I’m happy to announce my first feature in the Winter 2014 edition of Stitch magazine. The issue is now on newsstands. I submitted an iPad carrier called a “Tablet Folio”. It uses fusible batting and Pellon Peltex for extra stability. The design idea came to mind when I was traveling for work and jamming folders into my bag. I’m always thinking of ways… View Post
Happy Monday.. Today, I’m sharing my heart appliqué baby burp cloth tutorial over at Hello Wonderful. This baby burp cloth came to mind when I thought of the instant love that parents feel when their children are born. My mom always said it, but nothing compares to the love we have for our kids.. Ok, so now I get it. This… View Post
The holidays are inching closer and closer.. As a Canadian living in the USA, I love this time of year. From mid November until Christmas there are so many festivities that it makes me giddy. Parties, TV specials, turkey, food, hot chocolate, wine .. Well hello turkey! Timeless Treasures and Pellon loved my Quilted Chicken Bread Basket from last year and asked me to come up… View Post
It’s the season for hanging with friends and family.. Attending parties and events. If you are hosting a gathering, why not greet your guests with a warm hello? I’m happy to be sharing this fun tutorial over at the Momtastic blog today. This fabric banner is perfect for your front door – the oval is made with chalkboard fabric and the rest of… View Post
I can’t believe October is almost over..The year is cruising by at lightning speed! October was a great month for sewing and tutorials – DIY items ranged from handbags to baby and on to home decor. Here are my tutorials for the month. Click on the image or the link to get to the tutorial.. Reversible 1 Hour Tote – This bag is near… View Post
If you’ve been hanging around for awhile you can see that I have a thing for storage bins. Well, I think what I really have is a thing about clutter. I’ve posted a few tutorials on storage bins, and I plan to keep posting until the clutter is gone! Lol. Not going to happen. What really happens is that I get… View Post
Gift giving season is just around the corner. Did you know there are only 64 days until Christmas? Yikes. I love this time of year. The upcoming weeks are about family, friends and giving thanks to all the great stuff we have in our lives. Plus a few pumpkins here and there. I thought I would share what’s in store for me… View Post
Today is my turn on the Riley Blake Designs Flannel Blog Tour. I’m super excited to be sharing my half square triangle baby blanket… The Riley Blake Designs flannel is unbelieveably soft and cuddly. Once I felt it, I knew I and to sew a baby blanket. When my husband gave my finished blanket a feel he said.. “Wow, NICE fabric”. He can be… View Post
I love sewing with clear vinyl. Have you wanted to give vinyl a try, but don’t know where to start? From business products to travel accessories to a children’s activity bag.. I’ve got you covered on 5 easy projects. Click on the image or link and it will take you to the tutorial: Trade Show Badge Holder Colorful Vinyl Pouches Business Card Holder… View Post
