Reduce, Reuse, Restitch

08/17/2026

Just like that, summer is over. It has definitely been an eventful one for our family, but I have managed to do a lot of sewing too! Here is a sample of a few projects from the summer - christening gown, blankets, pillows, bears, sorority letters, yoga bag, ties, pocket squares, “P*e P*e teepees”, welders cap. Believe it or not, there was more that I can’t post yet! Do you have a sewing project in mind? I love figuring out how to do new things, but I also love turning clothing into blankets, pillows and bears! Now’s the time to get started on projects for Christmas gifts!

06/29/2026

This year, I have been making so many things that are NOT bears, blankets and pillows! Nursery decorations, banners, custom burp cloths and shirts, cushions, welder’s cap (customized from baby onesies for a first Father’s Day) Christmas ornaments, animal pillows, baby tag toys and hats, Easter basket liner, wedding decorations, custom size zipper pouches, aprons (I have some for sale) and an apron from a wedding dress! Contact me for your custom sewing work! And of course, I am still doing bears, pillows and t-shirt blankets!

05/14/2026

I posted a photo of an apron pattern a year or so ago that generated some interest a couple of months ago. I have been playing around with the pattern ever since. I have to say, I love this pattern! I adapted it a bit and have made a few versions. These are all my prototypes, but I think I landed on the version made with the tan and striped fabric.

I tried to keep in mind my mission to repurpose fabric, but also used fabric that was scraps from other projects - I have a lot of that laying around! This also keeps the cost down considerably! I got a lot of the fabric at thrift stores. It requires 5-6 yards of fabric, so If I were purchasing that at regular price, the materials alone would be $25-$40. I altered the pattern from the original by not actually making button holes - they are just decorative. I found it difficult to get the strap from behind me and up over my shoulders. For some, I tried elastic, but didn’t love that either.

Take a look below and let me know if you are interested! Prices are included below. I can ship for an additional cost if needed.
Reduce, Reuse, Restitch Lisa Naylor McCartyJennifer Fuller RossEmma DeClerck HessHaley MorganCherity RinehartTammy O'Dell WelshansSarah Williams Kuehne

04/17/2026

04/12/2026

04/12/2026

Lots of sewing for Easter and a family baby shower the last couple weeks! Mother’s Day, Father’s Day and graduation seasons are coming quickly? Need a special gift? Let me know how I can help you out!

04/08/2026

You can now purchase many of my handmade items at The Twisted Tree !