fabric prep

Sewing Series ~ Sewing 101 ~ Fabric Prep

May 25, 2016
A helpful trick, is to use comic board backing to wrap your fabrics into store them. They run about $7 for 100 of them. And this will help you keep track of your pretty fabrics and can be a nice bit of inspiration when you're sewing!
Handmade Wool Felt tooth fairy pillow

Handmade Wool Felt tooth fairy pillow

May 5, 2016
Making something and seeing the smile in people's eyes when they buy anything I have made, hoping they will enjoy and cherish their purchase. It's all about memories and connections. It's so rewarding to make people smile and happy. That's what I love! Positive, Creative, Energy!
grainline studio's scout tee

Scout Tee – Grainline Studio – Indie Pattern Review

March 7, 2016
Two years ago, I made the Tiny Pocket Tank from another Art Gallery Fabrics voile and loved everything about it! When we decided to start carrying Grainline Studio patterns at Sew Dayton, it was because we wanted patterns that are great staples for your wardrobe and easy, yet fun for the beginner seamster to sew up.
Renfrew Top – Sewaholic – Pattern Review

Renfrew Top – Sewaholic – Pattern Review

February 17, 2016
When it comes to any hiccups or hard parts on this pattern, well there just isn't any. This really is a great beginner pattern and a perfect go to pattern for your tee shirts. I would HIGHLY recommend this pattern to anyone just getting into sewing knits, also as a staple pattern to have.
Sewing Terms~ Sewing 101 ~ Sewing Series

Sewing Terms~ Sewing 101 ~ Sewing Series

February 15, 2016
I always say, no matter how much we already know you can always learn something new. Open a book, website, or blog, take a class that is labeled for beginner, even if you think your skill is higher. I bet you will learn a tip or trick or two; there is something to be said for taking it back to the basics now and then, it's refreshing.