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Skirting the Issue

Skirting the Issue: Little Dresses for Africa

  Two years ago we were able to be involved in a project of sewing some pillowcase dresses for Little Dresses for Africa as part of a charity sew at our baby lock Common Events and it was such a good experience. We got to hear from the founder a woman who has now devoted her life to making and donating dresses for little girls all over the world who need a little love. It is such a great project. So for our last week of skirting the Issue this year, we thought we would include ... View the Post

Skirting the Issue

Skirting the Issue Week #3–Blankets for Project Linus

Today begins week #3 for Skirting the Issue and this week we are focusing on making blankets and quilts for Project Linus. We have donated fleece blankets and other types of handmade blankets to this organization for several years and I love the story behind all of the volunteer "blanketeers" that are helping so many children who need a little extra love and security in their lives. Over the years we have put together many simple blanket tutorials to use to make some blankets or quilts that I ... View the Post

Quilt· Quilts· Riley Blake

The Make-It-Over-The-Weekend Quilt Pattern

Several years ago we shared a "how-to" tutorial of sorts that we called the "Make-it-Over-The-Weekend" Quilt...and it became one of our most asked about tutorials. For years now we have been asked to make that tutorial into a full pattern with measurements, layouts, fabric requirements, etc...and finally we have done that! Today we are releasing it as our newest $3.95 PDF Quilt Pattern. ... View the Post

Skirting the Issue

Skirting the Issue Week #2–Pillowcases

We are on week #2 of Skirting the Issue and this week we are focusing on sewing pillowcases for Children's hospitals and foster care closets! If you are new around here and are wondering what Skirting the Issue is you can go read more about it HERE.  This week in our sewing for charity month we are focusing on sending new handmade pillowcases to children in need. We absolutely love the idea of sending a new bright fun pillowcase to kids who need some extra love. Whether it be a local ... View the Post