Do You Have Some Vintage Sheets or Linens Lying Around? Quite a few years ago, my mother-in-law gave me a whole stack of vintage sheets with bright and beautiful floral patterns. I didn’t want to use them on our beds but they were such nice patterns and the fabric quality … Continue reading
This long sleeved, simple boat top can be made in only one hour –assuming you have a fully functioning sewing machine. The top is comfortable to wear and very functional. It can be worn in a wide variety of settings and complements all kinds of different looks. I was a … Continue reading
Today is a very special day for me, so I wanted to do something very special for you to help me celebrate. My daughter, Samantha, just turned 16. For everyone who’s been there themselves when they turned 16 or had a daughter who did, I’m sure you know how important … Continue reading
Our regular readers would know we occasionally highlight interesting sales for our readers. Craftsy just launched a new sale with 50+ classes, including some terrific sewing classes, under $15. Craftsy is very, very popular in our community, so if you haven’t tried them, now would be a good time. If … Continue reading
Does Your Home Need Some Improvement? I’m often at a loss when it comes to ideas of what I can sew for our home. So I keep a list of projects that I’ve come across that would look good and add to our house for when I have the time. I … Continue reading
Here’s another idea to use up some of that cord that you may have lying around. Recently on the website, we have been doing a couple of projects using cord, so you might have some left over. If you don’t it’s pretty inexpensive stuff and easy to find. This project … Continue reading
Stress-free Sewing Stress is all around us these days. According to the Mayo Clinic, stress can wreak havoc on both your mind and your body. Thankfully sewing can be both a hobby and past-time that can really be a refuge from stress. We’ve written before about how Sewing Fights Depression as … Continue reading
I’ve always wanted to do a project to sew my own trench coat. I’ve loved trench coats since I was a teen and with autumn just around the corner, I think it would be a fun project the would result in a practical garment for the cool, wet weather that … Continue reading
All sewing enthusiasts can agree, it’s very difficult to decide when to change or replace your old sewing machine. Imagine using that same sewing machine for decades, and all the memories that attach to it. What if you inherited the machine from your Mom or even your GrandMa? Wouldn’t that make … Continue reading
In this fourth and final part of the Walking Shorts Sew Along, we will be adding cuffs to any pair of shorts or pants can be easily done if you follow the instructions below. If you have missed the first three parts here are the links to take you … Continue reading
Most of us simply can’t find enough time to sew. However, sometimes when I just have to sew something, I wish I had a list of small projects that I could fit into the short time I have available. So a few months ago, I started making a list of … Continue reading
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