Good used clothing can pose a dilemma. What is it worth? How hard should you try to pass it on to someone “who can use it?” I purpose that if used clothing is given to you, think of it as fabric. Either it is fabric that has already been fit and fashioned for you, or […]
How to Make a Scalloped Edge Oval Table Cloth
I had a large scrap of decorator fabric that fit over my small oval table. I put it on the table upside down, centering it for maximum coverage and a few inches to hang on all sides. I made sure it was pressed enough to work with. (click on any photo to enlarge) A piece […]
How to Make an Indestructible Reusable Sewing Pattern
Once in a while, there is a pattern that you use SO much that you need it to be both indestructible and easy to use. That was the case for me with my poncho pattern. The original pattern had held up well enough, with the help of some tape here and there, but then […]
Helpless Female Shops at the Fabric Store in Milan
The cardboards signs were understandably in Italian. They were hanging unceremoniously from the ends of rolls of fabric, one from each section in the compact, two-story fabric store in down town Milan. Yes, I mean the Milan in Italy, but I had only had about 10 days notice about the trip and that isn’t enough […]
Helpless Female Sews Chin Strap Ribbon Ties on Hat While Boating on the Snake River
When Wild Greg, a.k.a my husband, drives his jet boat, you had better hold onto your hat. However, this can make your arms tired. You must also be prepared that even when the boat is gently floating on the Snake River, while Wild Greg is fishing, the wind can pick up unexpectedly. Thus, you either […]