NYNU: Notions - THREAD, and a Free Poncho Tutorial

NYNU: Notions - THREAD, and a Free Poncho Tutorial

Hey Hey..... today I am going to talk to you about THREAD and how it is the best notion in your arsenal.  You don't have to have fancy machines to do amazing things with thread, but if you DO have fancy machinery and aren't using it.... dust it off and let it show you all the beauty it contains!

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Gifts worth getting dressed for: Toddler & Doll clothes

Gifts worth getting dressed for: Toddler & Doll clothes

Welcome back to more gifts ideas!!!!

Today Kim is sharing some adorable outfits for her daughter Mila along with some adorable clothes and accessories for her new rabbit doll - ohhhhh the cuteness, I have time to make a rabbit and clothes before Christmas, right!?!??!?!?!

Read through for all the adorableness - because the cutest thing just might be the last!

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Dressing up in the Bateau Garden Dress

Dressing up in the Bateau Garden Dress

The holidays are quickly approaching, and that means that every mama of a little girl is looking for the perfect pretty dress to wear.  Well, look no further than the Bateau Garden Dress from Winter Wear Designs.  The pattern fits size 1-14, has two different back options: a classic scoop or a fun strappy back,  two different skirts: a box pleat circle skirt or a double box pleat rectangular skirt and includes an optional petticoat.  Our girls have dressed up the Bateau, taking it out of the garden and making it the showstopper for the holiday events coming up in your life.  Check out the beautiful creativity from Serena, Denita, and Rebekah.

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Sock Hop - Having fun with the Trailblazing Socks from The Wolf and The Tree

Sock Hop - Having fun with the Trailblazing Socks from The Wolf and The Tree

Who else has sock goblins in their house - you know, the ones that come around while the washing machine or dryer cycles are running and steal socks right and left leaving you with a whole miss matched pile of doom.  Out of probably 100 socks I think I can find one to two matches on any given day.  Well sock goblins, your reigh of terror is DONE at my house.  I now have an awesome sock pattern to make my own, and you can get them too.  Grab your Trailblazing Sock pattern from The Wolf and The Tree and start making your own goblin resistant socks!

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Halloween is for our Little Rascals

Halloween is for our Little Rascals

Have you been enjoying all the inspiration this week for Halloween????  We sure hope so!!!!  Today we have the supremely talented Cassie of Lily Shine Boutique here to share her take on Darla from the Little Rascals and Rapunzel - anyone else want to steal her kids, costumes, and photo locations????  Just me - hmmm, ok..... well enjoy the amazing inspiration!!!!

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Halloween: Princess on Parade 2015 ... and Batman

Halloween: Princess on Parade 2015 ... and Batman

Check out everything you need for Disney Character inspired costumes in one post!!!!

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Halloween: Super Hero!!!

Halloween: Super Hero!!!

I have to admit that this is one of my favorite costumes I have ever made - SuperBex to the rescue.  My son decided pretty last minute last year what he wanted to be, but he also designed the costume himself and is still wearing it a year later!!!!!  As a mom, I love the fact that we can take our children's whims and fancies and bring them to life.

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Sewing for the Hemispheres: Trying New Things and Making it Work

Sewing for the Hemispheres: Trying New Things and Making it Work

We've got more awesome sewing for you today with tips of how to stay the right temperature as the temperatures around you fluctuate.

We've got Rachel and Lisa sharing their awesome creations and tips!!!!

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Sewing for the Hemispheres: Comfort and Style

Sewing for the Hemispheres: Comfort and Style

This means that it is time for Sewing for the Hemispheres!!!!  We'll be showing off looks that will transition you into the next season for BOTH the North and the South.  We'll have pattern suggestions, fabric inspiration, and some tips for making these outfits work for your body!!!

Grab your coffee (or tea) and sit down with us for a great week ahead!!!  Both Lisa and Trisha are sharing great outfits today that will change your 'mom' wardrobe forever!!!

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Make it Mine: Horsing around with the Coquette by Winter Wear Designs

Make it Mine: Horsing around with the Coquette by Winter Wear Designs

If you haven't seen yet, Whimsical Fabric is having an awesome sew along called Make It Mine.   The idea is simple, you use specific lines of fabric and show off what YOU can do with them.  This time the fabrics are all from Art Gallery, and include Anna Elise, Curiosities, and Happy Home.   Each of these fabrics lines have fun designs, great colors, and a  bit of whimsy.  

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