In an effort to grow my skill set, I've branched out a little into sewing things for my home and also for personal use, like the Sew Together Bag and a camera strap. Today, I'm showing you a pattern that seems to be popping up everywhere. There's good reason behind the popularity, too, as the … Continue reading A Jelly Roll Rug
I had the notion to sew myself a camera strap this weekend. It's been on my "to buy" list for a while, and I thought, "I might could make that!" Have you ever thought that to yourself? Well, this time I was right. Several dollars worth of supplies later, and I made up my own … Continue reading Camera Strap
Strong intimidation...... That's what I felt when I looked at the lovely Sew Together Bag pattern by Sew Demented. I have been seeing them on Instagram, and oohing and ahhing over the lovely creative choices of colors and patterns. There are cute bags with fun prints on the outside. And there are intricately pieced bags. … Continue reading A Sew Together Bag
I've jumped the first hurdle! My applique blocks for the center of the Simple Folk quilt are completed! There are other bits and baubles that need to be done for this quilt, which is quite the undertaking, but I'm glad to say my quilt center applique is done. My little bird is missing legs and … Continue reading Completed Applique
Most of you, sweet readers, follow me because of quilty reasons, but lately I've been totally distracted by crochet. I like to wear crochet items, so therefore, I try my best to make them. I'm not great at it, but that's life! It's fun, the results are pretty, and there's something to be said for … Continue reading A Little Crochet
This has been the year for a large applique project. I've been working diligently this past week to get caught up with the Sarah Fielke block of the month, called Simple Folk. I'm honestly concerned I will not finish, and I don't like unfinished projects! This week, I managed to finish three blocks, and prep … Continue reading Applique Catch Up
It's no secret that I like Christmas a lot! I started a simple Christmas quilt a few weeks back, and have made some progress this past week or so. With a slower week, I was able to get some sewing time in! This quilt will wind up being a large lap size, and land in … Continue reading Christmas Project
I'm having a small destash sale over in my Etsy shop. These are fabrics that got kept too long, waiting on a project from me. One of them is a large bundle from Tilda Circus, which is pictured here. If you are in need of out of print fabric, Etsy really is the place to … Continue reading Fabric Buying
I've had a full week so sewing time has been non-existent for me. I'm totally ok with that because I've spent my week pouring into my family. Praise the Lord for family and for the people in my life! This week, I particularly thankful for my sweet peeps. =} However, that leaves me with no … Continue reading Similar Fabric Pull
Last year a friend asked if I would make her a bed quilt. I'll be honest, I struggled with getting just the right colors and design for this friend. We have very similar tastes, but I wanted her quilt to be perfect. Thankfully, I realized this perfectionism was paralyzing. I have to let that go … Continue reading A Modern Bed Quilt
