{sponsored by Target}Over the past month, the man of the house has been busy repainting our home. We have been living here for 12 years and it is well and truly time to give everything a refresh and de-clutter. I have been looking around at … [Read more...]
Jelly Clip Purses
I love making small, one of a kind purses, so when I discovered Lecien had produced a range of colourful purse frames, I was keen to try them out. In the past I have used metal purse frames that needed pliers to clamp the frame to the fabric. These … [Read more...]
{Book Reviews}Simply Color Series, by Vanessa Christenson
Popular sewing blogger, Vanessa Christenson, of V & Co, has released a new range of books that celebrate color. The first three books in the series - Red, Orange, and Yellow - are available now, with Green, Blue, and Purple set to be released in … [Read more...]
Pastel Patchwork Pillowsham
I am heading off on my annual sewing retreat next weekend - I can't wait! It is always so much fun to be surrounded by friends who are equally passionate about sewing and craft activities! I made a new Patchwork Pillowsham to take on retreat. This … [Read more...]
Scrappy Star Pincushion
You can never have too many pincushions, right?? I had so much fun making the Scrappy Star Pincushion, that I had to make three. I used Retro 30's Child Smile 2015 fabrics by Lecien Fabrics paired with some white linen for this project. Love the … [Read more...]
Sewing Tool Roundup #3
Welcome to our third Sewing Tool Roundup. Each month we showcase new, or new to us, sewing supplies. Check out our previous Sewing Tool reviews here and here.Aurifil 12 wt cotton is the perfect thickness for hand applique, hand embroidery, … [Read more...]
Morning Indulgence- Coffee and Cake Recipe
Sponsored by NESCAFÉLife is always full these days with lots of competing priorities. I seem to be constantly juggling the demands of my part-time job, running a busy household for our family of four, preparing content for our blog, photography, … [Read more...]
Liberty Hexie Sewing Kit
I have been working on another Hexie Sewing Kit this week, this time using some sweet classic and new season Liberty Lawn prints in shades of blue.This is the first time that I have used Liberty fabrics for hexagons and they are well suited … [Read more...]
