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  • Analog Hobbies to Get the Digital Detox You Need

    May 7, 2026 / No Comments

    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…

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  • The Monthly Make: Upcycling Shorts With Gathered Fabric FAIL

    April 27, 2026 / 1 Comment

    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…

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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 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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  • Extra Cozy And Inclusive: My Holiday Bucket List

    November 20, 2025 / No Comments

    This year feels a bit different from every other year. We’re managing a lot of schedules and trying to work around each other to find one special day to celebrate. Normally, my family meets in Spokane since that’s where my…

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  • My Fall Bucket List 2025

    September 18, 2025 / No Comments

    Autumn is almost here, and with it comes one of my favorite traditions – making a Fall Bucket List! šŸ‚ This year I’ve kept it short and sweet with just 12 things, and I’m so excited to jot them down…

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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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  • Two Week No Social Media Check In

    February 6, 2025 / No Comments

    The past couple of weeks have been a whirlwind, and a social media break felt like the only way to catch my breath. With everything happening in the world, the constant flood of information—some of it questionable—became overwhelming. On top…

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Hello, love bugs! I’m Alli, a travel obsessed PNW nativeĀ with a love for culture, style and earl grey tea. Can’t wait to share my adventures with you!

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