Tag: sewing

January 31, 2020

Comfort Caps Sewing it Forward

Comfort Caps.  The term comfort caps sends a shiver through me.  I’ve been there, walked the walk, I talk the talk.  Surgeries, chemo, hair loss, radiation, then a few years later it reared it’s ugly head again and another part was removed.  2008 and 2015.  All in the past.   During part of that journey, I was a business owner. ...

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December 15, 2019

Epic 2, my First Impression

I’m going to begin this post “Epic 2, my First Impression” with a disclaimer. It’s long. I have loved Husqvarna/Viking machines for ever.  My mom sewed on one when I was a youngster and I recall her satisfaction with it as a fond memory.  Maybe that’s one of the reasons I love to sew.  Anyway. My business life began selling...

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November 29, 2019

Galaxie3 Travel Accessories by Jalie

Yipee, a New Jalie Pattern! Named Galaxie3, Travel Accessories, it was just what I needed! And I didn’t realize that until I saw the pre-release photos!  Here’s Jalie’s description from their website: Make your own travel essentials with the Galaxie3 pattern. Practical pieces to keep everything organized. SUPERNOVA TOTES A smart and stylish packable multi-purpose carryall with plenty of pockets!...

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October 14, 2019

Waist Purse with Pockets

Waist Purse with Pockets Necessity is the mother of invention, and I decided I needed a Waist Purse with Pockets.  I’ll be teaching at the CreativFestival soon, and didn’t want to deal with a “real purse”.  Clipping something around my waist to hold my papers, phone, wallet and lipstick made sense, so here’s what I came up with: Finished size...

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October 10, 2019

Jalie Rachel #3997 a new Sewing Pattern

Jalie Rachel, I saw it, I wanted it, I made it, I love it.  In the midst of my class preparations for the Fall CreativFestival, Jalie announced the up-coming release of a new pattern.   Like I said, I saw it, I love it, so I said “sure, I have time to make a sample”. I had just completed my...

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May 21, 2019

Alice & Charlotte by Jalie

Introducing Alice and Charlotte by Jalie Two more new sewing patterns, Alice & Charlotte by Jalie Alice #3904 Sewing pattern for an easy-to-wear, feminine top, semi-fitted at bust and hips, with more ease around the waist. V neck finished with facing, cap sleeve and optional keyhole back (required for kids sizes, optional in adult sizes). The diagonal seaming allows you...

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May 19, 2019

Tania Coatigan Sewing Pattern 3906 from Jalie

Tania Coatigan Sewing pattern for an open-front, relaxed-fit unlined blazer that can be worn as a cardigan the Tania Coatigan. Pockets in the diagonal seaming, special notched collar that lays flat against the neck. Very versatile, it can be made in a wool blend, a structured knit (ponte) or linen. You can size up or down, depending on the look...

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May 17, 2019

Jalie Simone & Nicole are 2 New Sewing Patterns

After much anticipation, the new collection of sewing patterns has been launched and this post is my take on the Jalie Simone & Nicole. To order your patterns, click here to visit the Jalie website. Added January 2020, click here to order your Simone pattern through Amazon.ca   As a Jalie Creative Ambassador, I received these patterns at no charge...

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May 3, 2019

Survey Results about Classes Planned

Survey Results about Classes Planned Around your Input Survey Results from your Input It’s a long, long post! 52 people participated!  I think that’s exciting!  I had a great time reading the responses, and although not everyone left me with their name, most of you did.  I appreciate that.  And it seems everyone who responded has and uses a sewing...

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April 27, 2019

Classes and Workshops Survey

Teaching Classes and Workshops are “My Thing” UPDATED AT 2:18 Friday May 3rd, Survey is closed, thank you for participating. Most of you, my readers, know that I love to teach.  Lessons, classes and workshops were the back-bone of my success as a knitting machine and sewing machine retailer. New opportunities for teaching have presented themselves and I’d like your...

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