Sewing

So I have been thinking of trying couching a ribbon onto some fabric for use in my coasters. I tried it tonight to decent, if mixed results. In general these did not come out perfect. I also used a fleece liner inside so the part I left open to turn it inside out sticks out…

This project is from a book called Bend the Rules Sewing. They add a ribbon in theirs but I just wanted to try my hand at some of these so I went without. I am hoping to have some friends over for a sewing day to make holiday gifts and other fun things so I…

In a stubborn yet heartfelt move I decided to sew bolero jackets for my bridesmaids to match their dresses. Having never set a sleeve before, it was an adventure but with a great pattern from Fitz Patterns and some advice from my Mother-in-Law-to-be, they turned out better than expected. I say better than expected because…

Well it’s been a while since I’ve posted anything because I’ve been busy wedding planning but here it is finally- my first skirt! I was waiting for a nice day to wear it and the beautiful weather finally showed up. It’s a wrap skirt and I used the method in “Sew What! Skirts” to make…

I’m told that Kayla, my fiance’s niece also received a kitchen set for Christmas and uses her Apron a lot! Hmmm….maybe I’ll have to make her some more! :oD