Colette Patterns- Jasmine Shirt 1018

I am finally finished the Jasmine Shirt 1018.

Colette Patterns Jasmine shirt pattern- part 4

So I am back with Colette 1018 Jasmine Shirt Pattern. Today I tried to put on my collar and since I did not really measure the collar to make sure it was even I ended up with this.

Pattern Adjustments- Colette Patterns Jasmine Shirt

I love this shirt but ladies I feel like the tie makes you look like a freaking girl scout. I am going to attempt to make some adjustments to the pattern and change the look of the tie.

Jasmine Shirt Pattern - part 2

Putting together my top and I wanted to share pictures of my progress

Don't worry... I am wearing pants

Jasmine Shirt Pattern- Fabric Choice

Do you remember this shirt from my post on patterns I want to try:

Hazel Dress Muslin

So I finally got around to trying the Hazel Dress from Colette Patterns. You can see my original post on patterns that I want to try here.

Frosted Martini Glasses

Back with another tutorial that I saw online. Check out Sand & Sisal for the full tutorial.

Aren't they gorgeous? Plus it's super easy and you don't need that much to get it done... Let's get to it.

Quilting Techniques Tutorial

Shadow Boxes Tutorial

Hiya

So I am back with another tutorial from Creme de la Craft. This time it is for Shadow Boxes.

Beginner Patterns to try

I will admit it. I am a beginner clothing sewer and I have been looking for patterns to try. If you follow my blog you will notice that you do not see many clothing tips.

To be quite honest I have never really sewn clothing beyond a skirt so I have been scouring for some patterns I can try.

Here is what I came up with:

Collette Patterns:

For more of her patterns click here.

Sewaholic Patterns

Burda Style

Burda Style- #121

Burda Style #107

Burda Style #123

Now all I need to do is look for some fabrics. LOL!!

DIY Find

There are a lot of great blogs out there with some amazing DIY tutorials. Today I saw these lovely earrings on Crème de la Craft and I just had to share. Can you believe that they are made from bobby pins?

Find of the week: Bookshelf Mini Quilt

Mini Quilt

Look at this amazing quilt. If you are interested on learning how it is done check it out on Don't Call Me Betsy.

Sewing Technique: Working with Pleather

Have you ever looked at a fabric and just fell in love. On your way home to have thoughts of all the projects you can use it for and with a wide grin an open possibilities you eagerly set out on your plans.... Sounds great right but what if you discover that you have never worked in this fabric before?

Sewing Machine

My first Janome

I finally got my new sewing machine. I have been putting it off due to all the things that I have been having to do.... but I now have my new baby... my bad I meant sewing machine (key evil laugh here).

Oh, the bags, the bags I am envisioning making. Hopefully this one does not have a problem with sewing up to 7 layers.

Today bags... Tomorrow the WORLD... mwa ha ha ha ha hahahahahahah *cough* *cough*

Craft Expo & Fashion Show

Honestly, I didn't know that the picture was being taken

Craft Expo
I really enjoyed this expo. It was the first one that I have ever attended and it was a lovely experience.  There were not many attendees but it was intimate because I was able to give my undivided attention to those that wanted to ask questions.

Jackets Techniques and Tutorials

Today I have amassed a few video's on how to do jackets. I was just surfing on youtube and stumbled across some videos that I think would be good for the beginner as well as the intermediate sewer.

Technique: The Tailored Look

Today I want to share with you this video that I stumbled across on tips to help you sew like a pro. Yep, a pro... by helping you put a tailored look into your skirts or maybe your jacket sleeves (hhmm... something worth looking into don't yah think). I love little tips and tricks that help you figure out ways to make your sewing more personal and give it a little bit of added flair.

I hope you enjoy it. I thought that she was very clear and concise in her explanation.

Crochet Rugs and Techniques

Today I am coming at you with something that caught my attention. I occasionally crochet to help co-ordinate with my wardrobe and I was browsing to find new easy and quick crochet ideas when I noticed Craftstylish. While browsing I stumbled on a project on how to crochet a rug.

Happy Valentine's Day

Happy Valentine's Day


On Valentine's Day we think of those
Who make our lives worthwhile,
Those gracious, friendly people who
We think of with a smile.
I am fortunate to know you,
That's why I want to say,
Happy Valentine's Day            

By: Joanna Fuchs

Here's hoping that your day is wonderful and your evening is even better. 

Savvy Quilting Apps

Forgive me for being late on the scene. But my dears, there are some apps available for your iphone and android.  While I am interested in a lot of these apps you can go on iTunes and check them out. There are some sites that have available reviews.

Generation Magazine
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 After reviewing some of them here are some of the one's that I like:

1. Quick & Easy Quilt Block Tool.

Time Management

 "Time management is a myth, a lie, a fairytale and a guilt magnet. There are only 24 hours each day and 7 days each week. Time is constant and unchangeable. The only management going on is within us." (Maria Nerius, Favecrafts.com) Read the rest of the article here.

My find of the day- Pinterest

Image Adventures of Super ma

Oh, my God! Have I just been out of the loop or something? Why didn't anyone let me know about Pinterest.

Logo

So here are my logo options.

This is the original logo that I had commissioned.

Logo 1

Quilt Techniques: Applique

What is an applique?

Quilt Projects for Expo

So I have this book on mini quilts, that is aptly name Whip up Mini Quilts by Kathereen Riketson  and I decided that they may be more appropriate to do considering the time constraints. I am looking at getting maybe 2 from this book done and then maybe a pin wheel quilt. But my goal is to really finish early so I can add some finishing touches to my bags.

"A Litte Birdie Told Me"- by Kellie Wulfsohn (p.97). The finished size for this quilt is 38x 25 1/2 inches

New Year... New Resolutions

Happy New Year!!!

source:styleblazer.com

Here’s to hoping that you and yours have a fabulous year. Hope that your resolutions work out in your favour. I think that the point of making resolutions is to encourage reflection and to be guidelines/ hopes to help improve your quality of life for the New Year.