I was asked in my Facebook Group, Lányos Handmade Pattern Party, what kind of sewing table I use. So, of course, I wondered if anyone here was curious too? I used to use a small folding wheeled cabinet, which was actually perfect for a long, long time. I think I have been using that ever…
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Upcycling Old Jeans into a warm Jacket!
Perhaps you remember the Designin’ December Sewing Challenge? Find a designer original you like and recreate it for yourself. I always say: Why buy when you can make it yourself – better and for less money? Last December, we had a lot of lovely entries and generous sponsors too. You can read all about it…
It’s been a busy January with all sorts of sewing excitement!
First, Lányos Handmade is teaching at the virtual Rebecca Page Sewing Summit starting Monday, January 31, 2022. You can read about all the details and sign up for FREE with the (affiliate) link here! Lányos Handmade will be teaching two classes, one for the Tanya Tote and make-up pouch, PDF sewing patterns included: and one for the Luxe Laptop…
Restoring Your Kilim Bag with Leather
A friend of mine asked if I could repair her much loved Kilim Rug Bag. HECK YA! Apparently the “leather”, which didn’t seem to be real leather (more about that later), was peeling off the backing, and she wasn’t fond of the denim back on the Bag neither. The hardware, jewellery, lining and the Kilim…
Sewing Room Makeover: Tips and Ideas for Organizing
I’ve definitely gotten used to my new sewing space. For years, my sewing machine sat on a wheeled cabinet in a corner of the family room in front of the patio window amongst the cat posts. It was a nice view and I loved the convenience of the wheeled cabinet. Although I did, quite often,…
I Finally Finished My Jeans After Two Years!
This time it was my jeans!!! They were cut out of a black denim in 2019. I can’t remember what type of denim it was or where I purchased it. Sorry! That was so long ago! I do know that I used Vogue 8774, which I have used many times successfully. I made them from…