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(via Christmas Tree Turtlenecks)

I was a true child of the 70s and my Mom, always hip, dressed me like one, even when she couldn’t afford to buy me brand new clothes...

(via Thanksgiving Sewing Projects)

Thanksgiving sewing projects will set the tone for the rest of the year. These projects are sure to be a hit with everyone who visits during the festive seasons at the end of the year.

(via Authentic Japanese Boro, Boro Mending and Boro-Inspired Patchwork)

I have recently been fascinated with the historic Japanese textiles known as boro.

(via Cleaning Your Sewing Machine)

Anytime I start to get skipped stitches or a sluggish machine I think back and ask myself when the last time was I cleaned it; it was usually too long ago...

(via Should Your Child Learn to Sew on a Machine or by Hand?)

She’s come a long way from the girl who played with a toy phone in the kitchen floor, and now, she’s exploring more advanced hobbies...

(via Sewing Projects to Prep for Winter)

Now is the time when I and my neighbors begin to prepare for the near-hibernation that will get us through the winter. Much of this involves prepping our homes to retain the heat. There are several sewing projects that help with this task – and make it more fun!

(via What I Do At Work: Part XX)

As a TV and film tailor, I’m often the one who has a particular garment last, right before it goes off to set for an actor to wear. Which means, if someone didn’t schedule a fitting early enough or if…

(via Fabric Inspiration Autumn)

SewingMachinesPlus.com is now offering fabric! Get started on your autumn/holiday sewing with tons of great patterns to choose from.

(via Traditional vs. Modern Quilts - What’s the Difference?)

Do you understand the differences between traditional and modern quilts? Let’s look and see just what sets these different styles apart...

(via It's National Sewing Month!)

National Sewing Month is here - so to all creators - let's celebrate.

(via A Sewing Vacation)

I’ve seen knitting cruises in the past and though I’m looking to get away from people right now, if a sewing cruise existed, I might be tempted.

(via French Alterations and a Wee Rant)

“Fitting styles and fitting room etiquette?” you might ask, “I didn’t know that was a thing.” Well, when it comes to TV and film fitting rooms, it is definitely a thing.

(via DIY pillowcase for Sea to Summit Aeros Ultralight Pillow)

This past weekend my family went on an overnight backpacking trip near our home in the Eastern Sierra. When you are carrying all of your gear on your back you want your items to be as light as possible so I picked up this inflatable Sea To Summit Aeros Ultralight Pillow.

If you have seen the news lately, you know that plenty of people in Texas & Florida need some help. This hurricane season has been epically rough. We write this week about some ideas on how to get involved & do something for somebody having a difficult 2017.

(via Confetti Quilt-Art for Your Walls)

The overall idea is out of my comfort zone right now, but it’s still something that seems like a great enough idea to share with those reading this blog post...

(via The Price of Fashion)

High end fashion is not cheap. If you want the name brands, be prepared to pay for them, and in some cases empty your account. Is it worth it? We explore that question in this week's post.

This weekend my family is going backpacking. It’s the first time all four of us, my husband, myself, and our two daughters, ages 7 and 4, will go on an overnight backpacking trip together. My husband, Eric, compiled a detailed list of the things I’d need to bring (he is taking care of the girls’ packs. Rad guy, right?).