Category: DIY

How To Sew A Bookmark With Fabric Scraps

Posted on January 27, 2022 by Cassandra

It's a well-known fact that I am a fabric hoarder. I have a hard time throwing away any little scrap of fabric because I just know that I can use it for something! And being that I am a sewing...Read More

Sew Your Own Trick-or-Treat Bag!

Posted on October 20, 2021November 7, 2023 by Cassandra

Trick-or-Treat! Making these adorable candy bags sure was a treat for my students! Cheesy pun, I know. Ha Ha. But in all seriousness, these cute trick-or-treat bags were a huge hit in my sewing classes! In fact, I had to...Read More

Some Exciting Updates!

Posted on February 9, 2021September 13, 2021 by Cassandra

Hey there! It's been a while since I've posted...again. These past few months have sure kept me busy! With the kids still home from school (doing virtual learning), the holidays, lots of hours spent on my non-profit, and everything else...Read More

Hello Again!

Posted on November 5, 2020September 13, 2021 by Cassandra

Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links Hello everyone! It's been a hot minute since I've updated my blog! So much has gone on over the past several months and it's been one rollercoaster of a ride! My attention is divided...Read More

Easy Peasy Drawstring Backpack

Posted on June 1, 2020September 13, 2021 by Cassandra

Happy Monday! How is everyone doing? Hope this blog posts finds you well...and sewing! :) Today I am sharing a tutorial with you about how to sew a drawstring backpack. I found this pattern from another sewing blogger and I've...Read More

How To Make A Reading Pillow Cover

Posted on May 20, 2020September 13, 2021 by Cassandra

Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links Hi there! Today I wanted to share a tutorial that I made for a very simple reading pillow cover. I saw this idea on pinterest and loved it! It's a cover that goes over...Read More

10 Minute Masks

Posted on March 23, 2020September 11, 2021 by Cassandra

Happy Monday! I hope you all are staying sane during this quarantine. I'm feeling a lot better now than I was at the beginning of last week. I'm enjoying time with my kiddos (except for when they're fighting) and I've...Read More

$10 Clearance Gown Refashion

Posted on February 18, 2020 by Cassandra

Every year, my non-profit puts on a beautiful gala, called "The Memory Masquerade". It's a beautiful event, raising awareness and money for families affected by dementia while honoring all of those we love who are either living with or lost...Read More

How To Sew A Soup Bowl Cozy

Posted on February 14, 2020February 12, 2024 by Cassandra

Today I am sharing a super easy, super cute sewing project with you all. I needed a beginner's project for one of my classes and we've already done hot pads. I've seen this idea floating around and I picked up...Read More

Sew a Maxi Dress in 30 minutes

Posted on February 2, 2020 by Cassandra

A few months ago, I had a couple of students ask me about teaching them how to make a maxi dress using a shirt for the top and fabric for the skirt. I hadn't ever done this before, but it...Read More