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Skirting the Issue

Skirting the Issue–Skirt Fixation and Be So Crafty

Today joining us for Skirting the Issue are two very crafty women (and good friends) who both just happen to be geniuses when it comes to making skirts and luckily enough for us they are both sharing a skirt pattern today! Both Audrey and Becky are known for making the cutest skirts and we are so thankful that both are joining us for Skirting the Issue this year.   First up is Audrey from Skirt Fixation and as her blog name suggests, she has so many incredible skirt patterns (and ... View the Post

Skirting the Issue

Skirting the Issue–The Starboard Skirt

Today's skirt tutorial, The Starboard Skirt, is from the archives but if you have never made one---they are my favorite skirts!  They look great on all shapes and sizes from girls to women's and all sizes in between. I honestly can't believe this tutorial is from six years ago but it is such an ageless, classic style that it is still relevant today. And I have a few cut out for Skirting the Issue that I am excited to sew up. The Starboard Skirt is a box pleated skirt that is made in two ... View the Post

Skirting the Issue· Skirts

Skirting the Issue 2017 IS HERE!!!

It is the first Monday in July which means.....today begins one of my favorite blogging month of the year...the month in which we sew skirts, quilts, and pillowcases for children in foster care...the month that we hold a 31 day event called "Skirting the Issue". If you haven't participated in Skirting the Issue before below are all the who, what, where, and why's..... ... View the Post

Babylock· Skirting the Issue

Skirting the Issue 2016 Prize Winners, Final Numbers, and Thank You’s

Hello Friends. This post is coming in later than usual...but we wanted to make sure that all the packages were received before we chose winners for prizes and tallied up the final number for this years Skirting the Issue. Ladies...I know I say this every year...but I mean it, and I feel it stronger and stronger as we continue this "event"....those who sew and quilt are some of the kindest people on the planet. I never fail to be overwhelmed by your generosity.  As I open each of ... View the Post

Skirting the Issue· Uncategorized

Skirting the Issue: There is Still Time

Even though today is the last official post about Skirting the Issue 2016 (until we post the prize winners) there is still time to make and donate skirts or quilts!!! You have until August 15th to email us a photo or link up your photos to be entered to win a baby lock sewing machine (and a pile of other prizes). For all the details about how to sew along click HERE. And for those of you who have already sewn along with us this year...thank you so very much. Thank you to the home ... View the Post