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Pussyhat Project: Recycled Sweater Hat Tutorial

January 8, 2017

If you follow me on Instagram, you know I’ve been knitting up a storm for the Pussycat Project! The Pussycat Project is a way you can show solidarity with the people attending the Women’s March on Washington (and sister cities) on January 21st. I’ve already knit a dozen hats ...

Generation Q: Fold-over Clutch Project

July 17, 2015

I’m excited to have a project to share in the July/August issue of Generation Q Magazine! There’s a great article about upcycling and using vintage finds in your sewing and quilting. I shared my love of retro tea towels with this fold-over clutch. One side ...

Hexie Hipster Bag with Radiant Home – Betz White Sewing Collective

March 13, 2015

This week Sara made a great mod to the Hexie Hipster Bag. I love the bohemian look. Now I’m inspired to hit the thrift store in search of the perfect leather belt! Hello! It’s Sara. I chose to make a Hexie Hipster Bag with an upcycled leather belt strap. The Hexie Hipster Bag stands out as ...

Worktable Wednesday: Flea Market Finds Block

March 4, 2015

Since returning from QuiltCon I’ve had quilts on the brain. I know a lot of people were inspired by the show and I was no different. I mentioned in my post about my adventure that I fell in love with the Quilts from the 70’s Collection on display at QuiltCon. It got me thinking about ...

Ruffled Cashmere Scarf Tutorial

February 9, 2015

Four long years ago I sold a collection of cashmere scarves in my Etsy shop that I made from super soft repurposed cashmere sweaters. They were fun to make and very popular! I’ve always intended to write up a tutorial so you can make one of your very own. Recently my dear friend Jan ...

5 Tips for Finding Beautiful Wool Fabrics

January 27, 2015

What’s not to love about wool? It’s a natural fiber that’s warm and cozy and easy to sew with. (Photo courtesy of Kristin Nicholas!) Earlier this month I launched my newest sewing pattern, the Field Study Fold-over Tote made up in a gorgeous wool plaid fabric. Of course you can ...

Pussyhat Project: Recycled Sweater Hat Tutorial

Generation Q: Fold-over Clutch Project

Hexie Hipster Bag with Radiant Home – Betz White Sewing Collective

Worktable Wednesday: Flea Market Finds Block

Ruffled Cashmere Scarf Tutorial

5 Tips for Finding Beautiful Wool Fabrics

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