I usually wait until it's actually Halloween to post costume pictures, but seeing as I actually have internet access tonight, I suppos...

Sewing Halloween costumes is always great fun, and this year was no exception. The only change is that this year they're both old enough...

I'm still on Housework Hiatus. I finally gave in a bought Little Girls, Big Style by Mary Abreu . I've been eying it for some time n...

I have hardly sewed a thing this summer. Honestly, we've just been too busy, between camping and school and gardening and other summer a...

I love antiques. I don't love them for their monetary value, but for their historical value, the idea of where they've been and who ...

"...Nellie asked, 'Don't you wish you had a fur cape, Laura? But your Pa couldn't buy you one. Your Pa's not a store ke...

Back in March, hubby went on a goose hunt and came home with six geese. If you'll remember, I kept some of the goose feathers with the ...

Here's wishing everyone a safe, fun, and happy Halloween! == Details on the costume making- Cora's is Simplicity 2571. Four pieces, ...

It's been a long, stressful week. I decided it was time for some late night sewing therapy. I found this vintage tablecloth at a yard sa...

Each year, I make something special for a few close friends for Christmas. This year, it was aprons. Because I'm kind of obsessed with a...