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I have been obsessing over what clothing to pack for our trip to Dublin, Edinburgh, and London. The challenge is that we will experience varying types of weather and levels of formality. I hate overpacking and really didn't want to take things I'd end up not wearing, but also wanted to have mix-and-match options that […]

A few years back I made these little fabric box caddies and thought they were worth re-visiting. With Mother's Day coming up, it is a fun and easy project you could whip up fast and fill with little goodies sure to please the recipient.  I found the tutorial here, and ended up making a number […]

No, I didn't cut myself. I pride myself on how careful I am when using my rotary cutter. Knock on wood, I've never had an accident.  However recently, I've been experiencing some twinges in my right arm that extended to my chest. I was concerned enough to consult my doctor because this was definitely a […]

So, I have what, four or five unfinished projects in the works? That sounds about right. So absolutely, what I should do is start a new project. Seriously? Yes. Which is what I did over the weekend.  I have been in the mood for sewing with some bright spring-like cheerful fabrics. I was watching Corey […]

Do you clean your steam iron regularly? Ever? A reader asked me recently if I could post some tips on how I clean my iron. All I can tell you is that I never clean my iron, which undoubtedly is why they only last me about two years. After doing a bit of research, it […]

Do you ever wish you had a great basic cookbook that was full of wonderful meal ideas, but also teaches basic techniques? I may have just the thing for you. How to Cook Without a Book by Pam Anderson is a cookbook I have had for over 20 years and it has never steered me […]

I think these little bags are addicting. I spent the morning yesterday making another one.  I had a mini charm pack of "Graze", a collection Sweetwater came out with in 2022. I bought some fabric from an Etsy seller and she included the mini charm pack in my order. The fabrics are kind of country […]

In preparation for starting the Mercantile sew-along, I watched Lori Holt's YouTube video on making the first block and what fabrics and other supplies she recommended for the project. One thing that she relies heavily upon are small design boards that are sold on Fat Quarter Shop. They retail for $17.98 each. Lori was using […]

A lot of sewing is happening in my rainy corner of the world. Archie just doesn't understand why I don't want to venture out for our usual morning walks. He's been so disappointed. I've been happy to stay in where it is dry and cozy. As I write this, it is kind of raining/kind of […]

January 2024 was a great reading month for me. I am sharing 12 books, most of which I can recommend. This is a list of the books in the order of my preference starting with my favorites. Chenneville by Paulette Jiles. Civil War Union soldier John Chenneville suffers a traumatic head injury from which it […]