Almost every designer has a free sewing pattern to entice you into their line of patterns. Some are simple accessories, most are an easy project. I’ve picked five newer ones that really give you some great options for sewing a…
I sewed the ME 2138 sweatshirt recently and love it. I’ll share my review, tips for sizing and alternate ideas for color blocking for this fun pattern. I also sewed ME 2033 barrel leg pants and love them (they are…
It’s spring! My favorite sporty classic brands, LL Bean and Lands End are showcasing casual classic sporty capsule wardrobes. I’ll share my favorite patterns and the must-sew things to match these looks. These classic or preppy brands have been around…
We have an annual contest in my city called “Scrapfest” – and it’s more than just fabric (metal, found objects, trash – all assembled into art and showcased in an arts district in our city). There’s also a Scrapfest fashion…
Sewing a travel capsule wardrobe you can wear year after year is a goal for many sewists. You want to sew for the trip you’re taking next weekend to the next city over, or the city down south with the…
Carolyn Bessette Kennedy’s 90s minimalist looks are easy to recreate with a handful of sewing patterns that aren’t even vintage- but they’re part of a stock from a designer who DID design for the minimalist 90s. I’ll share my favorites…
You see these all the time on Pinterest or on ads or on AMZN – the luxury lounge set. It’s a knit top, pants and a wrap or vest. Here’s my take on it with things from my closet, and…
I sewed a quick and fun vest from a vintage pattern while staying at a youth hockey tournament hotel. I brought my travel machine, sewed the vest and wore it the next day! I also showcase an envelope clutch purse…
I purchased a few new Simplicity patterns for spring 2026. Let’s explore them together! S3197 – this cape with 2 views is one that MimiG sewed recently. I plan to make this from some stash wool fabric. If you’ve inherited…
it’s 2026! Time for the Make Nine 2026 sewing plans. I use my own Make Nine grid, available for free download (see the bottom of this post). I have planned both summer and winter sewing projects with this make nine…
Our family travels a lot – from work travel to travel sports to overseas and vacation travel, we’re gone a LOT. I sewed everyone a travel laundry bag last winter and they’re great! Just big enough for a week or…
This time of year we’re all looking for a gift that says “I love you!” more than anything you can buy on Amazon. These two great gifts are examples of things you can make for your loved ones. At left…