Jan's Smocking Blog

"Journey" AS&E issue 94 Wouldn't you feel like a princess in this dress? The pattern called for the ties to be out of t...

I'm so happy with how this dress turned out! I think it took me about 1/2 hour to put together the right combination of prints versus s...

"Princess Isabella" AS&E issue 86 Made with inexpensive batiste from Hancock Fabrics. Since I couldn't find the exact l...

I have some very fun and exciting news to share with all of you! Laura over at Ellie Inspired patterns has chosen me to be one of her patter...

About 6 weeks ago a lady came into where I work. Her name is Sally and she brought in the most amazing christening gown. I just about kicke...

I thought we could celebrate all celebrate with some cake! I found some pics of pretty cakes and wanted to share. These cakes are too prett...

"Daisy" from AS&E issue 89 The first pic was a little blurry, so I'm glad I took two. I had a nice day of sewing. I stil...