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Pencil Pouch Progress!!! 23 Aug 2013 | 06:00 pm
Just over 1 week of sewing for our August Project! There is still plenty of time to sew up a Pencil Pouch or 2 in support of our efforts to help the kiddos of the Pine Ridge Reservation be ready for ...
Product Review: Petite Press 21 Aug 2013 | 06:00 pm
I recently got to try a Petite Press Portable Mini Iron and thought some of you might like to know about some of the great features it has. As you can see, it has a digital control pad on the top t....
The Runaround Pants by Fishsticks Designs - Jersey Love Blog Tour & Giveaway! 20 Aug 2013 | 06:17 pm
Today is my stop on the fun & comfy Jersey Love Blog Tour! I'm so excited to share the fabulous new Fishsticks Designs Runaround Pants pattern I had the privilege to sew, using the scrumptious new...
Mid-Month Reminder! 16 Aug 2013 | 07:02 pm
I can hardly believe it, but it's here! Time for our Mid-Month Reminder! There's still plenty of time to jump in and sew along for our August Project, and we sure hope you do! We are making Pencil P...
Let's Talk Textiles - How to Mix Fabric Prints 14 Aug 2013 | 06:30 pm
It's time for another "Let's Talk Textiles" entry from our friend Kim at Fabric Outlet. Today's topic, is one I'm excited to learn more about, how to mix fabric prints. Take it away Kim! Hello ever....
2 Minute Pencil Pouch Tutorial! 13 Aug 2013 | 06:00 pm
Don't Blink!!! Or else you might miss this! It's quick! Really, really quick! READY???? Start with a piece of 9''x12'' pre-cut felt. Stores like JoAnn's and Hobby Lobby carry a wide selection of so...
Sewing Essential - Tailor's Chalk 9 Aug 2013 | 06:55 pm
I must admit, I don't readily use Marking or Tailor's Chalk in my sewing. I've developed the habit of using washable markers with a house full of kiddos, since those are always readily available. ;) ...
FLUFF Project - Doll Panel Donations from Stacy Iest Hsu Designs 7 Aug 2013 | 09:12 pm
I was delighted when I was recently contacted by Stacy of Stacy Iest Hsu Designs and offered some of her incredibly ADORABLE and unique doll panels! Of course I JUMPED at the opportunity and had alre...
Fat Quarter Shop - GIVEAWAY in support of our August Project! 2 Aug 2013 | 06:00 pm
Let's kick off this August Project sewing with a fun FABRIC GIVEAWAY what do say??? Fat Quarter Shop is giving 1 lucky seamstress a Bear Country School Layer Cake! And this is PERFECT to use with thi...
August 2013 - Monthly Project Announcement 1 Aug 2013 | 06:00 pm
Are you READY for a simple sewing project that GIVES BIG??? I sure am! And our August Project provides just that! Once again, we are very excited to be teaming up with Sew For Kids to work together ...