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Yellow Floral Dress

Posted on May 10, 2016 by

Pattern? Why did you choose it? I used a Kay Unger Design for Vogue 1353. It’s a lined, sleeveless dress with front neckline pleats, scoop neckline, close-fitting bodice (slightly above waist), princess seams, pleated skirt, thread loops, and invisible back zipper. The hem … Continue reading →

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Knit Top Kraze!

Posted on April 24, 2016 by

  I am getting ready for a vacation to Alaska! With the date fast approaching, I’ve made  several knit tops from uniquely designed fabric from Spoonflower, a yard from Mood in New York, and a yard of stretch knit from … Continue reading →

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My First Sampler Quilt

Posted on April 5, 2016 by

I love learning new things, especially when it involves sewing. At the beginning of the year, I joined The Splendid Sampler Quilt Along hosted by Pat Sloan and Jane Davidson. These two are experts in their field! They are teachers, … Continue reading →

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March Marches On

Posted on March 17, 2016 by

I have several things to share with you that I have been working on during the first few weeks of March. First, just let me say that I tried out for the position of a Bernina Ambassador, but I wasn’t selected. … Continue reading →

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A Bernina Ambassador

Posted on March 4, 2016 by

I’d love to be a Bernina Ambassador! Please follow the link to “heart” my projects on Kollabora and I might have a chance. Follow this link to VOTE for a Future Bernina Ambassador  Thanks ever so much!

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Little Bunny Phoebe

Posted on February 22, 2016 by

“Little Bunny Foo Foo Phoebe Hopping Through the Forest….” Pattern: Phoebe Dress by Colette Patterns Fabric: Radiant Girl by Lecien Fabrics Year: 2016 Notions: thread, zipper, buttons, interfacing Time to complete: One day to cut, one day to make First worn: By my granddaughter in … Continue reading →

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It’s all Happening in Queue for the Zoo

Posted on January 31, 2016 by

  Pattern: Archer by Grainline Studio Fabric: Liberty Tana Lawn “Queue for the Zoo” SKU: ZOO-G Year: contemporary, and classic Notions: thread, buttons, interfacing Time to complete: One day to cut, one day to make First worn: January 2016 between rainstorms Wear again? It’s … Continue reading →

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Pea Coat Nouveau

Posted on January 21, 2016 by

Fabric: Navy Blue Wool and silky turquoise lining Pattern: Vogue 8884 View B Year: Classic (this design dates back to the 1700’s) Notions: Gold metallic buttons with a blue center Accessories: Hand crocheted scarf (made by me) Time to complete: a few weeks First … Continue reading →

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Featured in Sewing World Magazine

Posted on January 14, 2016 by

Sewist.com, one of several sewing and crafting social media sites, is featured in the February Edition of Sewing World Magazine. As part of the team, I’m flattered that Sewist is represented so thoroughly in the article. The website, Sewist, is the … Continue reading →

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Giraffe Pajama Pants

Posted on December 27, 2015 by

Handmade Pajama Pants for Daughter Number Three Pattern: Carolyn Pajamas by Closet Case Files Fabric: Cotton Knit Abstract Giraffe Fabric Year: 2015 Classic Pajama Notions: thread and waistband elastic Time to complete: One day First worn: December 25 by my daughter Wear again? She loves them! I won this … Continue reading →

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