Inspiration

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!

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. 

 

Even though it's mid-February we can start planning our spring sewing room / laundry room refresh projects! This year my goal is to create a sewing environment in my home that is organized, attractive, and functional. One of the largest objects in my sewing room is the ironing board. It better be attractive!  Read more...

What do you do with leftover quilted fabric?  There are so many projects that come to mind. After sewing our Tamarack Jacket with a hoodie we have lots of fabric left over. One project that I've always wanted to sew is the Easy Does It accessory bag designed by ByAnnie's Patterns. Read on...

Have you ever wondered how much fabric it might take to make a wider and longer chenille scarf? Or - is there a different way to make the scarf than cutting bias strips? We answered these two questions. Read on...

Have you ever tried to sew strips of Batik Rayon together to make a Chenille Scarf? I had not, but now I have. We have a wonderful customer who asked us if it was possible to use a Rayon Remnant Pack for just this purpose. Read all about our little experience...

Valentine's Day is a very special day. Whether you celebrate with a special meal, chocolate, flowers, and candy - or simply start with desert - it's a special day to enjoy. We decided to add a bit of bold and bright to our table setting this year. Simple strip piecing with accents of a traditional "heart" make this table setting perfect for this Valentine's Day. We hope you enjoy My Valentine Table Setting.