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...]
Packages from The Trim Trade are arriving in mailboxes all around the world. Maybe even in a mailbox near you! So, I wanted to share a few fun pictures of the amazing goodies being traded within our community. The Trim Trade Wrap Up I am so inspired by all the fantastic trims everyone has collected and shared from their stash. To see more, check out the flickr group. A big fat … [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...]
Staple Blankie - Sewing Humor Does your work make the cut? Check out our flickr group to see what others in our sewing community are working on. … [Read more...]
Last week I shared this image on Facebook and Instgram. It was 'Game On' or 'Go Time' in my world of serger sewing. Knit Fabric + Serger = Go Time! My goal was to serge through my pile of knits and create a bunch of goodies before the girls got home from school. Well, I am happy to report that sewing on my serger was a success.... Well, almost! I finished 2 shirts and 2 … [Read more...]
Since we are swapping trims and I think by now everyone knows just how much I LOVE my scraps, I thought I would share my ribbon gift card holder. Ribbon Gift Card Holder What's a girl to do with a pile of scrap ribbons? I made a ribbon sandwich! But then what? Well, since I always seem to find myself needing a last minute gift, gift cards are my go to- easy score. But in … [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...]
