So yesterday I shared the Red, White and Blue Quilted Tote Bag I made... I got so wrapped up in the process and excited about how it was going that I forgot to take the pictures I'd need for a tutorial! I also mentioned that there was a second project where I did the exact same thing! Seriously, my … [Read more...]
101 Handmade Days: Red White and Blue Quilted Tote Bag
Have you ever started a project, with the intention of documenting it to share, only to get so into the process and excited about how it was turning out that you completely forgot to take photos of the steps? I did that TWICE this week! I created a really cute make up bag and this Red, White and … [Read more...]
101 Handmade Days: Braided Fabric Headband
I'm a bit of a scrap fabric hoarder... I just never know when I'm going to need them and I can't bring myself to part with the rainbow of bits and pieces. Besides, I love coming up with fun and unique ways to use up all the fabric odds and ends! I've had some longer strips added to the ever growing … [Read more...]
101 Handmade Days: Red White and Blue Pillow Cover
My in-laws have one of the cutest patio sets under their back awning. The four of us love to sit out there in the evenings, when hubby is home, for hours just chatting and telling stories. Its one of my favorite ways to spend an evening. Here's the thing though, it might be a cute patio set, but it … [Read more...]
101 Handmade Days: Patriotic Star Bunting
Can you believe that June is already half over and we're almost to July??? I seem to constantly wondering where all the time is going! I'm pretty excited that its almost 4th of July time! Hubby might actually be home this year! And that means a cook out and fire works and lots of Red, White & … [Read more...]
101 Handmade Days: Rice Eye Pillow
Tired eyes... those tired eyes are a pain in the butt aren't they? I've been dealing with a lot of tired, puffy eyes lately... dealing with some health issues and a whole bunch of deadlines has given me late nights and dark circles under my tired eyes. Reglar old ice packs just won't cut it when it … [Read more...]
101 Handmade Days: Easy DIY Envelope Pillow Cover
Pillows are great for adding pops of color and fun patterns to your home, without the hassle of renovations or intense DIY projects. In fact creating your own pillow covers is as simple as sewing a few straight seams! Don't believe me? I'm going to show you how to make your own, easy DIY Envelope … [Read more...]
101 Handmade Days: ‘Merica Love Tee Shirt
You know what kind of sucks about living in a small town? Nowhere to shop! And definitely nowhere that has cute plus size clothes for holidays *pout* So whats a girl to do? Make my own 'Merica Love Tee Shirt of course! Its a lot easier than you'd think too! :) All you need is a tee shirt, a … [Read more...]
Selfish Spring Sewing
I have been BUSY lately. Busy making all kinds of things for the spring and summer market events that are coming up, keeping up with custom orders AND making new goodies for the shop! Despite all of this making I have been itching to do some selfish spring sewing... I want a new bag, maybe a … [Read more...]
The Louisa Bag
Y'all probably know by know that I LOVE sewing. I might even be a little bit addicted to it :D A couple of weeks ago, and just in time for my most recent Quilting Retreat Weekend, I was given a chance to make a new Louisa Bag for Clover and Violet! They gave me this beautiful bag pattern to play … [Read more...]
Sparkly Hearts Pillow Cover
I love it when inspiration strikes! I was poking around pinterest late one night (nothing surprising there right?), when I cam across this pin. I loved the Anthro inspired neutral look... but I wanted mine to be more Valentines-y! So I went pink, sparkly and totally fun! I'm loving my Sparkly Hearts … [Read more...]
Selfish Summer Sewing
Despite my to do list being 9 million miles and needing to do some major making for the shop, I've been dreaming of doing some selfish sewing. Sewing prettiness just for me! In the hustle and bustle of running a shop and blog, plus the craziness that is every day life, I forget to take the … [Read more...]