Author Archives: Jill

Free Stuff Friday Winner & a Guest Blogger Coming Up

Posted on April 29, 2013 by Jill

I’ve got to share some of these comments about family road trips.  But, first thanks to Tracy for sharing these posts with friends, the comments really are first rate. Cherie didn’t take summer car trips but winter ones! Roberta traveled … Continue reading →

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Winner from Nancy Zieman’s Sew Knits with Confidence Blog Tour!

Posted on April 26, 2013 by Jill

Wow!  Thank you all for the wonderful comments.  As a self-taught seamstress I’m still hesitant to say “I made this”  but you’ve given me a big dose of confidence.  Thank You! Plus, I love the ideas coming in for the … Continue reading →

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Free Stuff Friday!

Posted on April 26, 2013 by Jill

Good morning everyone! For Free Stuff Friday we are giving away the Hidden Treasure Pillows pattern from Sweet Seams. This adorable pattern turns ordinary pillow covers in to multi-taskers.  This pattern can turn a pillow into a treasure holder as … Continue reading →

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Nancy Zieman’s Sew Knits With Confidence Blog Tour & Giveaway!

Posted on April 23, 2013 by Jill

I love sewing with knits so when asked if I wanted to do Nancy Zieman’s Sew Knits with Confidence Blog Tour I jumped at the chance. My biggest concern was the bust/bodice area.  Nothing is quite as unattractive as wearing … Continue reading →

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Free Stuff Friday Winner!

Posted on April 22, 2013 by Jill

                            Hope everyone had a great weekend and were able to squeeze some sewing in.  The question we posed was who taught you how to sew.  Many … Continue reading →

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Free Stuff Friday Giveaway

Posted on April 19, 2013 by Jill

Any plans for the weekend?  I’m going to be finishing up my dress from Nancy Zieman’s Sew Knits with Confidence pattern collection.  Be sure to come back on April 23rd to see how it all turned out.  Make a comment … Continue reading →

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Nancy Zieman’s Sew Knits With Confidence Blog Tour – Update

Posted on April 17, 2013 by Jill

Hey Everyone! Here is the pattern I picked for Nancy Zieman’s Sew Knits with Confidence Blog Tour.  But I haven’t picked which version.  Be sure to check back on April 23rd and tell me what you think of the ‘final … Continue reading →

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Nancy Zieman’s Sew Knits With Confidence Blog Tour

Posted on April 16, 2013 by Jill

Hello, I’m excited to announce that Sew News is a part of the Nancy Zieman’s Sew Knits with Confidence Blog Tour!  Many talented bloggers are a part of her tour, which starts today!  Check out what Nancy is doing here. … Continue reading →

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Free Stuff Friday – Winner

Posted on April 15, 2013 by Jill

Good afternoon, Can’t forget to announce the latest winner of Free Stuff Friday!  On Friday we asked what type of quilting do you like to do.  Everyone has a favorite but so many of you love to experiment.  It’s hard … Continue reading →

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National Serger Month – Do I need a serger?

Posted on April 15, 2013 by Jill

Yes, you need a serger!  When I bought my serger over 10 years ago I absolutely fell in love with it and really wonder how I ever did without it. If you are a prolific seamstress or sewist a serger … Continue reading →

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