sewing machine trouble shooting tips
It's been some time since my last back to basics post, and I feel terribly guilty! I feel a little like going to...
fascinating fascinators!
Here at The Thrifty Stitcher we are a little bit in love with fascinators. But what is a fascinator?With the royal wedding looming,...
Back to basics #1- buying a sewing machine
One of the most important pieces of a sewing kit is the sewing machine. Boy is there a lot of choice out there,...
The sewing directory-a fantastic resource!
I returned from my Gambian holiday with the lurgy I left with. 2 weeks taking cold and flu meds is too much,so after...
Our throw away culture
I am blogging today from The Gambia in west africa. I walked through a craft market on route to the internet cafe, and...
Is being "Thrifty" the same as being mean?
Back in 2009, when I began thinking of starting a small sewing school, I struggled with finding a name. There are lots of...
Love- my second word aspiration for 2011
Love-Wow this is a big word, and yet it's part of the everyday fabric of life. This year i'd like more love in my...
Create-Word number one of my new year challenge
So instead of new year's resolutions,I have picked up on picking 3 words that sum up my aspirations for 2011.The first of my...
First day on Prima Donna In Toronto
Having arrived late on sunday from NYC, i only got a brief glimpse of the city, but i did marvel at Niagra falls...
Day 2 in NYC
Today was really about catching up with pals. I have done a few shows in New York and made friends with the american...