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Dorothy Inspired Alex Jumper
If you've got plans for a Wizard of Oz family costume, we've got you covered! This soft blue check just begged to become a sweet Alex...


Alex Bubble
Keep that sweet “bubble style” going awhile longer! Use Children's Corner Alex romper and make this simple change. Shop the Look...


Silent Night Christmas April
April is a great sleeveless dress to layer with your favorite blouse for all year use. We lengthened the bodice on April and shortened...


Tartan Skirt Set (Alex/Suzie)
A classic tartan skirt is a versatile choice for pairing with simple tops. We used the Alex shirt in a crisp broadcloth with matching...


Back to School Set (Alex/Suzie)
When we think back to school, we are of course thinking apples! We paired this sweet novelty print with a crisp white top with accented...


Victoria with Round Yoke and Ruffle
Re-envision the Victoria dress with a round yoke overlay and a ruffle. In this video, Melissa walks you through redrafting of the bodice...


April for Christmas
We love the look of plaid at Christmas. We lengthened the bodice on April and shortened the finished width of the ruffle to give April a...

Make Alex Shirt Your Way
Look no further, Alex will quickly become your go-to blouse/shirt pattern in your collection. Traditionally our patterns included a...


Alex with Robert Pockets
We look for any reason to add pockets because we know how the little ones love having a place for their treasures. In this sample, we...

Alex with Smocked Insert
We didn’t think anything could make Alex sweeter until we added a smocked insert. With so many possible smocking designs, you can add a...

Alex with Smocked Collar
Add a touch of smocking and frill to the Alex blouse for this darling look. The following instructions describe how to add the smocked...


Finishing Romper Inseam
This alternate method for finishing a romper inseam works really well for the smaller sizes. Follow along as we show you how in this...


Finishing Romper No Grippers
Sometimes it is just easier to see someone else sew, isn't it? Follow along as we sew the Alex pattern, and finish the romper without...

Knit Blouse with Knot Sleeves
You've got to have a comfy blouse to match all of your favorite skirts! We created this knit blouse with some of our favorite Children's...

Alex with Elastic Hem
To make a long romper even cuter for baby, consider adding elastic at the hem. We used the long version of Alex to make this adorable...

Alex with Box Pleat
A classic pleated shirt is timeless. With a few minor alterations, you can add a box pleat on the front of the Alex shirt. Pictured with...


Adding Sleeves to a Sleeveless Pattern
Adding sleeves to a sleeveless pattern is a great way to create a garment for year round wear. Use these instructions to add sleeves to...


How to Install Grippers
Attaching grippers to finish a baby bubble or romper doesn't have to be scary! Melissa shows you some quick tricks that will make this...


How to Add Pipe Peter Pan Collar
Watch Susan as she adds piping to a Peter Pan collar. This collar is the epitome of a classic look, and is included in many of our...
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