Tuesday, April 17, 2018

Kayak Boardshorts

I'm so excited to bring you my first pattern review!
I had the privilege of testing the Kayak Boardshorts from Love Notions!
(Grab it now while it's on sale for $7!!!)

The shorts get 5 stars from both me and the littlest Farmboy!
With 2 views and size that goes from 2t-14 they are awesome for the multi-boy family!! 
They are perfect for a day at the beach or preschool! 


 I made this version out of quilting cotton that he hand picked. 
This is a size 3t on my 50th percentile for height and weight 5 year old.
Please don't go by store bought sizes when making your own clothes...measure...measure and measure again to ensure you are getting the correct fit!


The shorts have a knit elastic encased waistband and a faux front fly detail that really adds finish to the shorts.  I only did a single top-stitch but would recommend either a double needle top-stitch or top stitching twice about 1/4" apart.  The waistband is quick and easy.  If you have problems there is even a helpful video outlining the process linked right in the tutorial!!



One of the Farmboy's favorite features are the pockets!  They are a good size without being bulky or overly large that things might get lost in there.  



The Kayak Boardshorts pattern is a PDF pattern that you just purchase, print, tape and then you are ready to roll.  These shorts sew up fast and even as a beginner you can have them done in one afternoon/evening. 


Grab the pattern over at Love Notions today and your little boy can be dancing before sunset too!

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Monday, April 16, 2018

Welcome!

Hi y'all and welcome to my new blog!

My name is Caci (pronounced KC) from The Flossy Farmgirl.

I am a Christian, farmwife, momma to 4 littles, and seamstress. 


 I spend my days milking cows on the family farm, cleaning house, running kids to & from school, baseball and whatever else they may have, washing clothes and dishes and trying to get 3 meals on the table.  I spend my nights and spare time in my sewing room creating.  


I sew, quilt and crochet.  As this year progresses you will see my various creations.  Some might be little girl outfits or boys shorts, others might be face scrubbies or a quilt.  I've never had any formal training...everything I do are skills that are self taught, you tube found or remembered from my Granny Price.  

I will be sharing about upcoming releases in my Etsy shop, sewing tips, life on the farm, #momlife with 4 kids and more!  I'm so excited to start this new adventure!  

You can visit the  Facebook page or the VIP group if you would like.








Kayak Boardshorts

I'm so excited to bring you my first pattern review! I had the privilege of testing the Kayak Boardshorts from Love Notions ! (Grab ...