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Hope you’re having a wonderful week and enjoying this beautiful stretch of weather. We may not get true sweater weather here in Florida, but these mid‑70s days feel pretty perfect — cool enough in the mornings to open the windows, and warm enough by afternoon to remind you we’re still in the Sunshine State. I’ve… Continue reading Happy Saturday –
From apparel fabrics at Fabric Mart to quilt shops across Lancaster and Palmerton, this fall trip was full of color, creativity, and new project ideas.
September 5, 2026 HHappy Saturday! Fall is my favorite season — even if Florida refuses to cool down. I’ve got my fall décor out, apple‑cider candle melts going, pumpkin‑spice tea steeping, and Penn State football playing. It may not feel like fall outside, but it definitely feels like fall in my house. I’m continuing my… Continue reading Easy Fall Quilted Placemat with Pumpkin Embroidery
This summer, I’m embracing a slower, more intentional approach to sewing. Instead of long project lists and unused fabric, I’m focusing on mending, finishing what I’ve already started, and creating just a few meaningful pieces—like a cruise dress and a patriotic quilt. It’s all about enjoying the process, making time for family, and finding joy in every stitch. 🧵☀️
Have you ever spent time sewing the perfect garment—only to never wear it? I recently heard a podcast that got me thinking about why this happens. From lifestyle changes to comfort and fit, here are a few reasons I’ve discovered in my own sewing journey.
I hope you have a wonderful weekend! It’s hard to believe we’re already in May—time has gone by so fast. Memorial Day will be here before we know it. I truly enjoy this time of year: seeing our American flag waving, fireworks lighting up the sky, barbecues, vacations, and a few extra days off to… Continue reading Sewing Machine Troubleshooting: What to Do When Your Machine Isn’t Working Right
I hope you and your family had a wonderful Easter holiday. We managed to slip away to Cumberland Island. Seeing the wild horses and the ruins of a historic mansion was such a gift. The quiet that settles your whole spirit embraced us. There are around 150 horses on the island, and we spotted about… Continue reading 540 Snowballs Down: My Queen‑Size Snowball Quilt Progress + What I Learned Along the Way
If you’ve been sewing for a while, you know how attached we get to our machines. I’ve had mine for years, and at this point both are well past their warranties. I’ve been slowly saving for my next upgrade, but I wasn’t quite ready to make that investment yet. Recently, my embroidery machine went in… Continue reading 🧵 How a $50 Repair Saved My Embroidery Machine (and My Budget)
Happy Saturday! I hope you’re doing well. Here in Florida, it finally feels like our little “winter” is over and the sun is back to stay. Wherever you are, I hope spring is starting to peek through for you too. And yes — this Sunday is the time change. I always have mixed feelings about… Continue reading ✂️ My Favorite Fabric Marking Tools (and Why I Keep It Simple)Best marking tools
I hope you’ve had a wonderful week. It’s hard to believe we’re already heading into March—didn’t we just celebrate the New Year? Florida weather has been all over the place lately. We had one morning of freezing temperatures, and now we’re right back to the 80s with pollen coating everything. My Current Project: The Primrose… Continue reading Working on My Queen‑Size Primrose Quilt: Snowballing, Mistakes, and Progress
