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Pattern Testing: The Syd Tie Top

It's been quite some time since I've been able to participate in a pattern test. With my responsibilities for work, family and motherhood, it's been a challenge to commit to tight pattern testing deadlines of 2-3 weeks. Depending on the construction and skill level required of the pattern, 2-3 weeks can go by so fast…

Sewing A Feathered Mesh Duster For My Sister

This project was a long time coming....and when I say long, I mean looonnnggg. After having my son in January 2021, two of my sisters came to visit me and of course meet their new baby nephew. One of my sisters showed me a black mesh duster she saw online (I think on Pinterest). The…

Butterick 6296: Notched Collar Animal Print Top

Sewing The Pattern & Fabric Choice A couple of years ago, I purchased this silky multicolored animal print fabric from my local fabric shop Wherehouse Fabrics and thought it would make for such a cute button up. It was a directional pattern with a multi colored border so I had to be extra careful with…

Simplicity 8636 Button Down Wrap Dress

Let me introduce you all to this silent gem of a dress. I refer to it as "silent" because although this pattern seemed to make great impressions when Simplicity previewed it, I haven't seen many people make this pattern (especially in this view). Something I love to do before making a pattern or sometimes before…

Yellow & Green Collection Piece #1: Simplicity 0891 Top

Hey everyone! This week flew by so quick but I'm glad that I can at least snag a moment to gush about this super cute top I made for my Yellow & Green collection. My absolute first piece! Although I've taken my sweet time to share it on the blog, I've worn this shirt out…

My First Sewing Pattern Review With Simplicity Pattern 8180 | Short Sleeved Men’s Button Down Shirt

Happy New Month To You All! Shame on me for not sharing this post since finishing this shirt for my husband a few weeks back but thankfully it is up now and I can't wait to dish on my first experience of working with a sewing pattern. Weeellll...kind of my first. I attempted to use…

What Indecision Looks Like In A Garment | The Vintage Plaid Top With Waist Straps

Hey Loves! It has seriously been awhile but the creativity is still happening over at Create & Pray. I took a break from the sewing machine about a month and some change into 2018 (outside of giving my first sewing lessons ever to some good friends of mine) but got my creative juices back in…

You’re Right…But Your Delivery Sucks!

So let's get real for a moment about something I am currently battling with and praying about ya'll.... My husband is someone who is always open to feedback from me (or anyone) but recently, I noticed that whenever I gave feedback, it turned into a larger discussion about me and my delivery. My initial reaction…