I’ve put aside my knitting for a bit so that I can sew. I fell in love with this knit fabric from Moda (Oliver + S: City Weekend) and have been holding onto it for a bit. It’s so pretty, very delicate and feminine — perfect for Gwyneth. I made a simple A-line dress (pattern […] Read more…
The Queen’s Guard
| For Kids
Sometimes I feel like I have a strong connection to the British Isles. Although my ethnicity is primarily German and French, I do have some British in me. Perhaps I feel more of a connection to Great Britain because my great-grandfather was born there and lived there for 21 years of his life. (Before you […] Read more…
Knitting in Progress
I’ve been busy knitting lately. I think I’ve been bitten by the knitting bug. Every so often I get the urge to knit again (especially with all the knitting going on over at luvinthemommyhood right now). However, I’m a slow knitter. Perhaps it’s due to the fact that I don’t knit that much, but honestly […] Read more…
Wonky Star Block and buttons
| Quilts
I whipped up this wonky star block for a block exchange. I’ve never made one before — it was easy and quick (gotta love wonky). I may have to make some more for me! Read more…
Easy-Peasy Skirts
I have a lot of mom friends who don’t sew. I’m always surprised at their fear of sewing. So this tutorial is for all those mom’s who need a little help with an easy project — or for the seasoned sewer looking to use up some fabric from your stash! This simple skirt tutorial will […] Read more…