Category Archives: Sewing

Easter is hopping closer!

Posted on February 27, 2012

The sun is out, the birds are chirping and I can feel that Spring is near. Sure, it’s still much too cold to really play outside, but going to the store you can see that it is rather apparent….Easter will … Continue reading →

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In my shop…

Posted on September 22, 2011

I’ve always had a sort of love affair with the 1960s and it shows up in a lot of my work.  I like to create one of a kind pieces that can be cherished and passed along. I try to … Continue reading →

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Happy Easter 2011!

Posted on April 27, 2011

This past Sunday was Easter!  It was technically Penelope’s second Easter holiday but it felt like it was her first. Last year she was just a tiny newborn and we were so tired and worn out that it didn’t even … Continue reading →

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Penelope’s Christmas outfit!

Posted on February 15, 2011

When I was younger my mom would often sew up beautiful outfits for my sister and I to wear on our birthdays and at holiday times.  It was always fun to have something unique and it made for wonderful photo … Continue reading →

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My adorable little sprite (vote for her!)

Posted on October 23, 2010

When I was younger there were never any store bought costumes in our house.  My mom would always make our Halloween costumes for us.  It was amazing! Not only did she always do a fabulous job, but we were able … Continue reading →

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Baby Couture

Posted on September 3, 2010

Okay….so maybe couture is going a bit far, but I have been sewing up a storm of outfits for my little girl. She is a fantastic muse and I find myself wishing I could spend all day, every day sewing … Continue reading →

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Wedding dresses and craft table messes! Part 1

Posted on August 16, 2010

When I was younger I would watch in awe as my mom would draft up her own pattern for whatever character we decided to be for Halloween that year. I would help her cut out the pieces and sit by … Continue reading →

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The World of Blythe

Posted on August 6, 2010

In 1972 a big eyed, large headed doll named Blythe was invented. She was only sold for one year and was put away and forgotten in the attics of many…until 1999 when photographer Gina Garan made a photo book of … Continue reading →

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A Crafty Solution

Posted on July 17, 2010

I got a phone call from a friend yesterday. She was upset because her puppy, Jasper had to have a catheter put in for the second time since he ripped out the first one. (ouch!)  She tried to put one … Continue reading →

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