Like everyone and their mama, I scooped up the Persephone Pants pattern by Anna Allen Clothing last summer. I made these shorts last summer as well...and even took the pictures...but this post was left on the back burner while I had other blog deadlines to fulfill. While pulling clothes for our spring break trip, I … Continue reading Sewing the Persephone Shorts
Fall is my very favorite garment-making time. I love being able to sew comfy clothes to go along with my favorite autumn activities like having bonfires and heading out to the pumpkin patch. Stylemaker Fabrics is an amazing resource to make all of that sewing happen. Michelle, the owner, does her trend research and sources … Continue reading Fall Sewing :: Sunday Everyday Sweater and Ginger Jeans with Stylemaker Fabrics
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
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
