I reviewed the Brother CS-6000i sewing machine on Craft Test Dummies! Craft Product Review: Brother CS-6000i Computerized Sewing Machine I’ve been using my Brother CS-6000i regularly for about a year and a half, after my fabulous mother gave it to me as a birthday gift to replace the ancient avocado green Sears Kenmore that she …
I’m finally coming into my own in the crochet world. That’s right, folks: I’ve started my first cardigan! (Yes, I am aware that the high in Brooklyn for at least the next week is 90 degrees. What of if?) I’m just about done with the yoke, and I couldn’t be more pleased with how it’s …
Yesterday, I learned about companion planting in container gardens. And, as it turns out, we couldn’t have picked a better combination of seeds to start for our fire escape garden! In the pot above, the tomato is cozying up to some basil. We also planted thyme with our strawberries, and the rosemary seedlings are about …
Summer Sewing ~ Free Swimsuit Pattern + Tutorial from Sew Mama Sew Photo care of http://sewmamasew.com/ I’m not a fan of teeny tiny bikinis, but I would totally wear a two-piece like this. I love the simplicity of this design—perfect for personalizing with rosettes, bows, or beading. The Swimwear Tute (that might make you dumber) …
