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Spring Forward

I’ve been in a slump for a while now. Does this ever happen for you? Things just seem to bring more obstacles the more I worked to figure things out. I’ve been working for months on a project that, at times, I definitely felt out …

Spotlight Interview for Create Whimsy

Several months ago I was interviewed for a really neat site, Create Whimsy. They spotlight creators and creatives. It was an honor to be included among the talent. You can read my interview at their website

New Pattern Doll Castle Magazine

Several months ago I was asked to submit an exclusive pattern for the publication Doll Castle News. If you haven’t heard of Doll Castle, they have been around for a long time, since the early 60’s, and publish such an informative and delightful magazine, all …

Doll Studio Boutique Challenge

I’m always super impressed with the entries to these challenges and this time was no exception. The challenge: sew an 8-12 piece wardrobe for dolls using patterns from my latest title Doll Studio Boutique. Judges looked at overall group, color and fabric choices, mix and …

Win a Ruby Red Fashion Friend Doll

The latest sewing challenge is happening now! There’s still time to sew and enter for a chance to win a gift certificate. Grand Prize $130 GC and two first place prizes $50 GC each. Sew using my new book Doll Studio Boutique and email me …

Coming soon: new patterns, new class, and new book is shipping

Lots going on in the studio. Doll Studio Boutique is now shipping from the publisher!! Those who ordered from C&T Publishing should be receiving their copy any day now!! Woot woot! Read more about my latest book here. New pattern is nearly finished! Alison Suspender …

Fall Update

Well, Doll Studio Boutique has been delayed and the challenge will be postponed. I don’t want to run the challenge during the holidays, so I will host the challenge soon after the winter holidays. Holidays are a time for baking, eating, games, and most of …