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DIY Christmas Stocking Advent Calendar
As much as I love bright and fun colors I have realized that when it comes to Christmas I like to keep it somewhat traditional…maybe because I already have so much stuff that is “traditional”. I will still add in the bright pops of green and blue but I love the basic red and green for Christmas. Although I should say I can’t guarantee it will always be that way.. I do love the colorful Christmas decor. We go all out in our Christmas decorating and even have an ever growing collection of Santa’s that my husband takes great pride in. I like to think I’m collecting nativities but really…
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DIY Monster Costume
When I first became pregnant with my second baby I loved that his birthday would be in the month of October. I immediately thought that his first birthday had to be a monster themed party.. and probably every party after. (my brain and anxiety thinks wayyyyy ahead like that) So last year when it was time to start working on party plans for Brigham’s first birthday party, I already had it alllll planned out in my head. And I am obsessed with how it all turned out. He was the cutest in his handmade monster outfit and the cake and cupcakes were to die for. I loved how i was…
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How to Make a Felt Leaf Garland
With the changing of seasons I always get the itch to make something new and fun. When it started to get a tinnnny bit cooler I knew it was time to come up with a fun fall craft project. I love searching pinterest for inspiration and I found a gorgeous paper leaf garland that I loved the colors of. I decided I could totally do that in a felt and sew them together! And so I headed to Joann for lots of colorful felt! My mom and I both wanted to make a garland so we spent about 30 minutes at the felt section in Joann finding the perfect colors…
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The Top 5 Tools You Need to Start Sewing
Walking into a sewing store can be very overwhelming to a beginner. There are wayyyy too many options and it can be hard to realize what you really need. I am beginning to teach sewing lessons out of my house and I put together a small sewing kit for each student to go home with in the end and use during the lessons. Then I thought, why not share the information and take the stress of choosing what you need out for all beginners. I’m here for you guys! 😉 Here is the shortest video I may have ever made, to share with you my top 5 tools you need…
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How to Make a Pencil Pouch
Learn to sew THREE different pencil pouches/ bags. These bags are wonderful for beginner sewists and perfect for organizing all of the things. Back to School!
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How to Sew a Hair Scrunchie
Hair Scrunchies are a trend that has been sticking around this summer and I'm here to share with you how you can make your own unique and fun hair scrunchies! I've included a free pattern and a video tutorial so it is easy to follow along!
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How to Sew a Jumpsuit – Sewalong Simplicity Pattern 1355
Three days before a workshop I was attending I decided I had to make an outfit to wear. Luckily Joann was having an amazing sale on linen at the time so I JUMPED on this rainbow linen. I have seen quite a few people making things with it and I just loved it but I also knew I wanted to make something a little different compared to what everyone else was doing. Insert the Simplicity Jumpsuit Pattern! It was the perfect summer outfit and perfect for this linen!
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Swimsuit Sewbration Maker Highlight
We are down to the final days of the Swimsuit Sewbration and I have had so much fun sharing all of my tips and seeing so much swimsuit inspiration from everyone! I hope if you make a swimsuit or follow along with my Sewalong you will tag me and #swimsuitsewbration so I can see all the beautiful creations!
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How to Sew a Swimsuit — inserting the bra cups — Swimsuit Sewbration Sewalong Day 6
At this point you should have a fully lined swimsuit that has elastic every where except the front neckline. We left that open so that now you can try the suit on and place the bra cups exactly where you want them. Doing it this late in the swimsuit making process helps to make sure they are correctly placed and won’t end up in some weird position.
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How to Sew a Swimsuit — Adding Elastic — Swimsuit Sewbration Sewalong Day 5
Today in our swimsuit making journey, we are going to walk through the steps of inserting the elastic. This is usually the most tricky step for people but with some practice it does get easier! If you start getting frustrated pull out some scrap fabric and practice a few more times before you do the final project. And even then you can always unpick elastic and reinsert it!
