If you have a t-shirt pattern that fits you in the chest and arms you can hack it into a variety of different maternity shirts pretty easily. In this blog post we’ll walk you through how to hack a pattern into a super fitted maternity shirt with gathered sides that will show off that pregnant belly to full advantage. Start …
Maternity Style – Kielo Wrap Dress
Specs: Pattern: Kielo Wrap Dress by Named Size EUR 40, US 8 Adjustments: Shortened to knee length, lowered front neckline, added pockets Fabric: cotton jersey Pictured at 22 weeks pregnant The Kielo Wrap Dress is not drafted for maternity, but it is a very popular maternity pattern because it is completely adjustable at the waist. It is also a really …
What is a Postpartum Doula?: Podcast Episode 19
Episode Summary: In Episode 19 of the Maternity Sewing Podcast Erin talks to Nicole Swigert, a postpartum doula. She talks about what a postpartum doula does, how the help they provide differs from the help your friends and family can provide, and why you should consider hiring a postpartum doula when you bring a new baby into your family. Podcast …
5 Sexy Ways to Wrap an Infinity Dress
The awesome thing about an Infinity Dress is that you can wrap it in an infinite number of ways to get exactly the style and attitude you’re going for. Here, we show you five sexy ways to wrap an infinity dress. Our infinity dress sewing pattern has instructions for a deluxe version that works for either pregnant or not pregnant …
Sew an Early Pregnancy/Post-partum Wardrobe That Will Make You Feel Good
Samantha shares her tips for sewing a wardrobe to get you through early maternity and postpartum.
Ambient Soundscapes as Sewing Background: Podcast Episode 18
Erin talks about listening to ambient soundscapes as a background for sewing when you don’t want silence but want something that requires less attention than music, podcasts, or television. Podcast Player: Show Notes: The website Erin recommends for ambient soundscapes is Ambient-Mixer.com. The individual ambient mixes that she shared are: Abandoned Tent in the DesertNighttime in ArizonaRavenclaw Common RoomSlytherin Common …
5 Ways to Make Your Wardrobe Last Through Pregnancy
Newly pregnant and ready to put away your regular wardrobe? Not so fast – you might be surprised at how far your regular wardrobe can take you. No doubt your body will change a fair bit. Not only will you grow a belly, but you’ll probably go up a few sizes overall. It’s impossible to predict how much weight you …
Featured Designer: Wearable Patterns
We’re thrilled to have Melyssa of Wearable Patterns as our featured designer this month (March, 2019). To celebrate, their patterns are on sale all month! Use the coupon code WEARABLE at checkout for 15% off. Read on to get to know the designer a bit better. How long have you been sewing? Designing? I have been sewing for about 8 …
How to Get Some Sleep with Sleep Consultant Rebecca Michi: Podcast Episode 17
Erin talks to Rebecca Michi, a “no cry sleep consultant” about why sleep is so important and what a sleep consultant or pediatric sleep coach does that can help your family get some sleep. Podcast Player: Show Notes: You can find Rebecca Michi on her website and on Instagram. She recommended Dr. Sears as a go-to source for all sorts …
Maternity Style: Fringe Dress
Specs: Pattern: Fringe Blouse and Dress Pattern by Chalk & Notch View A, Size 4 Adjustments: Waistband moved up two inches to accommodate baby bump Fabric: Cotton Flannel Pictured at 34 weeks pregnant I’ve had my eye on the Fringe Dress Pattern by Chalk & Notch for a while now, so I was thrilled when Lisa reached out and asked …