Cole's Corner and Creations Patterns
A small line of original sewing patterns designed and tested at home, alongside notes on the ready-made patterns used throughout the blog.
Original Designs
Under the Cole's Corner and Creations Patterns label, the author drafted her own designs and tested them on her family before sharing them with readers. These patterns grew out of the same projects featured across the blog's tutorials and sew-a-longs.
Sabrina Skinny Pants
A fitted pants pattern featured in its own multi-day sew-a-long.
Hi Low Ruffle Skirt
A ruffled skirt design with a hi-low hemline.
Too Cute Bias Tank Top
A tank top pattern cut on the bias for a relaxed fit.
Too Cute Ruched Shorts
A shorts pattern with ruched detailing for warm-weather sewing.
These patterns had been offered through a Craftsy pattern store and an Etsy shop tied to the blog.
The patterns featured in this corner of the blog reflect a genuine love of sewing for little ones, born from hours spent at the machine creating clothes that feel both handmade and polished. Each original design began as a sketch and a stack of pretty fabrics, then went through careful rounds of fitting and tweaking on the author's own kids before being shared with readers. The result is a small collection of practical, wearable pieces—skinny pants, ruffled skirts, and other everyday favorites—that prioritize ease of construction without sacrificing the cute, feminine details that make handmade clothing so special.
Alongside her own original designs, the author regularly shares notes on the ready-made patterns she reaches for time and again, from commercial pants and shorts patterns to knit tops and dresses that come together quickly. These reviews and tutorials help fellow sewists decide which patterns are worth their stash, offering honest thoughts on fit, fabric requirements, and finishing techniques like elastic waistbands, stretch stitching, and clean hem edges. Whether you are new to garment sewing or a seasoned maker, the guidance here feels like a friendly conversation with a trusted sewing buddy who genuinely wants you to succeed.
The pattern page also celebrates the joy of sewing as a shared, creative pursuit—one that connects moms, daughters, and friends through fabric and thread. From doll clothes to full-size garments, the projects highlighted here range from quick afternoon makes to more involved sew-a-longs that unfold over several days. The tone throughout stays warm and encouraging, reminding readers that every seam, every pressed edge, and every finished piece is a small victory worth celebrating. It is a cozy corner of the internet for anyone who loves turning a simple length of fabric into something adorable and meaningful.
Patterns Used and Reviewed
Beyond her own designs, the author regularly sewed and wrote about patterns from other independent designers, including Made for Mermaids, Patterns for Pirates, Jalie, and Kwik Sew. Projects using these patterns — like the Kelli Kimono sewn for daughters Lucy and Ella — appeared throughout the blog's posts and blog tour features.
More to Explore
See these original and reviewed patterns come together in finished projects on the Tutorials page, or browse the full range of sewn creations in Projects.