If you want to read more about this modified Super Tote (pattern by noodlehead), check out my review on Sew Sweetness’ blog today. I am participating in Sara’s annual Purse Palooza event where sewists make bag patterns, review their experiences and show off some beautiful bags! I have been inspired by her events in the past and am honored to be chosen …
Emery Dress for the Dress Up Party
When Sara asked me to be a part of the Dress Up Party, two thoughts immediately came to mind. 1) Wow! Yes! Of course, yes! 2) Oh man! What am I going to make? Ever since I interviewed Christine Haynes for my podcast, I have wanted to try one of her patterns. Ultimately, I chose the Emery Dress. The fact …
Fantasia Sailor Top
Two wonderful things happened at the same time! I was interviewing Jaime Jennings for the podcast while thinking about making a Sailor Top. Then Sara Lawson asked about sending people fabric from her Fantasia fabric line. Instantly, I thought I would make a Fantasia Sailor Top! I picked this fantastic minty piece from Sara’s line: I will say that this top …
Podcast Episode #1: Sara Lawson of Sew Sweetness
When I was brainstorming ideas for the bag making skill challenge for Learn More, Sew More, the first maker who came to mind was Sara Lawson of Sew Sweetness. Her bags also look “handmade” and not necessary “homemade”. They are trendy and can be made from supplies you can normally find at a craft store. Aside from her superb …
Maleficent Curated Fabric Bundle
During #virtualquiltmarket, I had the extraordinary opportunity to design my own fabric bundle for Gotcha Covered Quilting! I love love love color! My apparel construction teacher says I have a natural eye for combining color and prints. I must have inherited this trait from my mother. She’s a natural. I started with purple. It is my favorite color. What can …