Thoughts on Life – Summer Reunion at the Beach

Thoughts on Life – Summer Reunion at the Beach

Every year. The same place. The same activities. The same people.And I love it. Our family has been going to Cedar Point for as long as I can remember.  It started with my parents and the only year we missed was when my dad died.  (Which seemed so...
Custom Sewing – Bassinet Set

Custom Sewing – Bassinet Set

My friend Sarah asked me to sew a bassinet set.  She is expecting her sixth child and this bassinet needed updating.  The quilted liner was a tad small so she wanted that increased a bit.She selected the fabrics and sent them to me, along with the old set to...
“Vintage” Pattern Giveaway!

“Vintage” Pattern Giveaway!

Set 1 – Young GirlA friend of mine is simplifying her life and brought a bunch of patterns over.  I selected the patterns I thought Annie and I could use and I want to pass the rest on to someone who can use them!  They are all in great shape –...
Monday Inspiration – Beth from Wilde Designs

Monday Inspiration – Beth from Wilde Designs

I meet all kinds of wild and crazy people on the internet. (Didn’t our mothers warn us about this???) One of those “wild” folks is Beth from Wilde Designs.  She is a creative force and I thoroughly enjoyed getting to know her better through this...
Sewing Pillowcase Dresses for the Dominican Republic

Sewing Pillowcase Dresses for the Dominican Republic

I was asked recently to participate in a project making dresses for girls in the Dominican Republic.  It is a project sponsored by the Diocese of Cleveland.  This PDF outlines some basic information on the project.  You can also read about the...