by Virginia | Jul 9, 2015 | patterns, sewing, Travel
Today is the second version of the my new sewing pattern- the Day Off Backpack! It will go for sale on Monday, July 13th. YAY! (pattern now avialble! You can purchase here).I like the idea of having options for a pattern- being able to use the same basic...
by Virginia | Jul 6, 2015 | birthday, color inspiration, gift, Pretty Birds Book
My oldest turned 11 last month. Such a big girl going to middle school! I made this flamingo for her room. Last year I made her a more grown up quilt for her bed and she told me recently that none of the old pillows I made her match anymore. In other words-...
by Virginia | Oct 6, 2014 | girls clothing, sewing clothes for the girls
Well, it feels like the leaves are turning early here and although I love how beautiful the trees look and how crisp the air feels, I will be the first to admit that I will be sad to see the warm weather go! Did you hear me being all positive about summer and not...
by Virginia | Feb 18, 2011 | sewing, tutorial
The winters in Western PA are long and dreary. I know many of you probably roll your eyes and think "HA! where I live it is much worse!" but for me, a Georgia born girl, after years of living here, I still am not used to these grey and...
by Virginia | Jan 9, 2011 | quilt, sewing
Over the last few days, I have tried to make a real quilt. OK, it is a crib quilt, but I did actually quilt it and piece it evenly and attempted to bind it. I know people devote entire blogs and websites just to quilting and now I can see why....