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Ethical Women’s Clothing

August 28, 2008 by candi canncel

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 ...

Costumes for You and Your Dog

August 27, 2008 by candi canncel

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 ...

Introducing Threadbanger Sewing Machines!

August 26, 2008 by candi canncel

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 ...

Pretty Little Things

August 19, 2008 by candi canncel

I have heard about Lori Marie from Pretty Little Things for awhile now, but this was the first time I ventured over to her site. ADORABLE! Everything- just absolutely adorable! Her studio is so delicious, it looks like candy! And… Read more ...

Birthdays and puppies in party hats

August 7, 2008 by candi canncel

August marks the beginning of Birthday season for me. Okay, so my birthday is actually in September. But because it is September 11th, to make up for certain really bad things that went down on my day, I celebrate for… Read more ...

Your fabulous new wallet!

July 30, 2008 by candi canncel

I got a tip about this awesome wallet tutorial. So super easy and very chic, you can create it using those quilters “fat quarters” in super groovey prints that you can find at most fabric stores. And,… Read more ...

Do It Yourself Fluffies – Sewing Pattern

July 27, 2008 by candi canncel

Mariska Vos-Bolman, is the super talented designer behind the plush toy line Fluffels. They are absolutely adorable little plush dolls in wacky shapes and colors. But in addition to ready made toys, she has also created DIY Fluffies. They… Read more ...

First Samples

July 25, 2008 by candi canncel

As a sewing instructor in Los Angeles, I am always on the lookout for other sewing classes around the country. I love to know that there are others like me who adore sewing and want to share this fabulous skill… Read more ...

Free Sewing Pattern – Burp Cloths and Babies

July 25, 2008 by candi canncel

I was talking to a pregnant friend the other day and she was filling me in on the goings on of stuff that happens when you have a baby. When you have a doggie as a child like I do,… Read more ...

Who’s got the button?

July 23, 2008 by candi canncel

As you have probably guessed by now, I adore buttons! I think they are just one of the most interesting notions that go into sewing. Ruth from Buttons and Such commented on a post that she too makes buttons. And… Read more ...

Portrait of Built By Wendy on etsy

July 22, 2008 by candi canncel

I was contacted by the fabulous folks at etsy about an their video feature on Wendy Mullin of Built By Wendy. As part of their Handmade Portrait series, etsy talked to Wendy about how she got her start and… Read more ...

Inspiration- Sewing Vintage Style

July 13, 2008 by candi canncel

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 ...

Don’t Deny Your DIY- Interview: Jen Neitzel of DIY Lounge

July 10, 2008 by candi canncel

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 ...

The Great Outdoors

July 6, 2008 by candi canncel

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 ...

Helpful Hints

July 3, 2008 by candi canncel

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 ...