12 Days of Christmas - Day 11 January 4th, 2018

Becky

January 04, 2018

I sew as a hobby now, and I never seem to get enough time to get ahead of my plans, stash and dreams.

Lisa Simpson

January 04, 2018

I crochet and sew primarily as a hobby and I love to make American Girl Doll Clothes for my Granddaughters. I spend maybe 15 hours a week doing both! Thank you so much for your kindness!!!

Motorcycle Oma

January 04, 2018

I primarily sew for fun. Just started to get back into it now that I have grandchildren. Sewing for the dolls & little ones as well as teaching my granddaughter. I spend about 5 hours a week but would like to do more. I’ve recently started crochetting and would like to try my hand at knitting too. Haven’t done either for many years.

S

January 04, 2018

I sew primarily as a hobby, on average I spend a couple of hours a week working on my current project.

Gaile

January 04, 2018

I sew primarily as a hobby, I spend about 6 to 8 hours a week in my new little building my husband fixed for me. I love American Girl dolls, so I mostly sew for them.. I love the Civil War era, but have never tried to sew these dresses.

Tammie B

January 04, 2018

I sew primarily as a hobby that has now turned into a home based business. On average, most weeks I spend no less than 5 days a week 10-12 hrs a day sewing, but if I’m really excited about what I’m sewing it turns into all 7 days spent in my “She Shed” that I have made into a fabulous sewing shop. My daughters friends come by every couple of days to see the new doll clothes and many of them have now started bring their moms by too!

Judy H

January 04, 2018

I sew primarily as a hobby. On average, I spend about 5 hrs a week. Due to taking care of ailing husband, I don’t always get as much time as I would like.

Teena

January 04, 2018

I do sewing and crafting as a business, with at least an hour a day on average spent on various tasks.

kim

January 04, 2018

“I sew primarily as a hobby on average, I spend around 10 hours a week, more in the winter when the weather is too cold or snowy to go outside.

Mary

January 04, 2018

I sew primarily items for my home. Recently I made a comforter cover, shams and cornices for a room I just redecorated. I spend about 10 hours a week sewing. I also spend my time making AG doll clothes. When I have time for that, I spend about 20 hours a week. I used to spend 40 hours a week sewing for a private company making men’s accessories such as bowties, vests, ascots, and belts.

Nanna Bee

January 04, 2018

I sew primarily to have a fuller life otherwise I allow chores, writing projects, busy-busy grind to consume, exhaust, and sadden me. The fuller life enlivens my contacts with my grand-girls and neighbors’ children,especially when my projects have me working with them on historical clothing to fit school history projects. Several years back your catalog cover featured an American Girl doll in a dress which closely matched a similar dress worn by one of the girl’s great-great-great grandmother to a White House reception,and we made several of those!

Anna P

January 04, 2018

I want to sew as a hobby, my goal is to spend at least an hour a week. (Up until now my main hobby has been reading, but after finding Pixie Faire I’ve become excited to take up sewing, which I haven’t tried in years – and thanks to my mom getting me some basic sewing supplies of my own, I’m ready to start!)

Jacqueline

January 04, 2018

“I knit primarily as a passion on average, I spend 20 or more hours per week ”

Ruth E. Chidley

January 04, 2018

I sew, knit and crochet primarily as a hobby. With 16 grandchildren and depending on how many birthdays in a month or how near to a holiday, I spend, on average, 20-30 hours a week working on my projects. I love every minute of time I spend crafting my children and grandchildren and friends gifts of love!?

Linda in PA

January 04, 2018

I sew primarily as a hobby and spend maybe 8-10 hours a week. More in the winter when I don’t want to go out; less in the summer when I’m hiking.

Bev

January 04, 2018

I sew and craft to give gifts and to satisfy my passion to create. I am also a retired Family and Consumer Science teacher.

Shannon Weis

January 04, 2018

I sew primarily as a hobby; on average I spend 1 hour/month.

Ronda

January 04, 2018

I sew for a hobby about five hours each week

Maria Crosman

January 04, 2018

I sew primarily as a hobby, I quilt
for family and home, baby things, wedding dresses for family etc I do love making doll clothes

Leela

January 04, 2018

I sew clothing primarily as a hobby.. on average, I spend 1-2 hours in a week.

Gayle Keaton

January 04, 2018

I knit, sew, bead, paint…you get the for fun an average of at least 14 hours a week.

Misty C

January 04, 2018

I sew and crochet primarily as a hobby, on average I spend around 2-4 hours a week sewing and/or crocheting. I’ll spend more time if my health allows it.

Debbie

January 04, 2018

I sew and crochet primarily as a hobby about 2-5 hours a week, but it really depends on the week. I am starting to do craft shows again, but not sure if that will be long term or not. Once I have my craft, sewing items, and areas organized; I will definitely spend more hours each week. I love the feeling of accomplishment and pride in a project that turned out the way I thought it would.

Susan

January 04, 2018

I sew primarly for myself. Love sewing for my 18 inch Molly doll. Wish I had more time to do it. I work 7-8 hours a day right now. Would love these patterns. I have been sewing since I was in 4-H. Love it.

Michelle Cherry

January 04, 2018

I sew as a hobby. I love make outfits for my dolls.

Joni

January 04, 2018

I sew primarily as a home business to pay for my sewing hobby :) On average I sew about at least 20 hours a week.

Sioux Mercer

January 04, 2018

I sew, knit, crochet primarily as a hobby, or to create gifts. On average, I spend 3-20 hours per week working on projects.

Lori

January 04, 2018

I sew and knit as a hobby, to make items I like and for gifts. I spend about 10 hours a week.

Karen M.

January 04, 2018

Sewing is my most loved hobby, and I don’t spend enough time doing it; but I try to sew 2 – 5 hours a week.

Cris

January 04, 2018

I primarily sew as a hobby. Most of my gifts come from the sewing machine. 2 or 3 hours a week is all I can squeeze out of a busy dairy farming schedule.

kasey

January 04, 2018

“I sew / embroider / add vinyl design to clothing primarily as a hobby and occasionally for profit. On average, I spend less time than I would like to on sewing and my other crafts. I may spend 3-4 hours a week.

Jean

January 04, 2018

I sew as a hobby usually 4-8 hours a week.

Linda

January 04, 2018

I see primarily as a hobby on average, I spend 3 – 5 hours a week. Until the project catches my attention then it becomes a sewing marathon to finish it. ?

Rhonda

January 04, 2018

I sew primarily as a hobby on average, I spend 20 hours a week

Debbie

January 04, 2018

Growing up, I was taught to never let my hands be idle so I like to have some kind of project that I’m working on nearby if I’m not busy with something else. With a recent move and the holidays, I haven’t been able to do as much as I’d like but hope to increase my time once everything has settled down.

Suzie

January 04, 2018

I sew primarily as a hobby on average, I spend… 15 hours a week. I spend time also looking for new patterns to try on different websites. I’m pretty new to sewing doll clothes. I’m also a fairly new quilter.

Annie

January 04, 2018

Rita

January 04, 2018

“I sew primarily as a hobby for my family; on average, I spend 30 hours a week sewing.

Roberta

January 04, 2018

I sew primarily for fun. I spend 5-10 hours a week. I have made all of my grandchildren personalized quilts for them when they graduated.

Diane R.

January 04, 2018

I primarily crochet and donate for our senior craft shop and for our church ladies aid, I usually spend 4 hours a day crocheting. I do wish I had more inclination to sew.

Pepper

January 04, 2018

I sew, knit, crochet,quilt,cross stitch just for the enjoyment of being able to create something. My Grandmother taught me and we spent many hours together. Now I am able to teach my own grandaughters

Donna Wooten

January 04, 2018

I crochet primarily as a hobby, but I probably spend ten or twelve hours a week at it!

Kara

January 04, 2018

I sew for a hobby, I learned to sew in 7th grade home ec and I loved it. I’m a grandma and I sew during the winter months to stop boredom here in freezing Northern Michigan. So I sew like 15-hrs a week making doll clothes for my 3 granddaughters in Georgia.

Montenia

January 04, 2018

I sew primarily as a hobby on average, I spend about 5 hours a week.

Dorothy

January 04, 2018

I sew as a hobby and to keep my fingers limber. I enjoy sewing and designing for my dolls, on the average of 5 hours a week.

Sue Drogsvold

January 04, 2018

“I sew  primarily as a hobby and for relaxation on average, I spend a couple of hours on the weekends(not near enough time to so something you love)

Cecelia

January 04, 2018

I sew primarily as a hobby about 2-12 hours per week.

Sharon

January 04, 2018

I sew and embroider as a hobby (either doll clothes or Renaissance garb), and spend anywhere from 2-5 hours a day depending upon the time of the year.

Greema

January 04, 2018

I primarily sew as a hobby. usually 3-4 hours a week.

Melaine Davis

January 04, 2018

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“I sew or crochet]  primarily as a hobby on average, I spend around 12 hours a week

liz

January 04, 2018

i sew as a hobby and buisness. i usually spend 10 to 12 hours a week sewing.

liz

January 04, 2018

i sew as a hobby and buisness. i usually spend 10 to 12 hours a week sewing.

Robin joss

January 04, 2018

April Crossetti Betts

January 04, 2018

I’ve been sewing and crocheting for 44 years. Crochet is my first love. Both I do as a hobby, making gifts and therapy. I enjoy the look on the faces of the receivers of gifts. The hours I spend varies. My dolls are rescue babies and usually don’t have any clothes or shoes. The Colonial dress is great for those of us in the DAR (Daughters of the American Revolution) – beautiful!

kathy

January 04, 2018

I sew primarily as a hobby on average, I spend eight hours in a week sewing.

Grandma Freckles

January 04, 2018

“I sew primarily as a hobby on average, I spend 4-6 hours per week. But I also spend time arranging scenes with my dolls & then taking photos & making a video of each scene – https://www.facebook.com/dolltayloringbyLorine/ I usually make an extra outfit or 2 to give as gifts or sell, sometimes. I really like Thimbles & Acorns patterns.

Jan T

January 04, 2018

I try to sew or related to sewing everyday. Being retired does have some benefits ? Machine time is my favorite time

Denise

January 04, 2018

I sew primarily as a hobby and spend on average 3-4 hours a week sewing.

Barbara

January 04, 2018

“I sew, knit and crochet primarily as a hobby, on average, I spend a vairable amount of time depending on the weather, winter is a great time to sew, knit crochet and spin for me. I am retired now but still run a farm so summer can be very busy. I enjoy creative outlets, it really lowers the blood pressure! I have a couple of nieces that have the best dressed AGD’s in their neighborhood and school, and it has been fun doing these items for them.

Renee

January 04, 2018

I enjoy sewing as a hobby. I spend a couple hours a week sewing.

Brittany

January 04, 2018

I sew as a hobby for a few hours each week depending on how my body is treating me!

Nancy

January 04, 2018

would love to make period costumes for my dolls, the patterns will really help me. I donate the outfits to my American Sewing Guild Chapter for our annual fundraiser; we sell raffle tickets for wardrobes of 12 to 15 outfits for each collection. The pixie faire collections are most helpful.

Anonymous

January 04, 2018

I sew primarily as a hobby on average, I spend very little time in the week sewing cause of business? And I need to get working on raising that time :D

Sarah

January 04, 2018

I sew primarily as a hobby (and micro business – I need to have someplace to put everything I make!) on average, I spend probably a few hours in any given week. If I have a commission or deadline for a project, I’ll spend more time sewing.

Joan Bloecher

January 04, 2018

I sew mainly as a hobby and for grandchildren. I have 9 GD but only 4 that I primarily sew for. I spend approx 4-6 hrs a week actually sewing. Many hours planning in my head. Don’t think I’ll live long enough to get it all done!!

Carri

January 04, 2018

I sew both for business and pleasure. I love making garments for my family and e.

Pat C

January 04, 2018

I sew or knit/crochet primarily as a hobby. Sometimes I sell a few things. I spend about 15 to 16 hours a week in my hobby room.

Pat Y

January 04, 2018

I sew both for a home business and a hobby making gifts for family and friends. I sew about 2-3 hours each day..

Andrea

January 04, 2018

I crochet primary as a hobby on average I spend 12 hours a week crocheting.

Debby McGrath

January 04, 2018

Hi, I sew primarily for the joy of it but also as a home based business. I have an Etsy store, do several craft shows and custom flower girl dresses. I spend approximately 20 plus hours a week.
The doll dresses are my favourite, always lots of fun to make. This giveaway would be a fabulous one to win! Thanks!

sheila m

January 04, 2018

Since my retirement, I sew, knit, or crochet primarily as a hobby. On average, I spend about 6 hours a week working on projects. I always have several going on at once. Love your patterns!

Patty H

January 04, 2018

I see primarily as a hobby, on average I spent approximately two hours a week. I hope to spend two days a week after retirement in March. I’m so excited to spend more time in my craft room.

Karen

January 04, 2018

I knit primarily for a hobby, it’s relaxing, on average an hr or more a day and also for grandchildren/

Buffy

January 04, 2018

I sew primarily for my own sanity. I started when I was 5 years old and living on my family’s farm in Ohio. My mom taught me how to alter the hand me downs from my older cousins. Sewing and crafting has always been a large part of my life. I spend time almost every day creating or doodling something I want to create.

Tori

January 04, 2018

I sew primarily as a hobby. On average, I spend an hour a week working on costumes for my little cousins!

Judy L

January 04, 2018

I sew and quilt primarily as a hobby, but sometimes for a craft fair. I usually spend about an hour a couple of days during the week and 4-6 on the weekend except when I am in my garden. I sew for my family and for me!!

Lois

January 04, 2018

I sew primarily as a hobby on average, I spend maybe 18 hours a week on sewing projects.

Cheri

January 04, 2018

I sew primarily as a hobby and spend about 5 hours a week making doll clothes and other gifts for friends and family.

Cookie

January 04, 2018

“I sew, knit, and crochet primarily as a hobby for my granddaughters; on average, I spend approximately six hours a week crafting for my grandchildren.”

Patsy

January 04, 2018

I sew, quilt, crochet, draw as a hobby and for myself to relax. I enjoy making American Girl clothes that I get from you. If I crochet an outfit or accessory, it takes me hours and maybe a week to complete, I have quilted a small quilt for my Granddaughter, which took longer because I have so much going on. I also crocheted the quilt you all had on your website, 2, one for each Granddaughter and their American Girl. If I could I would spend everyday, all day sewing, crocheting, quilting and drawing. I have now started making scarfs using the circle Knitter, and have made 2 scarfs for American Girl. So much fun making doll clothes and you all have the most wonderful designers. I may never finish making all the patterns I have gotten from you all!!!

Rose Ann

January 04, 2018

I sew primarily as a hobby making clothes, quilts, stuffed animals, toys for my family. I spend about 8 hours a week.

Cat

January 04, 2018

I sew primarily as a home business but also as a hobby. On average, I spend 1-2 hours a day sewing catnip toys for selling, or costumes for myself or my dolls.

Martha

January 04, 2018

I sew primarily as a hobby to give doll clothes as gifts , on average, I spend probably zero hours a week sewing until I find a little girl in need of doll clothes. When that happens, it averages out to about 6 hours each week until the projects are done.

Rebecca

January 04, 2018

I primarily sew as an expensive hobby. During the summer, I get to spend several hours a day doing what I love.

Sue

January 04, 2018

I sew for a hobby….my granddaughter has me chained to my sewing machine! She has me there as often as she can! She loves her American Girl doll and always wants more clothes! I spend at least 20 hours a week sewing! She has several dolls so needs a big wardrobe and all the goodies to go with them!

Kelly

January 04, 2018

I sew primarily as a hobby to make doll clothes for my four kids, on average, I spend just a couple of hours a week. I also crochet as a hobby to make gifts for family and friends as well as some doll clothes for the kids, on average, I spend about 3 hours a week crocheting.

Mary

January 04, 2018

I sew as a hobby. I average about 5 to 8 hours week. Love the pattern. I call it my stress reliever.

Michelle

January 04, 2018

I sew primarily as stress relief and for my kids. I spend several hours a week sewing or doing something sewing related.

Shelley

January 04, 2018

I sew primarily for my home business. Pin average I spend 8 to 10 hours a day sewing, cutting and deciding on fabrics and design.

Maryann

January 04, 2018

“I sew primarily as a hobby and for work as I am a FACS teacher. on average, I spend ten hours a week sewing.”

Blt

January 04, 2018

Love crafting, sewing, embroidery for grandchildren and others several hours per week as time permits.

Betty Victory

January 04, 2018

sally morris

January 04, 2018

I like to sew historic costumes.

Pat

January 04, 2018

I sew primarily as a retirement hobby and some weeks I sew about 20+ hours but then in summer, the time is less. I sew mainly to make gifts, home decor, & doll clothes for the local Christmas Toy Drive.

Cherie

January 04, 2018

I sew primarily as a hobby. I sew 5-10 hours per week (more if I can find the time). I love sewing doll clothes, handbags and quilting. I love creating with my sewing machine!

Kathleen

January 04, 2018

I sew doll clothes as a hobby. I love to give them away. I spend about 15 hours a week.

Rene L.

January 04, 2018

“I sew primarily as a hobby on average, I spend one hour per week.”

Shannon Eileen

January 04, 2018

I sew primarily as a hobby and a stress reliever for around 2-3 hours a week. It really depends on how busy I am or what projects I’m working on.

MaryAnne Bartlett

January 04, 2018

“I sew primarily as a hobby about 5 hours per week and for my business on average, I spend… 10-15 hours per week…”

Olga B

January 04, 2018

“I sew primarily as a hobby on average, I spend around 10 hours in a week sewing and preparing for project.