So here's a story. I've been a bit under the weather and have been for awhile. I'm having a few issues with my blood levels that is making it hard for my body to regulate things like my body temperature and energy levels. I'm not complaining. In fact, I am full of hope. As you read this I'm probably in the hospital getting some IV treatments that I've been waiting for for what seems like an eternity and I am hopeful that they will help. Now, I'm not tell telling you this so that you ... View the Post
A Friday Night Tradition
At our house we have a Friday night tradition...it happens every week...no matter what....rain, shine, sickness, health...whatever...and that is our Friday Night Family Camp Out. Actually the name may be a bit of a misnomer...we don't really camp out, with tents and sleeping bags in the great outdoors underneath the stars. But, we do camp out in the family room next to the fireplace. All of us, every Friday night. Here's what happens: Around 8:00 p.m. we all gather our blankets, ... View the Post
A Vintage Simplicity Pattern
There are many things I love to sew and dresses for girls are still at the top of that list. And my favorite patterns....well...vintage patterns will always have my heart. So yesterday I thoroughly enjoyed myself as I sewed up this vintage 1971 Simplicity pattern. ... View the Post
12 New Year’s Resolutions that No One is Making (But Perhaps They Should)
Its that time of year again when people everywhere are setting goals. And it seems that all of these goals pretty much fall into one of three main categories: Get out of debt, organize the house, and get into shape. (No matter how wonderfully they are worded, or with what determination they are set they all seem to fit nicely into one of those three areas.) And while those are all worthy goals, I was thinking that maybe there were some other goals that rarely get set. And these resolutions ... View the Post
A Drapery Fabric Pencil Skirt
All week I've been talking about skirts...and how I can't stop myself from making them and today isn't going to be any different. ... View the Post
A Wide Waistband Pleated Skirt Tutorial
On Sunday I shared a wide waistband pleated skirt that I made for the #sewyourstyle campaign sponsored by Pellon and JoAnn.....and I promised that today I would share the tutorial for how I made it...so let's get to it! Here is how I made my pleated skirt. ... View the Post
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