In my January Newsletter, I mentioned that Amy over at Diary of a Quilter is running Sew Goodness, a monthly charitable sewing challenge. This month's challenge was making pillowcase dresses for Little Dresses for Africa. I included Little Dresses for Africa in my Sewing for Charity List for 2018, so I was familiar with the organization. I also spent 3 months in Togo, Africa when I was in college so this was a project I could relate to. I had so much fun with this project and

It is pouring buckets of rain here in Connecticut, so it's a great day to stay inside and sew! Today I have a quick Heart Pocket Tutorial for you! This little pocket goes together quickly and can be added to a dress, jumper, shorts, or if you reduce the size, even a pair of jeans! You will need: 2 pieces of material 6 1/2 inches by 6 1/2 inches. Fashion Fabric and Lining (large heart) 2 pieces of material 2 1/2 inches by 2 1/2 inches Fashion Fabric and Lining (small heart)

We are half way through December and we have already had two snow storms. That is unheard of in my area of New England! You could actually go out the door today and make a real snowman! In case you prefer to enjoy your snowmen without getting your toes frosty, today I have a round-up of snowmen patterns for you. One of the wonderful thing about using snowmen for your holiday decorations is that you don't have to take them down come January - they are wonderful decorations tho