August 16, 2011 by Madeline Rhodes
It’s often our dear friend, Melissa P, of 100 Billion Stars, that comes up with an ingenious project that just makes you say, “Why didn’t I think of that?!”…
Well, folks, she’s done it again! So while you’re all anxiously awaiting to find out whether you won the West Indies raffle (you have some time), try Melissa P’s tutorial out for mod podge hangers!! We promise you’ll have a blast!!
Imagine giving them as a gift to a new Mommy? Hanging them in your toddler’s closet… maybe even your closet?? How about hanging a mod podged pants hanger on the wall, clipped onto a photo? Just throwing some ideas out there!!…
Tags: 100 Billion Stars, Honey Child, Melissa P, Mod Podge, Mod Podge Tutorial
Categories: Honey Child, Love, Made By You!, Make my day!, Sis Boom Fabric, Tutorial •
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August 9, 2011 by Madeline Rhodes
Join us in welcoming the newest Sis Boom patterns!!!….
The Rebecca Dress and the Shannon Dress!!! Sleak, Chic and fun, these new dresses are flattering, classic with a twist, and of course, an absolute pleasure to sew!! We are SO super excited about these gals!!!!!
Just $10.00 each for a fabulous & amazing pattern. Thank you to Carla Crim of Scientific Seamstress for working her magic with this one (as always), our wonderful models, Abby & Liz, and of course, thank you to Tim Geaney for capturing the Sis Boom magic so beautifully.
More about The New Gals in town, Rebecca and Shannon…
Rebecca
The Rebecca shift is a stunningly simple garment that gets you right out the door, looking manicured and ready for anything. Grocery store, errands, PTA, cocktail party, speaking engagement….this is THE go-to closet item. The flattering notched neckline and dropped waistband can be made with matching or contrasting prints. Imagine the Sis Boom fabric choices that take this one from prepster college girl to sophisticated city girl. Because of the tailored style, we have provided extremely detailed fitting information and pattern pieces in every numerical size from 0-26W. The semi-fitted skirt and princess bodice can be made from a combination of sizes to get a cut that is perfect for your proportions. In addition, the bodice and skirt have multiple cutting lines, so even if you are tall or petite, you can get just the torso and hemline lengths you are after.
Shannon
The simple shift is a true all-occasion garment, and we are so in love with our Shannon! Pair with flip-flops for a stroll along the boardwalk, or with a headband and dressy flats for an evening at the symphony. This little dress features a tailored fit with a slight A-line flair. The notched neckline and dropped-waist belt can be made of matching or contrasting fabric…what a fun way to play with Sis Boom prints! The bodice and skirt have multiple cutting lines so you can get just the look and length you are after.
Tags: Abby, Carla Crim, Dress Patterns, Girls Dresses, Liz, Scientific Seamstress, Tim Geaney, Women's Dresses
Categories: Honey Child, Make my day!, Patterns, Poodle, Queen Street, Tutorial •
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July 22, 2011 by Jennifer Paganelli
Amy Anderson has it all wrapped up when it comes to Mod Podge influencing even the diehard users such as myself. Years ago I would create suitcases with Mod Podge from old Story Books. I always had a hard time with the finishing stage. Using varnishes and such , the suitcases couldn’t open would yellow etc… so then I tweeted to Amy what do we use to seal and Voila she tweeted back use a Matte acrylic sealer spray or paint on and look how lovely this turned out.
P.S. they do open. Just mod Podge and scraps and sealer. Hats off to our girl Amy!!
Tags: Amy Anderson, collage, Honey Child, Mod Podge, Queen Street, Suitcase, Vintage suitcase
Categories: Collage, Honey Child, Love, Queen Street, Sis Boom Fabric, Tutorial •
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July 19, 2011 by Jennifer Paganelli
Have you tried this from The Girls World Book. I love how my daughter Katie looks with this beauty atop her head!! Old flowers velvet leaves always steal the show. Yes You can make this too! From Girls World! Order wholesale from Westminster fibers or right off Amazon.
Tags: Floral headband, Girls World, Hadley Headband, Katie, Poodle
Categories: Girls World, Tutorial, Wedding •
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July 11, 2011 by Madeline Rhodes
So maybe you’ve been hearing here there and everywhere about wonderful Sis Boom friends receiving Girl’s World badges from us… and Let us explain, because this is a truly exciting and wonderful concept..
So many amazing, wonderful people have been writing in about Girl’s World.. comments that make our hearts smile and let us know we’re on the right path.. our Sis Boom friends & fans are LOVING the book. With that being said, many people, along with Jennifer’s suggestions, have shared with us their fabulous plans to teach a Girl’s World class– to their friends, daughter’s friends, Brownie troups, etc.
It’s a THRILL to watch the Girl’s World vibe spread from community to community, and we hope you’ll join us in spreading the love! Check out pics from this class that our dear friend Jenny just taught…!!!!!
If this idea excites you and seems like something that could really create a special moment for you and a group of sweet little girls, let us know by emailing us HERE, and we will mail you the correct amount of Sis Boom buttons (We’re trying to stick as close to or less than 10 buttons per class, as to make sure everyone gets them!). They read, “Living a Girl’s World!” and they couldn’t be happier!
Tags: Girl's World badges, Girl's World classes
Categories: Girls World, Make my day!, Sis Boom in the world, Tutorial •
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July 9, 2011 by Madeline Rhodes
So, we know it’s been up for a while on our blog and in our newsletter, but we wanted to be sure that you’ve all seen and downloaded this really special, totally adorable, extremely versatile, and last but certainly not least, FREE, Bosco Bowtie PDF pattern!!!
To download the pattern, either click on the link in the previous sentence, or click on the pattern cover image below!
Thanks a million, Carla Crim of Scientific Seamstress, for helping us create this precious little gem of a pattern!… and thanks to the cutie on the pattern cover, Tyler, for doing such a brilliant job at looking adorable! pssst- see Carla’s handsome little devil of a son modeling Bosco Bowtie by clicking HERE
Ok we know what many of you are thinking, “it’s not for me.. I don’t have a little boy…”… and this is where we come in to share with you all of the wonderful uses that a Bosco Bowtie can be put to!…
- Bowtie (duh!)
- Headband
- Doggie accessory (around the neck–so cute, we know!)
- Funky wrap around bracelet
- Around a gift
- As a barrette (hot glue the bow portion to a hair clip!)
Can you think of anything else?? Download this pattern and come up with some ideas! Share them with us via our Sis Boom flickr!
See what Craft Gossip had to say about the Bosco Bowtie!!
Tags: Bosco Bowtie, Carla Crim, Craft Gossip, Pattern, PDF pattern, Scientific Seamstress
Categories: Patterns, Tutorial, Uncategorized •
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June 4, 2011 by Madeline Rhodes
What a special day! We’ve got a really awesome craft tutorial from Girl’s World up on the Chronicle Books Blog!! It’s super simple, fun & easy and yields fabulously sparkly results. Gotts to love it!
Thanks to Chronicle Books for everything… especially the opportunity to be presented on such a cool platform. We love you guys!
Ok– what are you waiting for?!?!?! Get over to the Chronicle Books Blog and enjoy our free tutorial! Post your pics in our Sis Boom Flickr when you’re done! Hurry up we can’t wait to see!
Here’s a tiny sneak peak…
Tip: This project is super awesome for any gal in your life.. from special little birthday girls, graduates, Brides, & Grandmas. What we love about the necklace is that any message can be put inside to make it perfect and special for that lucky recipient. Use your imagination & go wild!
Tags: Chronicle Books, Girl's World. Ambassador Necklace, Tutorial
Categories: Girls World, Happenings, Make my day!, Sis Boom in the world, Tutorial •
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April 22, 2011 by Madeline Rhodes
Melissa of 100 Billion Stars came up with these beautiful Easter Egg project and we just love em’.. and even better?! She has an awesome tutorial up for all of you to enjoy!! So cool! We just love the darling little egg shape, the button detail, jagged edges and of course, the fabric 🙂 . Have fun, everyone and thanks, Melissa!! Click HERE or on the images below for the tutorial!
Tags: 100 Billion Stars, Easter, Eggs, Melissa P, Tutorial
Categories: Made By You!, Make my day!, Tutorial •
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April 9, 2011 by Madeline Rhodes
Ok, pardon our chees-tastic post title… but these are pretty egg-tastic, eh? You know it… After the photos below, see how you can make your very own eggs with our FREE DOWNLOAD! YEAH! While we also love dying Easter eggs, this is a no-mess, quick and fun project!
Download the Paper egg PDFs (simply by clicking on the photos below), print them out on some nice card stock paper or photo paper, and then go crazy!
We attached wooden dowels to the backs of our eggs with some hot glue and then stood them straight up in a basket! How about attaching tooth picks on the backs and popping them out of cupcakes?! Maybe even making a little paper egg bouquet?! So cute! Have fun
Click on photos below to download your very own eggs!!!!
Tags: Easter, Eggs, Spring, Tutorial
Categories: Tutorial •
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April 8, 2011 by Madeline Rhodes
Who has a Kindle? They’re really amazing… and imagine how much cuter yours would be with a sweet little Sis Boom carrying case?! Right?!
Check out this fabulous tutorial on Free Spirit’s Blog by our lovely friend Melissa P of 100 Billion Stars! You’ll fall in love!
Tags: 100 Billion Stars, Free Spirit Fabric, Kindle, Melissa P
Categories: Honey Child, Made By You!, Make my day!, Tutorial •
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