Some days my scrap bins make me feel like I'm teetering on the edge of a hoarders episode. But it feels so wasteful to throw away pieces of fabric that are still big enough to be used for something. Instead of tossing them, I love to use up as many scraps as I can by … Continue reading 14 Projects to Make with Fabric Scraps
I recently realized I was in need of another tote. I mean, can a girl ever really have too many tote bags?? I needed something that would fit my computer easily, plus a few other essentials for heading out to a coffee shop or on a road trip. But I wanted something sturdy enough (and … Continue reading Leather Bottom Tote Bag Tutorial
Do you follow along with Me Made May at all? It's a challenge to wear something handmade everyday for the month of May. I've done it before, but honestly, I've rarely committed to wearing solely handmade the rest of the year. My body has changed a lot over the years (hello, five kids will do … Continue reading Flowy Tank Top and Me Made May
Hey friends! It's been awhile since I've posted! Life has gotten busy, with homeschooling, the craziness of having five kids (and a climbing toddler - oy!), and all the things of life. I meant to share this women's beanie pattern months ago, but blogging and sewing took a back seat to life. So I'm back … Continue reading FREE Women’s Beanie Hat Pattern
It's finally starting to feel like fall in Wisconsin, which means it's time to bust out my favorite kind of clothes: cozy layers! Seriously, I love wrapping up in cozy cardigans, flannel scarves, and knit hats. Plus can we talk about my love for slippers? It is deep. And of course, it's just going … Continue reading FREE Raglan Cardigan Pattern and Cozy Layers for Fall!
July is such a great month for wearing skirts! They're perfect for summer, easy to throw on after a day at the beach, and they can take you from the pool to date night with a quick accessory change. The lovely ladies at Simple Simon and Co. have an amazing series that they put together … Continue reading 10 Skirt Refashion Tutorials for Skirting the Issue
It's finally summer, so that means it's time to wear dresses! I'm joining up again with Melissa at Melly Sews for her 30 Days of Sundresses series! You can check out my last year's post with free pattern here and the previous year's tutorial here. This year I decided to stick with my knit dress theme … Continue reading Party in the Back Dress FREE pattern
I love cardigans. I mean, I really, really love cardigans. I wear a cardigan nearly everyday in the fall, winter, and spring. And probably a lot of days in the summer too! I love to have a variety, and I've been itching to add a few more to my handmade wardrobe. It probably helps that … Continue reading Must-have Cardigan Patterns for Women
Today I'm so excited to be a part of 30 Days of Sundresses series at Melly Sews! I participated last year, and this year I'm bringing you a free pattern and tutorial for a racerback maxi dress that is super comfy and early maternity friendly! But if you aren't pregnant, don't worry - baby bellies are … Continue reading Racerback Maxi Dress FREE pattern and tutorial
The lovely ladies over at Pattern Revolution are spending the month of February encouraging women to sew for themselves. Despite being in the middle of moving and having a super limited fabric stash, I jumped at the chance to give myself another push to sew something new! I sewed up the Telluride Top from Terra's … Continue reading Sewing Myself Some Love