Tag: sewing

Best Christmas Gifts Ideas For Sewists

Posted on December 17, 2021 by Cassandra

Over the past week I've had a few of my student's parents ask me for Christmas gift ideas for their new sewists. First, let me say that it makes my heart so happy that my students are loving sewing so...Read More

How To Scrappy Christmas Ornaments

Posted on December 8, 2021December 17, 2021 by Cassandra

I don't know about you, but I am somewhat of a fabric hoarder. I'm almost embarrassed to admit to you that I save everything! Well, almost everything. It's hard for me to throw away pieces of fabric because I always...Read More

Sew Your Own Trick-or-Treat Bag!

Posted on October 20, 2021November 7, 2023 by Cassandra

Trick-or-Treat! Making these adorable candy bags sure was a treat for my students! Cheesy pun, I know. Ha Ha. But in all seriousness, these cute trick-or-treat bags were a huge hit in my sewing classes! In fact, I had to...Read More

Easy Peasy Drawstring Backpack

Posted on June 1, 2020September 13, 2021 by Cassandra

Happy Monday! How is everyone doing? Hope this blog posts finds you well...and sewing! :) Today I am sharing a tutorial with you about how to sew a drawstring backpack. I found this pattern from another sewing blogger and I've...Read More

10 Minute Masks

Posted on March 23, 2020September 11, 2021 by Cassandra

Happy Monday! I hope you all are staying sane during this quarantine. I'm feeling a lot better now than I was at the beginning of last week. I'm enjoying time with my kiddos (except for when they're fighting) and I've...Read More

Best Fabric Shops in LA Fashion District

Posted on March 11, 2020 by Cassandra

A few weeks ago my daughter came to town (from Arizona) for a last minute weekend getaway. Her husband was out of town for a few days and she needed some adult interaction; it's nice having her just a 5...Read More

$10 Clearance Gown Refashion

Posted on February 18, 2020 by Cassandra

Every year, my non-profit puts on a beautiful gala, called "The Memory Masquerade". It's a beautiful event, raising awareness and money for families affected by dementia while honoring all of those we love who are either living with or lost...Read More

How To Sew A Soup Bowl Cozy

Posted on February 14, 2020February 12, 2024 by Cassandra

Today I am sharing a super easy, super cute sewing project with you all. I needed a beginner's project for one of my classes and we've already done hot pads. I've seen this idea floating around and I picked up...Read More

Bias Tape-Making Hack

Posted on January 23, 2020 by Cassandra

Hi there! It's been a few minutes since my last post. What can I say...the holidays get so crazy for me! We always have family in town visiting (this time we had visitors for 2 weeks straight) and everything around...Read More

Homest Sewing Storage and Organization

Posted on December 6, 2019 by Cassandra

*Dislcaimer: This post contains affiliate links I always love sharing good things when I find them! I recently discovered a company called Homest who makes craft accessories: sewing machine covers and craft storage and organization. They have a lot of...Read More