Over the summer, I have decided that we need to do one "special" thing a day. Something that is not chores, or homework but just a way to build some memories. We have done some science experiments (like baking soda volcanoes) and some art projects but other days our "special" time has been popping popcorn and eating it on a blanket in the loft while watching a movie. Recently, the kids and I had the opportunity to see the trailer for Disney's Planes, coming to theaters August 9. As a family ... View the Post
Skirting the Issue: Project Highlights
Hey!We just wanted to take a quick minute and spotlight some of the excellent projects that have been popping up in the Skirting the Issue Flickr group: Like these Pillowcases that Jennifer made (along with many many wonderful skirts and other fun pillowcases!!!) ...And this skirt (one of three!) made by paper sticks and string... ...And this skirt (one of several adorable projects) by Sandaniels. Aren't they all wonderful? Anyone would be happy to get any one of these items.(And that is only ... View the Post
Skirting the Issue Week 2: A Pillowcase Tutorial and A Story That I’ve Never Told
Almost 2 years ago I gave birth to my 3rd baby, baby Ruth. Because of complications with my previous deliveries we had a pretty solid birth plan in place. However, things didn't go as planned...something went terribly wrong. The details are long and frustrating. But the core of the story is this. I ended up dying for a few minutes. And while I find that terrifying my husband likes to argue that it was far scarier for him than it was for me...but that is an argument for another time. Because ... View the Post
Skirting the Issue: Places to Donate List
Today we are talking about where to donate your items for Skirting the Issue. Since we added more projects this year we've had emails asking where these items can be donated. So below is a list of our projects and ideas for charities that are in need of the items.This year we really wanted everyone to be able to sew something that was meaningful to them and be able to donate it to a charity that they had a tender place in their heart for.(My tender place, as you all know, is for making skirts ... View the Post
Skirting the Issue: What We Have For You
Hello. I love Skirting the Issue. Not only does it allow me to share something that is important to me with all of you but it reminds me of how much good there is in the world. Reading your emails, watching your projects come in, and knowing the good that is happening fills me up. I love thinking about each you out there sewing along with us in your craft rooms, craft corners, or kitchen tables :) lovingly making something for a perfect stranger. We don't know each other. Most of us will ... View the Post
Skirting the Issue: Skirt Tutorials
Now that you have all the information for Skirting the Issue let's get sewing! As you know this week we are focusing on skirts so to get us started we have put together a round up of some of our favorite skirts from last year... Top Row: Wrap Circle Skirt, Vintagely Modern Skirt, Melon Blocked Skirt Middle Row: All You Need is Love Skirt, The Starboard Skirt, The Hostess Cupcake Skirt Bottom Row: Circle Skirt with Pockets, Bubble Skirt, Pillowcase Skirt And a few more skirts we ... View the Post
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