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Two Reasons You’re Going to Love My T-Shirt Shop
Today is the big day that I am officially launching my T-Shirt shop. All the downtime over the last couple of months really helped me to think about what I wanted it to be. The first design that I created was...
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Why You Should Try Sewing Pattern McCalls 7443
Early June was the perfect time for sewing pattern McCalls 7443 and completing a review because the last few weeks had been raining every few days. I know this pattern is not available, but I'm positive I am not the only one who is hoarding it...
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Get the Tunic Trend Without Wasting Your Time
I had to write a post helping you get the tunic trend without wasting your time because I did the research and the options are endless and yet so dated. Being in the hospital and then a month later sick with COVID...
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Finally, an Easy Solution to Repurpose Your Old Jeans
I finally found an easy solution to repurpose an old pair of jeans I purchased years ago. Along with sewing my own clothes I like to go thrifting from time to time. It really is a fun pastime that I highly recommend everyone try at least once. Hitting the jackpot...
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Review of Simplicity 8084 Shirt Dress using Stretch Crepe
I made the Simplicity 8084 Shirt Dress using stretch crepe on Mother's day, but I am just getting around to posting about it because...
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Review of New Look 6301 Wrap Dress using Jersey Knit
Making summer dresses has been on my to-do list for a while now. I was so happy when I discovered the New Look 6301 wrap dress. My goal this summer is
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Are You Spending Too Much on Fabric?
I used to cringe when I would go to the cutting table at a fabric store and see the dollars racking up. Knowing as the clerk calculated my total I was spending too much on fabric. I told myself that the purchase was worth it because the fabric was too pretty. And then I would get home, pre-shrink it, and stow it away too afraid to cut into it. Does this sound like you?
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DIY Wrap Top Using Simplicity 8424
Did you miss me? January was such a crazy month I would start a blog post, but then completely get distracted and didn't get to share this wrap top I made using Simplicity 8424. Ironically enough this is the perfect time to share it for two reasons Valentine's day is this Sunday and the fabric that I used is from a Black and Latina own fabric company called Melanated Fabrics.
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How to Adjust Any Sewing Pattern From Woven to Stretch Fabric
Hey you Introverts, have you ever found a pattern you loved, but didn’t want to make it out of stiff fabric with no give? I will walk you through how to adjust any sewing pattern from woven to stretch fabric. If you follow me on Instagram or on my Facebook page then you may remember the teal sweater knit fabric that you see here. Earlier this year, I mentioned purchasing it from SAS Fabrics. This was at the Phoenix location off of Indian School if you’re curious. Let me tell you one thing I have been working on is my self-confidence with sewing. All the compliments in the world don’t…
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My Top 4 Gift Ideas For Beginner Sewers
Attention last minute holiday shoppers, if you're like me and struggle to figure out what to get someone to the last hour I’ve got you covered. Here are some ideas for you for top 4 big ticket gift items to get that special someone who is in love with sewing or is ready to start.
