Year: 2014

Making a Purse From a Leather Skirt

My friend, Sheila, always looks great and when complimented her on her clothing she’ll tell you which thrift or consignment store it came from. She has the best of luck at such places but she says it’s not luck; it’s just being there too often. Apparently this must be true because her sisters threw her […] Read more…

Your Style

It’s been forever since I’ve written a book report and I’m only 1/3 into the book but I’m really enjoying  “The Thoughtful Dress” by Linda Grant and it’s making me think about clothes (even more than usual).  I am becoming more aware of how we all communicate with our choice of dress. And Linda says […] Read more…

Sewer’s Block

Is there such thing as sewer’s block? Like writer’s block except it’s the temporary inability to compose with fabric instead of words. Lately, I have found myself avoiding my sewing machine. Instead, I have found myself cleaning the house more, or reading more, or cooking more but not sewing. Am I experiencing a creative block? […] Read more…

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