Knicks Championship and Me
I don’t play or watch any sports. But I kind of felt that I shouldn’t miss the chance to celebrate the Knicks championship with my fellow New Yorkers. Read More …
Category: Designing and Sewing
Keeping the Refrigerator Cold in the Sweltering Heat of Summer
The first thing I usually do after coming home from the hot weather is to open the fridge to grab some milk, iced coffee, iced herbal tea, or smoothie. Sometimes, I leave the fridge door open and stare at the jars of drinks while deciding Read More …
Labor Day Parade and Halloween: Event Costumes of 2024
There were two nights every year you weren’t supposed to be outside: J’ouvert, the night before Labor Day, and Halloween. In my Brooklyn neighborhood, these nights were considered dangerous, and only those looking for trouble would venture out. But that was in the old days. Read More …
Zero Waste Nylon Bag for Everyday Use: DIY tips for tote with lining, zipper, and inner pocket
Creating a simple handmade tote bag is fun and easy. I will give you some tips on making your very best piece without producing waste. Read More …
Basic Lightweight DIY Nylon Bags are the Best
I have made a variety of lightweight nylon bags over the past years. They are all made of durable black water repellent fabric. Read More …
How the most realistic braided synthetic hair headbands come to life
The step-by-step process of making braided hair headbands with the transparent cost breakdown. Read More …
Making a simple silk scarf: How to sew double-folded corners neatly with a sewing machine
Making a simple square scarf may seem quite easy. And it really is easy. However, if you do not know the basics of using a sewing machine, you probably will give up on using a machine, and end up sewing by hand. I will explain Read More …
Making original face masks of the highest standard during the Pandemic
This post, aimed at advanced designers, will walk you through tips on making emergency face masks with things you may already have at home. Read More …
How to fix your uncomfortable favorite vegan leather sandals
How to fix your uncomfortable faux leather sandals that irritate your skin. | Alteration and Sewing | White thong sandals | Inexpensive sandals | Comfortable sandals | Cheap sandals Read More …
The Smallest Practical Ca$h Wallet Ever Made
Wallets should not be one-size-fits-all I started making clothes because I couldn’t find anything I liked in stores that actually fit my body. Similarly, I started making wallets because I couldn’t find a wallet that perfectly fits US dollar bills. There are many banknote sizes Read More …