Pattern Hacking – Turn a raglan t-shirt pattern into a cowl-necked, zippered “hoody”.
Honestly, raglan sleeves are so much fun. Maybe it's because I sew so many set in sleeves and it's something new, or maybe it's the greater range of motion they…
The Morning Routine for people who hate to be pinned down.
It's 5:30 and the alarm explodes. Or rather the wristwatch alarm that I loathe vibrates alarmingly on my wrist, jerking me from slumber. Hmmm...do you slumber? That sounds so restful,…
When was the last time you learned something new?
...do you remember when? Or took the time to do something for yourself? Took the time to immerse yourself into a new hobby or dove into a book designed to…
Wardrobe Planning Ritual – yes, ritual
I'm here today to share with you my wardrobe planning ritual. Now doesn't that sound fancy! It's not. It's really about getting honest and authentic with yourself. And maybe a…
This is my secret fix when I’m feeling overwhelmed.
I am equal parts tuckered out and feeling the urge to purge! This past weekend my husband and I moved my mother-in-law from the Detroit area to Petoskey, Michigan...closer to…
The Power of New Beginnings and Kindness in Non-Resolutions
I never make New Year's resolutions. Not anymore. Let me be clear, I have forever been an enthusiastic lover of new beginnings - and the new year is the epitome…
Who’s winds are you fluttering in? (part 5)
Part 5 of our story, and in conclusion... (you can read part 1 here, 2 here, 3 here, 4 here) Reading that book, Julie and Julia, was a pivotal moment for…
This could be you, the one with a big smile!
What are you called to do? (part 4)
On to part 4 of our story...(you can read part 1 here & 2 here & 3 here) After that yurt building adventure and my time as a bookstore owner,…
Let’s all get together and build a yurt, shall we? (part 3)
On to part 3 of our story. (You can read parts 1 here & 2 here) While I identify most strongly as a maker with textiles, I'm not only a…
My first dress, made a dozen years ago from a pattern I made from a knit dress that I owned. Made with quilting cotton. If you know fabric, you know that woven fabrics are often not interchangeable with knits. It fit, but just barely. I was elated!
So, you can use quilting cotton in place of knit fabric…right?!?! (part 2)
Not sure the answer to the question in the subject line? It's NO. Just so you know. Now you don't have to learn the hard way. Like I did. Now,…