A bit of practical sewing

Fall has come in with a roar around here. I finally bit the bullet and took a trip to the hardware store for all sorts of winterizing supplies for my new place. I even bought a snow shovel. It may seem like the snow is a long way away, but I thought that when I hid [...]

Movin’ up and movin’ out

The lull of sewing projects has been replaced by the roar of apartment hunting and moving preparation. Because I got a job! I have a very civilized three weeks to get my act together and get settled in my new city (town, to the rest of the world) about an hour away. I am excited. Because [...]

Free patterns are the best patterns

While procrastinating the other day, I found this great free pattern, courtesy of Fabric.com, for a beach cover up. Pretty cute huh?
I’m thinking about leaving the button closure out and instead just sew that seam up a bit. If you found the right fabric, it could be a great sundress, and so easy. Especially after [...]