Category Archives: sewing & fabric arts

i love feeling fabric between my fingers and dreaming about what it can become…

sort of answering your questions: burlap

from daffodils to burlap? i know, how dull, but hang in there! there are so many creative ideas out there using burlap and reclaimed natural fibres like jute, hemp, flax and linen. the other day, i mentioned that i got … Continue reading

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buttons

i was looking through some old projects and i noticed a trend: i tend to use buttons as embellishments. for example, i put some on tara’s pillows… and most recently, on these knit leg warmers… they were absolutely superfluous in nature. not … Continue reading

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lil’ retro tunic dress

i made this dress using new look pattern #6621 in a girls’ size 8. i just searched for the pattern online, and they have since reassigned it to a ladies’ blouse, so i don’t have the link to share. the … Continue reading

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embroidery hoop + lace = halloween decor?

yep. a quick and satisfying project you can try out this weekend. i got the idea from ann martin’s blog when she was sharing betz white’s hallowe’en hoop project. such a neat looking craft, and i had all the materials … Continue reading

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marimekko fabric: what would you make?

mr.madeItSo was lucky enough to have a chance to visit sweden recently. i’ve hinted pretty heavily that if you travel anywhere and want to buy me something, you can’t go wrong with fibre (yarn or fabric) from that area. before … Continue reading

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