Tag Archives: Janome Artisan Trina Gallop

Making dolls and doll clothing on the Janome Skyline S9

One of my daughter’s best friends is moving away soon. My daughter is only three and a half and this is her first best friend. And quite honestly she is handling it way better than her Dad and I are … Continue reading

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We are in this together

These past few weeks feel like a whirlwind. Three weeks ago I was on a one-week family vacation. Now we are home, working remotely, limited in how we interact with the outside world, can’t imagine even traveling right now, and … Continue reading

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Apparel sewing for littles

I love apparel sewing. It’s been something I’ve consciously said I will spend more time on this year (a new year’s resolution, of sorts, I guess). As I have said many times, I love the idea of curating a handmade … Continue reading

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Reusable Paper Towels

I don’t know about you but we use A LOT of paper towels in our house. Probably something to do with babies and bassets! Lately I have been giving a lot of thought to things we only use once and … Continue reading

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Dapper Dog Coats

If you follow me on any of my other social media channels, you know I have dogs. Many of them… and that I often make things for them. Mostly practical stuff. Dog beds. Crate covers. And now dog coats. While … Continue reading

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Quilting with different textures and fabrics

I did a good clean/purge of my sewing studio recently. Marie Kondo style – for real, there were big bags leaving my quilting studio!! It was a little scary but I’m happy I did it. In the process I uncovered … Continue reading

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Wardrobe Building

Just recently, I have started to craft a bit of a personal philosophy when it comes to my work wardrobe. After many years of trying to be creative and create many different outfits from just as many different wardrobe pieces, … Continue reading

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The Denim Quilt Project – Part Two

Last month I shared with you a project that has been on my wish list for quilt some time – a denim quilt made entirely from recycled jeans. This month, I’m excited to share with you my finished quilt top. I’m … Continue reading

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Working with knits

One of the things I love about my Janome Skyline S7 is it is so versatile! I love that I can work on a quilt, move over to hemming a pair of jeans, sew new pillow cases for the bed, … Continue reading

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