Out & About Dress {Pattern Review}

'Nothing like having some crazy beautiful weather to push me to finally make my Out and About Dress.  (Anyone else getting snow in April, then full sun and 70* the next day?)  I've had this pattern since Black Friday when Sew Caroline had a great sale, but like most selfish sewing plans, this was pushed … Continue reading Out & About Dress {Pattern Review}

Fundraiser Sewing

Whether you sew for hobby, for business, or for necessity, it's always nice to sew for a cause.  I'm a stay-at-home-mom who has to continually stretch a buck, so I like to help how I can...and that means through sewing.  These past few weeks have provided me a few opportunities to use these skills to … Continue reading Fundraiser Sewing

Sewing Room {Pattern Organization}

It's funny when I'm asked what kind of sewist I am.  Quilter? Bag-Maker? Garments?  Well....I tell everyone, "I am all of the above."  I like to dabble in everything -- to challenge myself and I just love being able to make as much as I can with my own hands.  With this variety in my … Continue reading Sewing Room {Pattern Organization}

Mountain View – 2016 Paintbrush Studio New Block Blog Hop

Welcome to the 2016 Paintbrush Studio New Block Blog Hop!  During the next three days, you will see a flurry of uniquely designed 12" x 12" (finished) quilt blocks.  The best part?  These are all FREE patterns!  For a full list of participants, please visit the host of each day's hop: Monday, March 28th - Yvonne … Continue reading Mountain View – 2016 Paintbrush Studio New Block Blog Hop

Kimberly Sac Sew-Along

Fat Quarter Shop has another great pattern....and it's for a bag!  When I was asked to join this sew-along, I could not say "no."  I love making bags just as much as I do quilting.  With the Kimberly Sac by Fig Tree Studios, you get both!  It is a great cross-body design with some simple patchwork. … Continue reading Kimberly Sac Sew-Along