15
Nov

Sewing Pattern Blog Tour ~ Stef from Girl. Inspired.

Today is actually going to be our final stop on The Cottage Mama Sewing Patterns blog tour.  Our original final stop, Anna from Noodlehead, had to cancel due a family matter.  But I have to say, I think this final stop is going to Knock. Your. Socks. Off.  I love Stef from Girl. Inspired.  I don't know how long she and I have been emailing back and forth, but I think if we knew each other in real life we would definitely be friends.  She has three beautiful daughters and has a love for all things girly.  Her parties are amazing and not only is she a fabulous sewer … continue reading

14
Nov

Sewing Pattern Blog Tour ~ Anneliese from Aesthetic Nest

We're back on, The Cottage Mama Sewing Patterns blog tour and we are heading over to the gorgeous blog, Aesthetic Nest to see Anneliese's fall version of the 'Shortcake Reversible Romper and Dress' pattern.Anneliese is a girl after my own heart!  I pretty much love everything she does.  She has incredibly classy style and most all of her designs emit an updated version of classic, vintage style.  Aesthetic Nest is one of the first blogs I check in my reader and I am always thrilled when she posts.  Hopefully one of these days, Anneliese and I will get together to … continue reading

12
Nov

Sewing Pattern Blog Tour ~ Kristin from Kojo Designs

Today is the fourth stop on, The Cottage Mama Sewing Patterns blog tour and we are heading over to Kristin and Jordan's incredibly inspiring blog, Kojo Designs for Kristin's take on the 'Shortcake Reversible Romper and Dress' pattern.Kristin and Jordan's blog, Kojo Designs, is full of amazing DIY projects and ideas.  Trust me, if you've never been over there to visit, you will spend hours searching around getting totally inspired to create.  They have some serious style and eye-candy photography.  These sisters share their love of all things handmade and throw … continue reading

11
Nov

Sewing Pattern Blog Tour ~ Katy from No Big Dill

Wow, we are already on day three of The Cottage Mama Sewing Patterns blog tour and today we are heading over to Katy's blog, No Big Dill to check out her version of the 'Janey Jumper' pattern. Katy Dill is the mother of six children.....yes, you read that correctly.....SIX children!  After having five little girls, she recently gave birth to their very first baby boy.  She had him several weeks after I had Caspian Finn so the fact that she is participating in this blog tour is just awesome because she is definitely in the throws of 'newborn-land', just as I am.  … continue reading

10
Nov

Sewing Pattern Blog Tour ~ Christie from A Lemon Squeezy Home

Today is the second stop on, The Cottage Mama Sewing Patterns blog tour and we are heading over to Christie's darling blog, A Lemon Squeezy Home, for her take on the 'Shortcake Reversible Romper and Dress' pattern.Christie has two boys and one little lady.  She has great project ideas for little boys and girls and writes with such a positive, uplifting spirit.  Christie is doing a wonderful photography series right now, so if you've ever wanted to improve your skills, you must check it out!  Here is Christie's darling little lady modeling her version of the … continue reading

9
Nov

Sewing Patterns Blog Tour ~ Jess from Craftiness is not Optional

As I mentioned yesterday, The Cottage Mama Sewing Patterns are going on tour.  The first stop is over on the lovely Jess's blog, Craftiness is not Optional.  Today Jess is showing off her version of the Janey Jumper sewing pattern and giving away two copies of the pattern!Jess has two sweet little girls and comes up with some of the best little girls outfits.  She is so sweet and has a really fun writing style.  We 'met' (though we've never met in person) through the first edition of the children's sewing contest, Project Run and Play. I've loved her blog ever … continue reading

8
Nov

The Cottage Mama Sewing Patterns ~ Blog Tour

I'm excited to announce that over the next two weeks, The Cottage Mama Sewing Patterns will be going on tour with some of your favorite bloggers!  Seven of my blogging friends will be sewing up one of the two newly released The Cottage Mama Sewing Patterns, sharing their creations and giving away two of my patterns on each blog......that's a total of 14 patterns!Here are the blogs that will be participating:These ladies are all incredibly talented and I am so excited to see what each of them has created from my new patterns. If you aren't a regular reader of these … continue reading

8
Nov

Bounce Dryer Bar Review and $50.00 Visa Gift Card Giveaway

This is a sponsored review from BlogHer and Bounce. All opinions are 100% mine.Laundry, laundry, laundry - does it ever end? Well, with three kids under the age of four, the answer is..........no. I was recently asked if I would like to try out the new Bounce Dryer Bar and I jumped at the opportunity. Have you heard of this product? Well, it's the newest in the line of products from Bounce and it is fabulous! It has all the benefits of dryer sheets, but brings it to you in a more convenient form. I know I have reviewed products here and there on the blog, but … continue reading

7
Nov

Butterfly Kisses Fabric ~ Sponsored Giveaway

 There's a new fabric shop online!  I am pleased to welcome a new sponsor to The Cottage Home blog ~  Butterfly Kisses Fabric!Butterfly Kisses Fabric is a brand new online store dedicated to all your fabric and sewing needs.  Their goal is to offer you a wide selection of beautiful and modern designer fabrics at competitive prices.  Their quality, 100% cotton fabrics are perfectly suited for creating quilts, clothing, home decor and more.  Additionally, they carry a variety of contemporary sewing and quilting patterns from today's most popular designers.  … continue reading

7
Nov

Shortcake Reversible Knicker Shorts ~ Tutorial

Many of you have purchased my recently released 'Shortcake Reversible Romper and Dress' pattern and I want to say a big, big thank you for all of your support.  I plan to offer several tutorials on the blog to help you get the most out of your pattern purchase and today is the first one.Today we are going to use the 'Shortcake' pattern by The Cottage Mama to create a fall knicker short that can be worn over tights for the colder weather months that are upon us.  These knickers are a great way to add a little pop of color to your little ones wardrobe and are fully … continue reading