Sewing, home, and designs to help you beautify your life
While we were in California, I found this chair at a thrift store. It was well made, beautiful in its features, and I just wanted it. It wasn't quite my style, but I knew with a little love it would be. Enter in moving, temporary living, and now some renovations to our new house, and… Continue reading Thrifted Chair Makeover
I was thrilled to be chosen as a pattern tester for the Savannah Pleated Party Dress by Peek-a-Boo Pattern Shop recently. You've heard me rave about Amy's patterns before, but they really are fabulous. And the Savannah dress is no exception. Only I'd really call it exceptional. This dress is deceptively simple at first glance,… Continue reading Savannah Pleated Party Dress Review
Okay, this Jackie Blouse is seriously one of the cutest tops I've ever made. It's the Jackie by Peek-A-Boo Patterns and I'm loving it. Not only do you get the darling piping details, but a fabulous piped Peter Pan Collar to boot. And even though you can't see this part, it's fully lined so there's… Continue reading Jackie Blouse Pattern Testing
You know the saying--"April showers bring May flowers." And now that it's April, it's time to welcome the rain and hopefully bring on lots of beautiful blooms! A lot of you have probably seen this decor available at Target --I know it's been popular. I love how fresh it is and the ombre look. As… Continue reading April Showers Specimen Art + Free Cut File
Looking for a way to still wear that too-small sweater you love? Today's sweater to cardigan refashion may be your answer! I found this really cute sweater recently and snatched it up for super cheap. After washing it, however, I realized it was a bit shorter in the body and arms than I really… Continue reading Sweater to Cardigan Refashion Tutorial
Are you ready for spring? I am almost willing it to come, but I have to be a little more patient during these Idaho winters. But to keep me from going insane, I created this cute art to get me through the drearies. It was originally a guest post over at While He Was Napping,… Continue reading Dreaming of Spring Framed Art