Pinterest Challenge #2 : An Easy One
You can read here and here about my misadventures in a self-imposed Pinterest Challenge from months past over at my Kitsch Designs blog. Yep, I decided to go for it again. I know, I know. You are thinking, what is her problem? Does she enjoy making herself insane with too much to do? Adding more projects to … Read more
Pregnancy Fashion : The Ugly Side
Thanks to some really sweet friends that are no longer interested in producing little humans I have acquired several cute maternity items recently. During my first pregnancy I never gave in to any true maternity wear simply because I was able to make do with belly bands. You know, those tight bands of Lycra that … Read more
Making More PJ’s and Kiddie Pants Too!
This week I decided to take advantage of Joann’s Coupon Commotion sale and stock up on some more PJ fabric. I wanted another flannel set, but at $6.99 per yard and more cutsie patterns than plain to choose from, I had been putting it off. Now that the flannel is $1.99 per yard I decided that pink … Read more
Time Out For Consigning!
I’m doing it again this spring! I have decided to consign some clothes with The Clothesline. I didn’t make a killing last fall, but I made back what I put into it plus what I spent when I shopped the sale that week. So, I figured breaking even and adding to my wardrobe is worth it. … Read more
The List – 2012
Back in January I made a list of sewing, craft and art accomplishments I would like to make this year. I thought it might be nice to recap where I am in that process….especially since I feel like I have not done anything lately! 1. Pajamas Check! 2. Drawstring pants for my Little Guy – I … Read more
Sewing And Crafts : Valentine’s Day Cards
Today I shared our plans for my Little Guy’s preschool classmate Valentine’s Day cards over at Kitsch Designs. During my search for ideas I came across several neat versions of sewn Valentine’s Day cards too. It got me to thinking that I might need to put together something for family, not just the classmates, with all the great … Read more
I Will Just Be Blunt!
In case you have been wondering about the inconsistent posting here and over at Kitsch Designs lately, I will just put it out there. This…. ….equals an amazing energy sucking, exhaustion inducing, fall-on-my-face-after-chasing-a-two-year-old excuse to sleep rather than blog. I promise I am doing my best to get back on track folks. Erika
Fun Fabric Friday : Valentine’s Day Love And Hate
I know this is a bit early, but I was searching and found some cool prints to share. These all ended up coming from Spoonflower, my new favorite place to go for cool prints. I really do need to try my hand at making something over there soon. For now, here are some hip Valentine’s … Read more
Shop Updates Over At Kitsch Designs
I thought it only fitting to let you all know about some additions to my Kitsch Designs Etsy shop that fall into the world of sewing and crafts. I recently opened a new store on Etsy called, KD Vintage. This new shop is home to all my vintage treats, leaving room in my original store for handmade items. … Read more
Fun Fabric Friday : Full Swing Textiles
One of my all time favorite online fabric stores has to be Full Swing Textiles. And, of course the section that grabs me the most is the Barkcloth reproduction section titled, 1950′s Retro. Here is a sampling to make your mouth water…. Cabin Plaid This one makes me wish I could redo our family cottage in … Read more
