Another co-worker is expecting a grandchild! So, instead of the quilt I was planning on making, I decided to tackle a baby sweater. My thinking was that a newborn size sweater wouldn't take too long and it would help me understand the construction of a simple cardigan. I was right! I finished it super quick. … Continue reading Baby Set
A while back Craftsy.com was having a sale and I fell in love with Seedling by Thomas Paul fabric. I purchased three yards with no project in mind. Then I found Sew Liberated's Gypsum Skirt. I made my first one with knit fabric, and I love it. The fabric and pattern seemed a perfect match. … Continue reading Seedling Gypsum
I recently found out that a co-worker of mine became a grandmother! We've been working different shifts so I had no idea this was happening. So, into my stash I went. I found some cute Winnie the Pooh fabric and some pink fat quarters. I decided it was time for me to use a fun … Continue reading Last Minute
Although I am on a quest to find the right fit for the Cleo Skirt, I have taken a break from that skirt. I purchased the Gypsum Skirt pattern from Sew Liberated (during its launch sale). I had also purchased fabric from So Sew English Fabrics during a 50% off bundle sale (keep watch on … Continue reading Gypsum Skirt
One of the items on my YOP list was to make a new work tote. Recently I wrote how I found a free pattern on Craftsy for the Tiki Tote. I thought this would be a great way to stash bust. This week, I had time to complete the bag! I finished sewing my panels … Continue reading Tiki Tote
Two items on my Year Of Projects list are to make a new work tote and complete my stitch sampler wrap. This week I worked on both. First, my tote bag. A few weeks ago I saw a YouTube video by Midnight Quilt Show about using stash fabric to create a tote. Turns out, the … Continue reading Works In Progress
Ok, so I was totally going to be a grown up and make a legit muslin of the Made by Rae Cleo Skirt....but, I was/am too impatient. My first Cleo was a great learning experience, but the skirt was too big and did not flatter me. So for my second one, I once again chose … Continue reading Cleo #2
