Amy’s Blog
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The Magic Pattern Book Winner
Congratulations to Marcia Barnaby, who is the winner of The Magic Pattern Book and Vintage Notions! Marcia, keep an eye out in your email for a message from me. Thanks to everyone who entered, I...
The Magic Pattern Story: Process
Last week I shared with you my inspiration to create The Magic Pattern Book. Today I want to tell you about the process of creating the 36 different patterns included in the book. Once I committed...
The Magic Pattern Story: Inspiration
I'm thrilled to announce the release of my new title, The Magic Pattern Book! I collaborated with Workman Publishing to create this new garment and accessory sewing book, which offers 36...
The Gored Skirt – A Classic
Yesterday while shopping the antique mall in Elk Rapids, Michigan, I spotted the fabulous illustration on the cover of this issue dated August 1, 1911 and of course had to take a peek inside. I was...
Book Giveaway Winner!
Congratulations to Patricia, who is the winner of The Lost Art of Dress and Vintage Notions! Patricia, we have sent you an email, keep an eye out for it. Thanks to everyone who entered, I loved...
Book Giveaway – The Lost Art of Dress
As you may know, Mary Brooks Picken is my muse and I was inspired by her work in educating the women on fashion, sewing techniques, and the home arts through her work with The Woman’s Institute to...
1930’s Street Fashion Video
I recently ran across this fascinating video of 1930's street fashion, shot in a small town in South Dakota. I love seeing videos like this because it is like seeing the work of Mary Brooks Picken...
Pattern Variety Pack Winner
Congratulations to Sharon who is the winner of the new pattern variety pack. Sharon, please keep an eye out for an email from us. Thanks to all who entered, I really appreciate it, and love reading...
Sacred Sewing Room
In February 2013 I had the honor of traveling to Detroit to work with the philanthropic organization Enchanted Makeovers as they transformed a shelter for homeless women into a place of beauty,...
Quilt Market Pittsburgh Wrap Up
Last month I was in Pittsburgh with the Indygo Junction team for our biggest show, Spring Quilt Market! This is the show where we debut most of our new pattern designs for the year. For 2014 we have...
Mother’s Day Memories
I was so excited to see the many wonderful comments sharing stories of "mom" from our Mother's Day Gift Basket Giveaway. I especially loved those that shared sewing memories! Today, as I to...
Mother’s Day Apron Story
Did you know that this is the 100th anniversary of Mother's Day? I recently read a great article detailing how Anna Jarvis made it her life's mission to make it a national holiday, and how she then...