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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 ... 
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 ... 
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 ... 
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 ... 
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 ... 
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 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 ... 
Living in Los Angeles, you get exposure to a lot of Mexican culture. There is a really cool old part of downtown called Olvera Street. Ripe with delicious Mexican restaurants and kitschy souvenir shops, this is the closest you can… Read more ... 
A friend recently turned me on to Threadbangers on YouTube. It is a super cool channel for people who make their own clothes. They profile hip Indie designers as well as feature innovative projects.They also have a fun website. Hosts… Read more ... 
I found a bunch of fun websites that sell handmade buttons. From gorgeous European glass to tiny garden themed… Read more ... 
I had a new student come to class the other day and she had the most darling sewing basket to hold all her supplies. I amused to the tackle box / vintage lunchbox / Chanel box / whatever I can… Read more ...