Christmas Sewing with Merry Happy by Ruby Star Society
There's something magical about sewing for Christmas, especially when the fabrics are as cheerful and inspiring as Merry Happy by Kim Kight for Ruby Star Society. This delightful collection blends bright, happy designs with a perfect balance of vintage charm and modern style. While the range embraces traditional Christmas colours, it also includes fresh and playful combinations that appeal to makers who love a more contemporary take on holiday decorating.The prints are packed with festive … [Read More...]
What I am Working on Today..
I usually work on a Monday but had to change my work days this week so I can attend a conference later in the week. It has been wonderful having today off - I met my Mum for coffee; did some more Christmas shopping; and … [Read More...]
My Bags are Packed, I’m Ready to Go…..
..... well not quite (and now I can't get that John Denver song out of my head!). I am heading off this afternoon for my first ever sewing retreat with Janelle and some other crafty ladies. The hard part is deciding how … [Read More...]
Tutorial: "Be Merry" Festive Garland
Here is a project that I designed for QFD Creative Christmas in July Online Stitching Event. I wanted to share it here as a free tutorial. This sweet bunting with its scallops, yo yo's and ricrac edging has a vintage … [Read More...]
Lounge Pants
Two pairs of Lounge Pants were sewn up last night using the "Take It Easy Lounge Pants" pattern from Sewing Green.I omitted the cuffs on the pant legs and added a drawstring to the waist band. They are super … [Read More...]
Book Review: Make it Perfect
Sarah and I were contacted recently by the lovely folks at Penguin Australia, asking us if we would like to review sewing/craft books. Of course we jumped at the chance - we are big book lovers here!Yesterday we arrived … [Read More...]
Houses and More
It has been a fun week, as another magazine arrived today that has a couple of my projects in it.After making all those Advent Houses, I still had Houses on my brain, when I made up this Terrace Houses Utility Apron. It … [Read More...]
Cathedral Window Cushion
The classic Cathedral Window patchwork block is one of my all time favourites. In fact, my first ever Patchwork project was a pair of Cathedral Window cushions for my bedroom when I was in my teens. I recently designed a … [Read More...]
Banana Caramel Cupcakes
Everything looks better with some Japanese Masking Tape....I used the Banana Caramel Cupcake recipe from Cupcakes, Cheesecakes, and Cookies, with a lemon cream cheese frosting. They were the perfect afternoon tea treat … [Read More...]
