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Make you own wooden sign - with Ellie & Mac Cut Files
Have you seen those beautiful hand painted wood signs that are so popular and thought “How can I do that?” Well, I am here to show you how to do just that. We are to make some great wooden signs us...
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Jersey Skirt Woven Fabric Hacks
I’ve had a weird relationship with skirts for quite some time, now... While I do love them, I don’t wear them much. Don’t ask me why because I really don’t have a clue. I like my skirts to have a t...
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Going Home + Breezy Pattern Mash
Hi friends! I love sewing and writing, so I’m pretty excited to get to contribute to Ellie & Mac’s blog today. I’m going to be showing you how I mashed together the Going Home Raglan and the B...
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Breezy Top Breastfeeding Hack
Calling all breastfeeding parents!!
I have been drooling over summer tanks and warm weather patterns only to realize I would have to undress half my body to breastfeed in them. After several Googl...
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South Shore Romper Open Back Hack
It’s been quite a while since I wrote a blogpost, but I haven’t been sitting around doing nothing. When you take a look on my Instagram profile, you can see I’ve been sewing all along. But I la...
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Pattern Hacking 101
Hi Friends! It is Sequoia and I am back with a new pattern hack! If you are anything like me you have a Pinterest board or screenshot folder filled with outfits you love and want to sew up. I add a...
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Adding Ruffled Trim to Lucky Girl
I am suddenly all about ruffle details. Not really big ruffles, small ones that carry a big punch! And it’s easier than you think. Let’s jump right in.
You don’t need anything different than what ...
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Creating an Ellie & Mac Skirt Capsule
Hi everyone! Today I am excited to share the beginning of my Ellie & Mac summer skirt capsule. Yes, you heard me right – skirts! I will share a secret with you that will significantly expand y...
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Duke Jacket Hacks Part 2 - Add an Identification Tab and Hood
A few weeks ago part one of how to modify the Duke Jacket to include hook and loop tape, a zipper and a chin guard was released with the heads up that part two would be released soon. The time has ...
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Choosing Complimentary Colors
Do you love all these colorblock shirts as much as I do, but you don´t know exactly how to combine or not sure if it´s working? Well, then you should read further.
Colors are awesome and they are ...
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Reversible Curved Hem Hack
Hi everyone! Today I am sooooo excited to share an easy little hack for the Curved Hem Tank I call the reversible version. Not reversible, like, inside to outside, but reversible, like, front to ba...
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Chest Pockets Made Easy
Hi, everyone! It’s Lakeisha from Sincerely, Shantelle and today I’ve got a super simple and easy blog for ya! I’m gonna show you step-by-step how I sew chest pockets. A few of our child patterns ...
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Cinch Top Done Halter Style
Hey Ya’ll! I’m back with another fun pattern hack and this one is super special!!
Have you seen the new Assymetrical Cinch Top? If not, here is the link to the Cinch Top #affiliate. It is such a c...
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Hacking the Poppy Top into a Dress
Hey Ellie and Mac fans! Jessica here again with another fun pattern hack. I usually blog over at the Let's Go Hobby blog, but I also enjoy writing posts for the Ellie and Mac Patterns Blog. If you...
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How to Hand Dye Lace
When I first decided on this project, I knew I wanted to use this mustard-colored printed fabric. I love the Boho look of it and knew the lace insert would only add to that feel. I hit my local Jo...
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Sew Your Own Zippered Scrunchie
Hello everybody,Here is Lesley alias Frullemieke from the blog https://frullemieke.blogspot.com again.Today I'm going to show you how to make the Ellie and Mac FREE Scrunchie with a zipper, ideal f...
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Summer Nights Top/Romper: Drawstring Hack
Hi everyone! It’s Lakeisha from Sincerely, Shantelle and today I’m on the Ellie and Mac blog with the steps to show you how to create a gorgeous blouse using the Summer Nights top from the pattern ...
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Personalizing the Duke Jacket Part 1 - Add a Zipper and Chin Guard
I love the Duke Jacket, its fit is just spot on and it’s classy yet perfect for everyday too. However, my 4 year-old girl needed some adjustments to hers. Buttons aren’t her forte yet and I wished ...
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