Sarah J. Doyle | September 5, 2009
I love free patterns, but this one is one of the BEST I’ve seen lately!!! A corset sachet from FeelingStitchy — now does this bring back memories of the “good old days” – or 1880′s days (before our time)! It’s getting close to Christmas, and I’ll just bet you could make a few of these [...]
Sarah J. Doyle | July 26, 2009
I LOVE to run across ways to do fancy trims and decorations on garments — especially where the “purchased” ones of similar type cost a bundle of money.At the Enchantresses3 blogspot, there is a super tutorial on how to make a corsage decoration on a regular tee. They say the “real deal” costs $29.95 from J. Crew [...]
Sarah J. Doyle | July 18, 2009
When was the last time you saw, or used, a real oilcloth tablecloth? The kind that your Mom and Grandma used to use. Those things used to clean up like a charm — nothing like the paper kind we get now, or try to use cotton table cloths that get so stained they are beyond [...]
Sarah J. Doyle | July 11, 2009
Many of us do sewing and crafting for a certain cause — house slippers and lap pads for elderly in nursing homes, handmade toys for children’s hospitals, etc.I have run across a great “cause” for your next crafting project — creating handmade butterflies to benefit the Halocaust Museum. The CraftCritique has begun an effort to [...]
Sarah J. Doyle | June 1, 2009
WOW! Did I push a “hot” button here???? How much time is actually “wasted” when we procrastinate? And why do we procrastinate, anyway?For many folks – me included – it’s just hard to get started on certain projects. My focus isn’t just “right” or perhaps there’s the “dread” of starting something that appears to be [...]
Sarah J. Doyle | May 26, 2009
We are still getting emails from individuals who are literally “on the fence” about starting a home business. We totally understand “nervous” and “scared” and “uncertain” about whether to stick your neck out and “just do it” — we’ve been in the same boat before.With that said, we want to say, without a doubt, that NOW [...]
Sarah J. Doyle | March 15, 2009
I love pin cushions, and there are so many tutorials on making various styles and types that it was hard to pick just a few to pass along to you.This “pin cushion caddy” takes first place in my book! You can easily place sewing items inside the caddy and have all your pins / needles [...]
S. Denise Hoyle | March 3, 2009
Crafting is a $31 billion industry in the United States, and National Craft Month is designed to celebrate and draw attention to craft activities. Retailers across the country join in and provide promotions, sales, classes and demonstrations for their customers.Celebrate National Craft Month yourself by trying out a new craft technique, creating something special for [...]
Sarah J. Doyle | February 23, 2009
If you’re new to the SewingBusiness blog, and have joined us to figure out a way to make some extra money with your sewing abilities, you’ve come to the right place!Many people “talk” about wanting to make some money from all the things they love to make (and what other people love to receive as [...]
Sarah J. Doyle | February 9, 2009
I’m sure most everyone has something special that they make, or do, that gets compliments from all who see them. You might make the prettiest, one-of-a-kind baby quilts, or because of the shortcuts you use while sewing, you can make clothing garments faster than anybody else!I can see the smiles already — you’re thinking about [...]
