Monthly Archives: September 2011

Fabric Friday: Home is Where the Hearth Is

Posted on September 30, 2011 by Monica

Are you wooed by wool? Few fabrics offer the homespun warmth of this cozy textile, yielding the perfect touch to your holiday decorations. If you’re not already a fan, it’s time to make peace with fleece. Swaddle your home in …

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Instant Style: Halloween Appliqué

Posted on September 29, 2011 by Monica

Sweeten up an ordinary sweatshirt with Halloween appliqué. We love the simple candy corn pattern from one of our earlier collections, The Frost is on the Pumpkin by Sarah Sporrer. So, we plucked it from a pillow project to make …

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Decorate Yourself for the Holidays

Posted on September 27, 2011 by Monica

Tree trimmed? Check. Halls decked? Check. Time to decorate yourself with Christmas cheer! When you swathe yourself in seasonal spirit, your holidays are guaranteed to be even happier.

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Winner of the Prints Charming Fabric Giveaway!

Posted on September 26, 2011 by Cheryl

Congrats to Valerie R., Shellie F., & Charlotte M.! You have each won a yard of fabric from Robert Kaufman’s Metro Market fabric line designed by Ann Kelle.  We can’t wait to see what you create from this yummy line! …

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Fabric Friday: Vintage Notions

Posted on September 23, 2011 by Monica

Timeless. Sophisticated. Inspired. That’s how some have described Amy’s latest fabric line to hit shops. Vintage Notions: The Dressmaking Collection from Red Rooster Fabrics features beautiful illustrations from old sewing books.

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Celebrating National Sewing Month with Amy Barickman

Posted on September 22, 2011 by Cheryl

If you didn’t already know, September is National Sewing Month, and I just couldn’t pass up the opportunity to recognize it. Mary Brooks Picken, entrepreneur and one of America’s premiere authorities on sewing and fashion in the 20th century, has …

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Winner of the Simplicity Bias Tape Maker is….

Posted on September 20, 2011 by Cheryl

The winner of the Simplicity Bias Tape Maker is Mary S. from New Braunfels, TX!  Thanks so much to everyone for your loving comments about the memories inspired by the vintage aprons! Start a new family tradition by making and …

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Fresh Herbs from TheVintageWorkshop.com

Posted on September 20, 2011 by Cheryl

Here is a quick & easy hostess gift you can make with digital imagery from TheVintageWorkshop.com and recycled (or vintage) bottles. Visit their blog for more inspiring ideas, Amy’s free daily images and project instructions. Be sure to stay informed …

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Fabric Friday: Prints Charming

Posted on September 16, 2011 by Monica

Pack your picnic basket with a sweet, summery print by Ann Kelle from Metro Market for Robert Kaufman Fabrics. This fresh and modern collection is ripe for the picking. Vibrantly colored apples and pears pop on a crisp white backdrop. …

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Kick Up Your Craft Space

Posted on September 15, 2011 by Monica

In celebration of National Sewing Month, consider revamping your stitching space. That’s right. September is devoted to threaded needles and thimbles, and what better way to honor your prized pastime than by kicking up your creative domain?

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