Keepin' It Super Simple! This is a great way to use up some left over fabric and create something fun and flirty! This project is for all levels. Skill Level- 1 Button Materials: 2 different types of fabric vintage buttons or pins To be fair- this "how to" is nothing new. Many of us used to wear these bracelets during the summer months. (think late 80's!) Basic … [Read more...]
Keepin' It Super Simple! So, last week when I made these super cute bookmarks and stitched off a few extra "bee mine" patches. They were just so stinkin' cute I had to find another way to use them. Valentine's Day Card This project is for sewers all levels. Skill Level- 1 Button Materials: blank cards felt ribbon clear drying glue Basic Instructions: To … [Read more...]
In honor of Martin Luther King Day- “I say to you today, my friends, that in spite of the difficulties and frustrations of the moment, I still have a dream.” - Martin Luther King, Jr Simply put- these words are true. . Sometimes, chasing your dreams is not easy but we must remember their importance. The child within me believes that dreams can come true. I have a dream! . Don't … [Read more...]
Keepin' It Super Simple! Put those pins away and try these sewing weights when making your next project! This project is for all levels. Skill Level- 1 Button Materials: fabric black eyed peas metal washers (yes, go raid the hardware store!) Any shape will work for this project. But since it is Valentine's Day, here are some fun hearts. Basic Instructions: Cut … [Read more...]
Keepin' It Super Simple! To follow-up from last weeks post about covered hangers, I thought it would be fun to offer another option. Plus, full disclosure here, my younger daughter complained. Clearly, she needs her own "girlie garnish". This project is for all levels. Skill Level- 1 Button … [Read more...]
Keepin' It Super Simple! Let's face it, with a last name like Valentine - It's a big holiday in my house! So, I am starting my projects and thought that I would share a super simple one that will help eat up a few scraps. Be Mine Bookmark This project is for sewers all levels. Skill Level- 1 Button Materials: fabric scraps Mod Podge felt ribbon Basic … [Read more...]
Keepin' It Super Simple! My kids are notorious for leaving a trail of half filled glasses all around the house. So, to help solve this problem I am creating a few cozies for them to use. My plan is for them to use one glass all day! Plus, my scrap basket is jam-packed and needs to be cleaned out! This project is for sewers of with basic skills. Skill Level- 1 Button … [Read more...]
Keepin' It Super Simple! The laundry in my house has a mind of its own and the pile keeps growing! With two girls in the fam there are many sparkly, glittery, delicate things that need to be washed. Translation: glitter and sequins everywhere! To keep the glitz off the rest of the wash, I like to use laundry bags. blue & gray bags are crazy old & made from men's dress shirts This … [Read more...]
Keepin' It Super Simple! Sorry to start off with the Mommy Dearest reference but it was perfect for the post! With all this cleaning and putting things away, I realized that my daughters closet is not that pretty. So, I thought it was time to add a splash of "girlie garnish" to the space. This project is for all levels. Skill Level- 1 Button … [Read more...]
