It’s been a long break, y’all. And I really can’t say that I’m sorry about being away. For a long time I’ve been feeling that I was creating blog content just for the sake of creating content. I felt I was posting because I had to, not because I really wanted to share. As a…
MUSINGS
The Art of Decluttering and Letting Go..
I’ve taken a short little break this month. August is traditionally busy with back to school preparations and loads of birthdays in my daughter’s friend circle, so I wasn’t unprepared for how occupied I would be. What did take me by surprise was how much I didn’t want to sew. How the thought of cutting…
HIATUS! And why :)
Hello again! I’ve been away from this blog for an uncomfortably long time. For a while I was a little burned out, and then we found out we were moving states! And then we got pregnant. And then came baby. And then… Right now you’ll notice this blog is looking a little rough. Please bear…
WARDROBE PIECES
WARDROBE PIECES – TESSA by Jalie
Today I’m showcasing a designer duo that I’ve loved for years, but have never taken the time to take styled pics of finished pieces. You know those items that immediately go into your daily rotation? My Jalie makes are absolutely essential to my wardrobe and never really get into the “to photograph” queue. Jalie patterns…
The New and Improved Love Notions Laundry Day Tee!
When the first Laundry Day Tee by Love Notions was released, it took the sewing world by storm. I cannot count the number of times I’ve talked about how there’s a well-fitting, easy to sew, FREE (once you join the Facebook group you can find the coupon code that makes it free in the pinned…
Hey June Santa Fe – Or the pattern I love sewing five at a time.
Can I take a moment to talk about how a dolman sleeve top is amazing for summer? How the fact that the armscye is so low, I can sweat without worrying about it? The sleeve makes sure I’m not wondering if I’ve shaved recently, and and the loose fit is great in case I need…
BLOG TOUR
Love Notions Handmade Holiday Blog Tour!
I’m so glad to present to you the Love Notions Handmade Holiday Blog Tour! We’ve had four wonderful days of talented sewists, creators and bloggers bringing to you some cool ideas for a handmade gift, from cool crochet headbands and fun pattern hacks to diy lighted stars! Today, on the final day of the tour,…
Itch To Stitch Blog Tour – When The Sewing Community Comes Together To Help!
Hi Y’all! Recently, Kennis Wong of Itch To Stitch Patterns had a terrible shock when she returned home to Costa Rica from vacation and found all her valuables missing – cameras, computers, even sewing machines! Everything she used to make a living was gone. Along with a huge outpouring of love, the sewing community decided to…
Love Notions Sloane Tour – One For You, and One For Me!
Welcome to the last day of the Love Notions Sloane Tour! By now I’m sure you’ve seen some absolutely fabulous takes on the Sloane Sweater pattern. While I’ve got a reputation for picking bright fabrics, I’m going to show you how I’d dress up a classic pattern by deliberate choice of color and scale. All…