valerie wyatt

I am sure we have all experienced the malady of finding the perfect handbag that is divine down to the last detail, but when we open it up and peer…

In its simplest definition, patterns are created through repeated decorative designs. Whether man-made designs or natural motifs, our eye looks for discernible regularities in the every-day world. Let us take…

Does one ever have too many pin cushions? I think not, here is one featured on Flamingo Toes, a creative blog! All of my swatchaholics will be delighted to know…

Leather vests can take on many forms whether it is a mess of fringe or a 50lb slab of black biker leather that practically pulls you to the ground. Compliments…

In the broadest sense, leather refers to a material created by tanning an animal hide. Characterized by both the type of animal skin used and the tanning or manufacturing method,…

It’s all in the details with this basic jersey dress! For this project, the fabric came before the garment as I found this jersey panel while perusing the depths of…

Bralettes. Perfect for summer, ridiculously expensive and a breeze to make. Making your own allows you to customize the fit, look, and feel of the materials in addition to giving…

Shedding your winter wardrobe for breezy summer garments should not leave you pocketless. Stylish skirts often leave you with no place to put your phone, wallet or lipstick, ‘sew’ whats…

We know that silk has long been regarded as one of the most luxurious of fabrics. It was once exclusive to aristocrats, First Ladies and royalty, being that it was…

Originally, dream catchers were made from a hoop made of willow and decorated with everyday findings. Feathers, arrowheads, and beads are just a few of the elements used in their…