Tag Archives: Diary

Second Crazy-Quilted Throw Pillow

Posted on June 13, 2015 by

Follow along as I design, construct, and embellish my second crazy-quilted pillow! New Diary: Second Crazy-Quilted Throw Pillow Enjoy!

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1915 Undergarments (In Miniature)

Posted on January 30, 2015 by

Every year, Your Wardrobe Unlock’d holds a costume competition. Costumers from around the world send in photos of the historical costumes they’ve made, and readers vote for their favorites. The winner gets a decent prize, along with public recognition of their skills. I’ve entered … Continue reading →

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Lord of the Rings Makeover

Posted on December 31, 2014 by

 I found something amazing at a California thrift store. . . . But it needed a little work to make it shine. A short diary about my makeover of Arwen’s coronation gown, from The Lord of the Rings: The Return … Continue reading →

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Crazy-Quilted Sewing Machine Cover

Posted on October 29, 2014 by

I needed a new cover for my new sewing machine. This time, I decided to make something special, using my newly acquired crazy-quilting skills. Follow along in this short diary as I make a custom-fitted cover and embellish it with … Continue reading →

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Sewing Machine Cover

Posted on February 25, 2014 by

Every sewing machine needs a cover, right? I bought an “easy” pattern to make a cover, but it ended up being anything but simple. This sewing diary follows my struggle to make a sewing machine cover. Sewing Diary: Sewing Machine Cover … Continue reading →

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Kindle Cover

Posted on January 18, 2014 by

I couldn’t find a new case for my Kindle Fire HD, so I decided to sew a custom slipcover to fit over the old case. My idea worked better than I’d hoped! Follow along in this diary as I design … Continue reading →

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New Wrist Pincushion

Posted on December 20, 2013 by

You may have read my tutorial for a quick and easy wrist pincushion. This one is even better! It features a rectangular pincushion and a wrist strap that fastens with Velcro. Follow along as I sew this pincushion, or make … Continue reading →

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Gene’s Empire Ballgown

Posted on November 14, 2013 by

Follow along as I create an empire-waisted ballgown for Gene Marshall, a 15.5″ fashion doll. The original design includes a matching petticoat and shawl. Gene’s Empire Ballgown: A Sewing Diary Enjoy!

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