I am so excited to introduce you to Debbie Maddy and the wonderful fabrics she designs for Moda. When I saw her new Kawa and Yukata lines I knew they would be perfect for my  Anytime Topper . This quick & easy pattern is all about the fabric! In the Kawa prints...
I am so thrilled to share my new pattern with you, the WearEver Wrap! This is your shrug for every occasion and a simple way to warmth! Make this fun and fashionable wrap for family and friends. The pattern offers tips and techniques for Luxe Cuddle ® minky plush,...
I’m so excited for the Facebook giveaway we are doing this week! I get to partner with a designer I find very inspiring. We’re giving away one of my patterns, some of her fabric, and an Oliso Mini Iron! If you aren’t already familiar with her, I’d love to...
Repost from October 2012- Enjoy! A few weeks ago Bob and I visited Northern Michigan and it was “peak week” for color. I could barely put my camera down. Looking at the nature’s colorful patterns is a favorite subject for my photography. I was lucky...
I am so excited to let you know about my upcoming appearance on At Home With Misty Doan on YouTube!! I’ll be joining her to talk about my new, easy-to-make pattern – The Anytime Topper! My association with the Missouri Star Quilt Co. goes way back and I have such...
Hankies are a perfect fabric to upcycle for  Fold and Go Folios. They have been part of practical fashion for over 200 years and rose to popularity in the USA in the 1940s. The beautiful designs available are endless! You may have your own collection or find them...
You’ve seen them in ready-to-wear boutiques and on the runways and now  you can make your own! My new Anytime Topper pattern is quick, easy, stylish and so very versatile that you’ll want to make one for every occasion. I love the fact this pattern is ideal for...
We have had so much fun making Fold and Go Folios. Some of our favorites have been made with Tula Pink fabrics from FreeSpirit. Tula is a friend and neighbor, she lives in St. Joe , Missouri. Â I absolutely love her art and fabrics. Here are a few Fold and Go Folios we...
It’s Game Day in Kansas City! The Chiefs are playing Pittsburg in the NFL Wild Card Game. I have a DIY project I will be wearing today with my Chiefs mask, and I want to share it with you. I love the Kansas City community’s team spirit and the creativity...
It’s that time of year. Time to plan gifts for family and friends. Why not keep that spirit of giving all year long as Mary Brooks Pickens my muse (and inspiration for my Vintage Notions book) suggests. Take a moment out of your day to do something kind for...
I am so excited to share that my DIY Courses are now available on the Vintage Modern Makers platform. If you joined me live last Friday on Facebook you learned a little about the Feedsack Course. Watch the video below if you want to see the fun treasures I shared....
It’s National Sewing Month, a perfect time to celebrate the tomato pincushion. I can only imagine the percentage of needle and thread enthusiasts in America that have a tomato in their home. I have a few!! It’s always fun to hear stories of an heirloom...
