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Memories and Fabric Make Cherished Holiday Gifts.

Classes, GeneralBy JoLeneNovember 9, 20101 Comment

Children will have a great time while making gifts for family and friends.

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Autumn brings new kids sewing classes and an Open House

GeneralBy JoLeneAugust 31, 2010

I love Summer with its warm sunny days filled with swimming, gardening, long walks, trips to the beach, sleeping in, Fairs to attend, and so much more. But, all good things must come to an end, and then better things follow… the FALL. I love Fall even more than Summer, with its bright Autumn colors…

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The Cat, the Bug Bomb, and the Broken Leg – The Fall of a Sewing Teacher.

GeneralBy JoLeneJuly 12, 2010

Once upon a time… well, that is how many stories start out, but this one starts out a little differently… Our cat is a house cat in the winter and an outdoors cat in the summer. This summer she has fleas, which she brought inside the house and shared. If you have ever had a…

Simple Alterations Breathe New Life Into Old Dresses

GeneralBy JoLeneJune 9, 2010

I have a granddaughter named Sariah. She would rather wear dresses or skirts (preferably skirts) than pants or shorts. Sariah outgrew all of her skirts, but she kept wearing them even though they were too small. It seemed that no matter where we hid them she would find them. So, finally my daughter headed to…

First-hand experience altering second-hand garment yields a fit.

GeneralBy JoLeneJune 1, 2010

My daughter is quite the second-hand shopper. She and I can go down the same store isle yet she will come out with several great things, and I come out empty handed. I have discovered that when you go on one of these second-hand shopping trips do so with something in mind and you will…

Fond memories and handmade items are true treasures

GeneralBy JoLeneMay 25, 2010

I must miss the Idaho home of my youth, as this is the second time recently I have shared memories from my childhood there. Hope you don’t mind my strolls down memory lane. When I was young I remember that church bazaars were a big thing. All the churches had them. It is one way…

16 Hands + 4 Sewing Machines + 2 Hours = A Baby Quilt Stitched with Love

GeneralBy JoLeneMay 18, 2010

Recently I had eight teenage girls from the youth group of the church I attend over to my house. They were there because they wanted to make a baby quilt for an expecting and slightly older friend. Although most of them had never sewn before they were up to the challenge. I gave them pointers…

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A stroll down memory lane for sewing inspiration…

GeneralBy JoLeneMay 11, 2010

I recall the joy I discovered as a child in going to the Twin Falls County Fair. Growing up in southern Idaho this fair was a highlight at the of the summer season. It was always held on the first the week of September. It was a popular event and a big attraction – so…

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Part 5 (of 5 part series) – Making your project look store bought

GeneralBy JoLeneFebruary 3, 2010

Part 5 – Finishing touches  The last thing and the most important part of your whole project are the finishing touches.   Top stitching (if your pattern calls for it). Choose your thread wisely, take your time and sew straight as you can. Added trim. Adding trim puts a little pizzazz to your project. Buttons. Pick…

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Part 4 (of 5 part series) – Making your project look store bought

GeneralBy JoLeneJanuary 27, 2010

There are many small things that you can do in the process of sewing that will make your finished project look sharp and professional. I will share more over time – here are three of the more important tips and hints to get you started: Trimming threads – Take just a second after sewing each…

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