My 2023 Makes - A Me-Made Wardrobe (For Myself and My Daughter!)

I put together a little digital scrapbook of all the things I made this year. I love looking back and seeing the growth over a year and seeing everything together! Thank you for contributing and being a part of the Rooney community this year. I am so grateful for you!
I would love to hear YOUR favorite makes from the year -- share them below or tag us on Instagram (@rooneyclothing)
Patterns featured:
Betty Wrap as a Blouse: rooneyclothing...
Betty Square Neckline Dress: rooneyclothing...
Ruffle Pillow Cover: • Ruffled Pillow Tutoria...
Doll Dress: rooneyclothing...
Pillowcase Dress: • How to Sew A Pillowcas...
Ola Blouse: rooneyclothing...
Billie Jackets: rooneyclothing...

[@RooneySewingPatterns]

Thank you for contributing and being a part of the Rooney community this year. I am so grateful for you! I hope you enjoy the end of the year with loved ones and soaking it all up! -Courtney

[@alistacramen9799]

Favorite thing I made was a dress. It will be my first project made by myself. Thankful for your videos! I recently started watching and I have a fresh love of sewing.

[@RooneySewingPatterns]

I'm so happy to hear it could help ignite a fresh love of sewing in you! How fun you made your first dress by yourself - that is a lot to celebrate!

[@emilycowdrey99]

This was the year I started sewing my own clothing! I swore I would never sew from a pattern again after a bad experience about 10 years ago, but here I am, enjoying the slow and creative process

[@RooneySewingPatterns]

Good for you for trying again! I love hearing that you are enjoying the process of it :)

[@brendaseaborn5407]

I made several of your beautiful rectangle dresses in different lengths and added different pockets to each one. I had such lovely comments from people and enjoyed making them so very much. Your are the most lovely soul and have inspired me and instilled confidence that I didn’t think was possible. Thank you so very much for all your hard work, your time and inspiration. Warmest of Christmas wishes to you and your family. 🥰❄️⛄️🎄

[@RooneySewingPatterns]

I love that you made the same dress multiple times with a different twist! :) And your words are incredibly kind, thank you! Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!

[@kimharris9194]

Watching your videos is like meditation for me. Thank you for sharing your creations with us ❤

[@RooneySewingPatterns]

Oh thats so kind! Thank you for watching, Kim 💛

[@maureenpalmquist08]

Your video just popped up on my feed. I am 59 and wanted to learn how to sew this coming year although, I don’t really know where to start.

[@RooneySewingPatterns]

I think right now is a great time to begin! For starting, practicing stitching straight lines and then choosing a super simple project like a tote bag is a great place to start. There are so many great resources online to help you along your sewing journey! I'm cheering you on :)

[@catherinecrowley7630]

I made Christmas outfits in matching fabrics for my littles this year. I used two of your patterns and everyone was so pleased with the results. I got a new sewing machine and serger for my birthday and Christmas from my husband. I look forward to creating new outfits for them and myself. I would love to learn hand smocking because this was a craft my mom did for my sister and me. It would be cute to create a matching dress for my granddaughter’s doll.

[@RooneySewingPatterns]

Oh how sweet, Catherine! I love that you got both a serger and sewing machine this year - what a great gift!

[@ChristineSwanson-vh3zt]

I was fortunate to have the time this year to make many things for friends and family. The last items that I made were the Morea Crossbody Bags from Rooney - one for my sister and one for my niece. I anticipated using denim, but my sister and niece wanted something a bit more vibrant so I went with a cotton floral for my sister and a bright sunflower "happy face" print for my niece. Both turned out beautifully and I have to say that the instructions that were provided were perfect. Thank you.

[@RooneySewingPatterns]

I love hearing that you had that time, Christine! I'm also so happy to hear the Morea Bags turned out great for you :)

[@shanimarais9695]

You are looking beautiful my little champion! Wishing you all a blessed Christmas and a New year filled with wonderful adventures and an abundance of God's blessings.

[@RooneySewingPatterns]

Thank you Shani! Merry Christmas to you :)

[@constancegarcia8053]

Merry Christmas to you and your family, and a Happy New Year. May 2024 be happy and healthy. ❤❤❤

[@RooneySewingPatterns]

Thank you!! Merry Christmas 🧡

[@blair3936]

Your patchwork bible cover with fabric from all your projects is such a great idea! Merry Christmas! ✝️ May God continue to inspire your creativity.

[@RooneySewingPatterns]

Oh thank you!! :)

[@jhpreemie]

Really beautiful projects you completed, the smocking is fascinating. Wishing your family continued blessings, you're so appreciated!

[@RooneySewingPatterns]

Thank you so much, I am thankful you are here :)

[@cindy7702]

I love watching and I love your patterns.. You are so peaceful Merry Christmas and Happy New year

[@RooneySewingPatterns]

Oh thank you, Cindy! Merry Christmas to you!

[@pamelabalcom5583]

I made my very first nightgown which is the only clothing I have ever made since being an adult. I learned a lot and it is a beautiful result!

[@RooneySewingPatterns]

Oh I love that idea! Sounds like it turned out beautiful :)

[@madelinegrudens]

Merry Christmas and thank you for sharing your talent and beautiful daughter with such pretty dresses!! Such a calming soul you have! God bless and I look forward to next year with you!!

[@RooneySewingPatterns]

Thank you, Madeline!

[@janetlynn3397]

None of knows everything...that's what we have in common 😊

[@RooneySewingPatterns]

You are so right :)

[@ecleARTia]

Thank you for sharing with us your projects and your plans. Wishing you a wonderful year filled with joy and creativity. I made only a couple of garments last year but definitely plan to sew a lot more this year.

[@aethsildrys]

I re-sew my old curtains. I made smaller curtains, pillows covers and coverlet cover 😅 I’m just started sewing few months ago. I think I will make a skirt before this year ends. Wish me luck! Love y’all!

[@RooneySewingPatterns]

Good luck with all your sewing ventures and projects! :)

[@KH-hr5xm]

I didnt make as much as I wanted to this year, but I've been growing a baby! I think my favorite make was a dress for myself for Easter, made of crinkle rayon. It was SO difficult to work with, but the result was so beautiful and twirly and fun.

[@RooneySewingPatterns]

Growing a baby is a big feat! I also love that you pushed through the difficult fabric to an end result you love! How rewarding :)

[@mariamargescu7602]

❤

[@Roxycharms]

hello! Merry Christmas! I made your stitched bible cover for myself and one for my Aunt. I stitched a pattern that I could stamp and iron on because drawing or sketching is not my talent. I love how they turned out! Thanks sew so much for all your inspiration!

[@RooneySewingPatterns]

I love that :) I also think a stamp and iron pattern is the perfect way to embroider a design! Well done :)

[@monicac8772]

I made three quilts and a quilted runner.

[@RooneySewingPatterns]

Sounds like a fruitful year :) Quilts take a lot of love!

[@melody4444441]

Do you have any tips on walking your pattern/seamlines? I just heard this term today and I'm having a really hard time wrapping my head around how/why it's a thing.

[@quietlife7186]

🧡💛🧡💛🧡💛🧡

[@RooneySewingPatterns]

Thanks for all of your support this year!

[@Angelwool]

Where do you find all your lovely fabrics?

[@RooneySewingPatterns]

Hi! I get them from many different sources. Mainly: Etsy, Blackbird Fabrics, Joann Fabrics, and ISeeFabric. Here is a video with my favorite places to find fabric: kzbin.info/www/bejne/n165f4yoaquXbsU

[@Angelwool]

@@RooneySewingPatterns Ty so much. I'm new here and so enjoying all your lovely makes♥️

[@janetlynn3397]

🪡 I didn't get anything sewn this year. But I've been working on cross stitch. Enjoy your work

[@RooneySewingPatterns]

Ah, I think cross stitch sounds like a nice, calming practice :)