Hello! I’m quite excited to share about making the Jack Tar bag with Minerva. The fabrics used for this project are two different waxed cottons from Minerva, by Merchants & Mills. This was my first time working with pre-waxed fabrics and these are quite lovely! I love this bag! I put a sweater’s quantity of… Continue reading Minerva: Waxed Cotton Jack Tar Bag
Category: Sewing
Janome Tutorial: Recycled Coffee Pouch
Are you a coffee fan or is someone in your life one? Have you ever noticed how cute the illustrations can be on coffee bags? Have you been saving a special, local bag of coffee to reuse it in some other way? I have a fun tutorial to share with you with Janome for repurposing… Continue reading Janome Tutorial: Recycled Coffee Pouch
Minerva: Handmade Tablet Case
I'm excited to share about a handmade tablet case that I've made with Minerva. The pattern is from the book Handmade Style by Noodlehead. I had to recently update to a new iPad to use for work. The sewing for this case came out of necessity (to protect the new tablet). Check out the link… Continue reading Minerva: Handmade Tablet Case
Minerva: Tencel Twill Nehalem Pants
Hello there! I’m very excited to share with you about a project that has been on my bucket list, the Nehalem pants by Sew House Seven. When I saw this beautiful Tencel Twill fabric by MILK on Minerva’s site I decided that now is the time to make these pants! They are as comfortable as… Continue reading Minerva: Tencel Twill Nehalem Pants
Janome: Mini-Clip Wallet Tutorial
Have you ever felt like forgoing a large purse or wallet and just carrying around a tiny wallet? This handy project is easy to make and is a fun gift to share. You could tuck a giftcard inside and make a few for teachers or friends. Click the link below for the free tutorial: https://www.janome.com/inspire/projects/accessories/mini-clip-wallet/
Pattern Review: Wildwood Wrap Dress by Sew House Seven
I'm very happy to share a pattern review of the new Wildwood Wrap Dress by Sew House Seven. This is a gorgeous wrap dress that I had the pleasure of pattern testing. The construction details are equally stunning on the inside and outside of the dress. An obi-style belt is included in the pattern for… Continue reading Pattern Review: Wildwood Wrap Dress by Sew House Seven
Minerva: Morgan Jeans Exploration
Hello there! I’m SO EXCITED to share with you about making my first pair of jeans. I sewed the Morgan jeans (by Closet Core patterns) as this month’s Minerva Blogger Network project. I used a 7.5 oz 100% cotton denim fabric for this project and the finished jeans are so comfortable. Customized, handmade jeans have… Continue reading Minerva: Morgan Jeans Exploration
Minerva: Ripstop Parade of Pouches
Hello there! I really enjoyed sewing with multiple Ripstop fabrics from Minerva this month (and I’m looking forward to sharing about them). The Ripstop that I selected from Minerva is lovely to work with (and it’s inexpensive as well). It’s handy to check which side of the fabric has the water resistant layer, before sewing.… Continue reading Minerva: Ripstop Parade of Pouches
Minerva: Embroidered Constellation Table Runner
I’m so excited to share about this project!! I made an embroidered linen table runner with constellation motifs (with two different sizes of sequins and colonial knots). The pattern is from Miniature Rhino for Design Sponge. The materials were gifted to me by Minerva for writing this post. For lots more details, check out the… Continue reading Minerva: Embroidered Constellation Table Runner
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