
Simplicity 1407 from 1955 (yes, that is a smile from Mr. McFann)
The Prodigal Sewer has returned. As you’ll find out in the podcast, I spend a good chunk of time explaining how I’ve been trying to find myself–I’d see glimpses but it wasn’t until recently that everything seemed to fall into place. It still has that “new life smell” but I am feeling extremely optimistic about my future and I have a feeling that a lot of you will rejoice and tell me that you knew “it” in your heart all along!

Back pleats and yoke
I also talk about My Honey’s new camp shirt and my adventures making it. Let’s just say it was MUCH easier to make than the Frankenstein-Elvis Cowboy Shirt.

Yoke facing and zig-zagged armhole seam finish
Finally, I continue our reading in the McCall’s Sewing Book on how to choose the best colors for you.
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He really was trying to smile but got self-conscious and...




Good to hear you again and get caught up with your life . That’s what makes your podcast wonderful – your honesty. My only tip is to use a tear-away stablizer when putting in buttonholes. It has saved me many a time!
Denise, I LOVE your tip! This is what I love so much about the sewing community–we share ideas so that we can all learn and become better at our craft. Thank you!
I am a new listener and this one is the first one I listened. I was touched by your honesty and I will be listening to you more frequently! I think youre very brave and honest.
Love Wendy
Thank you, Wendy, for your very kind words. And, welcome to the Grandma’s Sewing Cabinet community!