Skirt Smarts

January 22, 2011

Skirt Smarts from Sewn Patterns is fast becoming one of our most popular patterns here at Spool. This is a stylish basic skirt with lots of options for dressing up or down. Add a little Mad Men flair for work with a cute button down and heels, or for the weekend with boots and a [...]

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Go Anywhere Dress

January 20, 2011

As I said to Sewn Patterns designer, Lorraine Torrence, in our interview, the Go Anywhere Dress is holding strong as my favorite in her new pattern line. I can see wearing this style now with a long wooly boyfriend cardigan and tall boots, and this Spring with wedge sandals, a cute cotton cardi and bright [...]

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Introducing: Sewn. Square One for Your Style

January 17, 2011

I can’t wait to stitch up and wear these designs from new pattern company Sewn. Square One for Your Style! When I went to Quilt Market, our industry’s trade show, in October, the Sewn booth was looked amazing. Designed with the novice seamstress in mind, these pattern are stylish and have an eye for detail. [...]

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Echino

January 14, 2011

Echino is here! I am thrilled to be able to offer these special fabrics at Spool! Imported from Japan, these extraordinary prints are designed by the extremely talented Ms. Etsuko Furuya. Vibrant colors, elegant animals and all of nature combine to create a dreamy world on a substantial cotton/linen blend! We have been busy working [...]

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Take a Sewing Class in 2011!

January 6, 2011

Do any of your New Year’s resolutions have to do with sewing? It’s a smart move to make more time for your favorite hobby! Maybe you’d like to learn new skills, meet other like minded crafters, or simply dust off that sewing machine? Whatever your sewing goal is, we’d love to help you achieve it! [...]

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Happy New Year!

December 31, 2010

One of my favorite things about this season is seeing everyone’s year end lists and pictorials. It’s a wonderful way to look back and remember all that has happened in the past 12 months. I decided to make a little pictorial of my own and had a lovely time looking back through all my flickr [...]

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Kaori’s Flannel PJs

December 29, 2010

I always love seeing what happens with our fabric once it leaves the store. Our customers are so talented and creative! I was thrilled to see these photos in my inbox last week from our friend, Kaori. She is a wonderful seamstress and mother to these two gorgeous children! She made them each pajamas using [...]

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Congratulations, Sarah!

December 27, 2010

Our Remix giveaway has wrapped up and our lucky winner is Sarah! I’ve emailed you, and will get your address right over to Kelle as soon as I hear back from you! Sarah says, “I “liked” Ann, though really I LOVE those fabrics, and I added the blog to my Google Reader, right along side [...]

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Merry Christmas!

December 23, 2010

The big day is almost here, and I am happy to say that I have finished my holiday gifts! My bags are packed and I tonight am heading up north for a nice New England Christmas. I can’t wait to see my family and friends open their presents! It’s so special seeing my creations go [...]

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Remix Giveaway!

December 20, 2010

We are big fans of the new Remix line from Ann Kelle here at Spool, and I know you are too! These prints are incredibly versatile! We made a Cheerful Baby Quilt, a Study Hall Skirt, and mini potholders using these excellent retro patterns. I love how they all came out and I think Ann [...]

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