Category Archives: Sewing

hand-painted crazy pattern bag

Posted on Monday, January 16, 2012 by Creative Kismet

This is my bag for NYC (this weekend!!!!) I’ve been using the same two bags for about three years. This mail sack that Kathy made me, and this one I made a few years ago.  I alternate them with seasonal … Continue reading →

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the Katie poncho

Posted on Tuesday, January 10, 2012 by Creative Kismet

My friend Katie was over recently wearing this fab little jersey knit poncho.  I complimented her on it several times, then bravely asked if if could take a closer look. She finally ended up taking it off so that I … Continue reading →

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Indygo Junction Pattern Giveaway

Posted on Wednesday, December 14, 2011 by Creative Kismet

Trench Topper :: Chic Cowl Neck Shift :: My Garden Zips I have been wanting to sew up this Chic Cowl Neck Dress FOREVER!  I love it!  I want to make one to wear with a comfy long sleeve shirt, … Continue reading →

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Give Thanks – free embroidery pattern

Posted on Friday, November 4, 2011 by Creative Kismet

click on the image for pdf download I’ve been working on a set of embroidery patterns that I hope to sell soon and thought I’d test the waters first with a freebie. It’s just perfect for November, don’t you think? … Continue reading →

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DOTD t-shirt

Posted on Monday, October 24, 2011 by Creative Kismet

I pulled out my plain black t-shirt the other day and decided it needed some kind of pizazz.  So, since I’ve had my sewing machine out from making costumes, I thought I’d have some fun with pretty scraps of fabric … Continue reading →

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Simplicity 4177

Posted on Thursday, July 14, 2011 by Creative Kismet

I’ve made this top a couple of times before too, here and here. It’s a white embroidered cotton/linen.  The fabric is a bit stiff, even after two washings, bit I love the fit so it should soften up after more … Continue reading →

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More Simplicity 3835 tops

Posted on Wednesday, July 13, 2011 by Creative Kismet

This is my go-to shirt pattern whenever I feel I need to make a quick and easy top. I’ve used this pattern so many times, that I can whip up a top and less than an hour. I don’t even … Continue reading →

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Alabama stitch skirt

Posted on Monday, July 11, 2011 by Creative Kismet

I’ve had the Alabama Stitch book for a long time and I finally cracked it open over the weekend to make this skirt. It’s such an awesome pattern. Super easy and a great fit too. Since I was running low … Continue reading →

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Sewing ideas

Posted on Sunday, July 10, 2011 by Creative Kismet

* Thank you so much for the interest in my e-course! I am so excited that people are signing up. It’s going to be so much fun to get started in August and meet some new friends! Yay!! 1. Market … Continue reading →

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hot,hot,hot

Posted on Monday, June 27, 2011 by Creative Kismet

109 degrees F (42.7 C) today! ugh! That meant going to the pool early, eating 1/2 of a watermelon by myself and drinking lots of ice water. I finished up some embroidery while munching on watermelon.  Another bird, like the … Continue reading →

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