Linda the Craft Gossip Felting Editor had a great post about Labels for your handmade items. As someone who puts my labels on everything I make, adding your personal signature to anything you create is definitely a good thing!… Read more ...
I can not tell you how many times new sewing students come to me with their machines and have NO idea what sewing foot goes to what project. Simplicity Homecare has made sorting out your feet, easy. Their super guide… Read more ...
Yay! My favorite show, Project Runway is back for a brand new season! The Season Premiere was last night and boy, was it good. Seriously, a LOT of design talent coupled with some interesting folks, to say the least (including… Read more ...
In honor of Bastille Day and my obsession with all things French- I thought I’d list some good sites that show you how to create the perfect French Seam.
Simple Sewing Projects- How to Sew a French Seam.… Read more ...
I just stumbled upon a fantabulous vintage pattern resource that I wanted to share. Glorious Vintage has some seriously dreamy vintage sewing patterns. And oh, to make matters even cuter, the Proprietress is named Gloria!… Read more ...
I was experiencing a bit of sewer’s block and needed some inspiration to get sewing one of the many projects I have cut out- so ventured to my local library. I came accross Sewing Vintage Style by Mary Jo Hiney.… Read more ...
Sample Scrap is a provider of high quality material samples that have served their purpose in the architectural/design sector and are ready for a new life.
Sample Scrap seeks to find new homes for these quality finishes by offering them… Read more ...
DIY Lounge is a super fun, crafty workshop space in Portland, OR. They are located in an adorable arty store, Collage and offer a ton of crafty classes. As a testament to the thriving Craft market in Portland, DIY has… Read more ...
So you bought some fabulous fabric but only could afford a yard. Or you have some fantastic goods left over from a project you did eons ago.
Here are some awesome projects from Vogue Patterns that use a yard or… Read more ...
Last year my boyfriend (pictured) told me he was going to take a class called “Wilderness Travel Course” offered through the Sierra Club. It would involve a bunch of survival skills and a whole lot of camping and hiking. To… Read more ...
I came accross this flickr site that is all photos of interesting grave markers. Okay, a bit morbid I know, but sew interesting!
Someone loved Sewing so much in life that they have a machine adorning their final place of… Read more ...
As someone who has been bitten by the travel bug lately, I’m always on the look out for ways to improve my packing skills. I started out being one of those who travels super heavy with oodles of suitcases trailing… 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 ...