As National Sewing Month draws to a close, I hope you've used your skills to help teach someone to sew, perhaps helped a community group like Project Linus or the Girl Scouts, and that you've enriched … [Read more...] about Cool Jewelry, Cloth Dolls & Fabric Wrapping
Sewing and Crafting Book Reviews
Sweatshirt Surprises
Who doesn't love the comfort of sweats--they're soft, they always fit no matter what, and they're warm? Sweats can be dressed up with the right accessories, or simply left as-is for at-home … [Read more...] about Sweatshirt Surprises
Sewing and Crafting for Kids
With National Sewing Month in full swing, one of the commitments we all make is to try to teach someone to sew, especially young people. If you're a mom or grandmother, that's probably an easy task … [Read more...] about Sewing and Crafting for Kids
Sewing Reference Books
I'm often asked about sewing reference books--there are many on the market and chances are you'd like to keep a few handy for those times when you need a little refreshing of some infrequently used … [Read more...] about Sewing Reference Books
Quilting Book Notes
Is quilting sewing? This topic is sometimes debated by diehards on both sides of the issue, but I certainly think so, and some new quilting books have just come across my desk worthy of … [Read more...] about Quilting Book Notes
Bags, Totes and Carryalls
I don't know about you, but I LOVE making bags...they don't require any alterations or fitting, and I'm always pleased with how professional the results are. Recently, I received three new books about … [Read more...] about Bags, Totes and Carryalls
Summer Reading – Quilting, Fabric Art and Sewing Green
I'm always excited when I get new books to review, and generally I stop what I'm doing at the time to take a peek inside, then go back later for more serious reading. Of course, one of the first … [Read more...] about Summer Reading – Quilting, Fabric Art and Sewing Green
New Sewing Books
I'm lucky to be on the list for new releases from several publishers, and in turn to be able to share some fun books with you. One of the things I've noticed lately is the trend toward creating things … [Read more...] about New Sewing Books
Teaching Someone to Sew?
Often as experienced sewers we either volunteer or are asked to help teach someone to sew. When you've been sewing for many, many years it's easy to forget the very basic things that a newbie needs to … [Read more...] about Teaching Someone to Sew?
Felting Fabulously
If you haven't tried felting yet, there are three recently released books sure to tempt you to get on with the woolly ways. C&T's new book, A Touch of Felt, by Lynne Ferris has 22 projects to get … [Read more...] about Felting Fabulously
Thinking Outside the Box
Sometimes we get into a rut with our sewing habits--we like to make certain projects and certain styles, and the thought of something new can bring shivers. As you read this, I'm in Hong Kong with … [Read more...] about Thinking Outside the Box
Quilts for Office Decorating
No matter where you work, chances are you have the opportunity to at least decorate your personal space. I work from home and my office space spills directly into the sewing room, so it's essentially … [Read more...] about Quilts for Office Decorating