A Cute Dress Tutorial & A Question For You About...Ironing Board Covers

Good Monday morning! We enjoyed a beautiful sunny weekend with lots of time at the park, birthday parties, hanging out with friends and then around the fire pit making S'mores for the first time this year. It was fantastic! (Though I shall go down in history as The.Worst.S'mores.Maker.EVER. ha ha) You wouldn't think you could go wrong with something so simple as S'mores, but I'm here to tell you that yes, you can. What a gooey albeit yummy mess!

Soooooo... I've been sewing nearly my entire life and have picked up most of the things I know from either A. my Mom and my Gram; B. figuring things out on my own; or C. from asking around. And now I'm going to ask!

I have tried several different types of ironing board covers over the years and end up loathing every single one of them. They stain, they scorch (even when I'm not using super high heat), and they generally just behave miserably after such a short amount of time. I have used Scotchguard treated ones and non-treated ones, cotton jersey and woven cotton. They all end up a spotty, stained mess, which makes me considerably anxious and paranoid when working with white cotton. The staining can transfer, obviously, or just dull the crispness of the white. Not good!

The sewers in my life haven't offered me any wisdom here, so please tell me, what has worked for you? Have you found a cover that stands the test of time? Was it expensive, because I'm not gonna lie, that would be painful. Any thoughts or recommendations would be greatly appreciated....thanks!

I am still trying to get Isabelle's Easter dress photographed. In the meantime, here's a link to a fun tutorial for you from a couple of years ago, perfect for this lovely spring weather! Enjoy!

Find tutorial HERE

My Favorite Spring Floral Nightgown

Isn't this the loveliest floral fabric? I am so smitten with it, and it seems I'm not the only one. This premium cotton is selling out quickly, so if you'd like to order a nightie, you may want to do that before it's all gone.

I don't know why it looks so washed out in my photos- must've had my settings off, argh- but it is just the sweetest print for a little girl's old-fashioned nightgown. Such a beautiful aqua color with perfectly pink blooms. I love it!

Thank you so much to all who have placed an order with me. I appreciate it so very much! I hope to have an exciting announcement to write out very soon....   ;)

For more information about nightgowns for sale, please visit my Etsy shop, Rose & Ruffle. As always, if you have any questions, just ask!

Also, warmer weather has fiiiinally settled in around here, so I'm hoping to get those photos of Isabelle's Easter dress soon. I've also got a "helpful hints" post for a summer dress but just had to keep waiting out winter before moving forward on that one. Hopefully this week!

Spring & Summer Cotton Pajamas at Rose and Ruffle

While the weather is definitely not acting very spring-like these days, these pretty cotton pajamas certainly brighten my day. Maybe they'll brighten yours, too!

This sweet butterfly set is currently for sale (size 3t/4t)...

And so are these cute pink floral ruffled pajama / lounge pants (size 5t/5)...

Custom orders are available in sizes 12 Months through 5t for either a one of a kind set or just the pretty pants.

I love making matching or coordinating sets for sisters, friends, cousins...whoever!

You can read more about these and other items in my Etsy shop - Rose & Ruffle. Thank you.  =)

Summer Nightgowns

Well, the snow is falling yet again in our neck of the woods. It's coming down so hard I can hardly see out the window! But...I'm gearing up for summer. Summer nightgowns, anyway. I'm now taking custom orders so if you see something you like, just email me or send me a message through Etsy, and I'll be happy to work with you to create something one of a kind and special. Thank you!  =)

There will be more items available soon.

Be sure to check out Rose & Ruffle for details!