Category Archives: Craft and Sewing Patterns

A favourite store for me is Autograph …. most of the clothing is a bit sacklike, but for some reason I have nothing but good luck with their skirts, pants and jeans. They are still baggy around the thighs a … Continue reading →

I came across this great youtube video, called 10 minute blocks, and it suckered me into the quilting world. here is a 1 page pdf, that shows the steps.  Hopefully it helps.  10 Minute Blocks – tute

I don’t quilt ….. not that there is anything wrong with that. But, as sewing clothing gets easier for me, I am finding the world of quilting is calling out to me. A good friend, Raylee from Sunflower Quilting, is … Continue reading →

I am a huge fan of Ottobre patterns, and this design, #9 Violet Rose, is a firm favourite. My only quibble has been the wide, boaty round neck.  I am wide enough as it is, I don’t need emphasis.  And … Continue reading →

I am part of a fantastic sewing community Artisan’s Square, which is part of the Stitchers Guild Sewing Forum. Its a lovely group, not only because there is a wonderful mix of sewing talent and tastes, but because mostly the … Continue reading →

…….. the need to tweak.  (as in patterns …. not body parts) Ready to wear clothing has a distinct advantage in the design stage, in comparison to home sewn clothing.  The design phase usually has many many steps, where a … Continue reading →

…… not that there is anything wrong with it.   🙂 I have never felt the quilting love.  You would think, that with my tendency to being a perfectionist, and my obsession with detail, that quilting would be a great … Continue reading →

Otherwise known as the purple cross over blouse. Really, the signs were all there, but I didn’t listen to the universe, and so I was punished. The pattern was a generous freebie, the design was one that appealed to me, … Continue reading →

Time to get working on the next step. This one isn’t xmas fabric, but its a tutorial on creating your binding strip. Have fun. Creating a Xmas Banner – part 4

Today’s tutorial covers finishing the edges of the flags for our banner. Creating a Xmas Banner – part 3