fabric (the top and bottom picture). I will hopefully give more details in the coming days about this pattern but until then HOW EXCITING!!!!! (smile).

Sewing Patterns for Beginners!

For the past several years I have had 100's and 100's of emails, comments, and feedback from first time Mommy sew-ers and beginner sew-ers write me with lots of excitement about sewing their daughter an outfit and loving the ease of SewSensible patterns!! It has truly been one of my greatest joys with SewSensible: to read your emails, comments, and feedback and see the pictures of your loved ones in the outfits you created! I want to thank all of you who have sent in your creations! You not only have brought me great joy but you have inspired many many other Moms to try their hands at sewing!! Please don't stop sending me your creations!! They make my sewing blog such a wonderful place to visit and if you don't mind please help me spread the word to other Moms, GrandMoms, and Aunts too about SewSensible Children's Boutique Sewing Patterns!! :) If you have a blog or website, please consider grabbing my SewSensible logo button!! And thanks to so many of you for purchasing SewSensible patterns! I am in the process of getting the revisions complete with the Scoop Neck Dress Top with long/short sleeve options. And look for more patterns to come in 2010!!!!!

And I have to thank United Notions and Fabrics, Creative Smocking, and Petersen-Arne for giving me an opportunity with them. Thank you!!