I have no idea what motivated me, but I got all excited the other day and made a set of DIY hair scrunchies from scrap fabric and I just couldn’t be happier! They’re so easy and fun. Plus, they make perfect easy sew gifts. If you think there’s a little … Read More
I love giving gifts year-round but especially at Christmas time. Giving gifts is definitely my love language to show people that I love them, especially with a handmade gift. It might be why I find random reasons to give my friends and family gifts. While store-bought gifts are great, I … Read More
I am always looking for a new reason to sew and my kids ended up inspiring this one. My kids were having some downtime and during it, they usually read. Most times they like to lay down with a pillow and a good book on the floor or in their … Read More
As you begin to learn to sew there are many different types of stitches you will want to learn. There are the basics with the thread a needle but then there are some that are a little tricky like the ladder stitch. Early on I wanted clean lines on my … Read More
When we downsized, we REALLY downsized, which has been a blessing. But, then I started cooking more and, frankly, I needed more potholders than I had originally thought. Two just aren’t enough with a bigger family. Towels are great, but those have a specific use, too, and too often they’re … Read More
If you are like me you love a nice tea to sip on just about any time of the day. As I was having my cup of tea the other day it dawned on me that I could make my own reusable tea bags. This would allow me to first … Read More
As a family, we are always looking for ways to reduce waste. The greatest way to reduce waste and work towards zero waste living is to stop using one-time use things like disposable makeup remover pads. Due to this, my latest project was to create DIY reusable makeup remover pads … Read More
I was using my dish sponge, you know those blueish ones you can buy at the store, to clean up after dinner and realized there has to be a better way as it always gets smelly after so many uses. My husband said why don’t you make a sponge that … Read More
I am always looking for new ways to reduce waste especially plastic and paper waste with my family. The reusable shopping bags are great but then I noticed a lady using homemade produce bags and I was like I bet I can make those. I wanted to enable others to … Read More
I love how easy it was to learn how to sew a headband with t-shirt scraps. Such a simple project, and a great way to repurpose an old t-shirt. One of the best things about trying to live zero-waste is finding creative ways to make new things from old. I … Read More
Simplify your trip to the beach or pool with an easy beach towel cover up. There is always so much to carry between your towel, cooler, snacks, sunscreen, and the list goes one. Turn your beach towel into a cover up so you can wear it instead of carrying it. … Read More
These easy sewing projects are fantastic for beginners and experienced folks too. This list is full of ways to sew something useful and cute in a hurry. From useful home projects to just plain fun to sew. I made several of these easy sewing projects to get to know my … Read More