Wouldn’t you like to save money and the planet at the same time? Saving money is almost always good, but when you use fabric diapers, you’re not only saving money, you’re also doing something good for both your baby and the planet. Many people believe that today’s disposable diapers have … Continue reading
This easy bow tie pattern is free and the tutorial is easy to follow and make. If you need to go “James Bond,” you can do it under an hour. The best part is that this free bow tie pattern is that when is all done and on your guy’s bow … Continue reading
Do you like owls as much as I do? My husband and son recently came back from the countryside here in Chile. They had been walking around a rural farm property when they saw a huge, Great Horned Owl that flew right past them and into one of the trees. … Continue reading
Are you prepared for minor medical emergencies? My husband and son recently attended a training course where there was a big emphasis on first aid skills and being prepared for those minor medical emergencies like cuts, scratches, bee stings, and other unforeseen injuries. One of the key takeaways was that … Continue reading
Have you ever tried origami? Origami is usually done with paper, but did you know there are sewing patterns that incorporate this beautiful Japanese custom and artform? So what is origami anyway you might ask? Well, origami is a Japanese word that literally means ori which is “folding” and kami … Continue reading
This is the tutorial for the Easter bunny clothing I promised a week or so ago. The outfits for this adorable pair are very easy to make. Both bunnies will fit perfectly inside the Easter Egg. I hope you use your imagination and the scraps of fabric that you … Continue reading
I call her “Daisy” the fabric Easter bunny because the daisy flower she represents brings a smile when you stumble upon a hill full of them. Now imagine the face of your child or grandchild when the Easter eggs open and here comes Daisy out ready to play. That would … Continue reading
Don’t you just love polka dots? Well, I certainly do. As a fabric pattern, it goes with so many things. From wallets and bags, to tops, skirts, and dresses, polka dots seem to create a fun and comfortable look for so many designs. It made me think just how often … Continue reading
Happy Chinese New Year! As most readers know, I lived in Singapore for many, many years. Chinese New Year, often simply referred to as “CNY” is an extremely big deal there. Much of the population there is ethnically Chinese so this is a special holiday for them but in reality, … Continue reading
Hi there! Amy from Friends Stitched Together, back with a new tutorial and a little confession: I’ve never been a huge fan of Valentine’s Day – I’m not really the flowers-and-chocolate type! This year though, I thought I’d challenge myself a little and come up with a tutorial for a … Continue reading
Kimonos are fantastic to both sew and wear The kimono is originally from Japan. The word for this traditional garment literally means (ki: wear + mono: object = “worn object“, or “object that is worn”). It is usually some sort of a full-length robe. Today, kimonos are worn all around the … Continue reading
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