I’m testing the basic methods of how to transfer your pattern to fabric: tracing, printing, and stick and stitch. We’ll break down pros and cons to each as well as the nuances of each method. Once we transfer your pattern and it’s ready to go, I’m going to show you how to set up your…
In this post, we’re going to cover nine basic embroidery stitches using my FREE Stitch Sampler pattern (link below). I remember how intimidating each new stitch was, so I’m here to simplify hand embroidery and to make you fall in love with it too. Use the table below to navigate to the stitches you struggle…
Need help troubleshooting sourdough? No problem. I’ve taught several sourdough classes within my community over the last few years, and I’ve been making sourdough for seven years. Did you know that most problems with sourdough bread are actually due to the starter? Let’s start there. Troubleshooting Sourdough Starter My sourdough starter separated, there’s a brown-ish…
In this post, we’re going to break down small backyard garden ideas, from deciding what to grow to maximizing the space you have. This post may include affiliate links, as an Amazon Associate I earn a small commission from qualifying purchases. Whenever friends come to my home and see my garden they’re often overwhelmed with…
In this post you’ll learn how hand embroidery is SO beginner friendly. I’m going to simplify the whole hobby for you from the basic supplies you need, setting up your hoop, and the basic stitches you need to learn. Did you know hand embroidery is one of the cheapest hobbies out there? It’s extremely versatile…
In this post, we’re going to make sourdough starter from scratch together. You’re going to come with me every step of the way and I’ll continue to update this post as the starter develops. Additionally, we’re going to discuss the pros and cons to making a sourdough starter versus getting one from a friend (or…
In this post I’m sharing the hard lessons I had to learn as a new homemaker over ten years ago. I got married young, with just enough experience to help us get along. We moved away from family for an educational opportunity and so we were on our own, trying to build a community and…
In this post I’m going to show you how to make your own hand embroidered sweater. It’s so easy, it’s relaxing, and best of all it up-cycles a sweater into an heirloom. We’re going to breakdown what supplies you need, choosing a design, how to actually embroider the sweater (no stitch stabilizer necessary!), and what…
This post may contain affiliate links, as an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Learn the seven steps how to start sewing with your newly purchased sewing machine and begin sewing your first project. This post walks you through the following: New to sewing? Or seasoned sewist? Did you grow up dabbling with your mom’s…
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Prepare well for spring with this free simple garden planner, created especially with busy moms in mind! Grab a pen and print this planner out to set clear intentions and organize your garden dreams. I’ve heard from so many moms out there who want to start…