Trigger Fabric
Some of you who work with Trigger fabric may be wondering why it’s so hard to find anymore. Well, the mill that manufactured Trigger fabric went out of business and therefor Trigger is no longer available. However, 5 oz. poplin…
How to Make Rod Pocket Curtains
Rod pocket curtains are the easiest and quickest style of curtain to make. It’s simply a panel of fabric with a tube at the top for the curtain rod. For sewers of all levels, rod pocket curtains are an easy…
How to Make Lined Back Tab Curtains
Making your own custom curtains with the drapery fabric of your choice is a great option and surprisingly easy. Back tab curtains hang from tabs hidden on the back of the curtain panel. They have a seamless look, top to…
Bridesmaid Dresses Follow Up
Back in July, I wrote a blog post about custom bridesmaid dresses. In that post, I talk about how I was using glitz sequins to make bridesmaid dresses for a wedding in November. Well, the wedding was this past weekend…
Handmade Gift Ideas & Tutorials
I love making handmade gifts because they are so personal. You can feel all the thought and effort put into each gift. They’re one-of-a-kind and much more special than anything generic you buy in a store. If you’re on a…
Autumn Inspiration: Fall Colors
Here in New England, autumn is a gorgeous time of year. I love the crisp air and, of course, the trees with their brilliant fall colors. Fall is all about nature, so whether in fashion or home decor, earth tones…
DIY Baby Blanket with Minky
Baby blankets are great for beginner sewers and make awesome gifts. This baby blanket has two sides with a fold over border, and is super soft thanks to the minky fabric. Watch the tutorial below to learn how to make…
DIY High Low Tunic Tutorial
Tunics are a great and easy item of clothing to own because they can be dressy (depending on the fabric) or casual. You can pair them with leggings, jeans, boots, sandals, and….pretty much anything. This tunic that I’ve designed and created…
DIY Fabric Storage Bin Tutorial
In this tutorial, I’m making a storage bin made out of fabric and cardboard, with an optional chalkcloth label. I’m using a Premier Prints décor fabric for the outside and broadcloth as the lining. This bin is perfect for storing…
DIY Lace Blouse with Lining Tutorial
This is my first apparel tutorial where I’m using stretch lace! I’ve been wanting to make something with this fabric for a while now, so I came up with a simple pattern for a short sleeve lace top with a…
