Amy’s Blog
Welcome to my blog where I share vintage-inspired projects, tips, and seasonal inspiration. Have fun exploring my latest blog posts and be sure to subscribe to my newsletter for even more vintage fun, straight to your inbox!
Christmas Sewing with Santa’s Sleigh Ride
See Santa’s Sleigh Ride in action with holiday project ideas, sewing inspiration, and tips for using the panel and Favorite Fusible. One of my favorite things about sewing is sharing it with the...
Two Ways to Transfer Embroidery Designs + DIY Pincushion!
Embroidery has always held a special place in my heart. It’s a technique I return to again and again, whether I’m collecting vintage pieces, developing new designs, or creating books that celebrate...
Beginnings: How Love You to Pieces Came to Be
My new book, Love You to Pieces: A Gift of Friendship, began, quite simply, because I’m a collector. A passionate one. Vintage quilts, handmade cloth dolls, sewing notions, and books that celebrate...
Textile Talks: Love You to Pieces, Sock Monkeys & More
I love any chance to connect with fellow makers and textile lovers! I recently had the absolute pleasure of being a guest on Textile Talks, a weekly online lecture series dedicated to preserving and...
A Special Gift Inside Every Copy of Love You to Pieces
My latest book, Love You to Pieces: A Gift of Friendship, has been such a meaningful project, and I love getting to share a few of the extra creative details behind it. If you would like to look...
Pattern Review: Stitch Your Heart Out
As many of you may know, my mom and I work as a team creating patterns and projects, and it’s always special when we get to share that process together. I hope you enjoy this video of our...
Heart To Art Free Pattern
FREE Heart to Art PDF PatternHi everyone! Boy, do I have a treat for you… a FREE ‘Heart to Art’ PDF Pattern that I know you will adore! I recently got to enjoy sharing this pattern along with my...
Making a Sunshine Polly Cloth Doll with Amy & Misty
I had so much fun joining Misty on At Home with Misty in October to share my new book Love You to Pieces: A Gift of Friendship. We talked about the memories, stories, and friendships that inspired...
Stitch Your Heart Out Pattern
Sew Up Something Special with our Stitch Your Heart Out PDF Pattern! Looking for a quick and charming sewing project? My Stitch Your Heart Out pattern comes with three patterns - The folding...
Learn about Treasured Threadz™ Upcycled Denim
Recycle Refashion ReLOVE! Amy shares more about Treasured Threadz™, Favorite Fusible, and her techniques for using the panels in creative projects.Introducing Treasured Threadz™ Fabric Panels and ...
Free Quilted Heart Ornament Pattern
DIY Quilted Heart Ornaments!Hi everyone! Tis the season for festive DIYs and today I am sharing a FREE Quilted Heart Ornament PDF Pattern that I know will get you in the holiday mood. These are...
Meet Oscar: The Loveable Bear from Love You to Pieces
My new book, Love You to Pieces: A Gift of Friendship, celebrates the handmade stories stitched into dolls, quilts, and keepsakes passed down with love. Each page pairs a unique cloth character with...
Meet Alice Apple: A Classic Doll from Love You to Pieces
My new book, Love You to Pieces: A Gift of Friendship, has been years in the making—a patchwork of heartfelt friendships, vintage dolls, and the joy of creating handmade gifts. Inside, you’ll find...