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Ellie and Mac 2022 Year in Review
The year 2022 is coming to a close, and it has been another great one, thanks to all of you! Thanks for supporting Ellie and Mac by buying our patterns, hanging out with us on social media, showin...
Read MoreBe Invincible & Urban Legs Pattern Mash
Hey Ellie and Mac readers! Jessica here, back again with another blog post. I usually blog over on the Let's Go Hobby Blog. You can check out my Ellie and Mac posts by clicking HERE.
I have writ...
Read MoreBack-to-School Pencil and Paper Outfits
Hey! It’s Sarah from Sew Salty and Free!
Back to school definitely looks a lot different this year for a lot of families. Whether we’re doing virtual online, homeschooling, doing a hybrid schedule,...
Read MoreLucky Sleeve Top - Cold Sholder Jumper Mash Up
Hi all! Here Ilse from @sewsewilse.
Today I want to show you my ‘Lucky Girl jumper’! I know EAM has already a few gorgeous jumper patterns in her collection, but because I love the Lucky Girl top s...
Read MoreComparing different fabrics for the Slow Sunday Top
Hello! I’m Aimee, also known as the Sewing Scientist, here to bring you a new blog post for Ellie & Mac. This blog contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase through them, I will receive ...
Read MoreBookclub Top Maternity Hack
Can’t find a maternity pattern that’s stylish AND nursing friendly? Sometimes, you gotta take the matter in your hands and make it yourself!
Here's one hack that fits both those bills.
First, prin...
Read MoreAdding Sleeves to the Gathered Tankini Swimsuit
Hi everyone! My name is Teri Geurts and I’m a pattern tester at Ellie and Mac. I'm sure you have seen Ellie and Mac’s awesome new Gathered Tankini Swimsuit pattern. Did you know that you can add...
Read MoreCurved Hem Zippered Pocket Hack
Hi everyone! Today I am going to share a hack on the free curved hem pocket tank. I love the look of this tank and how it is perfect for athletic wear. I walk my dogs every morning. Between carryin...
Read MoreBe Graceful Dress & Jersey Skirt Mash Up
Hi gang! I’m Sequoia, from SequoiaLynn Sews and today I am sharing my brand new (and possibly my favorite) Ellie and Mac pattern hack to date! My plan was to scroll through my lengthy list of EAM p...
Read MoreMaking Your Own Tags for Sewing Projects
Hello everyone. I’m Vanessa from Mom Of 5 Trying To Survive and I’m so excited to be with you.
Today, I want to show you how to make your own tags for your sewing projects. If you make clothes, ba...
Read MoreFull Tummy Adjustment Tutorial (for men and women)
Hi there! This is Manda. I am going to take you along on my journey on learning how to do a Full Tummy Adjustment!! Doesn't that sound exciting? Are you wondering what a Full Tummy Adjustment is? T...
Read MoreWomen Trendsetter Skirt Hack
I have seen tiered skirts all over Pinterest and magazines. I love the look, and I wanted to create a tiered skirt with Ellie and Mac patterns. The Trendsetter Skirt was perfect to create my pinspi...
Read MoreBe Unstoppable in a Skirt!
My sister recently saw some Ellie and Mac cut files that I had made and asked me to make some for my niece and nephew to which I said, “OF COURSE…and I’ll make some bottoms to go with them so they ...
Read MoreAdd a Lapel to Your South Shore Romper
Well, I really like the look of a tailored collar/ lapel and today I am going to walk you through the steps how you can add them to your favorite pattern yourself!It needs some preparation and when...
Read MoreNot So Basic Pants Hack: slimming the legs
Hi, Deborah here!
For those following my blog or IG, as you know, I fell under the spell of the Not So Basic Pants. Wonderful how you can cut and process fabric into well fitted trousers in half an...
Read MoreForever Flounce Shift Dress Hack/Mash
Hi! It’s Sarah from Sew Salty and Free! When the Forever Flounce Pattern released I instantly fell in love and bought the pattern for myself! It has not disappointed me! I love this top! BUT! I’m...
Read MoreBe Smart Jumper Hack
Hey Ellie and Mac fans! Jessica here from the blog Let's Go Hobby, where I blog about sewing, gardening, food, and more.I'm back again for another pattern hack installment! You can check out my las...
Read MoreHow To Make The Stay Cozy Cardigan Reversible
Hi, this is Manda again! In this blog I am going to show you how to make a cardigan reversible. I am working with the Stay Cozy Jacket (Kid's Version or Adult's Version). I am using the kid's versi...
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