Inspiration

New Batik Rayon is here: the leafy Verde motif, Medora Flora–Sangria, Lilac updates, plus two remixes and restocks. Click to see the beautiful new batiks - you will love them!

Like the flowers in my garden, Nuance Gradation batiks celebrate the beauty of color in transition. With 38 shades available by the yard or in bundles, these fabrics make it easy to add depth and dimension to quilts, garments, bags, and more

As summer winds down, I’m feeling that familiar pull to start sewing for the next season. This year’s fall list includes a cozy corduroy jacket, a handmade laptop sleeve, a special-occasion dress, and my favorite layering sweater.

I’ll be sharing more details (and fabrics) for each project over the next few weeks—so whether you quilt, sew garments, or make bags, I hope you’ll join me in creating something beautiful this fall.

Our 57" Batik Corduroy is here—and it's ready to become your favorite fall fabric. Cozy jackets, soft pants, and textured accessories start now, because in a few short weeks... we’ll be wearing them!

If you’ve been sewing garments for a while, you’ve probably used interfacing. But let’s be honest—questions like “when should I use it?”, “which weight is right?”, and “am I applying it the right way?” can still pop up. In this post, we’re clearing up the mystery and sharing exactly how to choose and use interfacing with our SewBatik fabrics.

Happy May 2024 Everyone!

I'm so excited about May. It's the time of year we share all our makes!  And the great part about Me Made May is that our makes can be anything! Garments, accessories, home decorating, crafting, quilting, and the list goes on and on!  

Thanks go to Zoe Edwards @SOZOBLOG for creating and hosting this wonderful creative event each year. Follow her on Instagram and download her workbook!  There are so many ways to challenge ourselves and enjoying every step of creating!

Summer brings outside activities, family picnics, gardening, and so many other pulls for our time. Sewing might not be on your priority list. I've started planning my August sewing projects.... Read on...

Throughout the year we change our home decor to match the season. Spring is the perfect time of year to add bright and lively accents to your kitchen. It's time for a refresh.

Easy. That is the name of the game for Holiday Season 2022. There are so many pulls and tugs in all directions. This year take a few hours and take care of you. There is nothing easier than a simple tunic length tee from fabric that says "happy holiday".

What can we do with nine half yard cuts of Nuance Gradation shades? Well, a great deal! We are making a very simple quilt, pillows, and coasters. What will be left over? Not much!

Not everyone has the luxury of a large cutting area or ironing area in our home sewing spaces. It can be so difficult to wash, press, fold, and cut large cuts of fabric like the 115" wide cotton - most often used for quilt backings. 

Simplification is easier than you think. 

Decorating for each season is a wonderful way to show your style throughout your home. Each fall we change our decorating to bring the fall shades into our home. An easy way to decorate is - the dining room table!