Fashioning Fun FROM 2020-21
In so many respects, 2020-21 has been a tough year.
We want to share with you a few of the brighter moments for us here at Farmhouse Fabrics.
Also – we have 1,000s of pictures from our many photoshoots that you have never seen… and they’re just too good not to share!
Fashioning Fun from 2020-21, Farmhouse Fabrics.com
At least 4x/year, we sew up some pretty fabulous frocks, hire our favorite photographer, find the perfect spot… …then we show off just a bit. Table of
Contents 1. Fall 2020
Adorable dresses, boys in bow ties…you’ll fall for them all!
2. Holiday 2020
Lace dresses for the holidays, plus another in a beautiful poinsettia fabric
3. Spring 2021
Silk stripes, textured fabric, all in lovely, soft colors for spring
4. Summer 2021
Beach fun in boys’ jammers and girls beach coverups
Photography by Birdsong Louis Photography 2
1. Fall 2020
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The Photoshoot
As with any theatrical production, (or wedding!) there is a lot of scrambling and panic the morning of one of our photoshoots. And then, some how… it all just comes together. Photography by Birdsong Louis Photography
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From Bed to Set Anyone in the South knows that an early morning start is the best way to avoid the heat and to “git er done.” We take smaller kids directly from bed to location - fewer changings = smilier faces!
Big Kids are a BIG Help Our older kids are PROS when it comes to entertaining (and keeping in line) younger sibs or cousins. A range of ages works well!
The Bubbas We are delighted when we can include the boys. Not so sure they feel the same, but they are very cooperative! And we love the adorable shots they bring to our collection.
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Props We’ve learned to bring props. Not just chairs and flowers but dolls and toys and snacks, and yes, candy,…lots of yummy candy.
A Scramble.
It is always a scramble to pack, haul, set up, and get everyone dressed and ready before the photographer arrives. But we’re finding our groove!
Final Touches Straighten that tie, turn down this collar, wipe off those crumbs. We’re good to go!
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Following her marching ordersjust be adorable… all day long!
Some of the best shots of this little one come unexpectedly, undirected… when the photographer just follows her around, snapping away.
A kiss and a hug and off she goes… yet again!
The Pattern This adorable little dress was made with Bonnie Blue pattern #157, “Laurel.”
Shop pattern HERE
The Fabrics The dress fabric is a brushed cotton challis with woven black dots (sorry - sold out). Contrasting piping, collar, and covered buttons (down back) were made with a black featherwale corduroy.
Shop piping HERE Shop featherwale corduroy fabric HERE Shop covered button kit
Finishing Touches Shoes, hat, and purse are must-haves for any dressed-up little girl. We find them in our stash or at… Amazon.com 7
Jane Cely’s classic bow tie in silk dupioni? Just…YUM!
Shop Silk Dupioni
Featured (with pattern download) in Classic Sewing, Autumn 2020
“Hey, Gigi! The Bubbas are lookin’ so cute in their fancy bow ties, huh?!”
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too bad we’re cousins
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i kinda like red hair
We love our long-sleeve variation of “Audrey Mae” by Joy Welsh (left) featured with pattern in Classic Sewing, Autumn 2020. This lovely lace dress (along with pattern) is featured in the Holiday 2020 issue of Classic Sewing.
Back issues of Classic Sewing are always available at Farmhouse Fabrics.com SHOP HERE
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The Pattern We added contrasting velvet piping and ruffles to bodice and sleeves on this short-sleeved variation of Joy Welsh’s “Audrey Mae”. A whole new look, and isn’t she lovely!
Pattern and details on this variation are included in Classic Sewing Autumn 2020. PURCHASE HERE
This Fabric This beyond fabulous brocade fabric with its woven rosebud design, as you can imagine, sold out quickly.
Those Buttons The buttons down the back are Mother of Pearl, our all-time favorite go-to button – so we have a literal ton of them.
SHOP MOP BUTTONS 12
Finishing Touches The perfect buttons and a Petersham ribbon tie at the waist – perfect!
Shop Ribbon Shop Buttons 13
The Pattern Joy Welsh’s “Audrey Mae” - wonderfully versatile and popular.
Pattern is included in Classic Sewing Autumn 2020. PURCHASE HERE
Ribbon Here on the sleeve, hair, and waist… see how silk satin ribbon (color #31) can pull a garment up three notches.
Shop our stash of Silk Satin Ribbon HERE and all our Ribbons & Trims HERE. 14
This Fabric…right?! Fantastic embroidered silk organza has a hand painted look. Amazingly, we do have some left, but… better hurry!
SHOP FABRIC! 15
Our everpopular musthave bouffant slip is…well, exactly all that.
Get Hers HERE
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2. Holiday
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The Photoshoot
It was lace for the holidays – these gorgeous dresses were featured in Classic Sewing Magazine, Holiday 2020. The girls showed them off under the beautiful fir trees lining the entrance to Redcliffe Plantation. Photography by Birdsong Louis Photography
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Prop City We often run around the shop last minute just grabbing ANYTHING we think might “spruce” it up for us. Pun intended!
The Battle Plan Kids entertain themselves while the adults come up with a plan. We discuss best backdrops, kidcombinations to include, garment features we want to highlight, etc.
Setting the Stage(s) Everyone helps set things up for the shoot. Our inspiration for this location here was this beautiful row of fir trees along the entrance to Redcliffe Plantation in Beech Island, not far from the shop.
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Composition & Balance Arranging a successful set around our models requires patience, a lot of tweaking…and, of course, contending with the SC sun.
Wait!...
Emma – I can’t see your bow. Smile, Charlee. Can you skooch a tad to the left, Andie. Ok, y’all look at Holly and SMILE! Wait! That gift box fell over.
Hold Your Breath… …for the perfect shot!
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These girls really are
Super Models
The Lace Dress This simple, lovely dress and slip was designed by owner, Sally Whinghter. Easy to fit, easy to wear. The pattern is the featured and included in the Holiday 2020 issue of Classic Sewing magazine. Back issues of Classic Sewing are always available
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Gorgeous, right? Of course, this fabric sold out right away.
No worries - we have loads of lace fabrics to choose from.
SHOP LACE FABRICS 6
Similar Fabric This specific fabric has since sold out but we can recommend something very similar
SHOP NAVY LACE
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Our “Lace Dress” looks transformed and festive with a wide silk satin bow at the waist and sleeves. Gold lace makes for a classic look at any age - perfect for the holidays!
SATIN RIBBON LACE FABRIC
The “Lace Dress” pattern was adapted for little sister and dolly, adding fullness for ease of play! Pattern is a free download with purchase of Classic Sewing Holiday 2020. 10
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3. Spring
Photography by Birdsong Louis Photography
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The Photoshoot
This outing was relatively easy – two girls, a toddler, and a baby. Much more low-key (and fun) than some of our other shoots. The weather was enjoyable, the girls were happy, the dresses were absolutely lovely. A great day!
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Sally Sewist The solid rock behind this operation, owner Sally Whinghter can pull off a photoshoot like nobody’s business. It certainly helps that she loves sewing for our wonderful models… her beautiful grandchildren.
Sweet ‘n Soft for the Win We selected sweet ‘n soft peach and blue/green hues for our spring shoot this year. They are smashing together, are they not? So elegant!
The Perfect Touch With 100s of floral embellishments at the shop, Sally can always find the perfect one to finish a garment in style. #elevate
Pick Some Flowers HERE 2
Props Keeping the kids happy and having a fun time leads to great photos in the end. We try to keep the agenda light and run with what is working at the time.
Ham.
Always bring a ham. Gotta have it. It’s a Southern thang!
It’s Organza …for the perfect bow.
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angelic
The Pattern Sally has done it again - adapted a vintage pattern of which she has umpteen boxes. We love the rolled collar, V-back, MOP buttons. A one-of-a-kind, folks.
This Fabric! Beyond fabulous – 100% silk satin stripe organza is…to SEW for! This is the one. Look no further.
Shop HERE
That Belt!! Sally fashioned this tie belt by layering an embroidered silk chiffon with a peach organdy.
Find FABRICS HERE
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Because you know, it’s all about that bow, ‘bout that bow…no trouble! For the perfect bow (and collar) – It’s Organza!
Sally adapted a vintage pattern for this beautiful spring dress for granddaughter. The unique sheer textured fabric sold out right away, but we still have lots of
ORGANZA!
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a lil’ pearl playing with some pearls
lovely silk chiffon eyelet fabric, appropriately named “ peach froth” SHOP
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A ruffled panty is a staple. We carry this ready-made HERE
P.S. Bow added by us!
The Pattern This vintage pattern adaptation per Sally features a rolled bias-cut collar in front, soft pleats at the shoulder and a V button-down back. Lovely.
This Fabric Beyond fabulous Satin striped silk organza Just a few colors left
SHOP
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Fabulous Flower A fabric flower is the perfect finishing touch for this elegant dress.
See our stash HERE. 11
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4. Summer
The Photoshoot
Edisto Island, SC was the location for our summer photoshoot, and summer-weight linen was the fabric! With hats, shades, and cute coverups and shorts, the kids remained, as always, oh, so cool!
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This annual family beach vacation at doubles as a photoshoot for us here at Farmhouse Fabrics. All the cousins get gussied up and have a blast… as the photos reflect so well.
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The Pattern
Don’t miss that gather at the shoulder…LOVE that! As we love this pattern.
See the deets HERE.
Linen Prints
Beyond fabulous. This is the one. Look no further.
Buy it HERE.
The Hat?
Oy, can’t remember. Try Tractor Supply? 2
The Pattern
Don’t miss that gather at the shoulder…LOVE that! As we love this pattern.
See the deets HERE.
Linen Prints
Beyond fabulous. This is the one. Look no further.
Buy it HERE.
The Hat?
Oy, can’t remember. Try Tractor Supply? 3
Shop Our Eyelet!
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come sail away with me! 5
The Pattern For our beach cover-ups we used “Samantha Tunic & Dress” pattern from VioletteFieldThreads.com 6
The Fabric The cover-ups were made with a variety of lightweight linen-cotton blend prints. 7
the Bubbas
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Fabric & Pattern This fun print is still in stock! “Paradise Parrot” is a 100% cotton and poplin weight. Perfect for boys’ summer and beachwear. SHOP HERE And we used the “Boys Cuff Shorts” pattern from MyChildhoodTreasures, an Etsy store.
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Sadly, no, she did not fall down.
somebody’s had enough!
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Trims The ball fringe adds such a fun look and he kids love it! The older girls’ coverups were trimmed with a woven edging. SHOP ALL TRIMS HERE
Cover Girl!
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GREAT YEAR
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