It is no secret I love Sew Sweetness patterns by Sara Lawson. I've come to really trust her instructions and I love all the innovative ways Sara constructs her bags. She has written quite a few patterns and has a nice variety of large bags down to small accessories. You can read about a few of … Continue reading Minikin Sidewinder Review – Plus Drop-In Lining Hack
A few months ago, I had the amazing opportunity of taking one of Sara Lawson's bag-making classes...at my local quilt shop! I've been trying to attend one of her retreats for awhile and was so glad she came to Columbus. Sara designs some pretty fantastic bags and accessories through her business, Sew Sweetness. The Aeroplane … Continue reading Appaloosa Bag – Pattern Review
The Claire Fold-over Clutch with cross-body strap is my very first bag pattern release. 'Talk about all the feelings right now! There is so much to say about this bag, both in it's functionality and how it just came to be. If you can bear with me, I'll dive into both 🙂 Many of you … Continue reading Claire Fold-over Clutch :: Pattern Release
April Rhodes has done it again. She has just dropped not one, but TWO new fabric collections with Art Gallery Fabrics. Arizona After is a gorgeous extension of April's inaugural Arizona line with some new prints and some recolored with soft dusty pink and blues along with some deep rust and mustard. The color combos … Continue reading Heritage and Arizona After Fabrics :: Portside Duffle
I'm a fan of fashion. But as a mom (and as a work-at-home one,) there isn't much motivation to step past the yoga pants and a clean (smelling) tee most days. I do admit, when I can get my act together, it does make me feel good to step out of my slip-on Vans. Now … Continue reading Something Old Something New – Festival Bag Upcycle
