cant believe Ill be leaving for Uganda in just over a week! Ive been trying to get some sewing done so that I have something to wear on my trip!! For that reason, I chose the Classic Blou...
Here it is - McCalls 3129. In the last few years that Ive gone to Uganda, I have taught the women how to make skirts and bags. Last year I worked with three women in particular, Kathy, Fl...
Im not normally a fan of polyester dress fabrics, but I really liked this poly charmeuse and knew it would be perfect for this dress. The pattern is McCalls 6277 I decided to go with the V neck and t...
I am getting ready to go to Uganda and wanted to try making a reversible skirt. I figured I would use two sheer fabrics that would be light weight, but solid enough that they could act as a lin...
In less than 6 weeks I will be taking off to Uganda again. For anyone new to my blog, this will be my fourth year going into the slums and villages of Uganda to teach women to sew. I am e...
It seems to go from Winter to Summer in just a couple of weeks here. Its been in the 90s all week and looks like more of the same next week! Im not complaining though, Im one of the rare ...
Well, my Easter dress did not get finished, but little Miss Emmas did! I used the same pattern as for her last dress (M5791), but omitted the hem band and sleeves. I also left off the tie in the back...
Finally I have been getting some sewing time. Of course, I have also had house cleaning time, errand time, and Emmasitting time. Yes, I am on Spring Break! Yahoo!!First, I made the little Emma a dres...
I am so excited about what is happening in Uganda. Last year was my third trip to Uganda to teach sewing to the women of the villages. I worked with 3 ladies in particular on how to make childrens cl...
I have found that it really does help to wipe student desks down regularly with disenfecting wipes. Usually I have a lot of generous parents who will donate such things, but not this year. I think Iv...
Well, I wish there were more to update, but there isnt much.I have finished 3 things for the swap. First of all, the "Danas Top" by Silhouette patterns. This turned out well despite the fact ...
The SWAP (Sewing With a Plan) has begun over on Stitchers Guild, and Im in. The emphasis for this years swap is to make garments that are well-fitted and will become TNT (Tried and True) patterns. 2 ...
Lets hope. I traced the pattern and am ready to cut out. I want to finish this top to wear tomorrow night.Ive had this beautiful stretch velvet in my stash for a couple of year and never knew what to...
I was supposed to make my black pants yesterday, and although they are cut and ready to go, I had to make these instead.They are just so cute, I couldnt resist.I got the pattern from the Etsy shop ca...
So, what is all the buzz about Colette Patterns? If you havent tried them, I will give you an inside peek. In addition to the Colette Sewing Handbook that I talked about earlier, I also ordered 2 pat...
And here it is! Ive been wearing this dress all day today, and I have to say, "I love it!" I think next time I will probably make it 2" longer so I can wear it to work.More pictures here
The Licorice Dress has taken more time than expected, but much of that was due to unforeseeable events that have nothing to do with sewing. Of course, it did take a little tweaking to work out the fi...
Yesterday I thought I would trace out some patterns that Im planning for the SWAP. Ever since I moved out of my sewing room, Ive been using the dining room table for cutting. Well, it IS getting clos...
Last week (or maybe the week before) I went on sort of a sewing shopping spree. I bought the Colette Sewing book, the Threads Archive DVD set, a few patterns, and the BurdaStyle Sewing Handbook. I wa...
I was not happy with the jacket I made, so it was either scrap it or fix it. I decided to fix it. I took in each of the side seams 3/8", took a 1/2" tuck (total 1") at the center back, an...
Well, it seems that Colette patterns are all the rage right now, and I can see why. The styles are hip with a vintage vibe to them. The garments are "pretty" and feminine. I finally broke dow...
They are doing a winter 6Pac at Stitchers guild and I think Im in. I need new clothes because everything is too big on me now. The six pac suggestion is:1 - winter coat or heavy jacket in a dark neut...
These are the Sally Pants by Silhouette patterns. I would have NEVER chosen these pants by the envelope. Just look:After viewing Peggy Sagers webcast on pants fitting, I knew I wanted to try these si...
Today I finished a pair of wool pants (pictures tomorrow I hope) that Ive been working on for a while.Several months ago I fell in love with the Hot Pattern scarf shirt pattern. I bought 2 different ...
Well, I havent been doing much sewing, and since I didnt have a camera for so long, I havent made any posts lately. Weve had a new addition to our family, little Emma was born October 19. Since then,...
clean out my bathroom cabinets, organize my dresser drawers, sort out my itunes collection get some prints from my pictures on my computer, and so much more.... but now, Im either forced to or dont h...
I finally sewed the first true piece for my 6PAK. It is the A-Line Skirt in the Bell Sleeve Wrap pattern by Christine Johnson. The pattern is designed for a knit, but I used a woven. There is a sheet...
Lately I have been obsessed by Peggy Sagers and Silhouette Patterns. I have been watching the live webcasts and even the reruns that are on her site. I have ordered several patterns, and tonight I fi...
There is a thread over on Stitchers Guild for the "6PAC" which is a 6 piece Autumn Collection. I love the introduction. Heres the basics:The point of these sew-alongs is to create the bones o...
I bought Christine Johnson pattern 311 for the boyfriend jacket, but it also came with a nice little boat neck shell. I decided to give it a shot. A couple of weeks ago I ordered a few 1 yard pieces ...
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