As I am writing this blog, I am looking out at the dumping of snow we got last night. It looks beautiful but the wind has picked up and it is cold and blustery. It is a perfect day to spend on the couch in front of the fireplace, but […]

As I am writing this blog, I am looking out at the dumping of snow we got last night. It looks beautiful but the wind has picked up and it is cold and blustery. It is a perfect day to spend on the couch in front of the fireplace, but […]
Is anyone else sick of winter? I can’t wait for some warmer weather! Being stuck in the house doesn’t help but I think one thing that most of us has found is that our fashion sense has changed, at least for now. Who wants to sit around in tight jeans […]
New to Effort’s Eco-Essentials accessory line are men’s and women’s hemp ankle socks. Up until recently, they only had calf-high hiking socks. Don’t get me wrong, I love these longer socks, but I have been patiently waiting for an eco-friendly hemp ankle sock to appear on their website. My wait […]

I must confess I used to be a shopaholic. I would go to the mall every week and spend the day looking for bargains. The cheaper the better! I would head straight for the sale racks at H&M to see what items were reduced in price. I would be on […]

Most of us have been wearing face masks for months now. Even with the hopes of an effective vaccine on the way, we are being asked to be diligent about washing our hands, social distancing and wearing a mask. Unfortunately for some, wearing a mask is causing serious irritation and […]
If you have not tried sewing with bamboo jersey, you are missing out! You will absolutely love the way this fabric looks and feels. Bamboo fabric is ideal for all your sewing projects from athletic wear to casual wear to formal wear. Why should you try sewing with bamboo jersey […]