First up on the fall sewing list was to finish a fall swing coat that I actually started last year. I sewed up the jacket and the lining at the end of last summer, but then when I tried them on to fit the length realized that they were both WAYYYY too big and put them away to try again this year. The fit is still a little big for this year, but hopefully that means that she will get this year and next year Spring and Fall out of it, so that's good news. ... View the Post
The Art of Homemaking: The Twenty Minute Plan
Things around here have been busy lately...well...that may be a fantastic understatement...but for today I will leave it at busy. Very busy. And while I feel like I am in over my head and drowning I can guarantee I am not the only one struggling... I have been frustrated because in my dream world aside from being independently wealthy and stunningly beautiful I would also have a maid. Or at least have a schedule that would be conducive to a consistent weekly cleaning and errand running ... View the Post
Using Vintage Patterns for Tweens
I am excited to show you this week (and next) some great fall pieces for my tween.This post was originally part of Sew cool for the Tween Scene talking about some of sewist's favorite patterns for tweens. Here is what I said about sewing for older girls.... I know that the series is all about a favorite Tween Sewing Pattern---but I just can't pick one--so I am going to talk about how I approach sewing for my tween ;) One of the first things you need to know about me is my love for ... View the Post
Orange, flannel and polka dots….
Today we are taking part in Riley Blake Designs Flannel tour...and it is absolutely perfect timing. The youngest was in desperate need of some new lounge-wear because his old ones were half-way up the calves (more like capris!) and only 3/4 sleeves. But he would still insist on putting them on every night. I even tried to hide the last too-small pair at the top of his closet and he still found them. But how could I blame him.....I love soft flannel lounging wear too...especially because the ... View the Post
Halloween Costume-opalooza!
Every year liZ and I decide that we want to do some simple Halloween costumes for kids that anyone can do. But it seems every year that time gets away from us, so we set a goal to get started early and really get some costume ideas out there. Some we have just recently thought of...and others we have been mulling over for quite some time now. And we are excited to show you over the next couple of weeks exactly what we have been working on! The first one is a dress done four ways. The ... View the Post
How To Ask Your Kids “So How Was School Today?” Without Asking Them “How Was School Today?” (The Printable Versions)
A few weeks ago I typed up and posted some questions that I was asking my 4th and 1st graders after school....it was something that was on my mind and I decided to share it....I thought maybe someone else might want to try a few of them to...I didn't realize it would get such a large response... ...I guess we all want to find ways to keep lines of communication with our children open... I know the questions aren't perfect. I realize that you need to gauge when the right time to talk to your ... View the Post
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