Wait, are you totally confused by what a “button placket” is? Not to mention a “partial” one? Well, let me explain……button plackets are that thicker (reinforced) section of fabric that runs behind your row of buttons/snaps/etc…..generally found on button-up shirts. However, sometimes there’s a partial button placket that only goes part way down your shirt […]
It is always so helpul to get tips and advice before you start a project. How many times do you think, “oh I wish I knew that before I started this.” Well…. here you go. Now you don’t have to worry before you start. Happy sewing!! 1. Sewing Tips: How To Sew a PARTIAL […]
I haven’t done this in a while but it’s time to answer another sewing ‘Frequently Asked Question’. And that is, “how in the world do I make one of those fancy French Seams??” Some of you may already know how to do this, some may have forgotten how (and this is a good refresher), […]
I swear if I just sat and stared at Connor’s little legs long enough, I would actually see them growing longer. I don’t know what I’ve been feeding this kid lately, but I gotta stop. His whole body must be focused on lengthening because holy smokes, he is growing so fast!!!! So today’s post……….was […]
Be sure to check out my latest review and giveaway, the Epione Beauty Brush. This little gadget is a cordless facial/body brush that gently scrubs away makeup and other impurities. It also “massages the skin, reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.” Not bad in my book! . . . . . […]
Remember to check out my review of the Withings scale, that measures Weight, Fat %, and BMI. Yeah, it does it all……and will keep you on track. Also, enter to win a free one for yourself. . . . . . . . Are you ready for another little sewing lesson? I […]
Did you catch my most recent sewing tip for all of you just starting out on your sewing adventure? (or maybe you just need practice or a refresher??) In case you missed it, I posted a few tips to help with your basic sewing stitches, found here. Hopefully that was helpful for some […]
Ooooh, okay, so many more of you told me that you received a new sewing machine for Christmas. Or a serger. Or some new sewing supplies. Yay!! Now, it’s time to practice. Many of you are very new to this crazy sewing thing so let me give you a really quick pep talk. Okay. You […]