Pattern Test-Orlena’s Key-Hole Back Top and Dress

I recently tested the new Orlena’s Key Hold Back Top and Dress pattern for Create Kids Couture and I have to tell you; you are going to love this pattern! Orlena’s is a great combination of comfort and flair! This all knit pattern includes both top and dress length, as well as both short and long sleeves. The stylish high-low cut and  fun key-hole back details make this great for everyday wear.

That back! Swoon!

The top is a REALLY quick sew! The detailed instructions and step-by-step photos will guide you to creating a quality top or dress in an hour or less! The best part? Orlena’s is available in a HUGE size range! Starting with size newborn and running completely through adult size 4XL! I’m thinking matching mom and daughter sets for everyone!

Orlena’s Key-hole Back Top and Dress pattern can be purchased here - Go get it y’all!
Ooh, and if you buy it TODAY you can save 30% off the regular list price! Whoo!

Halloween Pre-Orders

Here's your chance to have a special HALLOWEEN piece created especially for you or your little one

I’m currently accepting Pre-Orders through the Daydream Believers Designs Facebook Page.
Here's how it will work:
1. Browse the Halloween fabrics in this album
2. Choose what you'd like me to make (dress, shirt, skirt) by selecting a style from the STYLE CATALOG album. There is also the option to order a custom TOTE bag; perfect for boys, girls, or stylish Mamas!
3. Comment under the fabric of your choice, letting me know the size & style you would like.
4. I will pm you to confirm the order, finalize design details and set up payment via Paypal.

Here’s a peek at the fabrics available:

- Pieces ordered via this pre-order will ship the first week of October -

If you have any questions, please post them here or send me a private message :)

BONUS! WHEN YOU TAG A FRIEND ON THE FACEBOOK POST, YOU'LL RECEIVE FREE SHIPPING!

**Pre-orders will open on 9/16 and close on 9/18 OR sooner if fabrics sell out**

Good luck, y’all! Shop early to claim your favorite prints! xx

Create Kids Couture Designer Fall Expo

Rich colors, pockets, lace, classic silhouettes - yall! If you’ve been wondering what your girl will wear for Fall photos - I’ve got ya covered! I have three sweet dresses coming  to the CKC Fall Expo that will be perfect for eveyday wear and holiday celebrations!

Each dress is a one of a kind, meaning it will not be replicated and your girl will be the only one in the world to rock this look! Here’s a peek at the Daydream Believers Designs pieces that will be available in the Expo -

The first piece is a size 6/12 month peasant style dress with POCKETS! Four mod fabrics in crisp Fall colors have been paired together to create this one of a kind dress! This dress will grow with your girl! Enjoy it this year as a dress, then next year as a tunic!

The next dress is BOHO CHIC while being comfy enough for your girl to have fun at the playground! Featuring one of my favorite Autumn inspired prints and delicate, 3/4 length, lace sleeves. SWOON! Can’t ya just see it paired with a gorgeous pair of boots? Eee! I can’t wait to see who scores this one and how they style it! This dress is a 2t but could work for a slim 3t as a tunic!

 

The last dress I have is a chic aline mini-dress made from a gorgeous blue/white/maize geometric print fabric! This size 6 frock is a beauty. Featuring a simple silhouette and clean keyhole back with ties; this dress will look great on its own or layered with a great cardigan. Timeless yet modern; the Daydream Believers way!

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The Expo starts next week - Friday September 16 at 8:00pm. The items will be sold to the first person who claims them; so don’t be late! I will post a reminder and direct link to each item, next week, on the Daydream Believers Designs Facebook Page.

Have a great weekend!

Back To School Fashion Report-Homeschool Edt.

THANK YOU to all the Mama’s who have shared photos of your kids wearing their Daydream Believers Designs to school! I love waking up to new photos in my inbox and on instagram.
It is always an honor when someone chooses to wear DB handmade and I LOVE to see photos, so keep ‘em coming! Add #daydreambelieversdesigns to your pics on IG and/or tag @daydreambelieversdesigns (but please know, I can only see posts that are marked PUBLIC unless you add me as a friend.)

We started our 4th year of homeschool today. My girls participate in a virtual-school program, so we school September - June just like the brick & mortar public schools do. Since I love seeing your kid’s back-to-school pics, I thought I’d share a few personal snaps of my girls from this morning.

One of our back-to-school traditions is that my girls each design, sketch, then help sew their first-day outfits. I love getting my girls involved in the design process! They each have such a distinct style; it’s fun to see what they come up with!

Vivian chose a vintage baby-doll dress pattern, that we turned into a modern, twirl, tunic. She is a skirts and dresses gal and has never before chose a pant/short/legging for a special day; so it was really cool that she asked to wear these ruffle capris. They are handmade from the softest chambray and feature an elastic waist band so they are COMFY! I love that she chose blue and yellow and explained “so I can wear this top for Michigan Saturdays too!” 

Iyla’s outfit was SO fun to make! The applique was handcut and sewed on. The “HOMESCHOOL RULES” embellishment was created by stamping twill tape with rubber stamps painted with fabric paint. Iyla had a lot of fun stamping and already has a list of ideas for other tees she wants to make! Her skirt is a hybrid of three skirt patterns and a little innovation. She has already declared it as her new favorite! It features a fold-over yoga waistband, two extra large POCKETS, and is a full enough to please a tween who still wants to twirl! Her fabric combination is perfect for Fall - featuring a mod apple print, denim chambray, and a crisp grey lattice print. I love the way it came together! (If you love it too, I could be swayed to replicate this one! Just comment here or message me! xx)

*And shoutout to my husband who made the kids those “Smiling Student” waffles & fruit! It was a fun surprise for us all! Gotta love a man who gets creative to make his kiddos smile on the first day of school!

Cheers to a great start to the school year! xx