marie-madeline studio

torrance. (all the details!)

 

 
 
Here she is again!  We're over-the-top excited about this little dress.  Thank you SO much for all your sweet comments.  You ladies are the best!!!  First off, this version of the torrance was made out of Tanya Whelan's Delilah fabrics...

paisley TW33 blue

stripe TW37 red

lulu rose TW41 blue

amelie TW35 pink 

And the adorable pink flower buttons?  Hopefully you'll see them up in the store really soon!

 
 
We wanted to tell you a little bit more about torrance, and share some pictures, too.  Do you mind the bullet version?

- This dress is view A of the torrance.  Photos of view B are coming soon!

-  Simple to sew, without button holes or zippers.  We borrowed the very popular button-and-loop back closure from anaclaire for torrance.

- Easy fitting bodice with dropped shoulder seams and back knotted ties.

- Each pattern envelope contains sizes 2/3 through 14/16, full-size pattern pieces, and fully illustrated instructions.

- We hope to have these patterns shipping by the end of July.  (But we're trying so hard to have them ready before then, of course.)

- $14

- Want to pre-order?  Please just shoot us an email at mariemadeline@netins.net.  (And then, when the pattern is ready to go, we'll give you free shipping.)

 
You can see more pictures right over here!

Lots of love,

the Long ladies

welcoming torrance!

 
 
 
Here she is... our newest design for little girls!  We're so excited about the torrance dress.  It's sweet and simple and comfy to wear, with a swingy tiered skirt and an easy button-and-loop back closure!

 
 

We named this special dress after our best friend's beautiful mother, Torrance, who passed away when her daughter was seven.  Now this little dress is being modeled by Torrance's seven-year-old granddaughter... our sweet Sarah Grace!  Torrance will never know her grandchildren, but they know her.  And she inspires us, too.   

 

We'll be back soon, with more details and fun pictures.  But of course we have to know what you think!

Love, the Long ladies

xo

we're teasing you today...

 
But something fun is coming!

break time.

 

That's right... it's time for a break!  So, we'll plan to jump back in full swing around April 1st.  Orders can happily be placed during that time, but won't ship out til at least the last day of March.  Thank you all for everything, and we'll miss you!
 
 
 
 
But, since we don't want to leave you all completely hanging, we have a few assignments for you.  Kidding completely on the assignments, but really, here's some things you might want to do while we're away from marie-madeline!

~For fashion-fixes visit our friends', Ashley & Gabrielle, blog.... www.bramblewoodfashion.blogspot.com

~All sewers need to read fabulous Jenny's blog.... www.sewprettydresses.blogspot.com

~Movie fixes can definately be accomplished while watching Steve McQueen in the Wanted Dead or Alive television show.  Our brother brought home the entire 3 seasons several weeks ago, and we're up to disc five--- oh it's SO good.

~Also, if you're looking for some sewing fun, be sure and check out the tutorial links on our left sidebar.  We have a couple more in mind, so hopefully you'll be seeing them in the next month or two!

~And, of course, we can't finish this post without giving credit to the A-D-O-R-A-B-L-E photos of the darling Bethany in her amelia tunic.  If you haven't guessed it already, our sweet friends over at In A Shoe get thanked for them.  We have more cute photos of our friends that we hope to share soon.

So....  there you have it!  Hope you all are being blessed with beautiful spring-like weather!                    love, the Long ladies xxx

cutie-pies!

 
 
 
 

amelia...

 
Versatility.  That was one thing we thought about a lot when working on amelia.  We wanted something that would be perfect year-round.  And something in a classic style that would go with everything.  Enter, the peasant!  Here's a little bit more about our version...

~pattern comes with full-sized pattern pieces and fully illustrated instructions (of course), printed on sturdy paper

~girls sizes 2/3, 4/5, 6/7, 8/10, and 12/14 included in one pattern envelope

~choose long sleeves, half sleeves with a ruffle (shown on Ellie in the top photo), or classic cap sleeves

~make a top or tunic

~make an A-line dress (layer it underneath your AnaClaire for a fun petticoat look!)

~make a dress with a gathered skirt

~add optional back ties

~easy fit for all-day comfort

~quick and easy to sew!

~$14

Would you like to pre-order now?  Please just shoot us an email.  All pre-orders will receive free shipping when the pattern is printed!  We're looking at about two weeks for delivery, but we're hoping amelia will be ready sooner than that.  She's at the printer now.

Now, about the fabrics we chose...

We made this dress out of Holly Holderman's Fun Flowers collection.  And it is one of our favorites!  That little floral print also comes with a white, brown, or black background.  (For those of you who are not quite as fond of orange as Ellie is.)

 
Dolly Dresses for this anaclaire + amelia combo.  (Once again, there are more color options available in these prints.)

 
Queen Street!!  (But you probably knew that already.)  Madeline amelia top + Maritza flared emerson skirt.  Choose pink or turquoise or purple or green!  

Questions?  Don't hesitate to ask!

XOXO the Long ladies

introducing amelia!!!

hello, amelia!

{peasant top, tunic, and dress in 2 styles}

dress with gathered skirt + half sleeve + back ties 

top + long sleeves + emerson skirt 

a-line dress + long sleeves + knee-length anaclaire jumper 
 
 
 

We're so happy to bring you the newest girl's pattern from marie-madeline studio!  Meet amelia.  There's nothing quite like a sweet little peasant-style.  Especially when it comes with so many options.  AND amelia is the perfect compliment to all of our other designs for girls!  We are over-the-top happy, and hope you will be too.  Please tell us what you think...

XO, the Long ladies

Ps. More details coming soon!

we love Jennifer!!! (and that means, we're having a sale.)

 
 
You all know how much we love Jennifer Paganelli's fabric.  And, you know how gorgeous her fabrics are.  AND you know they make the most adorable projects.  They're perfect for everything... table linens, throw pillows, quilts, crafts, clothing, bags, aprons.  So!  This week (through next Friday, February 4th), they're all 30% off!  Now's the time to stock up for summer sewing.

shop jennifer paganelli

Oh, and did you want to know about Ellie's little peasant top, too?  Well, we'll let the cat out of the bag in a little while...

Love! the Long ladies

xoxo

hello, dolly!

 
We wanted to drop in for just a minute, to let you know about our little sale.  Or, not so little sale if you happen to like cute floral prints, dots, cherries, checks, and tiny elephants (along with bunches of other adorable patterns).  Because Dolly Dresses and Fun Flowers by Holly Holderman are all 30% off through the 28th!  We think these fabrics will make the BEST clothes for spring.  See Ellie's outfit?  And isn't it sweet?

shop dolly dresses & fun flowers!

Love from here~

xo, the Long ladies

a sample sale.

Revised: All the girls' sample items have sold-- thank you!  Check back tomorrow for the rest of our sample sale! xoxo

We do a lot of sewing.  And sometimes, our studio cabinet gets to the overflowing point.  (Kind of like it is right now.)  That means we've got some really sweet deals for you!  Some of these items were sewn as samples, others for photo shoots.  We have some pre-cut aprons + patterns available, too! 

Here's how to order...

- send us an email with your selection(s) to mariemadeline@netins.net

- or give us a call at 417-775-2181

- let us know how you'd like to pay (we accept Paypal, personal checks, or money orders)

- and we'll mark it all SOLD here on the blog

- we'll send you a Paypal invoice (or wait till we receive your check/money order) and package up your goodies, to ship out as quick as a wink

We're selling these items on a first-come-first-serve basis, so don't delay!

Have fun!  And stay warm.  We've pulled the extra quilts out for good.

Love, the Long ladies

xoxo

for girls

SOLD knee-length gracie ruffle skirt in Love, size 6/6X... originally $28 now $12

 
SOLD little sisters apron in Summer Soiree, size L 10/12... originally $22.50 now $10

 
SOLD mid-calf length gracie ruffle skirt in So St. Croix, size 6/6X... originally $30 now $14

SOLD ankle-length AnaClaire in Simply Sweet, size 4... only $16 
SOLD ankle-length AnaClaire in Plain Jane navy, size 7... only $18

SOLD not-quite-perfect (extra long) AnaClaire jumper in Dance With Me, size 6... only $14

SOLD little sisters apron in Flights of Fancy, size M 6/8... originally $22.50 now $10 
SOLD mid-calf length gracie ruffle skirt in Red Rose Farm, size 4/5 + size 4 embellished tee... skirt was originally $30 get the pair for $22.50 
more later...