A sequin skirt made easy!

I’ve been wanting a sequin, pencil skirt that embodied the colors of the holiday season. When I saw this stretch sequin fabric on http://www.moodfabrics.com, I knew it would be perfect! Its description and color are…

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Floating Christmas tree

I’ve seen wreaths that hang over a mirror but hadn’t come across any trees. I decided to make my own by taking an evergreen swag and simply turning it upside down. Here’s what I did.…

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Making a bodycon dress…freestyle

When I look at fabrics, I can turn them into a garment with my eyes. Where most people see a tablecloth or a sheet, I envision the finished product. When I saw this knit fabric,…

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First time making denim jeans!

I have been sewing for almost four decades and have never attempted to make jeans. I’ve worked with denim in many capacities but have never attempted jean style pants. The thought of applying that button…

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Last linen dress for the season…for real this time.

Friday it’s 76 degrees. Saturday will be 50 degrees. That’s Michigan. I’ve heard that phrase my entire life. As much as I’ve complained about the fickle nature of Michigan’s weather, I can’t imagine myself anywhere…

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