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  • Beginner Sewing on a Budget: Where to Find Cheap Fabric, Machines and More

    April 16, 2026 / No Comments

    This post is pretty near and dear to my heart. I started learning to sew on a very strict budget, primarily because I was young and didn’t have money of my own yet. Once I started babysitting and earning a…

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  • The Monthly Make: Sewing Book Sleeves from My Scrap Fabric Stash

    March 30, 2026 / No Comments

    This post has been a long time coming because I have sewn roughly 10 book sleeves, and each one has been completely different. It’s been a fun experiment and honestly a real challenge to make them all unique. I got…

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  • My Cozy Sewing Room Setup Featuring a Vintage Kenmore and Intentional Goals

    March 26, 2026 / No Comments

    I’m so excited to finally share my sewing machine setup with you! A special thanks to Natalie from Natalie in the Northwest for the idea, because I probably would have never thought of this without her. Sewing truly is one…

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  • My Spring Wishlist for the Garden, Kitchen and a Few Little Luxuries

    March 23, 2026 / No Comments

    My days have been filled to the brim despite losing my job in September. I have kept myself busy between yoga teacher training, revamping the backyard for a spring garden, family time, and blogging. Honestly, my days have been flying…

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  • My Intentional Spring Wardrobe Reset

    March 12, 2026 / No Comments

    This year, I’m approaching spring differently. It’s a new season in a year that’s been interesting, to say the least. A lot of families are feeling the financial burdens in their lives right now. The job market is insane and…

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  • Sewing Review: Double Oven Mitt, No Pattern, From Scratch

    Everything I Want to Make for Spring

    March 6, 2025 / No Comments

    Last year was a bit of a wash when it came to sewing. To be honest, I don’t regret the first five months of the year. Those were spent traveling around the world—from England to Australia! After I came back,…

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  • Review: Brooks Running Greenlight Crops

    April 24, 2017 / No Comments

    There’s an old tale that Seattleites tell transfers when they move to the city. Probably because they’re dying for an excuse to allow their emo introverted personas to be acceptable. The tale normally begins with a question that turns into…

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  • Thriftmas Sweaters & Leathers

    December 23, 2015 / No Comments

    Written from: The Dinning Room table with Lady Grey Tea It’s that time of year where I’ve walked into my closet every morning this week and not had an ounce of inspiration. As a creative mind, I know something is…

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  • Summer Rompers 2015

    July 23, 2015 / No Comments

    Anthropologie: Level 99 Chambray Romper // Nordstrom: Joie ‘Kaylure’ Print Silk Romper // Banana Republic: Printed Faux Wrap Romper // Jcrew: Drapey V-Neck Romper // H&M: Sleeveless Jumpsuit I was so skeptical of the romper when it came back. I…

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  • What I Wore: Banana Republic White Drawstring Soft Dress

    July 18, 2015 / No Comments

    Banana Republic: White Drawstring Soft Dress (Sold out in White but similar here and here) // Franco Santo: Light Brown Leather Wedges // Bangles: Gift from Grandmother (Similar) // Ring: Bellezza (Similar here and here) So many boxes, guys! That’s…

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