Home Decor: Do you remember how to set a table?
When I was growing up we ate dinner every night at a large family table. One of my jobs was to “set” the table which simply involved putting plates and silverware in their proper places. My parents were sticklers for…
Time for Fleece
As the weather cools it is time once more to think of making cozy fleece garments. Online Fabric Store has increased its stock of fleece prints and now offers many novelty prints. Seeking something cute, but boyish to make a…
More Thoughts on the ASG Sewing Contest
A lovely jacket pattern and three patterns with which you can make an entire wardrobe are among the patterns to be used in this year’s ASG contest. A wide variety of fabrics are suitable for Simplicity 2284, Simplicity 2287 and…
Time to Sew for the ASG 2011 contest
The American Sewing Guild and Simplicity patterns have announced the 2011 ASG Sewing Contest. The annual contest has categories for members and for young sewers. See the entry form for complete details To entry, sew a garment for yourself or…
Don’t panic! Last minute Halloween costumes
Uh-oh! You have just been invited to a costume party and you have nothing to wear! Your kids have changed their mind last minute and insist on a new costume. Sound familiar? Well don’t panic. A little bit of ingenuity…
Victorian Hatmaking
I mentioned hat making in my previous post. Using feathers, beads, and silk flowers you can quickly decorate a ready-made hat so that it resembles Victorian headgear. If you are really into authentic period costumes, you may want to learn…
Marie Osmond’s New Book
Celebrity Marie Osmond loves to sew and quilt for her family and friends. Her hobby led to her to write a new book: Heartfelt Giving: Sew and Quilt for Family and Friends. Published by Martingale the book is scheduled to…
ABC’s of Decorating: “N” is for numbers
Several fun ways to use numbers in your interior decorating.
Costumes for Victorian Christmas Festivals
Across the country Victorian Christmas festivals have become very popular. Here in the Houston area, we have the Dickens Festival on the Strand—a celebration of the era of Charles Dickens which takes place every year on Galveston Island. Visitors who…
Fabric: Fuzzy, funky, fun faux fur
Wow…that sure is a mouth full! But faux fur is making a triumphant return to popularity in both fashion and home decor. Here are some ways to use this very fun fabric. Fur and hide rugs are very popular but…