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Sewing Buddies: An Inter-generational Sewing Program
I’m a big believer in inter-generational experiences leading to the well-being of everyone involved. There's something about learning...
Laura Kasowitz
Oct 17, 2019


Woven vs. Knits
Choosing the right fabric can make a big difference. Learn the difference between woven fabric and knit fabric!
Laura Kasowitz
Oct 3, 2019


Wedding Guest McCalls 7608 Jumpsuit
I made a jumpsuit! I don't consider myself a jumpsuit person at all and have never found one that fit me. Correction: I have never even...
Laura Kasowitz
Aug 19, 2019


Connecting Stitchers: Olivia
In this second post on our Stitcher highlight, I am so happy to introduce you to Olivia. Olivia started sewing with me in one of my after...
Laura Kasowitz
Apr 22, 2019


Mindful Stitching Part 1
How it Started... Last fall I found myself where many of us do from time to time, especially if you’re a parent: I felt overwhelmed...
Laura Kasowitz
Apr 2, 2019


Connecting Stitchers: Jodi
Once a month I will shine the spotlight on one of the amazing Stitchers that make up our community. Jodi has agree to be the first up!...
Laura Kasowitz
Mar 25, 2019


Where to Donate Your Fabric
We are very fortunate that we are frequently contact by people looking to donate fabric, sewing notions and equipment. I'm always...
Laura Kasowitz
Mar 11, 2019


This is My Happy Place
I have always been open that I started Hartford Stitch in a fairly unconventional way. You’re told that before opening a business you...
Laura Kasowitz
Mar 5, 2019


Favorite Girls' Clothes Sewing Patterns
Sewing for kids is really fun. Sure, they ruin it nearly immediately, grow out of it faster than I can finish it, and may no longer like...
Laura Kasowitz
Sep 7, 2018


Free Back to School Pattern: Insulated Lunch Bag
Kiddos in West Hartford are heading back to school today! This year is so much different for my family than last year. Last year we had a...
Laura Kasowitz
Aug 29, 2018


Fall Wardrobe Sewing: Ginger, Kelly and Linden
Every year we head to the Cape with my husband's family. We love those warm beach days bookended by cool mornings and evenings....
Laura Kasowitz
Aug 20, 2018


The Linen Shorts Project
Shorts have always been one of those nemesis pieces of clothing. If the inseam is too short it rides up, but too long and it looks goofy....
Laura Kasowitz
May 16, 2018


Sewing Spring: Vogue 9253
Earlier this Spring I took part in Seamwork's Design Your Wardrobe Challenge. It was a wonderful process of identifying not only clothing...
Laura Kasowitz
Apr 27, 2018


Sewing Green: Visible Mending
If you subscribe to our newsletter you saw that I've started including some "Sewing Green" tips in honor of Earth Day this month. (Psss-...
Laura Kasowitz
Apr 15, 2018


What's Your Style?
The thoughts below were included in my most recent newsletter. Sewing is so much more than connecting two pieces of fabric with thread....
Laura Kasowitz
Mar 18, 2018
Sewing and Textile Arts that Connect Us
The thoughts below were included in my most recent newsletter. Sewing is so much more than connecting two pieces of fabric with thread....
Laura Kasowitz
Mar 4, 2018


Gifts to Make for "Me-Time"
Are you looking to relax a little more in the New Year? Focus a little more on own well-being? Here are some projects that encourage will...
Laura Kasowitz
Dec 1, 2017


Gifts to Make for New Moms!
These gifts are good any time of the year and not just for "new" Moms, or just Moms... Dads would love these too! I'm rounding up some...
Laura Kasowitz
Nov 29, 2017


Gifts to Make for the Pet Lover
I always thought I was a "dog person". We had beloved dogs growing up and I plan to adopt one when the kid's are older, but then I had...
Laura Kasowitz
Nov 27, 2017


Gifts to Make for Kids!
Alright folks, it's here---- THE HOLIDAY SEASON! It's Hannukah time! It's Christmas time! Time to get in the spirit! I looooove...
Laura Kasowitz
Nov 25, 2017
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