18" Doll Sewing Patterns • Free Tutorials • Sewing with Kids
We’re just getting started. Just like a summer reading program, it takes the kids a bit to finish that first book. Sewing programs are no different. I love hearing from you about how your kiddos are getting on with their projects. Thank you! Remember it’s …
It’s Wednesday, and I actually have a work in progress to share (WIP)–imagine that! Usually my projects are small, mostly doll size, and are finished in a day or so. But this one is going to take me some time. I’m making my first big …
I’m going to Quilt Market next week [squeal], where my book, now officially released, will be displayed in the C&T booth [another squeal] and I needed a travel bag. I wanted a big bag that looked more purse-like than a tote bag. One that could …
Life can get busy, and it is the blog that stands in the back of the line. As so it was last week. In my opinion, this is how it should be. I’m a mom and wife first, blogger/artist second. My daughter is graduating in …
A question I hear often: “I’m going to teach my child how to sew. Can you suggest a project?” What’s a good project for beginners? There are many great first projects. Simple straight lines, and after learning to pivot, right angles can be added. In …
It’s essential to press your project while sewing it. Why? There are many reasons for pressing while sewing. Because the pattern says to and blind obedience are not the reasons why. Pressing (not ironing) will help your sewing to be accurate and well made. It’s …
What’s a seam allowance? This is pretty common for kids to ask and a challenge to master. After explaining what a seam allowance is and showing students the lines along the throat plate of the sewing machine, it’s still a skill that takes lots …
I’ve been prepping for a new class session. Being prepared and organized definitely helps the class time to go more smoothly. Most often I teach project based classes. These types of sewing classes are popular, because everyone likes to have something to take away with …
It’s been a very busy week with the kids being on spring break. My son and I painted his room, Manchester United Blue (away jerseys). I spent several days helping with our 4-H group. Those girls are amazing. Flap zippers, princess seams, and one student …