Tag Archives: Diary

3D Floral Pillow Diary

Posted on May 13, 2017 by

Have you seen those designer pillows with three-dimensional flowers on them? Aren’t they just gorgeous?! Follow along in this sewing diary as I make one for myself. 3D Floral Pillow: A Sewing Diary Enjoy!

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Il Muto Ballet Costume

Posted on February 25, 2017 by

Several years ago, I embarked on a journey to create doll-sized replicas of all the major costumes from Andrew Lloyd Webber’s The Phantom of the Opera. This is the sewing diary for one I just completed: the mint-green and pink … Continue reading →

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A Year of Sewing: 2016

Posted on January 4, 2017 by

Last year, I made a list of every project I’d completed during the course of the year. Since it feels like I never finish anything, I found it encouraging to see all the things I’d sewn. So, this year I’ve … Continue reading →

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Faux-Suede Handbag Diary

Posted on October 31, 2016 by

When I found a gorgeous faux-suede in olive green, with copper foil accents, I knew I had to make something beautiful from it. I decided on a hobo bag! Faux-Suede Handbag Diary Enjoy!

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Steampunk Bra Challenge

Posted on October 15, 2016 by

When my local sewing guild challenged each member to decorate a bra, I decided to go with a steampunk theme. The result was quite fun! Sewing Diary: Steampunk Bra Challenge Enjoy!

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DIY Pressing Cabinet

Posted on August 18, 2016 by

Along with a sewing table and cutting table, every sewing room needs a pressing station. It might be as simple as an ironing board . . . or as deluxe as a pressing cabinet, like the one I just made … Continue reading →

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Hello Kitty Kindle Cover

Posted on February 2, 2016 by

A couple years ago, I made a slipcover for my Kindle Fire’s case. Not long after, a friend asked me to make one for her Kindle, too. This is the diary of that experience. (Yes, I know, I’m getting behind in posting … Continue reading →

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Tote Bag Sewing Diary

Posted on January 17, 2016 by

I recently made a small tote bag that was both fun and easy. I didn’t follow the pattern exactly, but altered a few key details (such as finishing the raw seam allowances). Follow my creative process in this sewing diary. Tote … Continue reading →

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A Year of Sewing: 2015

Posted on January 1, 2016 by

In the past year, I accomplished more than I thought I would! Here’s a brief rundown of all the sewing projects I completed in 2015. A Year of Sewing: 2015 Enjoy!

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Ruffled Animal-Print Pillow

Posted on July 22, 2015 by

When I found a purple animal-print lace, I knew my sister would love it. So I made her a pillow! This new diary follows the designing and construction of this pillow. Ruffled Animal-Print Pillow: A Diary Enjoy!

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