Bring on the LOVE - Sale!!

Are you thinking Valentine's day yet? If not, you will be soon! I wanted to kick start your Vday creativity by offering a SALE on the Maddie Bee and Kitschy Corset PATTERNS! 

They are currently 1/2 off (for a limited time)!!!

Bring on the Love and sew up something fun for your little sweetheart to wear! I used the Maddie Bee Pattern to create this "Queen of Hearts" Top. 

And if you are wanting to sew up a gift for your girlfriends, a teacher or even YOU the Kitschy Corset is a fun way to "spice" it up! 

Amy of Priddy Creations created this darling Kitschy Apron. LOVE the green zebra print. 

And I created this frilly and feminine little number. Just a few examples of fun design options for both patterns to your own ideas flowing!

so snatch up a PATTERN today for 1/2 off! 

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What do you wear in the kitchen?

I've always liked to think of aprons as an extension of who YOU are and what your sense of style is. 

(Lucy Apron Pattern)

Yes they are meant to keep you clean while cooking but they don't have to take away your fashion sense! Let them compliment your outfit and/or personality. Let them bring you compliments when someone catches you wearing one while baking up something yummy. Let it be something you want to answer the door in when the bells rings instead of ripping it off because you are embarrassed someone will see you. (*snicker*)

(Kitschy Corset Apron pattern)

With the Holidays approaching and all the baking, parties and hosting that goes one, I want you to do so in style! OR if you already own a great apron, save a friend or family member who needs a little help in this department (wink, wink). Grab one of my apron patterns or ePatterns and sew up something lovely (and if you use the code BrassyAprons you can snag a 10% discount).....I love a little handmade in the Holiday season.....

(Everyday Hostess ePattern)

(Kitschy Corset Apron Pattern)

and don't forget about my easy to wear apron TOPS for girls - The Maddie Bee pattern. So CUTE crafted up "santa" style for Holiday parties!

(maddie bee apron top pattern)

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More options......Maddie Bee Pattern

You saw all the fun from yesterday's post, so let's keep the fun going!! 

Marie of Bella Marie Designs on etsy, was my third wonderful pattern tester! 

LOVE the vibrant colors!! 

Marie used 3 different design options - The Split design on the BOTTOM, the pear applique and a small white ruffle of tulle on both sides of the waistband. 

Thank you Marie!!! 

"The Maddie Bee Apron Top took me no time at all to whip up.  I sewed it during my daughter's nap time and when she woke up and saw it, her little eyes lit up and she sweetly asked if she could wear it for the rest of the day.  I love the versatility of this simple pattern...the options are endless and it takes very little fabric.  I am definitely making more of these for my girls this summer to throw over a tank top!"  - Marie 

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and lastly (sniff....sniff.....I wish I had more to share) is the fabulous Suzy!

Suzy regrets she did not have a model to use but she create 2 Maddie Bee Tops!

Suzy used 4 different design options - The Split design on the BOTTOM, pockets, square hemline and the extra long waist ties

"I loved this pattern because not only did it fly together so quickly but with the versatile layout options, I could actually make this top with scraps! Once I looked over the instructions, construction was a natural flow and I was able to whip out a second top in less than an hour! Once you make one, you'll want to make many more in all sorts of combinations.  I also love how this top is a great and easy compliment to a pair of jeans and a t-shirt taking basics to a whole new level."  -  Suzy


A HUGE thank you to all my testers on this pattern! I can't wait to see what all of  YOU create with the Maddie Bee Pattern! 


psst! we've got a fun post tomorrow showing how to create the Maddie Bee with a "theme" in mind....You DON'T want to miss it! 

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Monday Mayhem #2.......

Are you feeling the Holidays yet? I am getting excited for food, family and all the festivities!

If you are looking for Holiday gifts or Holiday themed type gifts this week is for YOU!

New this week:

1. Ms. Claus cropped apron. It's flirty and fun! Perfect for crafting, craft shows, decorating, etc. to keep necessary items close at hand!

2. Holiday Cheer Skinny Scarf. Cheerful and fun- perfect for secret santa gifts, teachers or for YOU! Bright colors, fur capped ends and a touch of metallic silver thread for sparkle!



3. and of course Bunchy Scarves have been restocked - Berry Wine, Plum, Olive and Cream. Plus check out what other colors weren't snatched up from last week!

4. and if you hadn't heard already - The Kitschy Corset Apron pattern is now available! Full printed pattern pieces! Sew some up this Holiday season with this great pattern. (for extra ideas see my blog post here)

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Feeling Kitschy.......

The Kitschy Corset Apron pattern is just about finished - YEAH! It will first be available in ebook format, followed soon by the printed version. I have some sneak peeks from my photographer that I wanted to share plus the adorable aprons that my wonderful pattern testers created!

First up is Amy from Priddy Creations. She created this apron in the swanky fabric line - Summer Soiree - from Paula Prass. I love the touch of zebra on the corset top!

Then we have the Karen of Venezie Bags. Love the striking combo of the orange and pink and the large button too!

And my lastly is Christie from The Secret Stitch Club. Did you notice the bottom ruffle has two colors? Love how she combined them!

HUGE thank you to my Testers! They helped me polish up the pattern and gave me some great suggestions so that hopefully it will be even more user friendly than before!

And here's a few sneaky peeky's of the photos from the photographer. I should be getting all the photos in a few days. Once I have the cover completed I will be able to release the ebook and get this pattern sent off to the printer!

Could the model be any cuter! so perfect for this apron. I am DYING to see all the photos - are you? ha ha ha.........I will anxiously be awaiting the arrival of the mail each day until it comes. Make it a great day..........

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ApronFEST - winner and NAME!

THANK YOU to all the apron lovin' bloggers who stopped to give their input. So many fun ideas, I really enjoyed reading each comment. You put a smile on my face. :)

I hope you stopped by all the other apron giveaways during ApronFEST 09 hosted by The Apronista! It has been really fun for me getting to know others who love to create aprons and there are LOTS to be snatched up~!!

The winner of the "un-named apron" from our giveaway is CARRIE! Congrats! please email me ASAP to claim your prize....

And as you can see from the picture - this design now has a name! wahHOOO!

Introducing.......The Kitschy Corset Apron

But wait! for all those feeling a bit sad today because you didn't win....the pattern for this apron is in the works AND there will be some ready made designs available in my shop very soon! PLUS another giveaway later this month. (on two different blogs - stay tuned for details so I can direct to you there they are!!)

Have a great weekend! I have LOTS of pictures to share next week and more fun news!!

xo ~Meg

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Aprons, aprons everywhere!

Want my new apron? Now you can! Snatch yourself up alittle Lucy with my new designs. Perfect for brightening up your day and heading into the Spring and Summer Season. Thinking Mother's day yet? It's only about 1 month away! eek! These would be great to give to YOUR Mother or Mother in law or to give to yourself! ;)


The Lucy Aprons are reversible and they tie back at the waist/hips or the chest - Fun flirty looks!

Want to create your own? You can! The Lucy Apron is available in ebook format for you to sew up!

Looking for a great hostess apron? I've got those too! and it's super "sweet" - Mint Chocolate Chip sweet to be exact.

Be the hostess with the mostess, give a great hostess gift or what about Teacher gifts for the end of the year? This hostess apron is reverisble as well! what's on the other side??? You'll have to head over to my shop to find out!

The threads have been flying around here and there are a few more aprons to come! Don't wait though because these fabric combinations won't be created again!

Enjoy your day! xo ~ Meg

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Name game - GIVEAWAY!!!

edited: (giveaway has now ended)

Calling for help.........anyone out there?..........................I need some inspired minds. :)


I have been busily working on a new pattern but I'm stuck now and am reaching out into the blogger land for help! I need some help coming up with a name for this new pattern design. Post your ideas in the comments section please and the one I think fits it the best will win an apron from me!


These are not the cover photos but some past photos I had (you may recognize them) - so post away!!! (I'll leave it open for a week and hopefully I will find what I need!) THANK YOU! thank YOU!!!

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