Showing Up – As we approach the end of 2023, my mind shifts towards the beginning of a new year. The past six months of 2023 have been quite challenging. 2023 During the summer, my beautiful girl Rosie started showing signs of lethargy and lack of energy. She had a decreased appetite and was drinking more water than usual. Concerned, I took Rosie to the vet and she was diagnosed with low thyroid and Cushing’s disease. I started her on…
The 52 Week Sewing Challenge 2024 is a thrilling opportunity for sewing enthusiasts like us! It aims to inspire us to enhance our sewing skills and unleash our creativity by completing a sewing project every week throughout the year. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced sewer, this challenge provides a fantastic chance to broaden your horizons and push yourself. Each week has a new project prompt. We can choose our sewing projects based on our interests and skill levels….
Welcome back! I’m glad you’re joining us for the Sew Along of McCall’s 7626 Romper. I am excited to announce that this is the last session! This was a challenging project, but I hope you are as thrilled with the results as I am! Just Joining us? Head over to the Sew Along M7626 Romper page to catch up on past posts. I explain how to calculate your measurements, pattern ease, and the right pattern size for your romper along with creating…
All About Sew Alongs Sewing is an awesome hobby that’s been around for ages. It’s not just a way to show off your artistic side but also a useful skill that lets you create clothes, home decor, and other cool stuff. One of the best ways to pick up new sewing skills and meet others who love to sew is by joining a sew along. Let me give you all the fun details you need to know about sew alongs….
Sewing Your Own Pillowcases So last year, my daughter totally hooked me up with this gorgeous quilt and bed set. It was awesome, but then I ran into a problem: I couldn’t find any pillowcases that matched! I wasn’t about to give up, though. I was on a mission to make everything look perfect, so I decided to take matters into my own hands and sew some pillowcases. If you’re in the same boat, check it out! Here’s a super-easy…
Are you a sewing enthusiast looking for a fun and exciting challenge to take on in 2023? Look no further than the 52 Week Sewing Challenge – 2023! So I found this group on Facebook the other day and I was like, “oh dang, this is so cool!” They’re doing this thing where they complete a new sewing project every week for a year. I used to sew all the time but then I lost interest in it, you know?…
Our Dining room table is used for many things. Eating meals. Doing homework. Gathering with friends and family. Collecting clutter. The table is also the center of our dining room. I love decorating my home with little seasonal touches. Changing the runner on my dinning room table to reflect the different seasons and holidays is a quick and easy way of celebrating the time of year. Plus it’s colorful and fun! I can switch a table runner out quick and…
I totally understand the need for exciting and challenging projects. When I stumbled upon the Sophia Carry-all by Amy Butler, I was honestly smitten. Of course, I was also a little nervous since I hadn’t tried sewing a structured bag before. To add to my anxiety, it had been a while since I had done any “serious” sewing. But, despite all that, I decided to take the plunge and make the Sophia Carry-all. Researching the Project To get ready for…
Decorating for different seasons and holidays can be a lot of fun, but it can also be time-consuming and expensive. That’s why I love the Envelope Pillow Covers! They’re quick and easy to make, and they can change the look and feel of a room in seconds! In this blog post, I’ll show you how to make your own easy envelope pillow cover with just a few basic sewing supplies. I love decorating for the different seasons and holidays! Pillow…
Cup cozies are a great way to keep your hands from burning when holding a hot drink or freezing when enjoying a cold one. An added benefit is cozies keeps your drink insulated. Reusable cozies also helps to reduce paper waste and give us the opportunity to help the environment. I love how colorful cup cozies lift my spirits when I see them wrapped around a special drink. That helps make my day! Sometimes the little things can lift us…