Category Archives: Tips & Tricks
Relaunch!
I’m taking a leap and going back to promoting my pattern work once more. It’s been 6 years since I stopped actively talking about my love of my dolls and the patterns I’ve done. During those years I have accomplished many things but had my passion and love of sewing … Continue reading
The new sewing table
OK so originally I was going to build a nice small 12″ wide folded table that would serve as a sewing machine surface… instead my beloved decided to expand the project just a little bit……WOW! For Christmas week we spent time building the basic table so I could sew presents at … Continue reading
Buyer BEWARE!!!
The Sew Essentials Cutting Table you can get at JoAnn’s is a major waste of money. I bought one 3 years ago and the welds gave out on it tonight as I NEEDED it for a project. I bought it because it was at a better height for cutting out … Continue reading
Tracking a Project
There are many ways to track projects. Everything from task lists to online trackers to spreadsheets. I use a combo of various methods based on the project I’m doing and if there’s a deadline to complete it.
For sewing projects I tend to use a hand written list occasionally transcribed … Continue reading
Computerizing your pattern drafting
There are several vector graphics programs out that will work to draft patterns on screen. Adobe Illustrator
Places to find fine fabrics
Miniatures and small scale sewing requires fine fabrics and even a small amount of fabric can get expensive. You can recycle various common items into wonderful doll costumes. A linen handkerchief or napkin come with rolled hems usually done by hand or machine. If you can find one that would … Continue reading
If you write it will they come?
Thank you for your friendship, mentorship and the kick in the pants as needed! Continue reading
Quick & easy tip
Sewing on buttons, hooks & snaps can be tricky and if not done right can look horrible after a while. Threads has a great tutorial resource that gives great tips for beautiful hooks, snaps and buttons! I just had to share it as it applies to all kinds … Continue reading
Tiny Betsy
Tiny Betsy is now one of my favorite dolls to draft and dress. She is small enough to only take a fat quarter of fabric … Continue reading
