Thursday, February 28, 2013

Sneak Peek - Urban Unisex Hoodie 6-12years

Here is a sneak peek at our updated Urban Unisex Hoodie pattern and tutorial. 


Now in sizes 6m thru to 12 years!

With a new revised fit through the arms - making it a super layering piece and if made out of thicker knits - perfect for a spring and fall slip-on jacket!
Should be available by the beginning of next week, providing no major problems show up in testing 
So Watch For It!

Wednesday, February 27, 2013

pattern testers needed - Urban Unisex Hooded - revised (CLOSED)

 Pattern Testers Needed - Updated fit and sizing of Urban Unisex Hoodie



We have been working on all our patterns the last few weeks trying to make more sizes available, and the #1 request we get is for larger sizing of the urban hoodie.....well the wait is finally over! yay


We now have sizing from 6m thru to 12 years! (sorry no adult sizing yet :) )


We have also slightly updated all the sizes (previous pattern included) to incorporate a more roomer arm area (we have had some feedback that when using a heavier material that the arms are a bit narrow) , because of this we will need testers for all sizes, but for sizes 6m thru to 5t, we will want testers that have sewn up the previous version before.


****Please note, that once the new version of the pattern is released we will be offering the updated version in sizes 6m-5t free of charge to all those who have previously bought this pattern. This offer will be good for 4 weeks from the release date only.  Once the pattern is out we will ask anyone who would like the new pattern to email us with their original transaction/order number along with date of purchase for an updated copy.****Please do not email us before the new version is released

We Will need 2 pattern testers for each size 6-12m, 18m, 2T, 3T, 4T, 5T, 6, 7, 8, 9/10, 11/12
We have all the pattern testers now - thank you!
What you have to do:

1. Have intermediate to advanced sewing experience (nothing against newbies and not that this is a hard pattern to sew, i just need people who have used a lot of patterns before and know what makes sense :)
2. Item to be finished in 3/4 days or less of getting the pattern (by monday)
3. Check pdf for spelling mistakes or pattern labeling mistakes, or any other mistakes (...there are probably a lot :) )
4. Provide a good Picture of the finished product, both of sweater on its own and in action on a little one (Bonus **if it is a great picture and we use it on our website - you could get even more free patterns! yay)
5. For testing sizes 6m-5t, Have previously purchased and (preferably recently) sewn up the current version of the urban unisex hoodie

....not too hard right?

what you need:

  3/4- 1 1/4  yard of lightweight to med. weight knit material for main body (maybe more if you use a directional material) and the same amount for lining in an alternative knit fabric
1-3 small to med. buttons


if you think you are up to being a tester - let me know by commenting below along with the size you would like to test and your contact info ** if you don't leave me your contact info either in your comment or in an email to heidiandfinn@hotmail.com, i will not include you in the drawing sorry
 You can also sign up by emailing me directly at heidiandfinn@hotmail.com

you will be emailed the pdf file once all the testers have been chosen (you will receive the pdf file with all the sizes in your size range, although you will only need to test the one size you are picked for)

we will leave this post open until tonight to give everyone a chance to comment, and then pick the testers using a random generator, that way it is fair to everyone that comment, patterns should be emailed by late tonight or early morning. ***check our facebook page for updates

thanks again everyone!

Saturday, February 23, 2013

new sizing for sweet pocket pinafore

as promised we have been working on increasing our size range for all our patterns...
so here is the sweet pocket pinafore, updated to cover sizes 3m thru to 8 years in two pattern sets...
hope you like them




Tuesday, February 19, 2013

PlayDay dress pattern now available


The play day dress is now ready in the shop!
Here are some great examples sewn by our testers
Some really cute inspiration....





















Friday, February 15, 2013

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Heidiandfinn, a group on Flickr.

remember to post your pics to our flickr group.....you may be picked to win free patterns!

Sunday, February 10, 2013

Pattern Testers playday dress- CLOSED

Pattern Testers Needed - New PlayDay Dress

 Pattern Testers Needed for our Newest Pattern in sizes 12m to 12
WE HAVE ALL THE TESTERS NOW, THANK YOU



This dress is a super fast and easy sew.
A great little dress that simply slips over the head. shoulder button flaps and front pockets are a cute detail that makes this dress different but are totally optional.



Great for running and playing.perfect everyday dress. Can also be shortened to tunic length, even t-shirt length. a really versatile pattern


This dress can be made from almost any stretch material, jersey, interlock, sweater knit, spandex, lycra, stretch fleece, etc.




We Will need 2 pattern testers for each size 12m, 18m, 2T, 3T, 4T, 5T, 6, 7, 8, 9/10, 11/12

What you have to do:

1. Have intermediate to advanced sewing experience (nothing against newbies and not that this is a hard pattern to sew, i just need people who have used a lot of patterns before and know what makes sense :)
2. Item to be finished in 1 Week or less of getting the pattern
3. Check pdf for spelling mistakes or pattern labeling mistakes, or any other mistakes (...there are probably a lot :) )
4. Provide a good Picture of the finished product, both of sweater on its own and in action on a little one (Bonus **if it is a great picture and we use it on our website - you could get even more free patterns! yay)

....not too hard right?

what you need:

  3/4- 1 1/4  yard of lightweight to med. weight material for main body (maybe more if you use a directional material)
1/2 yard of lightweight fabric for binding. (or already made knit binding)
4 small to med. buttons


if you think you are up to being a tester - let me know by commenting below along with the size you would like to test and your contact info ** if you don't leave me your contact info either in your comment or in an email to heidiandfinn@hotmail.com, i will not include you in the drawing sorry

you will be emailed the pdf file once all the testers have been chosen (you will receive the pdf file with all the sizes in your size range, although you will only need to test the one size you are picked for)

we will leave this post open until tuesday to give everyone a chance to comment, and then pick the testers using a random generator, that way it is fair to everyone that comments

thanks again everyone!

Friday, February 8, 2013

Sneek Peek- PlayDay Dress pattern

Just a Peek at our newest pattern
the PlayDay Dress
We will be offering this dress in two size ranges 12m-5t, and 6-12 girls
this is a super comfy t-shirt style dress, with button flaps on the sleeves and pocket details. It is REALLY easy, and FAST to sew. Only 1 pattern piece, and one pocket piece to cut out! 



we will be looking for testers for all sizes in the next two days so watch out for the tester call