Sparrow In Flight: Lilac Lane Patterns

Tuesday, August 11, 2015

The Case of The Forgotten Pattern Testing

I did a pattern-testing this last spring for Lila Lane Patterns. I was expecting a big launch post after she had finalized the pattern, but the focus turned to some ready-made designs she was very busy producing. Now that I have done some research, I am not certain she will be releasing this pattern for sale, but I thought I would share the dress nevertheless.

They are truly lovely dresses, but I sincerely found this pattern too complex for me to wrap my brain around. It might be because I think that really this design lends itself better to using laced fabrics instead of the cotton I chose. Lilac lane itself has several ready-wear garments that are completely devine in comparison (Check HERE)

Since these pictures were taken, my daughter has really grown into the dress and it is full summer so its perfect sleeveless. I am very glad that I took part in the testing, that I completed the dress, but in all honesty its not a pattern I would want to use again. So many of her designs I have wanted to make over and over, I am sorry to say, this was not one of those. I hope this review will be taken in the manner that it meant, meaning I am giving my honest opinion. I like the designer quite a bit, but I feel that all my reviews should be an honest reflection of how I really think of a pattern should it be chosen to be release for sale.

Thanks so much for stopping by!

*\o/* Cheers

Shanna

Friday, February 13, 2015

The Classic Elegance Jacket

[Warning: Photo-heavy post!]

I have to gush over this jacket pattern by Lilac Lane Patterns as it's absolutely darling! It was easy to put together, the instructions seemed clear and I sincerely cannot wait to make some more, perhaps next time I might do the short-sleeved option to go with some of Ziona's summer dresses that I am working on right now. I made a longer version of Lilac Lane's Sunny Days top and added in a row of pleat-ruffles to add to the ruffling goodness of this jacket. My favorite part about this jacket is that it is reversible(see pictures below)!

The best part is that their Valentines sale goes through tomorrow! You get 25% off with coupon: VALENTINE2015 You can find the Classic Elegance Jacket pattern HERE, but look around, there are so many other adorable patterns for girls and dolls!

And now we start the photo-heavy portion of this post