11
Dec

Sew Classic Clothes for Girls Book Tour: Stop 2

Today is the second stop on the 'Sew Classic Clothes for Girls' Blog Book Tour and I'm very excited about today's two bloggers! First up is the incredibly talented, Pat Sloan. I was interviewed a month or so ago by Pat on her online Quilting Radio Show and we had so much fun. You can listen to the podcast, by clicking HERE and scrolling down until you see my name. And my mom actually has a quilt going in Pat's new book, so we love Pat around here! Head over to Pat Sloan's blog to read her review of my new book, 'Sew Classic Clothes for Girls' and enter to win … continue reading

10
Dec

Sew Classic Clothes for Girls Book Tour: Nancy Zieman

Today's stop on the 'Sew Classic Clothes for Girls' Book Blog Tour, is with none other than Nancy Zieman. I've been a big fan of Nancy's for years and I'm thrilled that she is reviewing my new book. Head over to read Nancy's review and enter to win a copy of my book, 'Sew Classic Clothes for Girls' over on her blog. Click HERE. If you missed the original post about the tour, you can find it here. Have a great day! … continue reading

9
Dec

Sew Classic Clothes for Girls: Blog Book Tour & Giveaway

I'm excited to announce that the 'Sew Classic Clothes for Girls' Blog Book Tour kicks off today! It's been such a thrill having my new book out now for several months. Your kind words and feedback having been nothing but wonderful, so thank you all for your support. Throughout the next two weeks you can follow along on the blog book tour and read book reviews from 15 of the top sewing bloggers in our online community. Some of these bloggers will be doing giveaways for the book and it will be a great opportunity for you to snatch up a copy of your very own! … continue reading

4
Dec

Baby Doll Pouch Blanket Tutorial

Today I'm over at Riley Blake Designs sharing a tutorial for this Baby Doll Pouch Blanket Tutorial. It's the perfect gift for the little one in your life. Come on over and check out the tutorial HERE. … continue reading

29
Nov

The Cottage Mama Pattern Sale!

Just wanted to let you know that I have my biggest sale of the year going on right now through December 2, 2013. There will not be another sale like this for a very long time. Get 30% off all Paper and PDF patterns from The Cottage Mama. That's 30% off bundle pricing as well which is such a great deal! Use coupon code: THANKFUL Sale is going on right now in my shop, www.thecottagemama.com/shop and coupon code does not apply over on Etsy.com. Happy Shopping!! … continue reading

25
Nov

Hexi Pouch Tutorial

Hexagons seem to be all the rage now in the quilting and sewing world and I can't seem to get enough of them. I absolutely love the vintage vibe of hexies and was inspired to create this easy sewing pattern from the fabric line 'Simply Sweet' by Lori Whitlock for Riley Blake Designs. You can use this pouch for so many things and make it any size you would like. You could also add two little handles and it would make a sweet little girl's purse. You can never have too many cute pouches around, don't you think? Let's get started........... … continue reading

14
Nov

Reusable Fabric Gift Bags and Huge Giveaway!

I am over at Skip to my Lou guest posting today for the Holiday Bake Craft Sew Along sharing a tutorial for Reusable Fabric Gift Bags. Come on over to check it out! I get to treat you to a SEW Amazing giveaway as part of our crafty series. This is one AMAZING giveaway! We are giving away a fabulous Prize Package worth more than $1000! … continue reading

13
Nov

Crispy and Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe

There is something so comforting about Chocolate Chip Cookies. I love everything about them. The flavor, the texture, the chocolate chips.....but finding the perfect Chocolate Chip Cookie recipe can be a little challenging depending on what kind of cooking you are trying to create. For me, I love a cookie that is a little crispy-crunchy and yet still has a really great chew factor. I've created a recipe that I think brings both of those things together. So if you like Crispy Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies, give this recipe a try. I think it hits the nail on the … continue reading

12
Nov

Embellished Fabric Koozie Tutorial

Please give a warm welcome to a new guest contributor here on The Cottage Mama, Courtney from Sweeter Than Cupcakes. Take it away, Courtney....... “GIMME” koozies, like “GIMME” caps, seem to multiply in my house. When they start falling out every time I open the closet door, I sort and toss. After all, most of them are not very chic! However, they are perfectly good and useful koozies. Why not re-purpose those ugly, prolific koozies into something attractive? Hence this tutorial which fills that gift closet with something unique yet affordable! These would … continue reading

11
Nov

Fall Fun

We have been having a lot of fall fun this year. Fall is my absolute most favorite time of year in the Chicagoland area. I love how the leaves change into all these amazingly gorgeous colors, I love being able to put on warm cozy sweaters and make the kids hot chocolate with marshmallows. There is so much to love about fall and I thought I would share some personal family photos with you from this last month. … continue reading