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How to Choose the Correct Size for Children’s Sewing Patterns (Including the Buttercup Pattern)
Here is how to pick the correct size when sewing for children - how to take accurate measurements, what to do if you can't measure the child and how fabric choice and ease affects size.


How to Sew a Warm Sweatshirt Fleece Dress (Honey Pattern Hack for Heavy Knits)
A quick and easy pattern hack that shows how to alter the popular Honey pattern to sew a warm dress with a cozy sweatshirt fleece.


Making Smocking Modern: How to Create Smocked Garments Today’s Moms Will Love
Making Smocking Modern: How to Create Smocked Garments Today’s Moms Will Love with these 4 Tips.


2025 Children's Sewing Roundup: Inspiration for Your 2026 Projects
Here are all of the children's clothes that I sewed in 2025. I hope these makes inspire to you sew (and smock) for that beloved child in your life!


8 Free Patterns to Sew for Teenagers (even the Guys!)
Here are 8 free patterns to sew for teenagers (including the guys) that would make great presents.


How to Purchase only the Fabric you need & Save Money!
A couple of weeks ago, I shared a video with 9 Tips on How to Purchase Fabric Online. In this post I want to share a little bit about how you might not need to purchase as much fabric as you think, and how you can save some money by taking a few steps before purchasing fabric. Don't forget to scroll to the bottom and grab a free copy of the Fabric Swatch Book! Personally, I like to purchase good-quality fabric, which can make sewing more expensive. From a financial perspectiv


9 Tips for Purchasing Fabric Online so you Love what you Purchase!
Opening a box of newly arrived fabrics should be a joy – here are 9 tips to help you successfully purchase fabric online!


4 Tips for Fitting Children's Sewing Patterns for a Great Fitting Garment
It can be difficult to get a great fit when sewing for a child. Here is an explanation why patterns vary and 4 tips to help you sew a garment that fits.


Fall & Christmas Sewing Plans for my Granddaughters
Here are my fall & Christmas Sewing plans for my granddaughters featuring soft knits & comfy flannels.


A Review of the Johnny Sewing Pattern by Children's Corner
A quick review of the Johnny Sewing Pattern by Children's Corner.


The Sweetie Pie Romper Pattern Sew Along
Here are step by step video instructions on how to smock & sew the Sweetie Pie pattern by Pink Hollybush Designs


Easy 3 Thread Serger Hem for Stable Knits
A quick & easy way to finish the hem of stable knit fabrics with a serger.
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