My boys love neckties. They get it from their dad. We're talking real neckties. They very much dislike clip on neckties. They seem offended by them. They get that from their dad, too. I have made quite a few neckties for my boys and finally found the absolute easiest way to make a real …
Double Twirly Skirt Tutorial
Sorry I haven't been able to blog for a while. I've got something new for you, though! If you are like me, you love a twirly skirt! With some fabulous fabric, a single layer twirly skirt is awesome. However, nothing compares to the fullness and twirl of a double twirly skirt! My daughter loves them! …
Tiny Hostess Apron Tutorial
My little princess is always wanting to play "hostess." Even when it is just our little family around. So, I designed this quick little (frilly) hostess apron for her. She NEEDED it! (My poor boys rarely get Mommy made stuff. But they don't NEED this kind of cuteness.) You'll need two fat quarters (and you'll …
Half Yard Apron Tutorial
My mother asked me to design her an apron not so long ago. Of course, I agreed. She needed it to be easy. "Straight lines only!" she said. I can do that. After all, most sewing involves straight lines. She needed it to use as little material as possible, while still looking like a nice …
Plastic Bag Holder Tutorial
A friend of mine asked if I could make her a plastic bag holder. Of course, I accepted! I looked online for a tutorial or something. But none of them fit what I wanted it to look like. Most of them were just tubes with elastic at the top and bottom. Very basic. I usually …
Notes From the Parsonage 