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DIY Scrappy Potholder: Upcycle Your Fabric Stash

Hello Friends - Hope you have had a wonderful start of 2026. My last two posts, I talked about my sewing goals. One of the goals that I have set is to get thru my scraps and stash of fabrics. My stash is a little scary and we need to start using what I have. When I… Continue reading DIY Scrappy Potholder: Upcycle Your Fabric Stash

Beautiful quilt utilizing the Nantucket Summer Quilt
Quilt Pattern Review

Starting the New Year with a Quilt: Nantucket Summer Cake

Hope your New year has had a great start. We welcomed a new grandchild. Can't get a better start than that. One of my goals for January is to finish this queen quilt. The pattern was purchased on Etsy and the fabric is from Moda. The pattern is called Nantucket Summer Cake. The best part… Continue reading Starting the New Year with a Quilt: Nantucket Summer Cake

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Reflecting on 2025: My Sewing Journey and Future Plans

December 27, 2025 Happy Sewing - Hope you and your family had a wonderful Christmas. The holidays can bring such joy. It is nice to be with family and enjoy all that the season has to offer. My personal favorite is how my schedule slows down and I have time to think and plan. At… Continue reading Reflecting on 2025: My Sewing Journey and Future Plans

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Support Small Businesses This Black Friday

November 29, 2025 Happy Saturday, I hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday with your friends and family. We had a great holiday with our family. I am always reminded of how much I have to be grateful. It is hard to believe that we are now in the Christmas holidays. Do you love Black… Continue reading Support Small Businesses This Black Friday

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Slip Stitch Technique: Elevate Your Sewing Skills

I love doing most of my sewing by the machine. It is accurate and faster than I can hand sew. There are times that the hand sew is the best option and provides the best solution. This shirt below had several times that slip stitching was necessary. It was used on the collar and the… Continue reading Slip Stitch Technique: Elevate Your Sewing Skills

Garment Pattern Reviews

Creating a Fall Blouse: McCall’s M7360 Pattern Review

Happy Saturday I love the fall. It is one of my favorite seasons. Unfortunately, in Florida, we do not necessarily get the colder temperatures. I decided to go ahead with fall colors with a short sleeve shirt. The pattern is McCall’s M7360 and the fabric is from Persnickety Fabrics . The top and back pieces… Continue reading Creating a Fall Blouse: McCall’s M7360 Pattern Review