Keep Cool during the Dog Days of Summer by Sewing Winter Holiday Wear

Turn up the AC and sew sew sew for beautiful Winter Holiday celebration wear.....

For gorgeous Christmas Morning photos create some special nightgowns, pajamas, and caps.

Don't just imagine Papa in a nightshirt, robe, and cap - make 'em now

Picture this 1950s Simplicity Pattern in red, gray or blue stripe cotton or flannel


Top it with this 1950s classic manly robe in a soft corduroy or wool flannel

Nightcap patterns seem more difficult to find
Here is a nightcap I drafted my own self -- if there is interest comment below and I'll draw it out on a grid so you can make one too.

and a fancier appliqued version


Another style The Carew Pole Nightcap described at Extreme Costuming (site is under copyright so am unable to share the pictures, but well worth a look - for embroidered cap and rough pattern.)

Nightgowns and Robes for mama coming soon..... stay tuned.

In the meantime - if you really do wish to get started on Christmas sewing, am joining this years annual "Christmas in July" Sale on Etsy by offering free shipping on any order totaling $25 or more at our Felt Sew Crafty shop. Sale dates are July 15 to 25, 2010.

Thanks and Enjoy!
Jane