This week finds me in recovery mode after a very rough week. I’m still not 100% but I am getting there. Unrelated to that, my arm is fine, the red mark is from the allergic reaction I mentioned in my last video. I have had a LONG last few weeks.
This week I spill the beans about my allergic reaction and the project it inspired (skip to 2:47:03 if you’d rather not), share my next two HST blocks, alterations to a previously unworn made-by-me blouse, and making 20 cloth napkins from a thrifted cotton sheet!
From my allergy inspired project: Generation T by Megan Nicolay can be found used or you can use this link if you prefer a new one. I don’t receive anything if you use the link, just wanted to share!
A Western Screech Owl recently left us a little gift. In this video, I’ll piece back what’s left of the small plush elephant that I suspect was previously a Valentine (look for the scraps of pink heart) into something recognizeable using only what I had on hand. While I did use a tiny bit of machine sewing, this was mostly a repaired by hand sewing all the little rips and tears, as well as filling spots where fabric was missing.
This is not a tutorial, but I hope if you have a stuffed animal in need of repair, you might find it useful for inspiration. Questions? Please leave a comment!
Welcome back to my sewing room! This week I talk about a new quilt top, share a machine embroidered repair for stains on a thrifted top, share the nail products I’m using*, and share two small finishes for my eldest.
Last year, I made a list of ideas to help inspire me through difficult times.
I’m sharing it with you here in case it might be helpful to anyone reading.
Follow one prompt per month or use as needed. ♥
fabric postcards made for friends ♥
Creative Slump Inspiration
Easy Win
finish a project you already started, the closer to finished it is already, the better
A piece of art for your creative space
wall hanging, painting, etc
Make a postcard and send it to someone you care about (even yourself!)
collage, embroidery, etc (see examples above)
Restyle clothing you don’t wear (this is one of my favorite go-to things for inspiration!)
stamp, embroider, applique, paint, tie dye, change the buttons, or otherwise change a garment you already own
Make a craft from trash or recyclables!
mason jar lantern, bottle cap coaster, etc
Make fairy decor
tiny doors, tools, etc, use any medium
Craft your favorite quote
Use collage, embroidery, paint, etc, to create your favorite quote
Favorite artist inspo
create something in your prefered medium in the style of a favorite artist: Applique in the style of Georgia O’Keeffe, make a Van Gogh inspired postcard, create an Andy Warhol inspired wall hanging (see an Andy Warhol-inspired Lion King Quilt made by the Fandom in stitches community)
Favorite fictional character inspiration
Love a favorite character? Use their colors, style, era, etc, to help you create a bag, quilt, or outfit!
Paint a rock
paint, draw, or otherwise decorate a small rock. Don’t need a pet rock? Leave it in a public space so it can be adopted! #craftforgood
Your choice!
Leave your ideas in comments to inspire others!
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Hello, friends. In the last week, I’ve finished two me-made garments for my husband, practiced some nail art, and rearranged my sewing room. It sounds like a lot, but everything aside from the nail art was planned and ready to go, which is my favorite way to work.
Time for something completely different! This week, I share a pair of jeans I dyed using a jeans kit by RIT (Back to Blue), talk briefly about screenprinting, and mention an old favorite, Tree Trimming.
There are lots of resources online showing how to use a Cricut cut or other stencil for screen printing. I used info from Pigskins & Pigtails (which I managed to say in reverse during the video).
Gilmore Girls Quilt Along through December 17, 2025 on Fandom in Stitches!
Birds & other Critters on my second YouTube Channel: Backyard Jen!
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Happy December, friends! I finished the stockings I’d mentioned previously. They are made entirely from my stash and came out even better than I imagined! I’ve also got one tiny ornament to share that will be heading out in the mail with a reindeer later this week.
This week, I’m excited to share that I finished our tree skirt! The final quilted and bound skirt is a hair over 51″, made using 4″ (4.5″ cut) squares. I LOVE how this project came out and am looking forward to working on some new stockings next!
Sewhooked 