In Perú there is a language known as Quechua. This language was spoken in the Incan Empire and is spoken by people mainly in the Andes mountains. While I don’t speak the language personally, and I probably won’t ever truly…
How To Style A Corset Top 6 Ways
Earlier this year we created this Anthropologie-inspired corset top. You can read about how to make one for yourself here and read about the pattern and design process here. If you made one, or have something similar already in your…
How To Make A Tulle Overlay Dress: Pattern-Free Sewing
Today we’re making our third item in the #UseUpYourStashChallenge. This one is fun, whimsical, and has all the ruffles. We’re making a tulle overlay dress! In my efforts to use up some extra fabric in my crafty stash, I’m happy…
Health Advocacy: Informed Decisions Are The Most Important: Part 3
Welcome to the third installment of our blog series, “Being Your Own Health Advocate.” If you’ve been following along, you’ll recall in the first post we discussed the importance of health advocacy. Then, in the second post, we explored practical…
A Complete Tour Of The Lima Flower Market
The Lima flower market, or Mercado de Flores has the biggest selection of plants, florals and potted plants in all of Perú. If you like flowers or plants or are in the market to buy a birthday bouquet or anniversary…
Easy Upcycles: How To Fix Cropped Jean Jacket Pockets
Let’s learn how to simply and quickly fix pockets on a cropped jean jacket. If you recently purchased a cropped jacket from the store, you have one in your closet, or you thrifted one and you noticed the pockets were…