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Professional Zipper Pocket Tutorial

(it's probably not the method you have been using!) Do we really need another zipper pocket tutorial in the sewing blog world? A quick google search yields dozens of helpful results. So why am I adding my own version? Because most of the zipper pocket tutorials at the top of the search results are ...
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Southport Dress

Pattern Review· Sewing

I've been admiring the Southport Dress by True Bias since it was released a few months ago. I really love the maxi version of the dress that Teresa made. I had the opportunity to test the Mini Southport Dress recently and was really happy with the finished dress. Kelli produces high-quality, modern ...
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Minted Photo Challenge Win

Home Decor· Uncategorized

Sewing is my primary creative outlet, but I also love to experiment with photography, surface design, printmaking, and other art. I recently entered some of my art and photography in the art challenges at Minted. If you aren't familiar with Minted, it's a company that sells art prints, stationery ...
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Patchwork Potholder Set

Sewing

A couple of months ago, I made the Hot Mitt House potholder from Betz White's new book called Present Perfect. I love the welcoming shape of the little house. It would make a lovely housewarming gift for a friend or a fun addition to your own kitchen. Plus, it is a creative way to use scraps of your ...
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Basket from Handmade Style

Book Reviews· Pattern Review· Sewing

I've been following Anna at Noodlehead for years. When I discovered she was working on a book, I knew it was something I would want to have in my sewing book library. Anna has a great style that mixes modern fabrics with handmade coziness. She uses clean simple lines, but always adds extra details ...
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Add Kantha Stitched Straps {Tote Bag Upgrade}

Sewing· Tutorials

This is part 2 of a two part tutorial. Check out part 1, where I show you how to make the Kantha stitched pocket. In this post, I'll show you how to add Kantha stitched tote bag handles and how to apply grommets. Here's part 2 of the Indian inspired tote bag with a Kantha stitched pocket and ...
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Add a Kantha Stitch Pocket {Tote Bag Upgrade}

Sewing· Tutorials

This is part 1 of a two part tutorial. In part 1, I'll show you how to make the Kantha stitched pocket. In part 2, I'll show you how to add Kantha stitched tote bag handles and how to apply grommets. With our move last month, I totally skipped the regular Tote Bag Upgrade post. I hope this one is ...
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Watercolor Floral Prefontaine Shorts

Pattern Review· Sewing

I picked up a little less than a yard of this gorgeous watercolor floral print fabric from the remnants at JoAnn Fabrics a few months ago. I had planned to make a pencil skirt with it. Though I'm sure a skirt would have been pretty, shorts are much more practical for my everyday life. I love the ...
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