Hello! I'm excited to share with you about an floaty Beatrix top that I've made with Minerva Crafts. I was inspired by a double gauze version that I saw on Made by Rae's blog. I made this version in some lovely Atelier Brunette, double gauze fabric as well. I love how lightweight and comfortable this… Continue reading Minerva Crafts: Summer Beatrix Top
I'm so excited for the release of the Free Range Slacks pattern by Sew House 7. I've made both versions that I'll share about with you today. I've been waiting for a pattern like this to come out, a high elastic waist pant with woven fabric. Version 1 is a tapered leg that you can… Continue reading Pattern Review: Free Range Slacks by Sew House 7
Making a concentrate is a handy way to have a quick iced drink to enjoy "on the go" throughout the week. I include both the half and full recipes in the directions below. When I try a new recipe, I like to try a smaller batch first to see if I like the flavors. Any… Continue reading Recipe: Chai Tea Concentrate
I'm so excited to share about the release of the La Brea tee by Halfmoon Atelier. I was honored to be a part of the test group for the pattern. It's a fun tee for woven or knit fabrics. With the shaping built in to the side seams and neckline, it's a quick sew that… Continue reading Pattern Review: La Brea tee by Halfmoon Atelier
I approached the company Ernest Wright to try their Antique Stork scissors to share a product review with you**. I had a lot of fun with this review. I intentionally picked up an embroidery project to test the scissors. I've noticed that I've typically seen stork scissor designs paired with embroidery applications. I'm also… Continue reading Ernest Wright Antique Stork Scissors [Product Review]
Hello there! I'm excited to share a review today of the Cape Cod Doll Pattern (aff link) by Ellie and Mac. This was a fun project that I resized for this doll, as a gift. This doll was previously purchased from a company called Bamboletta and she is so sweet! Pattern Description: The Cape Cod… Continue reading Pattern Review: Cape Cod Doll Pattern by Ellie and Mac
Hello there! I'm excited to share about a Stowe bag that I've sewn with Minerva Crafts. I had lots fun with this project and all the details. I got into hand embroidering the fabric, using Hong Kong seam finishes for the side and bottom seams, and single fold bias tape for the edges. For lots… Continue reading Minerva Crafts: Embroidered Stowe Bag
