Hi this is Jenifer here with you today to share my project from The Magic Pattern Book. I printed out several of the patterns to make but ended up making the Freddie hat for now. The book has pictures and easy to follow directions. I used a fine wale embroidered corduroy that I have had […] Read more…
Embroidery hoops are popping up everywhere – fun stitched hoops add color and fun to your walls, and are simple to make. Plus, embroidery is a great portable project for waiting in the carpool line, at the doctor’s office, or just to work on in the evenings in front of the TV. I thought it […] Read more…
Hi! It’s Amanda from Jedi Craft Girl and I’m so excited to be sharing my experience with Amy Barickman’s fabulous book, The Magic Pattern. This book is great for sewists of all skill level. Amy takes 6 basic patterns and shows how a few simple changes can bring about huge results. I am a […] Read more…
Hi gang! Jen Chesnick here from SayChez.com with a new sewing project featuring Amy Barickman’s The Magic Pattern Book. I wanted to talk today about the importance of using interfacing in your projects. I used the Cecelia Dress. The premise of the book is to take 6 base patterns and change them up to […] Read more…
I didn’t quite know what to hang on my front doors this Valentine’s Day season. Do any of you have the problem of having 2 front doors? It’s always a dilemna, do I hang just one item on the door we use, leaving the other one bare? Do I hang two of the same thing? […] Read more…
Valentine’s Day is just a few days ahead and what is sweeter than some new pillows to jazz up your couches! I’ve been making new pillow covers for the holidays as I like to change things up as I quickly get very bored with the same decor. So a pillow cover is ideal […] Read more…