The Irresistible Allure of a Vintage Sewing Machine

vintage sewing machine

There’s always been something quite special about creating clothes with a good ole’ vintage sewing machine. Perhaps it’s the idea that you’re partaking in a fragment of history…or maybe it’s the fact that your vintage sewing machine was originally owned by your great-grandmother and has been passed down to your … Continue reading

Carpet Tote Bag FREE Pattern – Making Bags From Unusual Materials

carpet tote bag

My carpet tote bag is the result of my never-ending desire to make bags with unusual materials.  It’s also, the result from impulse buying…  I was looking for some materials that I could use instead of leather, and I was practicing my usual “whatever catches my eye” technique.  This is something I do often, … Continue reading

In the Spirit of “No Good Deed Goes Unpunished” –FREE Pattern for Everyone!

THIS GIVEAWAY OFFER IS NOW CLOSED.  PLEASE CHECK BACK FREQUENTLY FOR FUTURE OPPORTUNITIES. Hi Everyone, in the spirit of “no good deed goes unpunished”, I want to make this super popular pattern free to everyone for the next week. Sometimes I’m tempted to believe that rather cynical phrase “no good … Continue reading