M7429 Pine Crest Velvet by Love You Sew

Holiday Dressing with Stretch Velvet

Nothing says "Happy Holidays" more than some velvet. There is just something about this fabric that conjures up feelings of wintertime mixed with luxury...especially in deep royal blue. Luckily, it is also one of the hot fabrics of the minute with odes to the 90s still in full fashion swing. Fabric The nap of velvet … Continue reading Holiday Dressing with Stretch Velvet

Disco Double Zip by Love You Sew

Gift Idea: Disco Double-Zip Pouch as a Toy Bag

It's holiday gift-giving season already and I've been thinking about my handmade line-up for awhile now.  I don't know if I'm just getting better at planning or if the consumer marketing seems to be pushing earlier.  It's probably the latter, right?!?  So, I'm going to try to show you some of my favorite handmade gift … Continue reading Gift Idea: Disco Double-Zip Pouch as a Toy Bag

Blackwood Cardigan + Kila Tank with Indiesew

It's so easy to drop into the habit of just yoga pants and a hooded sweatshirt this time of year.  After camping and a very wet weekend, that's all I really want to wear.  But I know I always feel better when I pull myself together and make some sort of effort on an outfit. … Continue reading Blackwood Cardigan + Kila Tank with Indiesew

Colleen “Shortie” Tote Bag with Loved to Pieces Blog Party

When Mathew Boudreaux (aka Mister Domestic) throws a party, you know it's gonna be big and fabulous!  And this Blog Party is living up to all the hype with over three weeks of amazing projects using Mathew's debut fabric collection, Loved to Pieces.  I'm so honored to be a part of all the festivities, so … Continue reading Colleen “Shortie” Tote Bag with Loved to Pieces Blog Party

Tillery Skirt Review

When I went to Texas a month ago, I was hoping to make this Tillery Skirt for the hot weather ahead.  Unfortunately, I ran out of time and did not make it then.  But, I was able to finish this skirt now that central Ohio feels like Texas...at 93*F!  I'm so glad I was able … Continue reading Tillery Skirt Review