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Bridal & Other Formal Alterations

Bridal & Other Formal Alterations

Published by on April 12, 2016 | Leave a response

By Laura D. Field of Davina Dawn Sewing Specialties So often those getting alterations for their formal gowns anticipate a simple tuck, a small adjustment and that all time favorite “simple” hem. What I have discovered over time, is that what aids the client in not comprehending the cost of alterations is that of some […]

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My daughter Heather did all the cross stitching while my husband created the frame, which compliments the delicate features of Heathers hand stitching. I love it when family members join together to create something beautiful for a family member. ~ Laura

Cross Stitch & Custom Frame – Family Giving

Published by on December 21, 2014 | Leave a response

  I find it quite satisfying in seeing how the talents of our family can pull together to create something so beautiful in an effort to give a gift of love to someone special. While David and I spent many hours in study this year, there has been little time for us to use our […]

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Even the socks are more enjoyable to wear after the refreshed look after the dyeing process. Davina Dawn Sewing Specialties http://www.davinadawnsewing.com

Dyeing for Change

Published by on September 6, 2014 | 2 Responses

  We can so easily toss an item, due to a stain, a rip, or any imperfection that could be fixed. Sometimes we find a second hand article of clothing or home decor that just needs a little TLC, or when we bring it home, we discover that that it needs more than a simple […]

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Sewn and completed with webbed strapped, pockets and squared corners. Davina Dawn Sewing Specialties - www.davinadawnsewing.com

Leftover Fabric Makes for a Great Tote

Published by on August 29, 2014 | Leave a response

My previous post A Cushion for Fishing provided me with a great piece of leftover fabric, along with a few smaller pieces as well. I toyed with the idea of making another cushion, but decided that I really did not want to invest in another piece of foam, creating something that probably would not get used […]

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Fishing Boat Cushion for use as a buffer for knee protection. Made by Laura - Davina Dawn Sewing Specialties www.davinadawnsewing.com

A Cushion for Fishing – Knee Protection

Published by on August 28, 2014

Creating a cushion to be used while my husband goes fishing, to be used a buffer to protect his knees. Last year my husband did quite a bit of fishing, more than he has for a few years, and while out in his canoe and kayak, he decided that he had a use for a […]

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Wingback chair project, done by Laura & her husband Seams to Me - Davina Dawn Sewing Specialties

Re-upholstering our Wingback Chair

Published by on August 20, 2014

Sometimes my husband and I take on new projects together. This week we decided to attempt taking our old wingback chair, that had definitely seen better days, and recover it with fabric we had found about 4 – 6 years ago. This was our second attempt at recovering a piece of our furniture, our last […]

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Doll Makeover - From dusty & dirty with matted hair and shoes needing a cobbler. These girls are now ready to go home to be the special Christmas present for two very special young girls. For Sue - TLC work done by Laura of Davina Dawn Sewing Specialties Blog: www.SeamsToMe.DavinaDawnSewing.com Web-site: www.davinadawnsewing.com

Christmas Dolls – TLC Doll-Makeover

Published by on November 26, 2013 | Leave a response

  One of my friends called me a few weeks back asking if I might be able to provide a little TLC for some dolls that she found at a yard sale, which made her think of her two young granddaughters. It was an honor to be called for this request, and certainly brought back […]

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"Sewing along with the ups & downs of constant motion, even in sewing, we get physical exercise." ~ Laura D. Field - Seams To Me Blogging Davina Dawn Sewing Specialties ~ Putting Thread to Fabric ~

Physical Sewing Exercise

Published by on November 22, 2013 | Leave a response

One would think that as I sit back and sew projects, that one would get “soft” with the lack of exercise.  Fortunately, for me, I have noticed more frequently how often I am moving, and with every move there is a motion of exercise that aids in one keeping in shape.  Don’t mistake this as […]

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A close-up of the breast cancer square. The only new fabric is the breast cancer daisy and hearts, the others were from her stash.

Remember Her Quilting

Published by on November 20, 2013 | Leave a response

Life has a way of captivating our attention while drawing us away from what is important and what matters most in life.  This blog post is in memory of my mother’n law who passed away over a year ago.  As we get closer to the Christmas holiday, a celebration that my mother’n law loved the […]

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www.QuiltersNewsletter.com o Christmas Table Runner: Christmas in the Cabin - by Jen Daly

Setting the Table – Christmas in the Cabin

Published by on November 17, 2013 | Leave a response

I love finding inspiration while browsing the internet.  Some things I want to copy stitch for stitch, then there are projects that my own creative thoughts of color and purpose take over.  Today I received a quilt newsletter (you can sign up to receive their newsletters as well) sharing a free pattern for a Christmas Table […]

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