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Posted on March 1, 2022February 28, 2022 by Rae Cumbie — 2 Comments

Tabula Rasa Connects with Classic Sewing, and a whole lot more…

The sewing world is inhabited by a friendly crowd with very diverse interests, but it seems we are always crossing paths in enlightening ways.  The past month was so full of fun connections we just had to share. A wonderful new friendship has been formed with Classic Sewing Magazine.  We… 

Categories: Events, Online teaching, Sewing Retreat
Posted on February 8, 2022February 8, 2022 by Rae Cumbie — 3 Comments

Let’s Get Together

We have some fun class experiences ready for you this winter into spring.  Some are virtual and some are in person and we trust you will plug in as you are able to keep your sewing lively and challenging. OSQE Atlanta – Live Booth, Fashion Show, Classes, Sewing Fun Join… 

Categories: Events, Online teaching, Sewing Retreat, Travel
Posted on June 8, 2021June 7, 2021 by Rae Cumbie — 2 Comments

Knit Sewing Adventures

While preparing to teach the Knit Fit Nuances class online June 17 and the Knits that Are Sew Fabulous class at the Cleveland/Akron OSQE, I have been reflecting on my knit sewing journey. Sewing with knits was a new concept when I was in high school. My family had recently… 

Categories: How to, Inspiration, Knits, Online teaching, Sewing Retreat
Posted on June 1, 2021May 31, 2021 by Rae Cumbie — 2 Comments

Stitching Reflections of Life

Are you sewing or designing in any new ways?  The forced isolation of the last 14 months led me to take a virtual art quilt class.  It’s part of my ongoing effort to develop a more abstract eye in relation to sewing and wearable art.  My travel schedule has never… 

Categories: Design, Helpful Hints, How to, Inspiration, Online teaching, Quilting, Sewing Retreat
Posted on January 12, 2021January 11, 2021 by Rae Cumbie — 2 Comments

Let’s Get Together Online

We have some fun class experiences ready for you this winter into spring.  They are all virtual as we continue to shelter in place in compliance with safety protocols.  We hope you will join us to sharpen your skills and increase your creativity. OSQE Classes With our partners at the… 

Categories: Events, Helpful Hints, How to, Inspiration, Online teaching, Sewing Retreat, Travel
Posted on July 14, 2020July 14, 2020 by Rae Cumbie — 3 Comments

Zooming and Sewing

It’s time for an I-sew-lation check in to see how you are filling your sewing hours in this unusual time.  We hope you have found some fun sewing projects in addition to mask making to keep your machine humming and your creativity blossoming.   If you need some ideas, check out… 

Categories: Events, Inspiration, Online teaching, Resources, Sewing Retreat
Posted on January 7, 2020January 5, 2020 by Carrie Emerson — Leave a comment

Make Sewing Plans for 2020

The beginning of a new year is always a good time for making resolutions and plans.  Rae and I have been setting our business goals for 2020 – new events, new patterns, a foray into downloadable products, expanding our wholesale business – and monthly plans.  We are probably overly optimistic… 

Categories: Events, Sewing Retreat
Posted on November 26, 2019November 26, 2019 by Rae Cumbie — Leave a comment

Bountiful Fit for Art Thanks

I am grateful that in the US we have a day every year when we are prompted to give thanks.  Life is so busy I wonder if I would ever stop and count my blessings without the Thanksgiving prompt.  I hope you feel the love from us as we name… 

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Posted on November 5, 2019November 5, 2019 by Rae Cumbie — Leave a comment

Simple French Gifts

Putting the final finishes on the descriptions and registration process for our Enchanting France, Embellishing Fabric trip in 2020 allowed my mind to wander back to our 2019 adventure.  I have been reflecting on the time spent in the studio last July, playing with a variety of fabric embellishments.  One… 

Categories: Events, Fabric, Sewing Retreat, Surface Design, Technique
Posted on August 27, 2019November 5, 2019 by Rae Cumbie — 3 Comments

Sew Successfully – Save the Date

Retreat with us in 2020 to up your sewing game!  Increase your garment sewing expertise as you work beside fellow sewists and the Fit for Art team at one of our retreats.  This week at our Sew Successfully Summer retreat, participants developed well fitting patterns for Eureka! Pants and Tabula… 

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