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The cover image displaying a suitcase with a superhero festooned tag hanging off the handle.

How I Made Our Quick and Simple Luggage Tag

Over the Christmas holidays we went on a flight and I realized we needed something to make our Costco circa 2022 suitcase stand out from all the other suitcases. This is the quick and extremely simple luggage tag I sewed up to make that happen.

What I Made During the 2022 Sewing Challenge

What I Made During the 2022 Sewing Challenge

Although this year I sewed much less I decided to still continue my trend of posting about it so here's all of my quick fixes, articles of clothing, and the kids' epic Halloween costumes.

An Upgrade on My Girls’ Home Sewn Swimsuits

An Upgrade on My Girls’ Home Sewn Swimsuits

I sewed up some new swimming suits for my girls this summer and in doing so tried out a new way to attach the neckband.

My 2021 Sewing Challenge: Skipped, Rejected, and Came Out Feeling Good

My 2021 Sewing Challenge: Skipped, Rejected, and Came Out Feeling Good

Although I didn't sew as consistently as previous years I did keep track of what I sewed through the 52 Week Sewing Challenge... if you want a recap or just want some ideas based on what I did here's my 2021 sewing overview!

Stitch Upon a Time Brazi: The Best Bra and Dress Pattern

Stitch Upon a Time Brazi: The Best Bra and Dress Pattern

Are you looking for a comfortable knit bra? Or are you looking for a summery dress that you can easily slip on and look great in? Why not both? I love Stitch Upon a Time's Brazi pattern and had to finally share it with you. Check my versions out!

Simple Sewing Trick for Neckbands and Cuffs - It’s All in the Fold!

Simple Sewing Trick for Neckbands and Cuffs - It’s All in the Fold!

Do you have find sewing, pressing, and matching up the raw edges of bands annoying? Why not try this simple trick? It makes sewing neckbands, sleeve cuffs, and waistbands so much more satisfying!

52 Week Sewing Challenge in 2020... All Challenges Accepted!

52 Week Sewing Challenge in 2020... All Challenges Accepted!

Are you looking for ideas on what to sew? How about 52 ideas? I took part in the 52 weeks of sewing challenges on Facebook this year and not only did I sew something each and every week but I kept my submissions on topic! Here's an overview for you.

Quickly Extend Your Fabric to Fit a Pattern Piece

Quickly Extend Your Fabric to Fit a Pattern Piece

Have you ever gone to sew a garment and realized your fabric is too small for the pattern piece? Why not simply extend you fabric with a similar piece of fabric? Here's how I extend my daughters' panels to fit a larger pattern piece.

My Favorite Simple Kids' Knit Sewing Pattern: The Magnolia

My Favorite Simple Kids' Knit Sewing Pattern: The Magnolia

Are you looking for a super simple knit garment to make for your child? The Magnolia top and dress is my absolute favorite simple pattern for my girls and I wanted to share it with you.

Me-Made-May 2020

Me-Made-May 2020

Did you participate in Me-Made-May this year? I assembled all my outfits I've worn this month along with a brief description containing the pattern's website, the fabric source, and any other posts I've made about it.

52 Weeks Of Sewing In 2019

52 Weeks Of Sewing In 2019

After finishing the 52 Week Sewing Challenge last year I decided to follow it again for 2019. It was so much better for me when I allowed myself to reject the challenges and actually sewed something(s) each week this year!

Ragamuffin's Unisex Kaboom Hoodie

Ragamuffin's Unisex Kaboom Hoodie

Are you looking for a great hoodie pattern? Are you looking for a top that you can use as a tshirt, long sleeved shirt, or hoodie once you perfect it to your perfect fit? Why not the Ragamuffin Kaboom? Here's the Halloween and Christmas top I made my kids and the lightweight cozy top I made myself.

Kids' Swimming Suits - Second round with an extra year of experience.

Kids' Swimming Suits - Second round with an extra year of experience.

An update to my swimming suits! This includes everything I learned from the last time. Simpler than I expected!

Firetruck Halloween Costume

Firetruck Halloween Costume

When Ada chose to be a firefighter for Halloween Zoey decided she wanted a firetruck. This was my attempt at making this happen. Tire tread leggings, shirt with a ladder and fire hose for arms, red dress overtop, and red firefighter accessories.

The Strappy Cami

The Strappy Cami

Are you looking for a camisole to either wear alone or under another garment? I love the fit on Rebecca Page's Strappy Cami!

Simplify Sewing Bands Onto Clothing - Sew It Flat!

Simplify Sewing Bands Onto Clothing - Sew It Flat!

Do you have trouble sewing on bands on the round? Why not sew the flat. Here I walk you through a simpler way to sew on your bands before closing that circle.

Using an Adult-Sized Underwear Panel for a Workout Bra

Using an Adult-Sized Underwear Panel for a Workout Bra

Are you looking at creating a knit bra and don't know what fabric to use? I created a workout bra using a small panel of fabric meant for underwear!

Recent Kid Patterns for Me-Made-May 2018

Recent Kid Patterns for Me-Made-May 2018

For Me Made May in 2018 I list my main sews including two kinds of dresses through Stitch Upon A Time and a hooded towel through Ellie And Mac.