Willow & Co. – Fawn Lily

So if you’ve been following along on my adventures in sewing of late, you may have heard me say that I was pattern testing in addition to trying to make my Kids Clothes Week sewing challenge.  I didn’t make my KCW goals, but I had a really good reason – I was pattern testing a couple of patterns for the new pattern company Willow & Co!  They’re letting the testers have the glory of sharing first from the collection!
I am so honored to get to call the ladies who founded Willow & Co friends and I was very excited to be selected to test two of the patterns.  I tested the Fawn Lily by Rebecca of Rock the Stitch, and the Clover Shorts by Hayley at Mouse House Creations.  I’ll share my Clover Shorts tomorrow, but today it’s all about the Fawn Lily:

First let me say that Hadley is not always the most excited about photo shoots, but she obviously loved her new top and got right into the action this day!  I had hoped to be able to set up a scene outside, but the weather did not cooperate and I went with my old standby location in Arden’s bedroom.

You guys, this pattern is soooo cool!  One of the methods for finishing the faux cap sleeves is one I’d read about but never did and it’s seriously like a magician’s trick!  Pull a bodice out of the sleeve – Bam!

Now that I’m working on my own pattern I have a new found respect for what it takes to create a great pattern, and let me tell you, Rebecca has it down!  Often pattern tutorials aren’t all tied up by testing, but this one was already clear as day and very professional.

With the three areas of the pattern, there are so many opportunities to play with different fabrics.  I used a grey polka dot for the yoke pieces, a solid pink cotton for the sleeves, and plaid shirting for the tunic.

It’s designed for girls sized 3 months all the way to 12 years, and you can choose from among a laundry list of options to make your Fawn Lily exactly as you like:

  • Crossover or button yoke
  • Smooth or pleated sleeves
  • Top, tunic, or dress lengths
  • A-line or gathered skirt

The fit is perfection!  Hadley measures at 3T and it is exactly the right size for her.  And I love the little in-seam pockets!

The whole Wanderlust Collection will be released on April 22.  You will have the option to purchase single patterns, the entire collection, or bundles.  Let me tell you, I will be sewing all of these patterns just as soon as I can clone myself a couple of times over so I can get the time.  Oh, but I guess I’d have to buy another sewing machine, too.  Oh darn – wink!

Hadley’s saying “Hey!  Make your kid a Fawn Lily, cuz I love it!”


Outfit details:
Pattern: Fawn Lily by Rock the Stitch
Fabrics: grey polka dot quilting cotton, pink broadcloth, plaid shirting all from Jo-Ann Fabrics.
Chambray Shorts: Circo from Target
Tights: Old Navy
Gold Oxford Shoes: Osh Kosh B’gosh

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11 Responses to Willow & Co. – Fawn Lily

  1. Lisa @ PiePie Designs April 14, 2014 at 2:14 PM #

    Super cute top! I love your fabric choices.

  2. Heidi Polcyn April 14, 2014 at 2:29 PM #

    So super duper cute!!! Love it paired with the shorts and tights. I’m with you, I’d like to clone myself too, just to sew ALL. THE. THINGS! 😉

  3. stacey April 14, 2014 at 2:55 PM #

    and it has pockets… I love it! I marked April 22nd on my calendar.

  4. OnceUpona Sew April 14, 2014 at 5:10 PM #

    cute! love your pattern mixes.

  5. Mie Brindle April 14, 2014 at 6:23 PM #

    YAY, this is such a great version and Hadley looks great in it. Thank you so much for testing Jennifer!

  6. Rebecca Holmes April 14, 2014 at 7:53 PM #

    Thanks for the shout out Hadley! 🙂
    So darn cute! Thanks for sharing Jennifer!

  7. Falafel and the Bee April 15, 2014 at 2:05 AM #

    That is a super adorable top~! I love the uniqueness of the cross-over part.
    Looks adorable on your girl too!
    ~Michelle

  8. Leentje April 15, 2014 at 4:50 PM #

    I love it too!

  9. Magda E. April 15, 2014 at 9:18 PM #

    Really original. Loved the pattern.

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