Update Your Sewing Skills
Are you looking for an easy and quick way to learn new sewing skills or update your existing knowledge? Simplicity Patterns may have the solution for you. You can find dozens of free instructions at Simplicity.com’s Online Classroom. For…
Spring Patterns
Winter is not yet officially here, but the major sewing pattern companies are already looking forward to spring. Simplicity has released its Early Spring 2013 Collection. Some new looks for both women and children are featured. This delightful ensemble from…
Stylish Bedrooms Your Kids won’t Outgrow
Classic furniture and bright, bold prints make this a a room that won’t be quickly outgrown. Decorating a child’s room or helping your child decorate their own room is always fun, but it can be a challenge creating a room…
Mirror Tricks and Other Inexpensive Décor Touches
Three mirrors opposite a window add life and the illusion of space to this room. Notice the decorative square and bolster pillows on the sofa. Traditionally mirrors have been used in the entrance way or foyer of the house. They…
Incredible Sale on McCalls Patterns
From today until September 20, most McCalls Patterns are on sale for only $1.44 through their website. This is an incredible bargain. Choose from adult apparel, children’s apparel, craft patterns, and more. Browse the sale, buy some patterns and then…
Quilt Runners
Quilted runners for beds can be made more quickly than a full-sized quilt and they add interest to a plain bedspread or coverlet. They can also provide extra warmth for your feet. Make them to match your throw pillows for…
Spotlight on fabric manufacturers: Amy Butler (again)
We have posted about Amy Butler fabrics many times on this blog, and with good reason. These cheerful and colorful fabrics add such life to any room in your home and the selection just keeps growing. While the vibrant colors…
Fabric: It’s Christmas in July
Can you believe that Christmas is only 5 months away?! But those of you who are crafters, seamstresses and interior decorators know that it is not too early to start planning for the holidays. That might include homemade gifts, holiday…
Simplicity’s Early Autumn Collection
Simplicity has just released their Early Autumn Collection. As usual, the collection has many versatile patterns. I particularly like the neck details on this Runway Collection dress. This jacket/cardigan and pants ensemble is another winner in my book. The top,…
Stylish Piecing from Lorraine Torrence
If you like to piece quilts, but are looking for a garment project, you will love Lorraine Torrence’s latest stylish designs at McCall’s Patterns. If you already sew garments, but have no idea how to piece quilts, these patterns are…