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Mar 8, 2019
If you’ve never made the Style Arc Como then welcome to the Como Cardigan Sew Along! In Part 1, I’ll go over the pattern and discuss appropriate …
Project #SewMyStyle2019 March Blogger Team & Patterns
Mar 1, 2019
We’re all caught up with the first two months of Project #SewMyStyle2019, so let’s talk about March! We’re featuring two cardigans this month, and our …
Inspired to Try Project #SewMyStyle2019?
Feb 26, 2019
We are two full months into Project #SewMyStyle2019 and it’s been so much fun! As we wrap up February, here’s a little recap of what’s …
Deer and Doe Givre Dress Pattern Review
Feb 22, 2019
The Deer and Doe Givre dress (and t-shirt) was one of the two Project Sew My Style (#sewmystyle2019) options for February. As a co-host for …
Sewing Fail: Helen’s Closet Elliot Sweater Pattern Review
Feb 19, 2019
The Elliot Sweater from Helen’s Closet is a great basic pattern. It’s a boxy raglan sleeve top with either a regular neckband or cowl/turtleneck option. …
3 Easy Ways to Do Round Back Adjustments on Knits
Feb 8, 2019
Learning to sew is fun and all, but learning to fit garments is a whole different animal! I’ve mentioned a high round back adjustment in …
The Remarkable Power of Non-Scale Victories (NSVs)
Feb 5, 2019
Continuing on the theme of Accepting Yourself Naked, today’s topic is non-scale victories or NSVs. NSVs are wins and accomplishments that have nothing to do …
Pattern Emporium True Romance Top Pattern Review
Feb 1, 2019
The True Romance blouse is my first one from Pattern Emporium, but it was absolutely love at first sight when I found out about it! …
Itch to Stitch Uvita Top Pattern Review – Free Pattern
Jan 29, 2019
The Itch to Stitch Uvita Top comes from one of my favorite indie pattern companies. Aside from a having very thorough instructions, Itch to Stitch also has …
Simplicity 8268 Pattern Review – More Joggers for Him
Jan 22, 2019
In January 2018 I made El Hubo the first pair of Simplicity 8268 joggers. He calls them his “house pants.” Basically, he lives in them …
How I Learned to Meditate with Bob Ross
Jan 15, 2019
Every Tuesday and Thursday morning at 9:30 am, my local PBS station airs Bob Ross’ The Joy of Painting. It’s over the air, and I …
Read This Book: Create or Hate by Dan Norris
Jan 11, 2019
Create or Hate: Successful People Make Things is a very quick, how-to book for unlocking creativity. At 104 pages, it’s divided into 4 chapters and …