As you may know, I love sewing clothes for my daughters, but any chance I get to sew something for myself gives me a whole 'nother level of satisfaction. Not only does this allow me to tailor the garment to fit my body perfectly, but most times, the cost is dramatically lower to make clothes myself.
Hayley over at Mouse House Creations is about to release her newest pattern for women: The Ladies Caroline Party Dress and she has been kind enough to allow me to give away the pattern to one of you once it is released!!
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I (along with several other talented ladies) have been helping Hayley test this new pattern to ensure that it is perfect before it is released.
Let me tell you, I LOVE this pattern. I've already completed 1 dress and have plans to make at least 5 more. Yes, 5!
So, let's talk the details of this new pattern. It comes in sizes 0-22. It has 4 different hem lengths, 3 different sleeve lengths, options for pleated or gathered skirt, optional collar, optional belt loops and optional pockets! Just think of all of the different looks you can create from just one pattern.
Here's a photo of me in the 1st Caroline that I made:
Have I convinced you yet that you NEED this pattern? Really, you do. So go ahead and enter the giveaway below. 1 lucky winner will be chosen on Thursday February 13th. Winner will be notified and emailed the pattern once it is released. Pattern is slated to be released after February 13th, but an exact release date has not been determined yet.
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I think I would make a casual style one, unless I got my hands on some of that new micheal miller glitter dot...
ReplyDeleteOooh, I love that glitter dot fabric!!
DeleteSo cute! It looks adorable on you, Lisa!
ReplyDeleteThank you Vonnie!
DeleteSo cute, I can't wait to make this!
ReplyDeleteThank you!
DeleteLooking Forward to this! SO cute!
ReplyDeleteI would love to make a long sleeved dress that I could wear all the time!
ReplyDeleteI love the one you made. That color is stunning!
~Michelle
That sounds great! Thanks for stopping by!
DeleteThat is super cute! I can just see Mommy and Me outfits for me and my girls for Mother's Day this year!
ReplyDeleteThanks! Yes, that would be perfect!
DeleteI have a problem with decisions...I would just have to make one of each!
ReplyDeleteThere are just so many options!
DeleteI think I'd like the sleeveless version...first. :)
ReplyDeleteSo excited about this wonderful pattern!
ReplyDeleteThanks for entering! It really is a wonderful pattern!
DeleteI would make the sleeveless version. It's so cute!
ReplyDeleteI love the sleeveless version!
DeleteI want this! I love this style of dress, I would probably make a peplum one to start
ReplyDeleteThank you!
Deletemid calf length and maternity-ize it if I get a chance before this pregnancy is over ;)
ReplyDeleteIf you shortened the bodice to empire waist it would work!
Deletethat's what I'm planning :) I love the color of your dress, by the way! It's such a beautiful pink--my favourite!
DeleteThank you! I got lucky and found this fabric at the thrift store for $1! Was hesitant to use the pink for myself at first, but I love how it turned out.
DeleteFaux cap sleeve, belt, and above the knee length! This is so pretty. Yours is gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteThank you! That sounds great!
DeleteI love this! I would so make the sleeveless and then buy the girls version to make my daughter a matching dress!
ReplyDeleteThat will be so cute!
DeleteI NEED this pattern. I love cute, momma friendly clothes!
ReplyDeleteYes, you do NEED it! Great pattern!
DeleteI would definitely make a tea length with a peter pan collar. I love a good classic silhouette and they are so hard to find!
ReplyDeleteThat sounds fabulous!
Deletelove this! thanks for the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteThank you and good luck!
DeleteI really want to make this one! Maybe short sleeve for upcoming warm weather!
ReplyDeleteSounds great! Good luck!
DeleteI would make below the knee faux cap sleeve :)
ReplyDeleteThat'll be cute!
DeleteI love it!!
ReplyDeleteI like the sleeveless version the best! I love it!
ReplyDeleteI love the sleeveless version too!
DeleteKnee length, half sleeves, with collar.
ReplyDeleteThat will be great!
DeleteThey're all really cute! I like the faux cap sleeve dress :)
ReplyDeleteThat's my favorite!
DeleteLove this! I never make myself anything, but this would be fantastic!
ReplyDeleteThanks Sarah! You definitely need to make yourself something! Good luck!
DeleteWhat a fun dress! I love it.
ReplyDeleteThank you!
DeleteI'd make a 3/4 sleeve peplum. Love this pattern and thanks for the giveaway!
ReplyDeleteThat will be adorable!
DeleteI'd make a casual sleeveless dress for spring, something I can wear out to the park with my girls :)
ReplyDeletesuch a cute, but modest dress! The long sleeve option will definitely be my first one to make!
ReplyDeleteIt is very comfortable too! The long sleeve will be really cute.
DeleteLooking forward to this pattern! I think I'll make 3/4 sleeve, pleated version first. I LOVE this style of dress...very flattering :)
ReplyDeleteI love, love, love the pleated version. Just finished one up last night.
DeleteI want a short sleeve one with a gathered skirt, maybe belt loops. I love this pattern
ReplyDeleteI think I would make the cap sleeve version in knee length. Sounds like the perfect dress for me to make for my upcoming all girls vacation for when we go out. It is beautiful.
ReplyDelete-Alanna
Sounds like it will be perfect for you!
DeleteI would make the cap sleeve knee length version to coordinate with the Easter dress I just made for my daughter. add the belt or a sash? If you want, you can check out my daughters Easter dress here on my blog: http://sew-not-perfect.blogspot.com/2014/01/princess-dress-from-candy-castle.html?showComment=1392038570077#c8546490667970420248
ReplyDeleteThat sounds great! Going to check it out now...
DeleteIt was so kind of you to stop by AND to leave a comment. Thanks! Can't wait to discover the winner of your giveaway.
DeleteYou're welcome! Thanks for entering the giveaway and good luck!
DeleteI can't wait for this pattern! I love the short sleeves with below the knee length. The vintage-y silhouette is a great one for me!
ReplyDeleteIt really is a great pattern. You will love it!
DeleteSo so excited for this pattern, it is my birthday present to myself, so hopefully it's out by the 15th ;)
ReplyDeleteCrossing fingers it'll be out in time for your birthday! If not, it will be within days after.
DeleteI want to make every version of this dress!
ReplyDeleteI am so excited for this pattern. I've only asked Hayley three times when it was being released...I am making the 3/4 sleeves and knee length first!
ReplyDeleteYou will love this pattern!
DeletePeplum Length. I've been wanting a peplum. Making MYSELF anything is low on the list, so this would be a good excuse!
ReplyDeleteThe peplum version is so cute!
DeleteOMGoodness!!!! I love the pink one you made!!! This can go from retro to modern! I love it! I'd make the above the knee style like that one to wear with my boots! It's still FREEZING where I live and I'm dying to do a little selfish sewing! :)
ReplyDeleteThank you! I just love this pink one as well. It actually only cost $3.50 in materials so that makes it even better!
DeleteI loved the wide stripe dress version I saw.
ReplyDeleteThat sounds great!
DeleteSeriously, I want to make each and every style shown in the pattern picture! But for starters, maybe the 3/4 inch sleeve, knee length version! Not sure if I want to go causal or more formal. If causal, a springy floral cotton. If formal, some black and white print..... :) Can't wait for its release!
ReplyDeleteIt is such a versatile pattern. You will love it!
DeleteShort sleeves, tea length!
ReplyDeleteSounds great!
DeleteCap sleeves knee length. Obsessed with this pattern!
ReplyDeleteI'm obsessed with this pattern too! Just finished up my second Caroline last night.
DeleteI have every intention of making EVERY style!!! One {small} excpetion ~ instead of the faux cap sleeves, I'm going sleeve-less. MUCH more flattering for me! :D
ReplyDeleteSounds great! This pink one that I made is actually sleeveless due to an error on my part during testing, but it turned out great!
DeleteI NEED this pattern :-D
ReplyDeletelove your pink one.
Thank you! Yes, you do NEED this pattern!
DeleteCap sleeves Knee length :) I'm excited about this pattern!!! Seems very versatile.
ReplyDeleteIt is incredibly versatile. You will love it.
DeleteKnee length, either short sleeves or capped sleeves (or more likely ill try all the options one by one). It looks fabulous on you :)
ReplyDeleteI would make knee length with pockets and sleeveless too, so I can layer!
ReplyDeleteSounds great!
DeleteI need to start with the faux cap sleeves and knee length. I feel like I have been waiting forever for this pattern.
ReplyDeleteYes, this release of this pattern has been highly anticipated by many!
DeleteI'd make a sleeveless version of your dress. I love it and the color!!
ReplyDeleteAWESOME!! Thank you so much for running this giveaway! Your dress is just as lovely as Hayley's pattern!
ReplyDeleteThank you! Good luck!
DeleteLe sigh...just when I said no more patterns, I think I might need just one more...I'm really digging this dress. You did an awesome job!
ReplyDeleteThank you! This pattern is a must-have. :)
DeleteI'd make it with the pleated skirt sleeveless for summer! thanks for the chance! Yours
ReplyDeleteI just made that same version last night and it turned out so cute! I just love the pleats.
DeleteI want to make a sleeveless version for hot Florida weather!
ReplyDeleteSounds great! (as I'm freezing up here in Wisconsin)
DeleteLove this dress - no sure which to make yet
ReplyDeleteIt is a great pattern! Good luck!
DeleteI love all styles!!!
ReplyDeleteMe too! I can't wait to make them all!
DeleteLove it! I would make one with sleeves for work =)
ReplyDeleteShort sleeve, above the knee belted version. So awesome!
ReplyDeleteSounds great!
DeleteFaux cap sleeve, above the knee, pleated skirt!
ReplyDeleteThat's exactly what I made last night. I love it!
DeleteI would love it to be knee length, with cap sleeves and no collar, pleated would be nice too.
ReplyDeleteI love the pleated version!
DeleteI have the little girls version and love it so I can't wait for the women's version!
ReplyDeleteThe women's version is just as great!
DeleteYou Look great on the project sewn sew along challenge. Awesome use of thrift store bargains.
ReplyDeleteThank you Liz!! I find some pretty great fabric at the thrift store. I love it.
DeleteLove the pink!! I would start with the faux cap sleeve and pleated skirt, knee length. Thanks for the giveaway!!
ReplyDeleteSounds perfect!
DeleteMake that below the knee, pleated, short sleeves.
ReplyDeleteThat'll be gorgeous!
DeleteFaux cap, above the knee, pleated skirt (with pockets...and maybe a belt). I already have fabric in mind (Beauty Queen by JP), lol!
ReplyDeleteSounds amazing! Good luck!
DeleteI would like to make the sleeveless version first. I love the color of your dress.
ReplyDeleteThank you!!
DeleteI would do the faux cap sleeve, above the knees version. I would also do it in a polka dot fabric to give it a retro vibe.
ReplyDeleteI want to do one in polka dot too!
DeleteI'd make the sleeveless version first. I adore the black and white stripe I've seen floating around.
ReplyDeleteI love that one too!
DeleteI really like the sleeveless version but also love the peplum top. Beautiful. Love the vintage style.
ReplyDeleteI love the vintage style as well!
DeleteCannot wait to make this dress. Planning 3/4 sleeve and above the knee for my first.
ReplyDeleteSounds great!
DeleteI've been obsessed with peplums lately so I would definitely start with that version!
ReplyDeleteA dress for an upcoming wedding and then casual dresses for summer!
ReplyDeleteThat will be great!
DeleteThis pattern looks awesome! I can't wait to sew on up!
ReplyDeleteThis pattern is great! I love it.
DeleteI love the view with the jeans, short version, because I like seeing the lining.,will have to own this pattern and learn to sew big girl clothes
ReplyDeleteSounds great! Sewing big girl clothes is so rewarding!
DeleteThis is absolutely beautiful on you!
ReplyDeleteTea length, half sleeves
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful ladies (LADIES!!!!) pattern! So nice to have a versatile dress pattern on hand for any occasion! I'd love to make a tea length one using a border print fabric (reckon I can get away with some Wee Wander?)
ReplyDeleteooh, that would be so pretty!
DeleteI like the mid calf length with 3/4 sleeves, but truthfully, I'd probably have to make more than one. :D
ReplyDeleteI've made 2 so far and have plans for many more!
DeleteI can't wait for this pattern!
ReplyDeleteYou will love it!
DeleteProbably above the knee and pleated with the faux cap sleeve.
ReplyDeleteSounds great!
DeleteI am petite and have a hard time finding clothes that fit properly. I want to make one with cap sleeves!
ReplyDeleteI hear you on that!
DeleteI would love to make the color-blocked version! SO gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteI want to make a color-blocker version too!
DeleteI would make a short sleeve below the knee version.
ReplyDeleteCute!
DeleteI would make a sleeveless one - maybe try it out with a knit!
ReplyDeleteI want to try it with knit too!
DeleteI love the faux cap sleeves at the above the knee length.
ReplyDeleteI would probably make the 3/4 or sleeveless dress version. SO amazing!
ReplyDeleteIt is amazing!!
DeleteCap sleeve, above the knee. I've already got the fabric and everything!!
ReplyDeletePerfect! You will love it!
DeleteI love this pattern!! It looks great on you!
ReplyDeleteCap sleeve and above the knee is what I'd make
ReplyDeleteSounds perfect!
DeleteI might open a twitter account just to get another entry to win this pattern. I want it sooo bad.
ReplyDeleteHaha! Good luck!
DeleteFaux cap sleeve, above the knee length, Ina black/ white wide stripe.
ReplyDeleteSounds amazing!
DeleteThe peplum top!
ReplyDeleteI love the peplum top!
DeleteTotally the top!!! So cute!
ReplyDeleteIt is so cute!
DeleteCap sleeve, above the knee.....something with an anchor print!
ReplyDeleteOoh, that sounds great!
DeleteI would love to attempt a long sleeve one never sewn anything for myself before
ReplyDeleteYou will love this!
DeleteI'd like to sew the peplum top, and then a dress.
ReplyDeleteSounds great!
DeleteI'm thinking a casual one, sleeveless, knee length. Maybe in a classic black.
ReplyDeleteThis would be a perfect little black dress!
DeleteLove that pink!
ReplyDeleteThank you!! I was so nervous to use it at first because of the bold color, but I love how it turned out.
DeleteSleeveless, right above the knee with pockets and a belt! LOVE this dress
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DeleteSounds perfect! I LOVE it too!
DeleteCap sleeves, short with a belt!!!
ReplyDeleteCap sleeves, knee length with pockets for me in a gorgeous and funky floral!
ReplyDeleteShort sleeves with Mid-length
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