From 2020 Soooo… How’ve you been? In case you haven’t noticed, I’ve updated my blog. My blog has been stagnant, but my sewing adventures have not. The Pretty Shirts series has held my attention for a long time and the journey has been somewhat rewarding. The pattern that I used in Pretty Shirts II was… Read more: Sewing Adventure: Drafting My Own Shirt Pattern

It’s been 10 years! I don’t understand this recent obsession with 2016, but I’ll go along.  It has been 10 years since I started this blog.  My posts have been few and far between, but believe me, I have been sewing.  Doll Clothes, Trousers, pillows, tunics, more Pretty Shirts, and Quilts, and yes, patternmaking.  One… Read more: Celebrating 10 Years of Sewing and Creativity

My pretty shirts adventure has progressed slowly and turned out to be very frustrating. I purchased some cheerful fabric at Walmart for a steal to make another “practice shirt”.   I have been working on it (not consistently) for over two months and I finally decided last night, that it was time to LET IT… Read more: Pretty Shirts-Part II

I intended my next post to be another part of my Pretty Shirts series.  But, since my last post, Christmas, New Years, and Valentine’s Day have all occurred and due to distractions beyond my control, I am still not finished with my Pretty Shirts.   So I must tell you why it is has taken… Read more: Meet my new friend – Addy Walker

Hi all! In this new series of posts, I will be making shirts-pretty shirts. I purchased some blue striped and white oxford cotton from Gail K Fabrics in Atlanta, Ga.  Both of the fabrics, especially the white, have a beautiful hand.  I expect them to feel like butter against my skin when complete. In order… Read more: Pretty Shirts