Posts Tagged: sewing

A Quick Weekend DIY

I managed to steal away for an hour this weekend into my sewing space and make these sweet little baby leggings for my daughter out of some vintage owl jersey…

Gertie Hirsch Book Signing

From the Ann Arbor District Library website: Nationally-known sewing expert Gretchen “Gertie” Hirsch is a passionate home seamstress, a sought-after sewing teacher, and the creator of one of the most…

Arts and Scraps Spring Fabric Sale

Friday and Saturday is the semi-annual Arts and Scraps fabric sale. If you are a sewer and are looking for some fabric finds to inspire your spring crafting, this is…

American Sewing Expo Tour

We had a great time at this year’s American Sewing Expo – watch this video to see why! [vimeo]http://vimeo.com/7243346[/vimeo]

Betz White Pillowcase Apron

Ever since I read Betz White’s 10 minute pillowcase apron tutorial, I was obsessed with finding the perfect vintage pillowcase to make my own!

Last-minute no-sew Christmas stocking

Can’t find your stocking from last year? Need a new one? We’re here to help! I always give my parents a stocking filled with candy for Christmas. I found these…

American Sewing Expo in Novi this weekend

Way back in the spring, I participated in a panel about young sewers for the annual American Sewing Expo. To court us young sewers, the expo is trying something new…

Good question: Local sewing classes?

Sarah sent us a sweet note wondering about good sewing classes in the area. Since my last formal sewing class was 4H (anyone else with the big ribbon past?), I…

It’s hip to hem… but we already knew that.

A recent article in the Wall Street Journal caught my eye with this headline: “It’s Hip to Hem.” The article talked about the “recent” resurgence in sewing, thanks to shows…

Project Idea: This bag is anything but floppy

Man. I wish I hadn’t trashed all my old floppies… Take a look at this Make blog post on how to make your very own messenger bag out of floppy…