27 Cozy Autumn Bucket List Ideas for a Slower Season
I looked back through my blog archives recently and was genuinely surprised to see that August is consistently my hardest month for keeping up with blogging. This past August was no exception. It was an emotionally draining month, mental overload…
The Monthly Make: Sewing Ruffle Bags and Book Sleeves
A little late on this post. It was due on Monday, but that’s okay! Life has hit me hard, and even though this post is a blend of past monthly makes (see April’s and July’s), I’m so excited to share…
The Monthly Make: Beginner’s Ruffle Pouch & Keychain
Down to the wire on this blog post for the month. I am not kidding, I have had one of the roughest and busiest weeks. So in total transparency, I finished this pouch exactly 20 minutes ago and then contemplated…
The Monthly Make: Easy Double Gauze 100% Cotton Fabric Shorts
There’s nothing I look forward to more than summer. Now that it’s hit the PNW we are fully in the thick of it. My garden is growing like crazy, my face got a little too much sun, and I am…
Analog Hobbies to Get the Digital Detox You Need
Last year I took an entire year off of Instagram and it was genuinely one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. I probably wouldn’t be engaged if I hadn’t taken that time away. Through that year I discovered something…
The Monthly Make: Upcycling Shorts With Gathered Fabric FAIL
Well, my friends. It’s not very often I admit defeat but in this case, my end result was a bit of a slap in the face. These are absolutely darling on the hanger and laying flat on my bed all…
Beginner Sewing on a Budget: Where to Find Cheap Fabric, Machines and More
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…
The Monthly Make: Sewing Book Sleeves from My Scrap Fabric Stash
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…
My Cozy Sewing Room Setup Featuring a Vintage Kenmore and Intentional Goals
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…
My Intentional Spring Wardrobe Reset
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…