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The Best Thing I’ve Ever Sewn

Posted on July 29, 2015 by

I’m competing in the Super Online Sewing Match II hosted by Sew Mama Sew and I have made it to Round Four. In between each round the contestants are asked to answer a sewing related question. For Round Four, the … Continue reading →

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Me and The Inspirational Tim Gunn!

Posted on April 8, 2015 by

I attended a discussion and book signing of the well-know television personality and author, Tim Gunn at the Castro Theatre in San Francisco. My daughter works for the Commonwealth Club, the oldest and largest public forum in the U.S. She treated … Continue reading →

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The Athena Top

Posted on March 24, 2015 by

This week I’d like to share with you one of my favorite tops for Spring, the Athena Top by Helena of GrayAllDayPatterns. What a creative designer! I volunteered to test the pattern through the design period before it’s official release. After … Continue reading →

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Sleeveless Knit Top Test #1

Posted on May 2, 2014 by

I’m building a travel wardrobe for when I visit hot humid countries this year. I want lightweight, comfortable cotton garments that I can wash and dry by hand and wear the next day. I’m testing a few knit top patterns designed … Continue reading →

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