Over the years, I’ve learned there are a handful of very small, very quiet things that bring life back into a house that has carried a family through a long winter. Late winter is when I start noticing it. Not mess.Not dirt.Not clutter. (but with six of us here, this gets hard not to notice) […]

A House Gets Tired in February — Here’s How I Help Refresh Ours

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kitchen sink

This little vest pattern is perfect for a special occasion or just dress up!  Our kids love dressing up. Whether for play or for church. I have used this pattern in lots of different ways. One year I made everyone adventurer vests for Easter. They love them- even my pre-teen! They will all put on […]

Sewing a Children’s Vest | Simple Vest Tutorial

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making a boys vest

Curtains are almost all straight sewing, making them an easy project for beginners. In this tutorial, you will find what you need in order to make basic curtains in no time. Fabric Choices Choosing your fabric is one of the first steps to sewing your own curtains. There are other things to look for aside […]

How to Make Basic Curtains to Elevate your Home | Learn to Sew #8

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handmade curtains

Seams are a mainstay to most sewing projects. Seams that have straight sewing and even seam allowances are a must for a professional-looking project. Find everything you need to sew a perfect seam here. For this project, you’ll need fabric (I’m using 3×5 pieces of muslin for this – the perfect size for practicing), pins, […]

How to Sew A Seam | Learn to Sew | Lesson #3

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sew a seam

One of the most basic steps in learning how to sew is learning how to thread that darn machine! But I promise once you’ve mastered this, you’ll be ready to tackle just about anything! Drag your machine out onto a good sturdy surface and let’s have a look. Does your machine come with instructions?  It’s […]

Threading a Sewing Machine | How to Sew| Lesson #2

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How to thread a sewing machine

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