March shines brighter in the sewing world – it’s National Quilt Month, with National Quilt Day, (Saturday, March 16, 2024) nestled in its cozy embrace! It’s a special time for everyone, from those who have pieced together countless quilts to newcomers just threading their first needle. This month offers a unique opportunity to integrate the enchanting… Read more »
The Journey Begins Hitting the road for a motorcycle trip through Minnesota, North Dakota, Montana, and Wyoming was like diving headfirst into an epic adventure, peppered with a bit of “what have I gotten myself into?” moments. It’s funny how cruising through these states with my buddies and their better halves, each pair sharing a… Read more »
Alright, fellow GenXers, Millennials, and Gen Z, gather around as I spin a thread about navigating the sewing landscape, learning from baking blunders, and the uncharted territories where Google and YouTube fall short. So, grab your coffee or tea and join me on this intergenerational ride through stitches and floury escapades. From Easy-Bake Oven to… Read more »
The following information is published with the permission of Kelly Scharber of M5 Farmhouse as part of her Frequently Asked Questions page. Q: AGE REQUIREMENTS/IS MY 8 YEAR OLD READY FOR SEWING LESSONS? This is a BIG one! I get asked this one a lot. I’ll give a brief explanation here. **Please do not intentionally misrepresent… Read more »
Celebrating National Sewing Month National Sewing Month is HERE! Are you as excited as I am? Why am I’m“sew” excited? (pun intended) you ask. It’s a whole month dedicated to MY favorite subject and passion since I was a young girl. You will find sales, classes, like-minded people, and exhibitions to showcase the art and… Read more »
There’s more than one kind of sewing? Has this ever happened to you? You’ve recently met someone new, and they shared their joy sewing with you. You then follow by asking them one of these questions: “Could you hem my pants?” “Replace this zipper in my jacket?” or “I have this really simple dress that… Read more »