I am sharing more today about expanding my Capsule Pajama wardrobe. I shared an introduction to this adventure in this post. The pattern that I'm talking about today is the Hudson Pants by True Bias. In the previous post I shared about my wearable muslin. In today's post I will be sharing about two additional… Continue reading Hudson Pants by True Bias with Simply by Ti fabrics
Planning a Capsule Pajama Wardrobe
A theme that I've picked for 2018 is "taking better care of myself." I can see this theme expanding out into multiple areas but the topic I'll share about today is sewing handmade pajamas. In the past I haven't been a "fancy pajama" kind of girl. I have typically worn the following for pajamas: old… Continue reading Planning a Capsule Pajama Wardrobe
Christmas gift sewing, Rucksack backpack by Frau Scheiner
Welcome to Day 7 of the DIY Christmas Toy Blog Tour, hosted by Seams Sew Lo. I am so honored to be a part of the tour. The blog tour sponsors are Phat Quarter Fabric and Seamingly Smitten. Frau Scheiner is also a sponsor for this tour. There are TWO giveaways that you could win… Continue reading Christmas gift sewing, Rucksack backpack by Frau Scheiner
Pattern Review: Anegada top by Halfmoon Atelier
I had the privilege of testing the Anegada top for Meghann of Halfmoon Atelier. I'll spoil the review up front and share that I loved the top so much that I made both versions, View A and View B. View A offers a cowl boatneck feature with banded sleeves and waist. View B has a… Continue reading Pattern Review: Anegada top by Halfmoon Atelier
Pattern Review: Everyday Tee by Ellie and Mac
I'm happy to share a pattern review with you today of the Everday Tee* (affiliate link) by Ellie and Mac. I tested this top for Lindsey and I enjoyed the pattern very much! Below is a size chart for the Ellie and Mac pattern line, for reference: Version (loose or fitted): Fitted Fabric: Cotton/Rayon/Spandex Size:… Continue reading Pattern Review: Everyday Tee by Ellie and Mac
Pattern Review: New Look 6397
I have a pattern review to share today for New Look 6397. As I share this review, I will mention that this is my first time working with a New Look pattern. I recently bought a few online when they were on sale. I started this project to participate in the lovely #cosycardichallenge hosted by… Continue reading Pattern Review: New Look 6397
Why I spin wool into yarn…
(Although I'm hoping to share mostly my sewing adventures on this blog, I will also share knitting and spinning posts from time to time.) As I share with people that I enjoy spinning wool/fibers into yarn, a frequent question that I get asked is, "Why?" I always smile as I get asked this question… Continue reading Why I spin wool into yarn…
Book Review: Sew U Home Stretch, The Built by Wendy Guide to Sewing with Knit Fabrics
I'm excited to share of a review of the book Sew U Home Stretch, the Built by Wendy Guide to Sewing Knit Fabrics by Wendy Mullin. The premise of this book is to offer a guide to sewing with knit fabrics. There are three basic patterns included in this book. Wendy then offers ways to… Continue reading Book Review: Sew U Home Stretch, The Built by Wendy Guide to Sewing with Knit Fabrics
Pattern Review: All Set Pattern Set by Anna Maria Horner
I will start out this post to share a disclaimer, I adore Anna Maria Horner's sewing patterns. The Quick Change Trousers pattern from the book Handmade Beginnings is my all time favorite sewing pattern for infants/toddlers. I have made many, many versions (both for my own children and as gifts). I will do a review of… Continue reading Pattern Review: All Set Pattern Set by Anna Maria Horner
Planning a Capsule Wardrobe. . .
I thought I'd take a little time for this post to share details behind my Capsule Wardrobe planning. I will also share some helpful resources that I've found in this topic. If you're not familiar with the term Capsule Wardrobe, Wikipedia notes the following: Capsule Wardrobe - "The term has come to refer to a… Continue reading Planning a Capsule Wardrobe. . .
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