Let's face it, not everyone likes working with chemicals of any kind. Some have sensitivities or allergies to contend with. I consider my self fortunate that I don't fall in that category. Some just prefer not to use pens, pencils, crayons, etc on their fabric. I have some solutions for that. Ground Cinnamon A plus… Continue reading Organic Marking Tools
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My Favorite Marking Tools
Today I am going to talk about a few different marking tools. These are my personal favorites and are listed in order of preference. I will explore more in future posts, so stay tuned. Let us start with my go-to marking tool. I empty a Chaco Pen Style liner and fill it with Ultimate Pounce… Continue reading My Favorite Marking Tools
Westalee Snowflakes; Tips and Tricks
Thinking about snow in October? Some places have already had their first flurries, but I suspect it will be a while before we see any in the Desert Southwest. Thinking about snow in October? Some places have already had their first flurries, but I suspect it will be a while before we see any in… Continue reading Westalee Snowflakes; Tips and Tricks
Proceed with Caution
There is an awful lot of information out there in cyber space. I've said it before, not all of it is accurate and honest. Some of it is just outright garbage. Anyone can publish anything about whatever. Don't misunderstand me, most of it is fabulous and has greatly supported my most recent obsession with nail art.… Continue reading Proceed with Caution
Partial Seams
I’m working on a quilt where the designer chose not to use partial seams where they would have worked really well. This decision might have been based on classifying the pattern as suitable for beginners. I have always thought that less seams means not only less work, but less room for error. This is the… Continue reading Partial Seams
December: Classy is Always in Style
The final Christmas gift. I love a simple pattern that packs a lot of punch. My daughter loves classic designs and hounds tooth is one of her favorites. I took her shopping last spring to buy some fabric. You probably can't tell in the photo, but the white is a white on white hounds tooth. Even… Continue reading December: Classy is Always in Style
November 2nd Project: Microwave Bowl Pot Holders
In my excitement to get these wrapped, I forgot to take pictures. So this is one I made for myself. It's a little smaller than I like, but you get the idea. I plan on making another one for me. These little handy pot holders for your microwave make great gifts. There are tutorials all… Continue reading November 2nd Project: Microwave Bowl Pot Holders
November 1st Project: Grocery Bags
So Christmas is over and now that the gifts have been opened, I can finally update everyone on what I was up to the last 2 months. Grocery Bags: I love the Stand 'n Stow pattern by Atkinson Designs. I first made this bag about a year ago and promptly left it somewhere. The secret… Continue reading November 1st Project: Grocery Bags
My Studio Makeover
I started thinking about revamping my sewing studio about 6 months ago. The more I thought about what I wanted, the more I put the project off. Seems to be a running theme in my life, over think the project instead of actually doing anything. Thunderstorms are common here in July and August so I convinced… Continue reading My Studio Makeover
May: Holiday Pot Holders
Before you start thinking that I really have it together because I’m making Christmas presents in May, know that these originally were supposed to be given out in 2012. Unfortunately, I sustained an injury with a sewing machine needle that required a trip to the ER while finishing a set of these and the project… Continue reading May: Holiday Pot Holders
