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Tag Archives: Sewing
Let’s Grab A Cup Of Coffee & Catch Up!
Got your coffee? Ok, let’s catch up on everything! 1. Let’s get to the big thing, first…I know you’re dying to know who won the giveaway, and…. WENDY!! IT’S YOU!! Congratulations, Wendy! The pattern will be emailed to you ASAP, … Continue reading
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Tagged Applique, Baltimore Style Halloween Quilt, Crafts, DIY, Halloween Projects, Nikki, Projects For Fall, Quilting, Sewing, The Patch
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Annie’s Apron (A Craft Apron For Little Ones!) Now Available
Little ones in aprons…it doesn’t get much cuter, right?? But wait…it gets better!! Because I love launching new products on my site, I thought why not have a giveaway, right? Just leave a comment below, and you could not only … Continue reading
Martha Stewart’s Dreamers Into Doers in New York City
I’ve rewritten this post at least three times because I just don’t know where to begin. Yes, Martha Stewart was amazing and all of her staff continue to outdo themselves. I think I used this phrase the first time I … Continue reading
Vintage Valentines (Embroidery on Paper)
I was going for “vintage” and ended up a little too “victorian,” but I’m still in love with the idea of embroidering on paper. If you’re going to give it a try, I just have one huge piece of advice: … Continue reading
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Tagged Beading, Card Making, Crafts, Embroidery, Needlepoint, Paper Crafts, Sewing, Valentine's Day
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Embroidery 101: 2 Basics Stitches You Need To Know
As I was working on this year’s Valentines, I realized I’ve always just assumed all of you know how to embroider. Well, you know what happens when you assume! So, below you will find photo tutorials for two basic embroidery … Continue reading
Mosaic T-Shirt Quilt Pattern
It’s amazing the memories that one T-shirt can hold. Pick it up, touch it, smell it…before you know it, you’re reliving a lifetime. I made this quilt as a gift for friends who had recently lost a loved one, and … Continue reading
How-To: A Scrappy Christmas Ornament
Not only am I so happy to be back to the land of blogging after a very long, mitten making filled hiatus, but I’m so excited to be participating in my first blog hop! Welcome to all of my new … Continue reading
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Tagged Christmas Projects, Crafts, DIY, Embroidery, Finishing Touches, Needlepoint, Paper Crafts, Sewing
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Merry Christmas To All: An Adventure in Applique
It’s been such a long time since my last post…I’ve been buried in sweaters, which,of course, is a good thing. This year, I dropped off 125 pairs of mittens and about 30 hats and scarves. I already have over 100 … Continue reading
Check Your Local Listings
What do you want first? The good news or the bad? _ Bad news: I got bumped from Better Connecticut. I will now be appearing in early November, and will still talk about my sweater drive…stay tuned for details. _ … Continue reading
“Chocolates & Cherries” Ribbon Embellished Quilt Tutorial
I love this quilt for so many reasons…. 1. It sews up super fast. (Strip piecing is key!) 2. The ribbon sewn into the top makes it look way more complicated than it really is. 3. This is the first … Continue reading




