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$5 Friday· Riley Blake· sewing

Vintage Aprons for $5 Friday

 Yesterday I was at my mom's house when she showed me a "new" pattern and the apron she made using it...I totally loved it.  So she let me go through her fabric stash and make an apron of my own for Gracie. I picked out a piece of Riley Blake's Bloom and Grow line and got to work (while making my mom listen to me tell her all about one of mine and Elizabeth's recent adventures).  I was literally done with the entire project (but not my story) within 30 minutes.  It was awesome. Unfortunately, I ... View the Post

Thrifted Thursdays

Thrifted Thursday: How I know my Sister loves me…

....because the girl will thrift for me!  She sent this little goodie bag of garage sale goodness to me from two states away!Vintage tulle, yards and yards of vintage bias tape, vintage fabric, mustard yellow pom poms, and the cutest 1950's apron pattern ever.  Now that is sisterly love.  Thanks my dear!~Elizabeth ... View the Post

Dresses· Projects· sewing

Finish what you started week…a recap.

I did finish quite a few things last week.  This little dress had been sitting on the dress form....for weeks.All she needed was buttons and a hem (can you tell they are not my favorite steps?) to be completed.  She was only about a week late as a birthday present for our little neighbor girl, but she was finally given to her rightful owner.  A little 60's sundress made with vintage fabric for the skirt....for me, sewing just does not get any better.Other projects finished--a pair of chambray ... View the Post

Project Run and Play

Project Run and Play—Circle Skirt Remix Round-up

Last week Season 4 of Project Run and Play started and the challenge was to remix Dana's Circle Skirt.  The contestants work proved to be a fun collection that included a variety of styles and fabrics including upcycled fabrics, summer tops, and even some frisky foxes.  It was fun to see all of the unique styles.But....the designers weren't the only ones with creative ideas.  The girls over in the sew along group made such clever clothing that we just wanted to share a few of their looks.  (And ... View the Post

The Art of Homemaking

The Art of Homemaking: Facet No.3—Some are Almosters

The chapter covering Facet No. 3 is a short one entitled "Some are Almosters".What is an almoster?Well Ms. Hoole describes an almoster as:those who..."just don't quite make it...Their intentions are good, and they almost make it.  They spend lots of time and energy, but they don't quite reach their goals, they don't quite get the job done.  Their houses are never quite clean, their ironing is never quite caught up, they are never quite ready, or quite on time. "Sound familiar?It does to me.So ... View the Post