Even though I am at spring market this week, I wanted to share something fun. Actually, I have 2 bits of news to share. The first is that I am actually posting today on The Shabby Creek Cottage. That's right, Gina asked if I would share a few projects in her world and how could I resist! So, today you will find me over there, sharing an easy to sew pattern for this mannequin door … [Read more...]
Let's chat about something different- stitching on paper & paper sewing. I know what your thinking- instantly that 'Whatcha you talkin bout Willis' phrase popped into your head.... we're not stitching on fabric??? When I look back at some of the projects shared with The Sewing Loft community, I see that many involve paper sewing. So, I wanted to share some basic fundamental tips and … [Read more...]
A few weeks ago I created the crazy square block. It was super fun and an easy way to clean out my scrap basket. However, I needed to turn the blog into something functional. So, with summer on the way, I thought I sunglass case would be the perfect fit for Lady A. (My sunglass queen!) Funky Sunglass Case This project is for stitchers of all levels. Skill Level- 1 Button … [Read more...]
Do you ever have leftover bits of trim and no clue what to do with them? Yeah, me, too! So, I went on a hunt to round up a ton of great ideas for easy trim projects. Many in this round up include free patterns. TOTAL SCORE!!! So, go ahead and grab a cup of coffee, tea, diet coke or whatever floats your boat and stay awhile. I think you might get lost in some of these … [Read more...]
The past few weeks I have been putting my serger to the test with some casual sewing. And I think it's time for some basic machine maintenance. It's not really a task that anyone likes to do or talk about but it is so important to keep our tools in tip-top shape. So, let's jump-start the week with some basic maintenance. Think of it like dusting the house - it's not something we want to do but … [Read more...]
Earth Day is right around the corner and I wanted to create something fun for the girls to wear to school. So, it was time for a new appliqué collection. Earth Day Appliqué Design This project is for all levels. Skill Level- 1 Button Materials: fabric scraps embroidery thread Pellon Wonder-Under or other paper backed fusible interface surface to apply appliqué (I used … [Read more...]
Are you like me and mostly sew for others? Well, this year I made a promise that I would change that, even if in means casual sewing. Today, I am sharing my work in progress on a dress that was made for a cause. Andrea from Go To Patterns has created this easy and casual dress called the Casual Lady. She is donating the proceeds and hoping to raise awareness. How cool is that! I love it … [Read more...]
Yesterday, I wrapped up a big project but sadly, it is still hush-hush. So, today is a work in progress day! I was excited by the thought that this would be a project just for the fun of it. But truth be told, I had no clue what to make. So, when Kate from See Kate Sew mentioned a stitch along with her envelope clutch, I was all in. Lady A grabbed me right away, said she wanted to pick … [Read more...]
Since, I'm starting to branch out more and meet up with local sewing groups, I thought it would be fun to create a little zipper bag to carry all my tools. This bag stitched together quickly and used supplies I already hand on hand. Zipper Bag This project is for all levels. Skill Level- 1 Button Materials: Colored Felt Zipper Pattern: Click for the printable … [Read more...]
