I am so excited to share my new pattern with you! Say Hi to Milo and Moxie, Doxie Softies (Phew. Say that 5 times fast). Dachshunds are some of the cutest pups on the planet, and these two will look ...
Its been awfully quiet around these here parts, and Im sorry about that. Im working on several projects right now and they are mostly Top Secret so I havent been able to share them just yet. But I ca...
So you may have heard about this gorgeous book, Zakka Style. And I may have already mentioned that one of my projects is included. It was so much fun to be part of this book!Well, you know how I am a...
For all you felt (and dessert) lovers out there, Ive added a few new items to the Retro Mama "menu", expanding my wool blend color palette to 40 colors!Try the Lemon Chiffon (as seen in my ne...
I always throw myself a little imaginary party when I hit a fun milestone, although Id be lying if I didnt admit that actual Thin Mints were involved in my latest party. Apparently Indiana is a big G...
In celebration of Leap Day, and also because its (sortofnearly) Spring and I want to give you a reason to jump into sewing, Im having aUse the code LEAP15 for 15% off all felt and patterns at my Etsy...
Happy Valentines Day! I hope youre spending it with your sweetheart...XOXOXOKim
If you were wondering about my shop announcement last week, we just returned from gorgeous Florida! It isnt especially cold here in Indiana this winter, but it was still wonderful to get away from th...
Its been rough-going, attempting to emerge from my post-Christmas cookie haze. There hasnt been time to spend in my sewing room with the kids home from school (more on that later), and weve all been ...
2012 is approaching fast--get a fresh start on your New Years crafting by stocking up on patterns and felt! Use promo code FRESH15 for 15% off your order at my Etsy shop now through Jan. 1. Patterns ...
There might be a few more than twelve houses below. But they are all adorable, and they were all made with my free fabric house pattern! Thank you, everyone, for sharing your creative little houses.K...
I havent mentioned this before, and you all know I cant keep a secret (Im pretty sure you already know my next 3 patterns), so I have been bursting to be able to share with you that one of my brand n...
Introducing the newest addition to the Retro Mama PDF sewing pattern family...Heres Ruthie Bear!Pink rosy cheeks? Check.Sweet sleepy eyes? Check.Mary Janes? Polka dot ears? Cute dress? Check, check, ...
Just a coupble bits and bobs:A Retro Mama pattern spotting at Quilt Market. (Thanks for the heads up, Misty!)I finally got my first smart phone (goodbye, flip phone from 2008!), so please be patient ...
Spent yesterday making some pretty patchworky and buttony hoops.And a tiny bit of news...I have finally joined The Twitter, which means its probably time for the rest of the world to move on to the N...
I know. Its not even Halloween yet and this is looking very Christmassy. What can I say, Christmas is my favorite holiday, and when were all coming down from our candy buzzes in a few days, it will b...
After taking the kids to school, look what I came home to:(graphic from craft cult)Woo! Over 2000 sales on etsy! In celebration of this momentous occasion, Im having a sale! And its perfect timing to...
Just a quick post to let you know about new additions to my shop.First is my brand new ruffle dress sewing pattern for Greta Doll. Make reversible sun dresses and a sweet fairytale cape for Greta, an...
Of a black and white Halloween!I was whipping up a few of these when I realized what was left over was a bunch of theseand all I had to do was a bit of thisto end up with a string of spooky black and...
Can you smell it in the air? Thats right, its rick rack season! (Although, one could sensibly make the argument, when isnt it rick rack season...Also, Im not sure rick rack has a discernible scent). ...
You know the one, at the top of your header? I do indeed know the one. You guys have been incredibly patient waiting for me to release this pattern, and it’s finally here! I’d like to (re)introduce y...
The kids are in school, so now its my turn to play work play (isnt it the best when work and play are the same thing?). Cant wait until you guys can come along for the fun! Loads of fun stuff to shar...
Having a happy morning, drafting patterns and stacking fabric, when I discovered that I had created a little fabric nest for myself.Found myself obsessed with this fabric combo. Will make something l...
Its hard to believe, but here I am, already moved into my new house in Indiana. My mom drove up from Florida to help us get settled in (thanks, Mom!) so we are now about halfway out of boxes. Indiana...
You know youve been away from blogging too long when folks start to inquire whether youre OK. Thank you so much for the concern, Im doing fine! Ive just been (mostly) offline lately, very busy with l...
I certainly hope youre having nicer Spring weather than we are (sleet, wind, its generally brrrrrrrr)! If April showers are getting you down (or maybe even if they arent), you might like to try out m...
1. Make sure you catch my tissue holder tutorial over at Craft Snob. And when you print the pattern, make sure that the print settings under "Page Scaling" is set to "None" so your pa...
Just stopping in to let you know about my guest blogging appearance this week at Craft Snob. Ive got a cute patchwork coaster tutorial for you (and those coasters will go along perfectly with my tea ...
The snow is melting, the sun is shining, the unmistakable sound of sewing machines revving up for Spring sewing...and a Sale at Retro Mama!Everything is on sale in my shop, all patterns, kits, and fi...
Im in bed sick with the flu this week...but Ive briefly crawled out of my cocoon of covers to direct your attention to the lovely blog Craft Snob where Im a guest blogger this week and for the next 3...
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