Tag Archives: Sewing

Video: Wrap Up in Style With This DIY Blanket Coat

Posted on January 13, 2019 by

Look! Is it a cape? Is it a shawl? Is it a poncho? NO! It’s a BLANKET COAT… I found this wool blanket at my thrift store awhile back and have been waiting for just the right moment to use it. … Continue reading →

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DIY: Deer Head Silhouette Sweater

Posted on January 12, 2019 by

I have a love/hate relationship with deer. When twenty of them are milling around the field in front of my picture windows with the snow covered Eagle Cap mountains rising up behind them, I’m totally in love. But, when they … Continue reading →

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New Video: How to Make a Fabric Purse Organizer

Posted on January 11, 2019 by

Who knew that a 5 year old would know the Hallelujah chorus?! But sure enough, each time one of my students gets excited about something we’re doing, he raises his hands in the air and exclaims: “HALLELUJAH”!!! Cracks me up … Continue reading →

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New Video: Make a Cozy Little Girl’s Sweater Skirt From an Old Sweater

Posted on January 7, 2019 by

The snow is falling, fireplaces are lit up, and the smell of hot chocolate is in the air. It’s the perfect time to pull out an old sweater from the bottom of your closet and create a cute and cozy … Continue reading →

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How to Make a Travel Neck Pillow: DIY Video and Tutorial

Posted on January 3, 2019 by

In-flight snoozing on those red-eye flights just got easier and much more fashionable. When sleeping upright is your only option, this soft and comfortable DIY neck pillow will help you get the Zzz’s you need. Make one to match your … Continue reading →

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Easy Last Minute DIY Gift: Flannel and Fringe Scarf (Tutorial and Video)

Posted on December 21, 2018 by

Little did my mom know that when she declared the Christmas of 1971 as a “Handmade Holiday,” she changed my life forever. I can still remember feeling so honored and loved when even my dad, who was Mr. Busy and Mr. … Continue reading →

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Create a Cute Tassel Christmas Tree Skirt

Posted on December 15, 2018 by

If your Saturday includes holiday decorating and you want to make a new, modern tree skirt, here’s one that you can literally make in minutes from a round tablecloth. And it has tassels!!! Pin Me!! Click here for the directions. … Continue reading →

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Mittens Made From Old Sweaters: Another Great DIY Holiday Gift Video and Tutorial (If I Do Say So Myself :) )

Posted on December 5, 2018 by

You need to be careful what you wear around me. Be very, very careful. Each sweater I lay my eyes on these days becomes a potential mitten fantasy to me. While you think I’m listening to you talk about your … Continue reading →

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Easy to Make Festive Faux Fur Collar So You Can Attend Your Holiday Parties in Style

Posted on December 4, 2018 by

It’s no secret that I love parties! The bigger, the better. The more the merrier. So many reasons for a party, so little time. I truly am a walking party cliche. 🙂 To me, one of the best things about the holiday … Continue reading →

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Sweater to Hat and Mitten Tutorial

Posted on December 1, 2018 by

There’s a crackling fire in our wood stove and the fresh snow in the mountains is inspiring me  to refashion an ill-fitting sweater into a festive pair of mittens and a warm hat. How about you? Click here for the … Continue reading →

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