They were the driers of tears, refuge for the shy, and vessels for the freshest fruit and veggie in the neighbourhood. The humble, every-day apron was the mainstay of most kitchens. Often worn, often washed, and rarely regaled, the apron has been the protector of clothing for centuries. Aprons have been worn since ancient times. […]
Nancy has been a crafter since she could hold a pair of scissors. Sewing and needlework became a passion in elementary school. She is a journalist by profession and when as- signments take her from her home office, she also takes the time to cruise around thrift stores and find new treasures to re-purpose. She […]
When my daughter started kindergarten I enjoyed volunteering in the classroom. It was so much fun working with the students. One day the teach- er pointed out a special chair she had chosen to call the “Star of The Day” chair. She explained that each day a student would get a turn to sit in […]
The perfect towel for lounging on the beach. This bag unfolds to reveal a built-in towel that is easily attached to any beach lounging chair. The pattern also includes handy storage bags, and has lovely applique shells. Read more in our Issue 51. Download the PDF pattern now. Designed by Margaret Sweete Sewing Specialist SVP […]
Where will your travels take you? My all-time favourite travel destination is France, Paris in particular. I love the entire vibe of this spot and of course you need your classiest accessories for travel in France. To carry off that Parisian style, choose a beautiful print and coordinating solid, to stitch up a garment bag, […]
Aloha! Working with the new Banyan Batiks Baralla collection took me back to an evening of candlelight dining on the beach. Create your own Hawaiian ‘Dream Dinner’ with these fun triangular placemats that use up less space in the center of the table yet give you a place for everything. Read more in our Issue […]
This is probably my favorite ‘recycle’ project! While visiting with our youngest daughter, Katie, and our nine-monthold granddaughter, Reem Audrey, Katie lamented that she couldn’t find a pair of long mittens, which would stay up the sleeves of her jacket, and that Reem couldn’t pull off. At the time, she happened to be sorting out […]
My 10-year-old grandson plays for the Stouffville Clippers hockey team. He asked if I could make a cushion out of his old jersey. He had very specific requests about what should stay intact on the cushion. For example, he wanted his team logo and Canadian flag on the front of the cushion and his name […]
I wanted a bag with a firm bottom for carrying my current knitting project. I had some beautiful leftover upholstery fabric from a project that involved recovering a chair. When I spotted a brown suede jacket in a thrift store, I knew it would provide not only style to my bag but the firmness I […]
Ever wonder what to do with that rayon dress that no longer fits or mom’s special blouse? A recycled Chenille Shawl is the answer! Combining eight different rayon blouses or dresses with a new piece of rayon this shawl will wrap you with warmth and love. Chenille fabric is usually done one sided but for […]