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29

Recycled Clothing - Books

April 29, 2008 | Leave a Comment

There are a whole slew of books available now on how to transform your wardrobe using the clothing you already own. But, how to discern the good from the ones that aren’t that good? Here are a few of my favorite books that are packed with ideas on how to Recycle Clothing.
Kathleen Maggio’s Altered Clothing: [...]

Apr

28

Recycled Clothing 101

April 28, 2008 | 1 Comment

I recently watched this TV show called “The Human Footprint”. It was a whole documentary on what we consume, use and throw away as humans in our lifetime. It was scary- seriously. Especially how much clothing we will purchase, wear, wash, outgrow and throw away in our lifetime. A lot!

Taking clothing that you already [...]

Apr

27

Mother’s Day Sewing Projects

April 27, 2008 | 1 Comment

Ah the yearly dilemma- what to get your Mom for Mother’s Day? Nothing says that you love her more than special homemade gifts. But how to find the time with your busy schedule to create something sweet that she’ll adore. These fun projects are unique, easy and take almost no time at all to create:
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Apr

25

Vintage Sewing Machine Ads

April 25, 2008 | Leave a Comment

I have always loved vintage sewing machines. From the Pfaff that my mom had for eons that I learned to sew on to my current obsession- the Elna Supermatic! I have always felt that not only are older machines just made better, they are just so much more fun to sew on!
I also just adore [...]

Apr

24

Sew U, Part Deux!

April 24, 2008 | Leave a Comment

I am so excited that Built By Wendy’s, Wendy Mullin has created a follow-up book to her widely popular sewing how-to, Sew U: The Built By Wendy Guide to Making Your Own Wardrobe.
Sew U Home Stretch is all about sewing with knits! Now you can learn to create the perfect tee or hoodie using [...]

Apr

23

The Fabulous Patio

April 23, 2008 | Leave a Comment

The weather is simply so beautiful this time of year in Los Angeles (okay I know I’ll be getting some calls from my family in Seattle about rubbing this in!). It got me thinking about sewing for the outside of your home. Here are a few projects to turn your so-so patio into something fabulous!
I [...]

Apr

22

Sewing for Earth Day

April 22, 2008 | Leave a Comment

In honor of Earth Day, I have scoured the internet in search of the best Grocery / Tote bags you can make yourself. Not only will you be helping to save the Planet by bringing your own bags to the store, but with these fun patterns, you can look stylish doing it!
I did a tutorial [...]

Apr

20

Sewing in Paris

April 20, 2008 | Leave a Comment

I was lucky enough to spend the beginning of April in Paris. It was my first time to this magical city and I absolutely fell in love!
Besides all the wonderful sights, food, champagne and of course art, that Paris has to offer, the biggest gem for me was La Droguerie.
A friend had recommended that [...]

Apr

19

Spring Showers

April 19, 2008 | Leave a Comment

Spring has notoriously been the time of year to go through your house and clean! After winter’s cold and snow, spring makes us want to open up the windows, clean the house, remodel or update and add some fresh new décor.
Why not start the spring cleaning off with updating your bathroom!
This contemporary shower curtain project [...]

Apr

17

Retro Apron Project

April 17, 2008 | 1 Comment

I adore cooking and anything vintage. I also love to throw parties. I wanted a cute little apron to wear when I play hostess so I designed this Vintage Style Apron. It is so easy and fun to create and would make a great house warming gift or would be perfect to wear over your [...]

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