Orange is the New Maxi

Dorcas did a fabulous job taking a blouse pattern and tuning it into a lovely summer maxi! Thank you Dorcas for sharing this. Vogue 9109 view…

Lace and a 40th Wedding Anniversary

Tanisha contacted me for suggestions on fabrics for a very special occasion-her parents 40th wedding anniversary!  She wanted a formal dress made for her Mother…

Shell Top and Polka Dots

Thank you Carla for sharing this recent sewing project for your daughter.  The navy and white polka dot is such a smart and versatile look…

Red, White and Blue Knit Maxi Dress

Love it when a plan comes together as lovely as this dress did! Andrea is a professional seamstress and sewing instructor in the Houston area…

I’ve Started My Summer Sewing……

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, having basic patterns at the ready is a must for me.  But I do like variations…

Spring Trend: Culottes

Audrey is wearing one of my favorite trends-culottes!  They are a great summer alternative for shorts.  She paired the grey culottes with a printed linen…

A Demure Coatdress

Cissie’s coatdress will be perfect for many spring seasons to come. And yes, Cissie, I would definitely say demure!  Thanks, Cissie! This linen was a…