Easter Projects to Sew
Easter and spring are such lovely seasons to sew for — full of soft colours, fresh starts, and small handmade touches that brighten your home. This time of year is perfect for quick, beginner‑friendly projects that use up your favourite scraps and add a little seasonal charm to your table, gift baskets, or décor. I’ve gathered ten of my most popular Easter and Spring sewing patterns below, each one simple to make, scrap‑friendly, and ideal for gifting. Whether you’re stitching for your home or … [Read More...]
Top Sewing Tutorials
As 2017 begins, it is a great opportunity to reflect on 2016 and what we achieved during the year. We are so blessed to have so much support and friendship from our wonderful readers - thanks for inspiring us to keep … [Read More...]
Folded Hexagon Ornament
With only two weeks left until Christmas, we are starting to put the finishing touches to our decorating, before we start on the holiday baking. I love this time of year - spending time with family and friends, and … [Read More...]
Lemon Pound Cake
I can't resist lemon cakes, especially if they pack a big citrus punch. I am always trying new recipes to find the perfect lemon pound cake. This one is my best yet! Lemon pound cake, topped with lemon glaze, and moist … [Read More...]
{Book Review} Happy Crochet Book by Carolina Guzman
One and Two Company's Happy Crochet Book: Patterns That Make Your Kids Smile by Carolina Guzman (from One and Two Company) is packed full of fun and cheerful crochet patterns that are perfect to crochet for little ones. … [Read More...]
Christmas Stars
It wouldn't be Christmas without some handmade Christmas decorations. I have long admired German Christmas Stars (also known as Froebel Stars; Nordic Stars; Advent Stars; and Christmas Stars) for their lovely 3 D effect. … [Read More...]
Advent Countdown
Advent calendars are a tradition in our home. We always love the countdown to Christmas and the festive season. This year I have gathered some white tea pots, tea cups, dishes, jars, and other assorted bits and pieces … [Read More...]
Button Wreath
This Christmas season, I will be decorating our home with a vintage vibe. I plan on incorporating some of my treasured vintage haberdashery supplies into our Christmas theme, as well as other vintage items such as old … [Read More...]
Christmas Retro Drawstring Bags
The Retro Drawstring Bags were so much fun create (you can find our free tutorial here ). Here is a Christmas variation, featuring an English Paper Pieced Hexagon sewn on to the front of the bag. They are made from the … [Read More...]
