Little Geometric Gem Poncho
I’m going to make the deadline! Over at The Monthly Stitch it’s a monochrome sewing challenge and I have accidentally, on purpose made an unlikely garment for myself. While visiting my daughter las...
View ArticleRevisiting The Catalina 40’s Dress
Do you ever look in your closet and wonder why you haven’t worn a particular dress you’ve made? I had some time between editing for Lekala, and doing alterations, to try on a few of those dresses that...
View ArticleTime to Celebrate! There are 355 followers and it’s time for a few handmade...
Aprox: 8×10 inches This blog now has over 350 followers and in appreciation for your support, I’m gifting some items from my store! I’ll be away on a trip to NYC and Boston, and I won’t be sewing or...
View ArticleHandmade Appreciation Gifts!
This blog now has over 350 followers and in appreciation for your support, I’m gifting some items from my store! I’m back from my trip to New York and Boston, and I’m anxious to start sewing and...
View ArticleNew York! New York!
Mood Fabrics in New York City! Recently I visited New York City with a friend and we “really did the town” so to speak. View from our apartment! We enjoyed five full days of museums, Broadway shows,...
View ArticlePeruvian Textiles and Machu Picchu!
My daughter and I went on a short trip to Peru last week. Of course, the biggest attraction was the ancient Inca village high up in the Andes mountains. My daughter hiked 10 beautiful breathtaking...
View ArticleSewing in Seattle!
My husband and I took a little trip to Seattle a few weeks ago. We attended the Sewing and Stitchery Expo at the Washington State Fairgrounds. I have never been to a sewing/quilting expo in my life so...
View ArticlePut a Cuna Bird on It!
The sewing challenge for the month of April at “The Monthly Stitch” is to “Put a Bird on It”. What would I do? After thinking about it for a few weeks, I came up with an idea. I dug around until I...
View ArticleHiking Trail Plaid and Lace Dress
On this sunny spring weekend, I went on a great hike and photoshoot with two friends. I was told by my friend who just got a brand new camera, to come all “dolled up” so that she could practice taking...
View ArticleI made it ! Round 4 of SOSM!
I’m super excited and thrilled to have made it to the semifinals with my Cuna Tote and Pouch entry in the Super Online Sewing Match II hosted by Sew Mama Sew. The challenge for round four requires the...
View ArticleGiraffe Pajama Pants
Handmade Pajama Pants for Daughter Number Three Pattern: Carolyn Pajamas by Closet Case Files Fabric: Cotton Knit Abstract Giraffe Fabric Year: 2015 Classic Pajama Notions: thread and waistband elastic...
View ArticleAll Sewn Up in 2015
Just some of the highlights of 2015! I pledged not to buy RTW clothes and made all of my own. I posted my makes to The Monthly Stitch, Kolabora, and Sewist as well as to my blog at Zibergirl.com. I...
View ArticleKnit Top Kraze!
I am getting ready for a vacation to Alaska! With the date fast approaching, I’ve made several knit tops from uniquely designed fabric from Spoonflower, a yard from Mood in New York, and a yard of...
View ArticleYellow Floral Dress
Pattern? Why did you choose it? I used a Kay Unger Design for Vogue 1353. It’s a lined, sleeveless dress with front neckline pleats, scoop neckline, close-fitting bodice (slightly above waist),...
View ArticleAlaskan Treasures!
We just got back from vacationing in the great state of Alaska. First we went by sea, visiting little towns in the Inside Passage. Then we rented a car and drove as far as Anchorage. Along the way,...
View ArticleLekala Reversible Dress
I’m thrilled to share this unique and easy to make reversible dress with you! This is Lekala pattern 4545. Lekala patterns are made to fit your personal measurements, so it’s fun and easy to make a...
View ArticleSt Kitts Island Quilt
My husband and I celebrated our 25th anniversary on a cruise in the Caribbean. One of my favorite tours was on the island of St Kitts which is known for its batiks made on the island since the...
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