Monthly Archives: November 2012

Fabric Friday: Comtemporary Christmas Prints

Posted on November 30, 2012 by Cheryl

Christmas is a time we look to traditions. This season lets strive to experience something a little different in the holidays starting with these modern takes on Christmas fabrics. What do you think? Do you prefer the traditional prints or …

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Technique Tuesday: Re-Purposing Pillows with Menswear

Posted on November 27, 2012 by Cheryl

What’s old can now be new again! “Recycling & Re-purposing” have become the new catch phrases for seamstresses of all ages and a new added benefit for many of our patterns. Thrift and vintage stores and even the back of …

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Instant Style: Use Color to Change the Seasons

Posted on November 20, 2012 by Cheryl

With fall approaching and the holidays just around the corner, I am inspired to make something new for my home. I thought why not use our two new table collection patterns, and create a totally new look just with a …

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Fabric Friday: The Curious Nature of Parson Gray

Posted on November 16, 2012 by Cheryl

So we all know Amy Butler – fabric & pattern designer – but did you know her husband has also designed a line of beautiful fabrics for Westminster Fibers? David Butler, the designer behind studio Art of the Midwest, introduces …

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Fabric Friday: Moody Blues

Posted on November 2, 2012 by Cheryl

One of my favorite colors is blue.  It reminds me of a soft rain and always makes me feel relaxed. Here are some fabric blues to inspire your mood:

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