I found some really cool things this summer at an amazing estate sale (the family was downsizing and used to own antique stores)....but when I was photographing them, I thought you might like to see "behind the scenes" too. So, today's post is part one of how I do my object photography. I will show you a second way that I photograph objects in the coming weeks. Let me preface this post with the fact that I don't consider myself a professional photographer....I think I would classify myself as ... View the Post
Easy Maxi Skirt with Printable Instructions
I know...I know... The world does not need another maxi skirt tutorial. So, that's not what this is. Sort of...Kind of...Not Really. Ok, kind of. Let me explain: This is a printable step by step set of instructions to make this crazy easy maxi skirt. The instructions were written for a sewing night that I got to participate in to share how I make my maxi skirts. So, there you have it. Printable instructions for how I make my maxi skirts. And if you want them click here: ... View the Post
The Art of Homemaking: The Parable of the Broom
sourceI have missed you all! I love Skirting the Issue every year, but there is always a part of me that loves to get back to our routine. It makes me excited to get sewing again for myself and my family! There are a couple of new things to share in the next couple of weeks (and a few tutorials....)Can I share a quick story for The Art of Homemaking today?In our house, my husband and I leave the broom in different places. I leave it in the pantry behind the door and he always leaves it the ... View the Post
A Ragged Messenger Bag Tutorial
Over the summer I've been working on a few projects that I haven't had a chance to share yet. Like this field journal and messenger bag that I made for Simon. The fabric came from a fat quarter bundle that we received in the mail from Coats and Clark. It is a sneak peak at a brand new line that will be released in the United States next month! The line is designed by Tim Holtz and is called Eclectic Elements. The line has a great turn of the century vibe and it reminds me of adventures, ... View the Post
Strange Things Are Afoot At the Circle K…And It’s Going to Keep Coming…
A long time ago in a galaxy far far away (a year and a half ago in Elizabeth's van on the way home from a pattern drafting course) we has this idea to make T-shirts for ourselves and our kids. And we brainstormed a list of like 150 different shirts that we wanted to make. But we didn't have the tools necessary and time went by. And the idea was put on the shelf. Until recently a few weeks ago when the UPS man delivered these to our doorsteps: Brand new Cricut mini's!!! (I have wanted one of ... View the Post
Skirting the Issue: I Love Beginnings But Am Not So Fond Of Endings
Although Skirting the Issue doesn't end until August 18th at midnight, today is the official last day of our Skirting the Issue posts. And like I said in the title I love beginnings but am not so fond of endings. This year, as last year, I've been so touched by your emails, stories, and the items that you've made to donate. Here are a few of the items that been uploaded to the Skirting the Issue Flickr Group: This darling dress and matching bag from Butterflies and Faeries. These fun ... View the Post
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