Author Archives: G

About G

sahm to 9yr old girl and 5.5yr old boy, sewing enthusiast living in the greater Portland Oregon area

AND THE WINNER IS…

Posted on December 18, 2010 by G

By random.org: (because I’m a dork and can’t figure out how to add the widget right now, you just have to trust me!) comment # 62 Tracy who said, “never have a budget- I have great self control- always shop … Continue reading →

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GIVEAWAY DAY IS FINALLY HERE

Posted on December 12, 2010 by G

I’m so excited to participate in Sew Mama Sew’s famous giveaway day. I’ve wanted to join in the fun for the past two years but didn’t get it together. Now the timing is just right and I’m happy to offer … Continue reading →

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Merry Stitches Ornaments

Posted on December 8, 2010 by G

Head over to Sew Mama Sew with your kids to learn how to make easy ornaments with just a few scraps and some basic embroidery supplies.

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Puffing and Chuffing Along

Posted on December 7, 2010 by G

I’m bringing things to two Holiday craft bazaars this year and I have had lots of fun sewing, sewing, sewing. Unfortunately, when Mommy is busy sewing, Mommy is not busy cleaning! The result being a family of grumps having to … Continue reading →

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Day #3

Posted on September 22, 2010 by G

For day 3 the Kids’ Clothes Challenge week I made yet another Tee for Two by Figgy’s kids. For this one my daughter requested a snug fitting tee with flared sleeves. Rather than go all out with the “bell bottom” … Continue reading →

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Kids’ Clothes Challenge week!

Posted on September 21, 2010 by G

My husband’s response when I told him I was participating in the kids’ clothes challenge was, “the real challenge would be to sew less than an hour every day for a week.” HA! So not happening. So, for day #1: … Continue reading →

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Tokyo Subway Quilt-along

Posted on September 18, 2010 by G

Sponsored by Elizabeth from Oh Fransson. I’ve done one measly block! It’s been fun, but tough to collect the fabrics. Despite owning three very large scrap bins, I don’t have that much that fits the monochromatic style this quilt requires. … Continue reading →

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Summer Sewing

Posted on August 10, 2010 by G

There’s been some sewing this summer! Really! Actually there’s been quite a bit, just not any inspiration to document. I’m currently working on a wedding gift, a quilt inspired by City Lights in the book City Quilts, by Cherry House … Continue reading →

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Tee for Two

Posted on May 22, 2010 by G

Testing a new Tee by Patterns by Figgys. It’s a raglan sleeved t- shirt in multiple sizes and with versions for both boys and girls, long sleeved or short. I suppose you could even make a quarter length sleeve too. … Continue reading →

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