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
Pattern Review: La Brea tee by Halfmoon Atelier
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
Ernest Wright Antique Stork Scissors [Product Review]
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]
Pattern Review: Cape Cod Doll Pattern by Ellie and Mac
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
Minerva Crafts: Embroidered Stowe Bag
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
Minerva: Reversible Metamorphic Dress by Sew Liberated
Hello there! I'm excited to share a link to a fun project, made with Minerva. I made the reversible Metamorphic Dress by Sew Liberated. I geeked out a bit with this project by making three muslins (and then the final, fourth dress). For all of the nitty gritty details, check out the posts below on… Continue reading Minerva: Reversible Metamorphic Dress by Sew Liberated
Pinspiration & Pattern Review: Women’s Discoverer Tee with Ellie and Mac patterns and Simply by Ti fabrics
Hello! I had lots of fun recreating this color blocked tee, inspired by a photo on Pinterest. For my version I used the Women's Discoverer Tee pattern from Ellie and Mac. The version that I made was loosely inspired by the photo (mustard toned sleeves, a grey bodice and blue/turquoise yoke). One area that… Continue reading Pinspiration & Pattern Review: Women’s Discoverer Tee with Ellie and Mac patterns and Simply by Ti fabrics
Minerva: Pattern Hack, Reversible Agnes Tee
Hello there! I had a really fun project that I made with Minerva Crafts. I used a fun reversible Ponte knit fabric from their site (paired with the Agnes Tee pattern by Tilly and the Buttons). I changed a few of the garment construction elements to make this top fully reversible. I also used three… Continue reading Minerva: Pattern Hack, Reversible Agnes Tee
Minerva Crafts: Rifle Paper Co. Top
I'm excited to share a link today to a special project that I made with Minerva Crafts. This was my first time working with a Rifle Paper Co rayon fabric and it's just as amazing in person as what I've read about it online. Go and check out the post for more details: https://www.minerva.com/posts/1019145 https://www.minerva.com/posts/1019146… Continue reading Minerva Crafts: Rifle Paper Co. Top
Janome Strawberry Sewing Needle Organizer, Free Pattern
Have you ever gotten out a new sewing machine needle only to stitch one quick seam and then need to change to a different needle type? If so, this fun Strawberry Needle Organizer project is PERFECT for you! I selected the 9mm embroidery function on the Skyline S7 to add the sewing machine labels to… Continue reading Janome Strawberry Sewing Needle Organizer, Free Pattern
oak blue designs 