Category Archives: 10 days of Christmas

Merry Christmas

We’re wrapping up our 10 days of Christmas on a thankful note.  We really do appreciate and love our community of “followers”, “likers” and readers here. The Internet is a wonderful place that can have even the farthest of friends feeling connected and loved. It has been our absolute pleasure to design and inspire seamstresses across the country this year [...]

This years favorite drink

Oh yum. Chai Tea. A new favorite. Some of your local shops may make a killer Chai, that will have you wanting to jump into your car just to go get one (ahem, Leslie!) but you can make it yourself too! Here’s our recipe: Chai Tea 1/2 t. fennel or anise seed 1/2 t. or [...]

A favorite winter accessory

Pashminas are so lovely because they are so soft and cozy, they come in every color of the rainbow and can actually be worn in any season. A lot of these tying techniques can be worn day to evening- anytime, anywhere and with mostly everything. The Pashmina was a “trend” a few years back but [...]

The gift of giving

We are so blessed and lucky to live where we live and have what we do. Christmas time is a great time to give to those in need. I encourage you to give where you feel most comfortable this season. (women outside a tailoring center) As you know, Favorite Things is a big advocate and [...]

Give the gift of Favorite Things

Who doesn’t love to sew for baby? Some of our Favorite Things to sew are for those precious, squishy, cuddly bundles of joy we have in our family. One lucky Little is going to to fed, changed and slept in style this Christmas. Our secretary Sue has put together a wonderful gift set including Hushabye [...]

A favorite way to decorate

One of the quickest ways to add a bit of Christmas cheer into your home is by sprucing up your window sills with potted plants in seasonal colors. Cut flowers are so lovely too, but aren’t enjoyable for as long as potted ones. This year as pictured, Leslie went with Kalanchoe plants in a bright [...]

A good little reminder

Anyone who knows me, know I cannot wait for anything. When a package arrived in the mail for my daughter, from my mother who lives across the country, I wanted to let her open it right away instead of waiting till Christmas. I waited approximately 2 weeks…and thought this morning would be a perfect time to [...]