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Recent Posts

  • handmade cloth napkins using japanese cat fabric from lecienCloth Napkins Featuring Watson the Cat
    In Sewing
  • black ikat print dress with sea turtle muralBlack Ikat-Print Dress (Me-Made May 2021)
    In Garment Sewing, Sewing
  • recover the seat on a vanity chairVintage Vanity Chair with Recovered Seat
    In Upholstery

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maker signs from lasercut wood, available at samanthasnap on etsy

plush narwhal sewing kit: make a narwhal! available at fluffyland

wood camera necklaces, available at samanthasnap on etsy

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samanthasews - rainbow quilt in paradise
samanthasews - rainbow quilt in paradise

A selection of my photography is now available as prints for purchase through Society6. Visit SamanthaSews on Society6 to see the full collection.

Rainbow Quilt in Paradise – Photographs by SamanthaSews on Society6

Rainbow Quilt with Palm Trees | Rainbow Quilt with Lighthouse

samanthasews - jaipur market photography
samanthasews - jaipur market photography
samanthasews - jaipur market photography
samanthasews - jaipur market photography

Jaipur Market Photography by SamanthaSews on Society6

Squash | Cucumbers | Wooden Door | Marigolds for the Gods

Hi, I’m Sam.

samantha - author of samanthasewsI love making things. I’m an engineer by trade and a creative person by heart. I love color, plants, yoga, and fabric.

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Colorado Mondays, just like most days in Colorado, Colorado Mondays, just like most days in Colorado, are made for being outside. We spent the morning driving through Rocky Mountain National Park, and did the first section of our drive on this crazy historic road. It’s called Old Fall River Road, and it was opened in 1920. It’s one way, one lane, dirt and gravel, with no guardrails and lots of switchbacks. It was so fun to drive and it really felt like we were in the middle of something special. Every time we saw a patch of snow on the mountains I would squeal. Mountains are the best.
The impetus of our Colorado trip was an incredible The impetus of our Colorado trip was an incredible highlight of the trip but also my LIFE. Guster played Red Rocks… with the Colorado Symphony. It was unbelievable. Red Rocks is the most amazing venue, and @guster was floored to see so many of their fans in one place. They clearly have so much fun making music together and it’s delightful to watch. It was such an awesome show. Absolutely worth flying across the country for!
On Saturday evening we visited the gorgeous Denver On Saturday evening we visited the gorgeous Denver Botanic Gardens where I swooned over wildflowers and adorable cacti. There were also bunnies. 😍 This was my first wear of my new #ddsirocco jumpsuit that I made just in time for the trip! I LOVE it and it was so fun to make. I loved the quilt-like design of one of the garden gates (photo 3). It was such an inspiring and well-designed place. Then it was off to @acreagecolorado for tasting ciders, incredible food, and the most delectable apple cider donuts. Yum. And, of course, wonderful company.
On Saturday morning we went for the most gorgeous On Saturday morning we went for the most gorgeous hike with my cousins. I was thrilled to spend time among real trees and majestic mountains. We hiked ALMOST 7 miles (6.9 to the chagrin of our Fitbits/Apple watches) to a gorgeous lake set in the mountain top. Plus, I even got to wear a sweatshirt, which is always a cozy event for this reluctant Florida resident.
We spent a long weekend in Colorado and it was jus We spent a long weekend in Colorado and it was just the best. So good to delight in mountain views, savor cool mornings and evenings, sample new treats and brews, and spend time with my wonderful cousins. Friday was dedicated to exploring Denver, starting with @fancytigercrafts for beautiful fabrics and then @denverbiscuitco for the most ridiculous biscuit sandwich and an ENORMOUS biscuit cinnamon roll 😍 We also did a lake walk, visited the Wings Over the Rockies air museum, and celebrated the olympics opening ceremonies with a cozy gathering at my cousins’ home (which included Olympic Rings made of fruit and an Olympic torch out of mango!).
One of my favorite sewing staples, @lovetosew.podc One of my favorite sewing staples, @lovetosew.podcast , asked how listeners organize their fabric stash. I have tried a few methods and I really love what I use now, clear plastic under-bed bins. I love that I can see through the bins, and most importantly each bin doesn’t get too heavy or too full- it’s easy to access the fabrics at the bottom of the bin. Each bin still holds a surprising amount! For low yardage like my quilting cottons, I have them all folded vertically so I can see them all at once from the top, and I roll most of my knits to see those as well. Everything else is thick enough that it’s easy to find! The bins are all on a sturdy shelf and they fit PERFECTLY in my closet… seriously, if I forget to latch a bin, the door won’t slide closed 😂
You know us... just going for an after dinner stro You know us... just going for an after dinner stroll to get an ice cream (yes “after dinner” was like 6pm) after spending much of the afternoon in the ocean watching the planes fly by 😍 Such a wonderful holiday day with my handsome photographer. Jumpsuit is #simplicity1355 and fabric is one of my favorites from Jaipur. My one mod to the pattern is I sewed the back shut (rather than a wrap over) and added an invisible zipper in the side seam. #samanthasewsclothes #samanthasewsMMM2021
Today’s #memade is this gray heather tee, it’s Today’s #memade is this gray heather tee, it’s a basic tee with 3/4 sleeves but I added little sleeve tabs with some of my FAVORITE buttons. They’re from my magical aunt Jeanie button box, of course. Green shorts are @gap and they’re perfect for shorts Friday at work! #samanthasewsMMM2021 #samanthasewsclothes #memademay2021 #memademay
I like buying rayon fabrics because they have a wi I like buying rayon fabrics because they have a wide variety of prints, but they’re not very comfortable to wear. Here I combined this one, a cute translucent striped fabric, with a knit yoke to make it comfy and wearable. #samanthasewsMMM2021 #samanthasewsclothes

My Products

maker signs from lasercut wood, available at samanthasewsshop on etsy

plush narwhal sewing kit: make a narwhal! available at fluffyland

wood camera necklaces, available at samanthasnap on etsy

Fluffyland Narwhal Sewing Pattern, Whale Sewing Pattern PDF

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Recent Posts

June 28, 2021
Cloth Napkins Featuring Watson the Cat
May 19, 2021
Black Ikat-Print Dress (Me-Made May 2021)
April 26, 2021
Vintage Vanity Chair with Recovered Seat
April 19, 2021
Make Veggie Broth from Food Scraps - in the Instant Pot!
April 12, 2021
Sewing Room Tour, 2021 Tropical Edition
April 5, 2021
Plant Fabric Canvas Wall Art

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Colorado Mondays, just like most days in Colorado, Colorado Mondays, just like most days in Colorado, are made for being outside. We spent the morning driving through Rocky Mountain National Park, and did the first section of our drive on this crazy historic road. It’s called Old Fall River Road, and it was opened in 1920. It’s one way, one lane, dirt and gravel, with no guardrails and lots of switchbacks. It was so fun to drive and it really felt like we were in the middle of something special. Every time we saw a patch of snow on the mountains I would squeal. Mountains are the best.
The impetus of our Colorado trip was an incredible The impetus of our Colorado trip was an incredible highlight of the trip but also my LIFE. Guster played Red Rocks… with the Colorado Symphony. It was unbelievable. Red Rocks is the most amazing venue, and @guster was floored to see so many of their fans in one place. They clearly have so much fun making music together and it’s delightful to watch. It was such an awesome show. Absolutely worth flying across the country for!
On Saturday evening we visited the gorgeous Denver On Saturday evening we visited the gorgeous Denver Botanic Gardens where I swooned over wildflowers and adorable cacti. There were also bunnies. 😍 This was my first wear of my new #ddsirocco jumpsuit that I made just in time for the trip! I LOVE it and it was so fun to make. I loved the quilt-like design of one of the garden gates (photo 3). It was such an inspiring and well-designed place. Then it was off to @acreagecolorado for tasting ciders, incredible food, and the most delectable apple cider donuts. Yum. And, of course, wonderful company.
On Saturday morning we went for the most gorgeous On Saturday morning we went for the most gorgeous hike with my cousins. I was thrilled to spend time among real trees and majestic mountains. We hiked ALMOST 7 miles (6.9 to the chagrin of our Fitbits/Apple watches) to a gorgeous lake set in the mountain top. Plus, I even got to wear a sweatshirt, which is always a cozy event for this reluctant Florida resident.
We spent a long weekend in Colorado and it was jus We spent a long weekend in Colorado and it was just the best. So good to delight in mountain views, savor cool mornings and evenings, sample new treats and brews, and spend time with my wonderful cousins. Friday was dedicated to exploring Denver, starting with @fancytigercrafts for beautiful fabrics and then @denverbiscuitco for the most ridiculous biscuit sandwich and an ENORMOUS biscuit cinnamon roll 😍 We also did a lake walk, visited the Wings Over the Rockies air museum, and celebrated the olympics opening ceremonies with a cozy gathering at my cousins’ home (which included Olympic Rings made of fruit and an Olympic torch out of mango!).
One of my favorite sewing staples, @lovetosew.podc One of my favorite sewing staples, @lovetosew.podcast , asked how listeners organize their fabric stash. I have tried a few methods and I really love what I use now, clear plastic under-bed bins. I love that I can see through the bins, and most importantly each bin doesn’t get too heavy or too full- it’s easy to access the fabrics at the bottom of the bin. Each bin still holds a surprising amount! For low yardage like my quilting cottons, I have them all folded vertically so I can see them all at once from the top, and I roll most of my knits to see those as well. Everything else is thick enough that it’s easy to find! The bins are all on a sturdy shelf and they fit PERFECTLY in my closet… seriously, if I forget to latch a bin, the door won’t slide closed 😂
You know us... just going for an after dinner stro You know us... just going for an after dinner stroll to get an ice cream (yes “after dinner” was like 6pm) after spending much of the afternoon in the ocean watching the planes fly by 😍 Such a wonderful holiday day with my handsome photographer. Jumpsuit is #simplicity1355 and fabric is one of my favorites from Jaipur. My one mod to the pattern is I sewed the back shut (rather than a wrap over) and added an invisible zipper in the side seam. #samanthasewsclothes #samanthasewsMMM2021
Today’s #memade is this gray heather tee, it’s Today’s #memade is this gray heather tee, it’s a basic tee with 3/4 sleeves but I added little sleeve tabs with some of my FAVORITE buttons. They’re from my magical aunt Jeanie button box, of course. Green shorts are @gap and they’re perfect for shorts Friday at work! #samanthasewsMMM2021 #samanthasewsclothes #memademay2021 #memademay
I like buying rayon fabrics because they have a wi I like buying rayon fabrics because they have a wide variety of prints, but they’re not very comfortable to wear. Here I combined this one, a cute translucent striped fabric, with a knit yoke to make it comfy and wearable. #samanthasewsMMM2021 #samanthasewsclothes

Recent Posts

  • handmade cloth napkins using japanese cat fabric from lecienCloth Napkins Featuring Watson the Cat
    In Sewing
    June 28, 2021
  • black ikat print dress with sea turtle muralBlack Ikat-Print Dress (Me-Made May 2021)
    In Garment Sewing, Sewing
    May 19, 2021
  • recover the seat on a vanity chairVintage Vanity Chair with Recovered Seat
    In Upholstery
    April 26, 2021
  • how to make veggie broth from vegetable scraps instant potMake Veggie Broth from Food Scraps – in the Instant Pot!
    In Eco Tips, Food
    April 19, 2021

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