Annika writes, “This pattern is as close to perfect as any I’ve ever used…” Pattern Montessori By Hand Emmeline Apron Description Emmeline is a sweet reversible apron with a gathered bodice. Meg says: “The Emmeline Apron is the one you’ve been waiting for – modern, stylish, and fun to sew. You’ll never want to take[…]
History of Quilts for Kids
I usually don’t blog about myself or my experiences. I’m as shy online as I am in real life, so I sometimes break a sweat when I have to reveal. On rare occasions, however, I do like to go on about things I find important. Despite my current career of luxury in which I putz[…]
Batting Guide from Amy of Happy Things
Once you have pieced a beautiful patchwork top, the next step in the quilt making process requires batting. (Or perhaps it is called wadding where you live?) Batting is simply the stuff in the middle of your quilt – the layer between the front and the back that gives your quilt dimension and warmth. Batting[…]
Rice Heat Therapy Bag Tutorial
Rice Heat Therapy Bag with Washable Cover Materials you will need: fabric scraps 1/4 yard linen or other fabric (I used thislinen blend.) 1/4 yard muslin 2 lbs short or medium grain rice essential oil 4″ of 3/4″ wide Velcro 1. Cut Fabric 2 colored strips = 2″ x 7.75″ 1 colored strip = 3″ x[…]
Kids Patchwork Scarf Tutorial
Are you ready to sew along? Let’s all make patchwork scarves to keep the kids warm through the fall and winter! Anything goes and we can’t wait to see what you create. You can follow our little tutorial or do it your own way. If you’re on the beginning end of the sewing spectrum the[…]
Britches and Bloomers Pattern Review
Pattern Jackie Clark’s Britches & Bloomers Pattern Description “Easy-to-stitch pants for little boys & girls,” according to the pattern package. A slightly tapered-leg pant with either a contrasting ruffle or cuff and either hip or side pockets. Girl’s pants by Mary Materials While the package doesn’t specify what types of fabric to use, the photographs[…]