I must apologize, this post is not specifically about sewing, but I promise it will lead into it for my next one! For the last two weeks, we have been consumed with remodeling our bathroom. I have been working day and night, tiling until midnight, forgetting to eat dinner, relying on my dear friends to… Read more »
Posts Categorized: Home Decor
Anna is Adding Decorative Stitches!
Anna Joyce, local applique artist, founder of Anna Joyce Designs, and teacher at MD, brought home her very first BERNINA sewing machine last winter. She was able to choose a machine just right for her, the Aurora 450. This machine has loads of decorative stitches, and a 9mm stitch width. Many people wonder why you… Read more »
My Modern Domestic Life: Easy Coated Cotton Tablecloth with Ball Fringe Tutorial
I have been going a little bonkers in the yard this summer. The plants, the lighting, the new stairs, the fire pit… everything looks amazing, but my IKEA outdoor table I bought two years ago is looking a bit tired. Face lift needed! I have been searching for an excuse to sew with coated cotton…. Read more »
My Modern Domestic Life: Michelle’s Sewing Room
When Lupine, Gina and I first opened Modern Domestic, our main goal was to provide the ultimate sewing room for Portland. Everyone deserves a well-lit, organized and beautiful space to stir up their creative juices. It was so exciting to set up MD. When I first peeked in the window and saw the potential of… Read more »
Oh my, I Want to Ruffle Everything: Ruffler Tutorial
Excuse me while I geek out on my new favorite toy… I am not sure who to blame, Amy Karol of Angry Chicken or all of the cute new girly things I am craving to buy this season, but I am absolutely mad for this Ruffler Attachment! I took one home last weekend and even though the sun… Read more »
Potholder Tutorial and the Fusible Thread Trick!
If you weren’t able to make it to our free mini-class on how to make potholders, or you just want a reminder of what we covered in the class, check out the tutorial below. Potholders are a quick and easy way to brighten up your kitchen decor! To make these cute-as-a-button potholders, you’ll need: Two… Read more »
Trade-in Update and Free Mini Class!
We are super excited to offer another Free Mini-Class! It features none other than the BERNINA Aurora sewing machine and super cheerful neon thread. The project offered is a sweet free-motion spring potholder. Who doesn’t love a little something fresh in the kitchen this time of year? This cute little potholder comes together quickly and… Read more »
BERNINA Stitch Regulator and Free Motion Love
I am not a quilter, although I have been know to assemble a quilt or two. I can not stop playing around with free motion quilting and embroidery with more and more frequency. I am in the process of falling in love with the BERNINA Stitch Regulator. I have used it so far on small… Read more »
Winter Classes and Holiday Hours
Just a little heads up: WINTER CLASSES are up! We have added more sessions of popular classes from MD’s amazing teachers like Susanna Scott, Amy Alan, Anna Joyce, Shelly Figueroa, Sally Hess, Elizabeth Hartman, and more. We also have classes from a few new teachers including Robin and Erica! There is more coming on the… Read more »
Alicia Paulson and Cupcakes
Friday, December 3rd from 5-6:30 we will join Alicia Paulson in celebrating her lovely new book Embroidery Companion. We have luscious samples from the book in the store that draw a lot of interest, and Friday evening we will have some cupcakes as well! Made by Alicia herself no less! You will be able to… Read more »