NEW SEWING PATTERNS BY LIROLA - How to sew the bat sleeve tunic- a special trick to make shirring the easy way.

I have decided to start selling some of my patterns as digital sewing patterns. The first one is going to be my bat sleeve tunic. It is very easy to make, it takes about 1-.5 hours and it is comprised of 26 tiles that you can print at home, with instructions. The instructions here are a short version. The full version of instructions is received when ordering the pdf pattern on etsy . You can find it here

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It has been a really long time and I am a new MOM

The past 2 years have been packed with experiences but I haven't had a chance to post anything about it.

I had a really difficult pregnancy which resulted in me waddling instead of working. 

I had everything in the book except for nausea (which I hear is one of the worst side effects to being pregnant).

Now, I know people say that being pregnant doesn't mean you are sick, but it sure feels like it to me.

Well, then came my sweetest little baby Leah, and every day I become more and more addicted to her.

She is already one year old and I am working hard to try and rebuild my business, which is not easy after not being very active for almost 2 years.

Will definitely try to be here more often.

New sweatshirt in the making

It is getting cold around here, and I really need something warm and cosy to wear.
I still need to take some pictures on a live model, and to make more of this top before I post it in my store, but this is just a sneak peak.
Oh, almost forgot- the cowl is detachable so if you are feeling too hot , you can take it off, or use it as an accessory with other items from your wardrobe.

New long sleeved top

So, most of my jersey tops have 3/4 sleeves and I am always cold.
For the longest time I haven't made anything for me, only for my beloved customers.
I work quite a lot during the week, and lately I haven't had the energy for it.

It was my birthday yesterday and I got up today thinking I deserve a gift from me too!!!
So, went for it.
I had this design in my head for a while. It is reminiscent of my short sleeved ruffle top , but this is more dramatic.
Love how it turned out.

Elena's wedding

Another beautiful wedding of Elena and Alex, photographed by BendTheLight (love the name:) http://www.bendthelightblog.com/
There are even a couple of maternity dresses there too.
Hope you love!

Something made my day- Wedding pictures

I have done quite a few weddings lately but for the first time I received some pictures of all those lovely bridesmaids I have been tormenting with my measurement taking regimen.

This is Molly's wedding pictures, photographs by Emma Case.
The wedding took place in the UK and I wish I had stunning pictures like these.
http://emmacasephotography.blogspot.com/2011/02/molly-liam.html