DIY sewing

How to Choose Outdoor Fabric for the Patio

Posted on March 2, 2022January 19, 2024 by Naomi

Over the years many clients have asked for advice about what type of fabric to use for outdoor furniture. The question is always how to choose outdoor fabric and what to look for. Though the sewing skills needed for outdoor furniture coverings are the same as those needed for indoor furniture, the fabric is not the same. Never use indoor fabric for outdoor use if you want...Read More

How to make bound button holes

Posted on February 22, 2022May 1, 2023 by Naomi

This post may contain affiliae links so I earn a commission. Please read my disclosure for more info. Reimagine clothing with closures that fit your taste Sweaters, cardigans, and robes don't always come with a closure. Maybe because it is the style to wear the garment open. But that isn't for all of us. Especially on a cold winter day, I want to feel wrapped in my comfy fleece....Read More

3 Ways to Fix a Broken Strap on a Purse

Posted on February 17, 2022May 1, 2023 by Naomi

Do you have a favorite purse of hand bag that broke? We've all had it happen at one time or another. It leaves one with a few options to consider. Leave the bag in a back closet and pretend it never happened Throw it away Learn to fix it. Choosing to fix what is broken rather than throw it away creates a more sustainable environment and eco...Read More

Don’t waste your time making outdoor cushions with interior fabric

Posted on February 10, 2022January 19, 2024 by Naomi

This client had been waiting a long time for this project. Last fall she asked me about making outdoor cushions but we were in the middle of moving so I had to put her off until recently. The cushion set consisted of one large, long cushion and two smaller cushions of identical dimmensions. When thinking about making outdoor cushions it is important to consider a few things....Read More