Happy Dad’s Day!

I want to take this opportunity to say Happy Father’s Day to my dad in Seattle! It was him who bought me my first sewing machine (that I still have, I might add!) Thanks Daddy!!

Father’s always seem so harder to gift for than Moms. I’ve taken to just getting my dad a bottle of brandy these days! But what about if your dad is a more traditional guy? Well how about making him a tie.

I personally had a terrible tie-making experience back in my early 20’s and have never really ventured to try it again.

Simplicity has come through for me yet again (seriously seems like I am always mentioning them! I promise I’m not secretly working for them or getting kick-backs or anything!). Pattern # 9469 features some easy men’s wear patterns- including a tie!

I’m older and wiser and a bit braver- so what thehey, I think it’s about time I give tie-making another try.

Next Pattern:

Christmas is one of those holidays that you just can decorate too much for. There’s no limit to the amount of holiday cheer you can bring into you home! There’s no such thing as too many Christmas decorations. You can bring Christmas décor into any room of the house – including the kitchen! Which is kind of fitting given how many Christmas activities and gifts are made in the kitchen. We’ve rounded up 13 Christmas kitchen accessories you can sew for your home or to give as gifts.

The list includes holiday themed hot pads, potholders ,aprons, and more that you can sew and decorate your kitchen all season long. Most are things you can make in an evening or less. These would also make wonderful hostess gifts for any holiday parties or gatherings you’re attending. Read on for the kitchen sewing ideas!