Author Archives: Loganstitches

First Resident of the Apiary

Posted on July 17, 2019

  What is it about bees that makes them so enchanting?  While bugs, insects and arachnids can be interesting specimens, by and large I prefer they keep their place and maintain their distance.  Except for bees.  Bumblee bees seem to … Continue reading →

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WIP: The Proper Stitch Sampler

Posted on June 24, 2019

While many a Me Made May has seen me sewing or traveling, this year is different.  I feel like a home bug.  With weather that is more autumnal than vernal the gardens and yard have suffered with projects half finished … Continue reading →

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Crocheted Hat

Posted on June 15, 2019

Have you noticed a dearth of crochet hat patterns for yarns finer than aran or worsted?  My preferred yarn for many projects is fingering and while many a hat would due well in a heavier weight yarn, a spring/summer hat … Continue reading →

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MakeNine2009 #5 Vintage Apron

Posted on June 5, 2019

Graded up from a medium, this apron sewn from a reproduction vintage pattern could still use a little lengthening. My bias binding of scalloped edges could use a fair bit of work too. The fabric is Lecien Antique Flowers in … Continue reading →

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Me-Made-May Follow Up 2019

Posted on June 5, 2019

This is my favorite version of my color palette, with colors for all seasons represented. Having had so many years where each season was a rush to make something to wear since nothing would fit left me with the erroneous … Continue reading →

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Me Made May 2019: Final Days

Posted on June 4, 2019

Yet another grainy before bed pic.  Sorry, so much rain, so little sun.  So much to do, so little time for pics. 5/30 Sis Boom Carolina Mae in a luscious floral rayon is one of my favorite makes.  Here I’ve … Continue reading →

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Me (and mini-me) Made May Week 4

Posted on May 29, 2019

This is the week of makes that have issues and outfits that should never happen.  It was another sick kid week, which turned plans upside down, but apart from having to pick O up from school there wasn’t much to … Continue reading →

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