There is nothing like a new dress to boost your mood. This pink dress checks all my style boxes; pink, floral, flattering, modest, dress, etc. I’ve now made McCall’s 7974 two times and I am not against making it again. It is an amazing pattern. It fit me straight out of the envelope (but I did whip up a quick… View Post
These scissors pictured are the scissors in my sewing drawer. They all have a purpose and I think they are useful, but three of them are “a cut above the rest”. Video Review Gingher Knife Edge Shears (8 inches) Please don’t cut fabric with the household pair that cuts anything and everything. Your hand will be working way harder than… View Post
FULL VIDEO Q&A Short Summarized Answers (full answers in the video) Q: How did I learn to sew? A: I got my first sewing machine when I was 13. I began experimentally sewing from there. I made a few blankets. I tried making shorts out of an old white sheet. They were not even remotely wearable. I started sewing more… View Post
February 2021’s “That’s Sew Cool!” is short and sweet… like a little pack of candy hearts, but BETTER. 3 Valentines I Bought For Myself A multicolored pack of YKK 14″ Nylon Zippers: you never know when you might need a zipper for a little pouch or pillow. I love how many colors are in this pack and it is such… View Post
Planning the Dress The road to the final garment isn’t always the same. Sometimes the pattern jumps at you first. Other times the fabric finds you before the idea. Starting with an idea can be a challenging path to take because you don’t always find the *perfect* supplies to compliment the inspiration. This dress started with an idea or a… View Post