Patterns, Techniques, Articles, Blogs, and other resources to learn how to sew
Today I am throwing a birthday party for myself! It is also a screening party as I am going to show off a TV show pilot that I created and recently shot (wish me luck!).
I’m taking a short break… Read more ... 
I was fortunate to hear about an adorable new line out of Melbourne, Australia. Heidi and Seek features fabulous little tops and dresses that are 100% original. Designer Hayley Lau sews each garment from reclaimed materials. These pieces are all… Read more ... 
I was browsing around the Internet looking for a tutu pattern for one of my sewing students, when I stumbled upon Simplicity.com’s latest ode to pet wear.
If you have always wanted to be Little Bo Peep but needed a… Read more ... 
Janome has paired up with the fabulous Threadbanger to create some cool sewing machines. TB12 features 12 stitches and a cast aluminum body. This machine is based on an older Janome model. As someone who sews solely on vintage… Read more ... 
I have decided that the best birthday present that I can give myself is to re-create my line of clothing. Yes, bring back Candiland clothing. I loved being a designer until one day I woke up and was so super… Read more ... 
Or, Perhaps I should say Ferrarri as I’ll start ya off with the price- a whopping 9 G’s. But ohh- it is a damn dreamy sewing machine. Here is a blurb about it:
Brother’s Quattro 6000D has arrived. This “Mega… Read more ... 
Crafty Planet offers lots of crafty classes in Minneapolis, MN. From their Friday Night Sewing Workshop to a groovey class on Lacemaking, Crafty Planet aims “to save the world one stitch at a time”. Crafty Planet 2833 Johnson Street NE… Read more ... 
I thought it might be helpful to compile a list of websites that offer Helpful Sewing Tips. Ya never know when you might need the help! Craft Elf offers some hand sewing techiques alomg with a stitch Glossary. Sewing Center … Read more ... 
I am so excited to have had a chance to talk to Lisa Howdin of Fitzpatterns about her work! I LOVE Fitzpatterns and have made a lot of cool things using those groovy patterns. So, How did you get started … Read more ... 
I am always on the lookout for fun new sewing pattern resources. I just happened upon Modern Sewing. This site has some interesting sewing patterns available and they are free! From a corset to panties, to men’s jackets… Read more ... 
I LOVE clutch purses! This simple little accessory adds so much class and pizazz to an outfit. The fabric used in this purse or clutch pattern is a true statement piece.
This fun little retro clutch is the perfect Summer… Read more ... 
I love baseball as much as I love to sew. So, how can my two favorite pastimes be combined? This link is to the archives but it is for a Baseball wallet made from an upcycled baseball.
These super cute… Read more ... 
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… Read more ...