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Featured Blog Posts – April 2015 Archive (6)

Join the Irregulars, Become an Occasional Blogger!

"What are the Irregulars?" I hear you ask. Well, it's someone who likes to post the occasional blog, without having to commit to a regular one, because I read this article...

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Added by Karen on April 28, 2015 at 2:30am — 2 Comments

Long Arm Oven Mitts with a Free Pattern from So Sew Easy

I saw this free PDF sewing pattern for a…

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Added by Karen on April 27, 2015 at 4:00pm — 3 Comments

I've Finally Completed My Sewing PhD - The Pink Tulle Petticoat Project - Butterick 4788

Last year I had six Projects Half Done, and made a resolution to finish them all within the year.  I failed.  I only finished five of them, and left the oldest sewing project languishing in the…

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Added by Karen on April 21, 2015 at 3:00pm — No Comments

Summer Sewing for Sunny (and rainy) Days

Okay, it's Saturday, and that summer beach bonfire is not going to happen unless you can find something besides fleece and rubber boots to wear. Sound familiar?



Living in Southeast can be a big wardrobe hassle when the sun sneaks up on us. We love the weather, but our closets don't! So, why not do like our mothers taught us, and create or…

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Added by Susan on April 16, 2015 at 6:00am — 2 Comments

Notepad Organizers Sewing Project (PDF Pattern from DogUnderMyDesk)

I don't know about you, but I seem to have collected a vast selection of sewing patterns, both paper and in PDF formats.  Some of them I confess I don't know why I bought them, or when (if ever) I will get to use them. Others eventually come into use, when I suddenly decide I need something and have that light bulb moment "I've got a pattern for that!" and dig it out.…

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Added by Karen on April 12, 2015 at 11:30am — 3 Comments

Trapeze Blouse Sewing Project - McCalls Pattern #5881

I bought this used pattern in a charity shop, as it reminds me of my favourite summer top. It's for a 'trapeze shaped blouse' in two lengths with front button fastening, five different neckline and collar variations and patch pockets.  I wanted to make a simple sleeveless version, with pockets,…

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Added by Karen on April 5, 2015 at 4:00pm — 12 Comments

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