Yo-Yo sewing projects are a favorite vintage find of mine. I love seeing the inspiring combination of fabrics, which were likely made from the scrap bin and can be a great snapshot of vintage fabrics. One of my favorite yo-yo patterns that we updated is Scrappy the...
I’m mad about monograms lately. With so many possibilities, this letter-perfect technique lends personal flair to handmade or store bought fabric gifts. Think garments, pillowcases, cloth napkins, tea towels, and tote bags. Whether embroidered, cross stitched,...
Over the holiday break I spent some time with some of my vintage children’s magazines. I found this wonderful letter from January 1916 that I had to share… here is a particularly inspiring excerpt from the page. If you enjoy it please share it & I will find...
I am always collecting vintage inspiration – especially aprons. I love how the vintage aprons are both functional and beautiful. I’m always looking for vintage styles that need to be brought back for the modern sewer. One of the style that kept popping up...
I told you earlier this year about my adventures in Hamilton with Missouri Star Quilt Co. – what I didn’t mention was that I was featured in an article in their fall Block Magazine! I had been up to Missouri Star a few times to film videos –...
