Happy New Year’s Eve everyone! I typically cringe at New Year goals… however, this year I decided to make some. Some for each month & some for the entire year. Small life changing, but obtainable goals! 🙂 I am a true believer that growth happens on a person’s own time, however, it all starts with…
Christmas Cheer
Merry Christmas! Happy Holidays! I hope everyone had an amazing time with their family, even though things feel so different. I really enjoyed spending time with my family, although I missed my grandparents so much. This year, I started some new traditions for the holidays, & I think we all really loved it. Buuuuut, back…
Charleston, South Carolina
This may be one of my favorite trips that I have ever taken with my honey. I genuinely enjoyed every single minute of it. The weather was gorgeous, the food was amazing, and even in the midst of Covid is was nothing less than perfect. On the first day we got in, the humidity literally…
Indie Pattern Highlight: Chalk & Notch
Awhile ago, I decided I would take the time to shed some light on some awesome indie patterns & how to sew on a budget. Today, however, I am taking the time to talk about a company that goes by the name, Chalk & Notch. When I first saw the patterns they offered, I was…
How to Create a Tuck
When I say the best of all worlds just know I am definitely referring to this fabric. When I saw this fabric over at moodfabrics.com, I knew I had to have it. It is the perfect fabric for a fall dress, blouse, or skirt! The fabric print has panels or strips of animal print in…
A Dozen of Roses
This dress was made for a client, however, I have stated before in other blogs about a photographer that takes amazing pictures, well guys…… drum roll…… this is her! She asked for a dress that was inspired by Giambattista Valli, but of course, was made differently- & with some changes. Starting off on this dress…
The Unconventional Challenge
In late 2019, a challenge was started by Lynn Brannelly & another woman from Sewing Bloggers; the challenge was to create a garment from scratch using unconventional materials. It definitely felt like a Project Runway moment! Every week we had to post an update on what had changed from the previous week & give updates….
The Leopard Print Trend
Animal print was in more than ever this year! While it seems to never fade, it was very relevant this year. Leopard, cheetah, and zebra was among the most popular few. You can see this print in coats, tops, pants, shoes, scarves, handbags, etc. The prints were everywhere! Typically, I’m not too big on animal…
Cotton Candy Dreams
First and foremost before I get fully into the blog, I want to congratulate my sweet spicy baby Celena & her husband Sim! Congratulations guys, I’m beyond happy for you. Now, we’re almost getting to the blog part, however, I have to give a disclaimer… My boo is very particular & she does not play….
DIY Under-bust Corset Tutorial
Hi all! I have great news…….. drum roll please……… I am spending the last few months of the year over at Mood Sewing Network! I am so elated to be a part of this experience. If you aren’t aware Mood Fabrics is fabric store located in New York & LA, however, they have an amazing…
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