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Lost Arts of Sewing: Vintage-Style Embellished Blanket by StraightGrain

I’m sure you’ve all found those blogs that sort of keep nudging your subconscious – you notice cute things and great pictures popping up in link parties, sew alongs, etc.  Then you start finding your favorite blogs contributing to really cool series and think “I have got to go check this girl out!”.  That’s how {…Continue Reading}

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Lost Arts of Sewing: Chain Stitch Embroidery from Welcome to the Mouse House

Today we have Hayley from Welcome to the Mouse House with us.  I fell in love with Hayley’s sweet designs with lovely hand embellishments on her adorable kids when she competed on (and won!) Project Run & Play Season 5.  Her Beaute Classique winning look was just. so. stinkin’. cute! Now for a little history on {…Continue Reading}

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Lost Arts of Sewing: Blanket Stitch for Garments by Falafel and the Bee

Today we welcome Michelle from Falafel and the Bee who is the first guest for the series.  She’s sharing a blanket stitch embroidery technique for a finishing touch on garments.  I became smitten with Michelle’s whimsical contributions as she sewed along with Project Run & Play, particularly her Art Inspired Dress which she based on a {…Continue Reading}

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DIY “POP” Beverage Holster – Contributor at Growing Up Gabel

I’ve received the fabulous opportunity to be a crafts contributor at Growing Up Gabel where Camille writes about trying to build an organic and self-sufficient lifestyle for her family. With Father’s Day on the horizon, I’m sharing a simple sewing tutorial to make a DIY “POP” Beverage Holster.  Go check it out and the rest {…Continue Reading}

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