Feb 4, 2019 | Sewing Repair
January has been a month of repairs. The first thing I accomplished was replacing the lining of my husband’s wool coat. This coat was a hand-me-down from our neighbor. The lining was in need of repair, but my motto is if it’s not showing to the public,... 
Jan 25, 2019 | Fashion Sewing
McCall’s M7547 Call them mom jeans, high-waisted jeans, frumpy….I don’t care. I made my first pair of jeans! I have wanted to master my own pants for a long time. My first attempt was an Amazing Fit pattern by Simplicity. Some time ago there was a... 
Nov 5, 2013 | Sewing Repair, Tutorial
I know that I am not the only one to struggle to find the perfect pair of jeans. I read recently that Tommy Hilfiger doesn’t wash his jeans. I can’t imagine not washing my jeans because they are my work-a-day pants. I should probably not dry my jeans, but...