Janelle, of Emmaline Bags, just released a new pattern, The Steph in the City Bag. I was so honored when she asked me to test it out. Let me tell you, she is one talented lady! ...
And the winner is..... Kristie! Kristie said "I love the bag pattern. Itd be perfect for summer. Such fun details too. If I ever have the courage, Id love to give your swimsuit tutorial a try. Fo...
Have you heard the news? Crafterhours is hosting a whole month of skirt related posts and a little friendly skirt competition. Check out all the info here. Whats fun is that y...
I am so excited to host my very first giveaway! A few months ago I was searching around for a bag pattern and came across The Emmaline Bag. I tried it out and fell in love. What I love most ab...
Heres a simple little tutorial you can whip up just in time for Mothers Day. Who wouldnt love to receive a pretty bookmark with a little gift card or special note tucked in a clear pocket? Grab some ...
Yesterday I went to 3 stores in search of a pink cardigan for the little girl and pants of any kind, that cost less than $15, for the boy. I came home pretty much empty handed. Last years pants...
My friend Roselee and her kids were over last week for some biking and she commented that it was time to make my son a bike bucket. She has made some really cute ones for her girls. ...
New fabric + new pattern = new pajamas! Ive been seeing a lot of posts out there using Raes Flashback skinny tee pattern. The little ones are in need of new pajamas, so I jumped on the b...
So, do you think anybody will notice if I wear ruched-sleeve tops all Spring? I couldnt help myself, I made another Spring top...just for fun. This time I did a boatneck and longer sleeves, an...
Sometimes its those little projects that can be so satisfying. I have been meaning to re-cover this chair cushion for quite some time. My good friend Roselee, from Jane of All Trade...
I started working on another Spring Top a week or so ago, and it ended up as more of a spring flop. It doesnt look so bad on the hanger, but there are some definite construction problems....
Growing up, one of my closest friends would invite me over to celebrate Easter with her very large, very Italian family. I decided to try to recreate the delicious Easter cookies I looked forwa...
Wow, I wasnt expecting both my tops to make it to the finals, and in the same week! Go check me out with all the finalists for this week. Remember to vote for your favorite ;) You have un...
Well, I wasnt planning on entering another top in Raes Spring Top competition, but this top needed to be made. I drafted the pattern from a H&M top that I have. I ruched t...
My first, and maybe only Spring Top Sewalong Entry. I had a lot of fun making this shirt. If you looked at my Sewalong Inspiration Pinboard, you might have guessed I was thinking ab...
The first thing you need to make your own pattern is a swimsuit that fits. I used this one because it fit my daughter perfectly. I like to cut patterns on the fold, so the first step is t...
At first I was really intimidated by the thought of trying to make a swimsuit, but with some trial and error and some help from the Creative Chicks I did it....and you can too! A few tips before you ...
Its that time of year again! Time to think Spring Tops. I havent decided if Im going to enter. I was a finalist last year, which was so amazing. Im not sure I can ...
Heres a sneak peek at what Ive been working on. Im hoping to have a downloadable pattern for a size 5 and instructions on how to make your own pattern. But, youre going to have to w...
I may have gone a little overboard here, but I just couldnt help myself! My local warehouse fabric store that mostly stocks home dec fabrics, happens to have an amazing selection of swimw...
Im not sure why, but this is my latest obsession....making swimsuits. My first attempt wasnt too bad. The fabric is pretty tough to work with, but I intend to master it. Must head t...
This week, I accidentally bought 2 containers of sage. I was making this squash soup, and somehow bought sage at 2 different stores. I didnt want it to go to waste, so I thought Id ...
The other night I came across a blog I hadnt seen before and was instantly inspired. Elle Apparel has some nice tutorials for clothing and though I didnt follow any one in particular, her ideas...
I dont tend to share a lot of personal stuff here. But since it is Valentines Day and I do have "family" up there in my header, I thought Id take a moment to mention my wonderful husban...
I dont know about you, but we always seem to have a shortage of washcloths in our house. We use them for everything from wiping counters to washing faces. This tutorial is more abou...
Have you checked out Jane of All Trades yet? Well, now is the time to do it. Not only is her super cute chalkboard mat being featured over at Sew Can She, but shes also having a giveaway....
We are on vacation this week, and are thoroughly enjoying ourselves. Weve dipped our toes in the sand and ocean. And seen some really cool wildlife. And what trip would be complete without a l...
Well be flying south soon for our annual winter vacation. So in honor of Raes KNITerview series, I thought Id put together a little tute for some knit kid shorts. Now if you read my KNITe...
Were going on vacation soon. Im typically a light packer. But Ive realized that its not so much clothing I need space for, but my computer, camera, lenses, iphone..... So rather than carry my l...
If you havent been over to Made by Rae recently, you need to head over! Shes featuring a series of interviews about sewing with knits. My KNITerview will be up next week, so stay t...
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