🪡 The Common Thread- the beginner path and an adorable swim pattern

Published 16 days ago • 2 min read

Hey Reader!

Yesterday I was watching a watercolor tutorial and the teacher shared a quote that was very encouraging to me. She said, "You only walk the path of the beginner once". When it comes to painting, I am most definitely a beginner, but what a great thought, that you only have to learn all those very basic things once, then you know it!

If you are just getting started sewing, or trying to learn to use a serger, or maybe you've quilted for years but you're just getting into making clothes, try to keep that in mind! You only walk the path of the beginner once!

Ruffle Swim

By Lowland Kids

This swimsuit is my absolute favorite for little girls. The ruffle legs paired with the peplum look is almost too much cuteness to handle. Since this is a two piece, it makes diaper change and potty breaks easy, plus you can get creative and mix/match the tops and bottoms to have so many different pairing options! It's an easy sew and will have you excited for warmer weather!

Check Out the Ruffle Swim Pattern Here

Raspberry Creek Fabrics

If you're looking for adorable swim suit fabric, you have to check out Raspberry Creek. That's where I got this adorable folk flower print. Their quality is amazing, it ships quickly and they have so many bases to choose from. Raspberry Creek Fabrics is my go-to when I need fabric for a project.

Check Out Raspberry Creek Here

When you're just starting out learning to sew, it can be really hard to know where to start. I always recommend starting small and working through the basics before trying a more complex sewing pattern. Here are 5 super easy projects that will help build your confidence without any experience needed. If you're looking for even more suggestions, check out my pattern shop, which has tons of beginner friendly and practical projects for you to start sewing today!

Check out these beginner projects here

Ember Mug

I like my coffee HOT! Like if it's been sitting in a mug for 2 minutes it's already too cold for me. But I also want the feeling of drinking out of a mug while I'm at home, a travel mug just isn't the vibe, ya know??

I got an ember mug for Christmas and I've been LOVING it! It keeps your coffee just as hot as when you poured it (or hotter!). If you like your coffee scalding your throat on the way down like me, you should get one too!

Check it Out Here

Sarah

All of the Mother Sews Best courses are taught via video lessons. You might be thinking "how could I possibly learn to sew from a video?!" but our videos are different. We zoom in, get ultra specific and walk you through each lesson step by step so you can follow along. Oh, and because it's a video you can watch and rewatch as muc has you need! Check out Sarah, a member of The Sewing Society, who loves learning via video:

"Having (re)learned how to sew with the MSB course, the first few times I did an envelope pattern or an indie one with no video, I definitely noticed how much I had leaned on that video format and the explanation of the steps. ...I love having the videos to look at steps that aren't clearly described or illustrated in a way I understand. Certainly a plus in the Society, and super helpful!

-Sarah

Did you get a chance to check out our newest freebie? We made a Serger Buying Guide for everyone asking all about serger advice. It has tips on choosing the right machine for the projects you make, considerations like price point and extra features, plus links to the sergers we recommend! Check it out by clicking here!