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Little Photographer Camera Pattern: Gifts for Preschoolers

I love making handmade gifts for my family. Some years I have overestimated my ability to get things done in time (which seems like a common problem for those of us that sew! Hah!). This year I only did a few select gifts for the kids, including these Little Photographer Cameras from Swoodson ...
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10 Quick & Easy Handmade Gift Ideas

Sewing

...for Christmas or anytime... One of my favorite parts of sewing is making gifts for the people I love. Nothing says "I love you" like a handmade gift in just the "perfect" fabric. I love seeing the smile on someone's face when they receive a gift that is personalized to their taste. If your ...
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How to Make a Waxed Canvas Gift Pouch

Featured· Sewing· Tutorials

It's time to start thinking about holiday gifts. It always feels too early to start before Thanksgiving, but when you plan to make several handmade gifts, it's best not to wait until the last minute. I know some of you stay up half the night trying to finish Christmas pajamas at the last minute, ...
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Blue Striped Halifax Hoodie

Pattern Review· Sewing

Back in May when I was evaluating my handmade wardrobe, I concluded that I needed more comfortable basics in my wardrobe. Right after that Adrianna was kind enough to send me a copy of the Hey June Halifax Hoodie to try. I purchased the Union St. Tee (also from Hey June) last year and have used it ...
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Cozy & Comfortable in my Gray Julia Cardigan

Pattern Review· Sewing

I've been working on sewing more wearable basics for myself. In the past, I've made dresses and tops with pretty printed fabric that end up unworn in the back of my drawer. I have a few solid-colored sweatshirts and comfy tops planned and ready to sew this month. Hopefully, things I will actually ...
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7 Flowing Blouse Patterns to Sew

Sewing

Are you looking for some flowing blouse patterns to sew? A beautiful, flowing blouse makes a great addition to your wardrobe! Most blouses can be worn casually with jeans or dressed up with a skirt and heels for more formal occasions. Since I'm usually home during the day with the kids, I tend to ...
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Silk Weekend Getaway Blouse

Pattern Review

One of the things I learned in May (during "Me Made May" when I wore mostly handmade clothes), is that I need to make more basics. In particular, I'm lacking casual tops to wear with jeans. I thought a cream-colored blouse would be a nice layering piece, as well as something that could be worn most ...
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Mom’s Minivan Organizer Sew-along #4 & Link-up

Sew-along

This is the final post for the Mom's Minivan Organizer from On the Go Bags. If you are just joining, check out the intro post, and the first, second, and third sew-along posts. In this post, we'll be adding the binding and handles to finish the organizer! You can find the ...
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Declutter Your Sewing Space & Supplies to Spark Creativity

Introducing the Flower City Potholders Sewing Pattern

How to Make a Waxed Canvas Gift Pouch

Little Photographer Camera Pattern: Gifts for Preschoolers

10 Quick & Easy Handmade Gift Ideas

How to Make a Waxed Canvas Gift Pouch

Blue Striped Halifax Hoodie

Cozy & Comfortable in my Gray Julia Cardigan

7 Flowing Blouse Patterns to Sew

Silk Weekend Getaway Blouse

Mom’s Minivan Organizer Sew-along #4 & Link-up

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