Just like that, another year has come and gone. I can’t say the past year was fabulous. It was full…
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It’s Time to Book a Cruise Honey
In an effort to subtly tell my husband we should go on a cruise, I will sew resort wear that…
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Linen Skirt Look
Can you believe I didn’t have a single simple gathered skirt pattern in my stash? I mean, I know you…
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Made for Mermaids Dionne Pattern Hack: Tie Sleeve
What’s a girl to do when she loves a pattern but already has several in her closet? Change it up…
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DIY Shorts: Made for Mermaids Lucy Shorts
Recently I was able to test the newly updated Lucy shorts by Made for Mermaids. I created both the girl’s…
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Alexandria Swimsuit Pattern Hack: How to add wrap around ties
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About 18 years ago I decided to teach myself how to sew. Long before blogs and resources available today which meant it was often disastrous. But I never gave up because I loved it so much. Today I love helping others get started on their own sewing journey. You can read more about my family and I