30+ DIY Halloween Costumes ~ Tutorials, Templates, Patterns

In many parts of the world, Halloween is a time honoured celebration. Not so in Australia where I live. It's only in recent years that Halloween has started to be celebrated. It hasn't been adopted by everyone, but it is becoming more popular, especially with young families.

Showcasing ~ Men's Denim Jeans Messenger Bag ~ Tutorial

Denim is a sturdy fabric, and as such, it is the perfect fabric for a man's bag. Grab a pair of old jeans and upcycle them into a unique messenger bag. Worn fabric will just add to the look!

8ply Striped Knitted Beanie & Old Photos

I had the photos put into this blog post not long before Mum went into hospital - just the text to add which I'll do quickly now. Mum's still in hospital, so time is very limited.

Spring Garden ~ and an Update

After a stressful week away, it's good to be back home and walk around the garden.

My Favourite Reusable Fabric Grocery Bags ~ in Action

Two years ago I made a few fabric grocery bags in a new design. In shape, they resemble the old plastic bags that used to be given out at the checkout. But unlike those single use plastic bags, these ones are strong and sturdy.

Showcasing ~ Embroidered Hooded Baby Towel ~ Tutorial

Practical gifts are the way to go when welcoming a newborn into the world - something that looks great, but that you know will be used over and over and over.

Showcasing ~ Lined Tote Bag with Tablet Pocket ~ Tutorial

Leather handles attached with rivets really take bag making up a notch or two. Read on to find out how it's done.

Quilters Meet & Greet

I do not consider myself a quilter - even though I've made a few quilts. I've been sewing for many years, but it's only in recent years that I've added quilting to my repertoire. So I was pleasantly surprised when Benita invited me to the 2019 Online Quilters Meet and Greet, with a Great Grand Prize - link to enter at end of post.  It's a great opportunity to meet real quilters, and also a good time for me to look at the progress I've made on my quilting journey.

Letting Go of Stuff ~ in My Sewing Room

The more I declutter and get rid of unused things in my sewing room, the easier it gets to let go of even more items that I'll never in a million years get around to using.