I know it’s been all sewing all the time around here, lately. I have been doing some knitting and other crafting which I’m going to try to share this week, but all of this sewing has gotten me thinking about challenging myself in some new ways. There are a couple of projects I’ve watched with … Continue reading
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That 70’s Tank
Okay, so the tank isn’t really 70’s at all, but the collar fabric reminds me of the 70’s so there you go. I finished my first garment from my pattern that I made using what I’ve learned in Cal Patch’s Pattern Drafting class on Creativebug. The fabric is some I’ve had in the stash for … Continue reading
Polka Dots
When I saw the Endless Summer Tunic pattern, I knew I wanted to make it, and it looked like an easy enough place for me to start with making some garments for myself. I’ve made shirts for the boys, and halloween costumes for them, but I haven’t succeeded at sewing myself anything that I actually wear. … Continue reading
Advent Calendar
We’ve done advent calendars with activities or treats before, but this year we are doing one with activities and treats each day for C1. We are using the advent calendar that I made years ago – and you can tell my sewing skills have improved since I made it – but I just finished adding … Continue reading
Trick or Treat*
I don’t know if my mom meant to start a tradition of handmade costumes or if it just happened because we didn’t have the money to buy the store bought costumes that were pretty sub-par back then (ETA see the comments, should have known she did it because she’s crafty since she’s the one who … Continue reading
I made the kid a shirt
He loves it, and so do I so it was a total winner! I have been inspired by seeing all of the great kid’s clothing projects popping up for the fall kid’s clothing week challenge. I had this pattern in my stash, after seeing it on Made by Rae, so I thought I’d give it … Continue reading
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