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Happy Saturday - Hope you are having a great weekend. My current project is this gingham blouse. This is going to be little bit of challenge, since it will have buttons going down the front. Buttonholes has been my nemesis when constructing clothing. Hopefully, this time it will not be the case. Purchased cute little… Continue reading New Look – Gingham Blouse
Happy Saturday- Photo by cottonbro on Pexels.com I just want to discuss the advantages of sewing over buying your clothes in the store.' Clothes will fit better. You can customize the outfit to accommodate your size. It is very frustrating when you are petite, and everything is too long such as sleeves, the top length… Continue reading What are the Advantages of Sewing over purchasing your clothes?
This is a new project but with a slippery fabric
Happy Saturday - I am looking forward to the New Year and new goals. 2021 was a tough year but I am pressing forward to new opportunities. I usually have several different categories that I try to set goals. My first is my spiritual goals and then I have goals that I would love to… Continue reading New Year and New Goals
Happy Saturday! It is raining here in Florida and it makes a perfect day to stay in and sew. Of course, any day that you get to stay home, is a great day to sew. IThe fabric is from my stash that I have had for several months. It was purchased at… Continue reading Simplicity Blouse 8417
Happy Saturday! I just love sewing with knits. Joann's currently has a great selection. When I saw this pink paisley knit, I was in love. The fabric was on sale, so how could I go wrong. There were several modifications that was done on this pattern. The neckline was raised using the curve… Continue reading Knit Top – McCalls 70211
Happy Saturday! This was a scrap buster with fabric from previous projects. I have to admit this pillow came out a lot larger than expected but it does look nice sitting on my grandmother's wedding chest. Supplies Needed - 6 - 1/3 yards of different patterns of cotton fabric 1/2 yard for the side… Continue reading Over-Sized Pinwheel Cushion
Happy Saturday! This is year, I am trying new projects that I have never done before. It is so easy to fall into the same routine. This usually equals boring and a miss opportunity to learn something new. The fabric was purchased from Joann's and it is has some stretch. It is called Sew… Continue reading Denim Skirt
I enjoy the entire process of sewing. It is so much fun to go shopping and pick my fabric. I enjoy talking to associates at the quilt store or at Joann’s and discussing the numerous possibilities. When I get home, I open up my fabric haul and show my husband. He tries to be impressed. … Continue reading The Joy of Sewing: My Creative Journey
The Saturday Seamstress 