New Listings February 4

So the groundhog saw his shadow? How many more weeks of winter? Got snow? Brrrr...Time to sew!
When I was stuck in the house because the roads were icy and it was nasty outside I would put a big pot of soup on the stove and go to the sewing machine. #myfavoriteday

So, down to business. Here's some new listings to the GoofingOff Sewing shop....Costumes, plushies, hats, and a fancy dress or two. Oh, beautiful fabric and a cool sewing book from the 1960's.

McCall's 3016 Cat Puffalump UNCUT

McCall's 3020 Dog Puffalump UNCUT

Simplicity Sew Simple Dinosaur Costume in sizes 3-8 UNCUT #keepthekidsbusy

Butterick 4314 Misses Evening dresses in size 18-22, bust 40- 44 inch. UNCUT Designer Jessica Howard

Simplicity 8577 The Pumpkin Patch Costumes Sizes S-M-L UNCUT

Simplicity 8153 Children's Nativity Costumes UNCUT

Butterick 5261 Elegant top, skirt, and pants in size 18-20-22, bust 40 - 44 inches. UNCUT

McCall's Stitch N Sew 4209 Children's Hats UNCUT Quick to sew, just in time for the little one who lost his or her hat....they just do. This pattern was made for fleece and just right for community or charity projects, if not this winter then next. 

McCall's 4116 Misses Turbans, Head Wraps, and hats...UNCUT

Butterick 3488 Children's towels with coordinating mitts. UNCUT

McCall's 2213 Babies' summer fun outfits UNCUT Because it won't be winter forever...honest. 

Simplicity 7852 Hats....Love that Fish! This pattern is in adult and children's sizes...all included. UNCUT This pattern is made for fleece.  

Simplicity 9892 Costumes for Everybody in the family....even the ballerina UNCUT

McCall's Tips for Easy Sewing from 1968. Sound tips and advice with views of 60's patterns....Swoon!

Gorgeous vintage fabric....2 1/2 yards available. 100% cotton. 

Go forth and create great things!

Post by Eileen...who is always GoofingOff....and trying to keep her seams straight. 

New Listings January 22

I'm back! I am always amazed how much I get homesick for my life when I go away regardless of how long I am gone. The hubby, the poodle posse, Miss Baby Boxer, I miss them terribly by day 2 not to mention getting things going again after putting it all on hold for a week. So...here goes...the latest listings to the GoofingOff shop.

Burda 8510 Misses' Dresses in size 8-18.  UNCUT Fabulous European style. 

Butterick See & Sew 3827 Jumper and Top in size 18-20-22 UNCUT Rated VERY EASY to SEW

Butterick 4626 Misses Jacket and Skirt in sizes 6-10 Or 18-22 UNCUT

Butterick 5155 in size 14W-16W-18W UNCUT rated EASY to SEW

Butterick 5197 Misses' Jacket, skirt, and pants from Designer Noviello Bloom in size 18-20-22. UNCUT

McCall's 8234 Two Piece SwimSuits with Sarong, size 16, bust 38 inch UNCUT

New Look 6617 size 30-40 inch

New Look 6642 size 6-16 UNCUT

Simplicity 2340 Misses' Boyfriend Jackets Size 16-24, bust 38-46 inches UNCUT

Simplicity 3842 Misses' tops in size 8-18 UNCUT

Simplicity 4933 Misses' tops in size 6-16 UNCUT

Simplicity 7755 Misses' Dress Size 18-20-22 Bust 40-42-44 inches UNCUT....rated EASY to SEW

Simplicity 7758 Misses' Pullover Dress in size 20-24, bust 42-46 inch. UNCUT

Simplicity 7816 Misses' Dresses in size 18-22 UNCUT

Simplicity 7819 Plus Size Blouse and Skirt  in size 18W - 28W, bust 40- 50 inches. UNCUT

Simplicity 8003 Full Figure Solutions Women's Coat and Dress, size 18W - 24W. UNCUT

Vogue 9599 Misses' Hats All sizes included UNCUT

New Listings in GoofingOff Sewing

The newest listings in the GoofingOff shop. Dresses and gowns suitable for weddings, fun girls' clothes from the 1960's (ponchos!), and hats because that wind is cold. 

McCall's 4199 in size 8 UNCUT Wonderful retro look.

McCall's 9225 in size 12-14-16 UNCUT

McCall's 9681 Misses' Evening Gowns in size 14-16-18 UNCUT

McCall's 9700 Bridal Gowns Size 12-14-16 and 16-18-20 available

McCall's 9720 in girls' size 12, bust 30, from 1969. 

McCall's 3895 Hats!

Simplicity 8425 in girls' size 10 from 1969

Vogue 7251 in size 12-14-16 Complete

Sew Quick Holiday Gifts

The holidays are quickly approaching and the rush is on to create something meaningful for loved ones. Here's a few ideas that can help get the creative juices flowing.....fast.

Simplicity 1735 Misses' Cape and purse...Misses and Child's Hats, scarves, and fingerless gloves.
Yes, those oh-so-popular fingerless gloves. The pattern has the gloves in 3 sizes, even a size for the forever texting teen. Sew them in fleece or a soft knit. They'll work up quick.

McCall's 7311. Who doesn't love a Teddy? Don't like fake fur? No problem. How about a soft, luscious flannel or a minky knit? Maybe an old shirt  beautiful colors to honor someone who passed.  Precious memories.

Simplicity 2198 A cute animal pillow for a little one! My daughter had a favorite pillow when she was little. It was a big floor pillow that when she was tired I'd find her there, comfy and cozy.  No nap time fussing.

Vogue 9073...Little ornaments to sew and dress up a gift...or give as a gift. Maybe the little thing needed for a co-worker. 

McCall's 0012 Quick Picks...things to make and give. This pattern even includes a doggie bed and neckties. Sew up fast and give them out. 

McCall''s P389 Bunch of Bunnies...including an angel bunny and Santa bunny!

Post by Eileen Patterson....aka GoofingOff

Making Kaps for Kendall

After passing on the word about Kaps for Kendall I thought I should make a few caps, too. After all, I have a HUGE pile of fabric and I’m sure there is a piece or two of fleece that would make a few hats to help the cause.            Here’s the fleece I picked out, bright and colorful enough to brighten anyone’s spirits. I used the measurements and guide from Cheri’s “I Am Momma- Hear Me Roar: Upcycled Boy Hats”

After finishing the hat, it sort of reminded me of a kippah. Have to perfect this one for my use. Cute, though.

Made a couple more hats using a pattern I’ve played with before. Here’s the final result.

Too Cute!

Post by Miss Eileen.