Author: thelongthread

Today 1, 2, 3 Sew is visiting over at Coquette and House on Hill Road.

Natalie of Coquette is the former editor of CRAFT and now fills her time with blogging and spending time with her little girl. You should also check out Natalie’s other blog Coquette Maman, which focuses on fashion and style for moms and their kids. Today she has posted a review of the book, photos and she’s offering a giveaway!

House on Hill Road is a lovely blog where Erin shows us her sewing, crafts and life with kids. It’s a warm and cozy place and makes me think I should have a cup of tea when I’m reading it. Erin has made a couple of the mouse pincushions from the book and in addition to offering a book, she is also giving away one of her little mice. So sweet! Be sure to check out Erin’s shop where she sells these great quilted camera straps (pictured above).

Thanks to Natalie and Erin for being part of the blog tour!

Today the blog tour heads to Papernstitch where I did a podcast interview with Brittni about the process of publishing 1, 2, 3 Sew. Brittni Mehlhoff manages this fabulous exhibition site, showcasing some of the best talent in independent art and handmade design. Her blog is packed full of excellent resources for crafty businesses and those who love handmade.

In addition to getting to hear my raspy voice and Alabama accent (pretty sure I called a blog a “blawg”), you can hear about how I found a publisher, edited the book, and some of the not-so-glamorous details of the book-making process. Like the story of the real setting of this seemingly idyllic photo below.

Photo by Laura Malek.

So head over and listen to the interview with Brittni. And I apologize for the feedback. We did the interview via skype and it seems that I should have used a headset or microphone or something.

Thanks to Papernstitch for being part of the blog tour! Oh, and I’ll soon share a sneak peek of that new project I mentioned!

Today 1, 2, 3 Sew is headed over to Modern Kiddo where Dottie has whipped up the Change Your Mind Skirt from the book. It’s a reversible girl’s skirt with rickrack trim between the layers. It turned out so cute! Check it out and be sure to read more from Modern Kiddo to stay updated on all things vintage, crafty and fun for your modern kids.

Thanks Alix and Dottie for being part of the blog tour!