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Let’s Hear it for the Boys!

If you frequent kid-sewing blogs, it’s not a surprise to know that girls get most of the spotlight. I get it – cute, ruffly dresses… fun, flowery shirts. But those of us with boys [especially those of us…

Sew in Tune: Sunglasses at Night

Today I’m over at Melly Sews, sharing the rockstar look I talked about yesterday, as part of the Sew in Tune series.Click over to see a fun tutorial for the shirt I made for my little rocker. And…

Comfy Rockstar Pants Tutorial… made from an unlikely fabric!

I have one of those three-year-olds who would live in sweatpants if I let him. He loves to be comfy. And really, who can blame him? Sweatpants are quite delightful. Especially when the windchill is below zero. But…

Busy, busy, busy…

I have been busy, preparing for a few awesome series that I’m super excited to join this year. Plus I’ve been doing some pattern testing. And, you know, growing a tiny human. And there’s that whole, spending quality time with…

Cuff Bracelet Tutorial: Because She’s Worth it!

When thinking about what kind of bracelet or zipper pouch tutorial I wanted to share with you as part of the She’s Worth it Campaign, the very first thing that came to mind was a simple cuff bracelet….

Cool Cardigan… with mix and match patterns

Have y’all seen Blank Slate Patterns by Melly Sews? This girl is a fellow boy-mama and a pattern making machine. I recently sewed up the Cool Cardigan for my oldest. And seriously, this pattern is fabulous. I used…

The Sew Fab e-Pattern Sale is coming to an end!

There’s just a little bit of time left in the Sew Fab e-Pattern Sale! Did you get yours yet? I still can’t believe these designers put together this awesome deal – 18 patterns for less than $25 is…

I Will Make: Because She’s Worth it!

When Andrea from The Train to Crazy and Go To Patterns emailed me about an exciting idea she had, I could not wait to get involved. Andrea has joined up with a group [ShesWorthitCampaign.com] that is raising money…

Thoughts on fabric, boring decor, and lack of commitment…

I have had the same curtains in my living room for about six years. I made them not long after we moved into our house, and they’ve served our little home well. The thing about them is that…

Sew Fab E-Pattern Sale! [the most super amazing pattern sale I’ve ever seen!]

Ooohhh have I got something lovely and wonderful to share with you today. The most amazing e-pattern sale I’ve ever seen, including designers and patterns that I absolutely love and adore. Today is the 1st day of the…