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Stop Staring and Start Sewing!
Improving the world one stitch at a time...
Interests: My family (1 wonderful husband and 5 brilliant kids!), sewing, decorating, craft blogs, thrifting, rain, roses, homeschooling, inspiring and encouraging others.
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It should still work fine. The wise men we did (pictures at the bottom of the post) have the shorter base and they worked out. You could paint the support boards black and the cut outs white for more of a contrast if you want. We are currently getting the shepherds ready and I think I added a longer base this time. Sorry for the inconsistencies. We're just sort of winging it here. Jona
Commented Dec 17, 2017 on You can make your own nativity scene (a tutorial and pattern) at Stop staring and start sewing!
You can make your own nativity scene (a tutorial and pattern)
UPDATE: Wise Men pdf pattern now available (scroll down to the bottom of this post). After years of wishing and hoping (and a little bit of nagging) I finally have a beautiful nativity scene for my front yard and I love it. I did a lot of searching through clipart sites until I found the silhou...
I hope it worked out well for you! I don't have the animals yet but I just updated the blog post to include the Wise Men so you are welcome to use that pattern if you like. Thanks for the nice note! Jona
Commented Dec 8, 2017 on You can make your own nativity scene (a tutorial and pattern) at Stop staring and start sewing!
You can make your own nativity scene (a tutorial and pattern)
UPDATE: Wise Men pdf pattern now available (scroll down to the bottom of this post). After years of wishing and hoping (and a little bit of nagging) I finally have a beautiful nativity scene for my front yard and I love it. I did a lot of searching through clipart sites until I found the silhou...
Wonderful! I'm so glad you can put these drawings to good use! Thanks for dropping me a note since it's nice to know this was a useful blog post. Have a great Christmas!
Commented Dec 8, 2017 on You can make your own nativity scene (a tutorial and pattern) at Stop staring and start sewing!
You can make your own nativity scene (a tutorial and pattern)
UPDATE: Wise Men pdf pattern now available (scroll down to the bottom of this post). After years of wishing and hoping (and a little bit of nagging) I finally have a beautiful nativity scene for my front yard and I love it. I did a lot of searching through clipart sites until I found the silhou...
That makes me so happy to know you made it and liked it! We are currently putting together a plan for shepherds and animals. Soon!
Commented Nov 21, 2017 on You can make your own nativity scene (a tutorial and pattern) at Stop staring and start sewing!
You can make your own nativity scene (a tutorial and pattern)
UPDATE: Wise Men pdf pattern now available (scroll down to the bottom of this post). After years of wishing and hoping (and a little bit of nagging) I finally have a beautiful nativity scene for my front yard and I love it. I did a lot of searching through clipart sites until I found the silhou...
Thank you Lynn! I just used a regular paint brush for the rest of the painting. And I actually used a small art brush for the gold details that couldn't be removed (I'll update my blog to state that part).
Commented Oct 16, 2017 on My "new" painted pink and gold hutch (50 bucks!) at Stop staring and start sewing!
My "new" painted pink and gold hutch (50 bucks!)
I found this quaint, but plain, 2 piece hutch at a local antique store a few months ago. It was marked down to 50 dollars and I knew I could do something cute with it. And I did! I was inspired by this gorgeous dresser on Perfectly Beautiful Things blog. I used Benjamin Moore's Orchid Pink col...
My "new" painted pink and gold hutch (50 bucks!)
Posted Oct 15, 2017 at Stop staring and start sewing!
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Listen to my interview with Pat Sloan. It's kind of a big deal.
Posted Oct 6, 2017 at Stop staring and start sewing!
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Yes! The end of the seam is far enough away from the end of the zipper so the zipper pull stops where the seams stops and doesn't get close to the cut ends of the zipper. Let me know if you try it! Jona
Commented Sep 27, 2017 on Make a pillow cover with an invisible zipper (no pins needed!) at Stop staring and start sewing!
Make a pillow cover with an invisible zipper (no pins needed!)
I'm going to show you how to make a smart and fabulous pillow cover with a truly invisible zipper! Few things bring me more satisfaction than a well done invisible zipper. I see lots of tutorials for pillows with zippers and some call them "hidden zippers" but it drives me crazy because the zip...
A new direction and my first youtube video tutorial!
Posted Sep 23, 2017 at Stop staring and start sewing!
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Hi Tonya! It's a long countertop with shelves underneath (it's the full length of the wall). The skirt hides the mess!
Commented Mar 30, 2017 on Build your own DIY cutting table for your sewing room at Stop staring and start sewing!
Build your own DIY cutting table for your sewing room
I get a lot of questions about how I made my big cutting table and it's so simple you'll be amazed. It's got a big work surface (80" x 60"), oodles of storage, and it goes together quick and easy. No power tools needed! Here's my supply list: * 2 Hollow Core Interior Doors 80" x 30" (about 28...
How we made our own built in shelves and mantle using IKEA Billy Bookcases (again)
Posted Jan 23, 2017 at Stop staring and start sewing!
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They are sideways bookshelves from IKEA! :)
Commented Jan 4, 2017 on Build your own DIY cutting table for your sewing room at Stop staring and start sewing!
Build your own DIY cutting table for your sewing room
I get a lot of questions about how I made my big cutting table and it's so simple you'll be amazed. It's got a big work surface (80" x 60"), oodles of storage, and it goes together quick and easy. No power tools needed! Here's my supply list: * 2 Hollow Core Interior Doors 80" x 30" (about 28...
Thank you Leslie! Have a wonderful 2017!!
Commented Jan 4, 2017 on How to make quick and easy bookmarks using your fabric scraps at Stop staring and start sewing!
How to make quick and easy bookmarks using your fabric scraps
I'm so thrilled to finally have something quick and useful to make with my scraps! I bought some Pellon 72 stabilizer to try on some projects and really didn't like the way it made the fabric look rumply. Fortunately it was only a yard so I set it aside but kept it in the back of my mind. Then t...
Yes! The stabilizer is fusible on both sides so it holds great after ironing. I think pinking is a fun idea and would look cute. The fraying isn't a problem because of the fusing. Have fun!
Commented Jan 4, 2017 on How to make quick and easy bookmarks using your fabric scraps at Stop staring and start sewing!
How to make quick and easy bookmarks using your fabric scraps
I'm so thrilled to finally have something quick and useful to make with my scraps! I bought some Pellon 72 stabilizer to try on some projects and really didn't like the way it made the fabric look rumply. Fortunately it was only a yard so I set it aside but kept it in the back of my mind. Then t...
Yes! Thank you Renee! I fixed it (I hope I didn't mess too many folks up). Thank you for catching that (and pointing it out to me). Jona
Commented Nov 21, 2016 on My tutorial for a mini petite planner cover DIY at Stop staring and start sewing!
My tutorial for a mini petite planner cover DIY
I'm busting through my fabric stash like crazy making these petite planner covers. They're quick and easy to make and, at only 5 inches tall, you can pop one in your purse or pocket to write down any notes or lists while you're out and about. These are going to be perfect stocking stuffers this ...
How to make quick and easy bookmarks using your fabric scraps
Posted Nov 6, 2016 at Stop staring and start sewing!
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Sew a welt zipper pocket with no stress
Posted Oct 31, 2016 at Stop staring and start sewing!
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My tutorial for a mini petite planner cover DIY
Posted Oct 24, 2016 at Stop staring and start sewing!
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Hi Jo! Yes, it's just a plain old glue stick and it's probably identical to Pritt Stick or UHU. Just make sure it's "washable" so you can wipe off any extra glue. Have fun!
Commented Sep 2, 2016 on Make a pillow cover with an invisible zipper (no pins needed!) at Stop staring and start sewing!
Make a pillow cover with an invisible zipper (no pins needed!)
I'm going to show you how to make a smart and fabulous pillow cover with a truly invisible zipper! Few things bring me more satisfaction than a well done invisible zipper. I see lots of tutorials for pillows with zippers and some call them "hidden zippers" but it drives me crazy because the zip...
What's new - Have you seen Bari J's new Joie de Vivre fabric?
Posted Aug 16, 2016 at Stop staring and start sewing!
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Building shelves in a closet - how we did it
Posted Jun 22, 2016 at Stop staring and start sewing!
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How we installed shelves in our bathroom wall
Posted Jun 16, 2016 at Stop staring and start sewing!
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Make a quick heart pillow for your valentine (and other stuff too!)
Posted Jan 27, 2016 at Stop staring and start sewing!
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Yay! I'm so glad you liked it! Thanks for letting me know. Jona :)
Commented Nov 20, 2015 on Make a pillow cover with an invisible zipper (no pins needed!) at Stop staring and start sewing!
Make a pillow cover with an invisible zipper (no pins needed!)
I'm going to show you how to make a smart and fabulous pillow cover with a truly invisible zipper! Few things bring me more satisfaction than a well done invisible zipper. I see lots of tutorials for pillows with zippers and some call them "hidden zippers" but it drives me crazy because the zip...
My guest bath mini renovation and a polka dot shower curtain
Posted Oct 29, 2015 at Stop staring and start sewing!
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