Inspiration

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.

My friend Kris "LOVED" her outfit!  I had wanted to make a complete outfit and mix and match Jersey Knit with Batik Rayon for some time. Cashmerette patterns made it easy to construct a cardigan, tank top, and pant - perfect!  Let's start with the Fuller Cardigan.

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!

There is nothing more comfortable than the basic tee shirt. We all have them and we all wear them from time to time. 

Sewing a basic tee shirt is the perfect project for learning basic sewing skills needed when working with a stretch/jersey fabric. 

Read more for pattern suggestions, measuring recommendations, and the basics of sewing with a serger. 

Do you have too many patterns that you think "might be" the perfect summer top? I definitely do. I found one top that I'm in love with and it's the Seychelles Top designed by Itch to Stitch Designs...

Learn the simple steps to follow to care for your batik linen. This couldn't be easier.

The classic shirt is one of my favorite garments to sew and to wear. Fabric selection is always a big decision for me. I try to picture the finished garment before finalizing my decision. Follow along as we share the process we took to select the fabric and how the fabric becomes our classic shirt.

Join me and take the Southwind Designs Sunflower of Hope Challenge.