Double Pocket Lined Zipper Bag {EASY}

by Whitney // July 12, 2017 // Comments off

In the past I have shared my Five Minute Zipper Bag tutorial which is the EASIEST way ever to sew a zipper bag! After many, many requests I made a lined version of the bag. This week I wanted to... Continue reading →

The Willow Dress – How to

by Whitney // July 5, 2017 // Comments off

This week I had planned on making a cute Wonder Woman inspired skirt for Peyton using blue star fabric for the bottom and red for the waist with some yellow trim accents. But I felt like it would end... Continue reading →

New Mexico Haul and Travel Log

by Whitney // June 30, 2017 // Comments off

Last month we took our first family vacation, just us and the kids without any extended family. We set out in a rental car with no plans other than exploring and having fun! We had a great time and have... Continue reading →

Wonky 9 Patch How to and BONUS Tips for Better Quilt Blocks

by Whitney // June 28, 2017 // Comments off

Last week I finished a scrappy quilt project I started 3.5 years ago! How awesome is it to finish WIPs from your stash?!? Successfully finishing one quilt top made me want to start a new one, so I decided to... Continue reading →

Sewing Denim, Broken Serger, and More Sewing Space

by Whitney // June 21, 2017 // Comments off

A Sew Your Stash update is sooo long overdue! It seems like we’ve been busy or sick every single day since my last update, but I still have a lot to talk about! If you’re new and don’t know what... Continue reading →

Cast Iron Skillet Handle Cover

by Whitney // June 14, 2017 // Comments off

My mother-in-law gave me some cast iron skillets a few years ago, but it wasn’t until recently (because of watching lots of homesteaders on youTube!) that I finally started using them. The problem is that I’m pretty forgetful and have... Continue reading →

Tiered Skirt How to

by Whitney // June 7, 2017 // Comments off

I’ve been wanting to make a tiered, patchwork skirt for a while. I was putting it off because I was afraid I would start the project and loss steam partway through, then it would forever sit in my WIP pile.... Continue reading →

Reversible Apron – Kid Size

by Whitney // May 31, 2017 // Comments off

Last week’s how to was all about my daughter Skyler. So this week I have a project just perfect for Peyton! I started wearing aprons a couple of months ago when cooking and cleaning and Peyton took an interest in... Continue reading →

DIY Pacifier Leashes in 2 EASY Ways

by Whitney // May 24, 2017 // Comments off

My daughter Skyler has entered a stage where she likes to drop things for fun. This has resulted in countless lost pacifiers at stores, the zoo, and everywhere else. It finally dawned on me that I should make some pacifier... Continue reading →

Viking Costume and New Channel!

by Whitney // May 10, 2017 // Comments off

Last month Jeremiah and I went to our local Medieval Faire and had a blast! We are the kind of people who can’t just attend a faire or festival…we are the kind who go all out and dress for the... Continue reading →

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