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Tutorial: Pillow covers with no dog ear corners

March 5, 2018 by Anne Weaver

When you stuff a flat pillow cover with a fluffy pillow insert dog ears are pretty much inevitable. You know, those flat bits of fabric in the corners where the pillow insert doesn’t quite reach. There’s a fix for that. … Read more ...

Tutorial: Use chain piecing for speed up your patchwork

March 4, 2018 by Anne Weaver

One of the tricks that quilters use to speed up their sewing is chain piecing. Chain piecing allows you to sew lots of short seams, one after another, without lifting up or putting down your presser foot. If you’ve never… Read more ...

Tutorial: Recycled denim hexie rug

March 4, 2018 by Anne Weaver

I love sewing with recycled denim! The variations in wash and wear patterns make for interesting colors and shading. I keep a stash of old jeans so I’ve always got some on hand. Rachel from A Beautiful Mess shows how… Read more ...

Tutorial and pattern: Cork eyeglass case

March 4, 2018 by Anne Weaver

Have you sewed with cork fabric before? I haven’t, but it’s on my list to try. I have a feeling I will love it! Sara from Sew Sweetness has a free pattern for a cute glasses case that you can… Read more ...

Tutorial and pattern: Bunnies in Love patchwork pillow

March 3, 2018 by Anne Weaver

Make a Spring throw pillow with patchwork and sweet bunnies! Bev from Flamingo Toes shares a free pattern and tutorial. I’m not sure what I love more – the hearts in the air between the two bunnies, or the fluffy… Read more ...

Tutorial: Foldover clutch purse

March 2, 2018 by Anne Weaver

You can sew a stylish lined zippered pouch like this one. Kimberly from Sweet Red Poppy has a tutorial showing how. Color blocking shows off the foldover top, and a large yarn tassel hangs from the zipper pull. Make it… Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial: Add zipper accents to a plain t-shirt

March 2, 2018 by Anne Weaver

Zippers might be functional, but they’re also a fun way to add color or bling to a plain top. (Especially if you use a metal zipper!) Courtney from A Little Craft in Your Day shows how to add zippers to… Read more ...

Tutorial: Scrap fabric cuff bracelet

March 1, 2018 by Anne Weaver

This cuff bracelet is quick and easy to make, and is a great way to use up both fabric and interfacing scraps. Each one has three individual fabric strips held together with a button tab. Mix and match the prints… Read more ...

Tutorial and pattern: Half round hanging storage basket

March 1, 2018 by Anne Weaver

These half round hanging baskets are perfect for storing small items! The rounded front gives space to hold your stuff, while the back fits flat against the wall Sew4Home has a tutorial and a free sewing pattern! Use them in… Read more ...

Tutorial: DIY side stripe pants, no sewing required

March 1, 2018 by Anne Weaver

Love the side stripe trend but don’t want to shell out the money for expensive jeans? DIY them! Paper & Stitch has a tutorial showing how you can add a side stripe to a pair of thrifted jeans, and it… Read more ...

Tutorial: How to sew a half slip

February 28, 2018 by Anne Weaver

Call me old fashioned, but I really don’t like to have to worry about whether the outline of my underwear can be seen through the thin fabric of a skirt or dress. A half slip is an easy fix for… Read more ...

Video tutorial: Sew 16 half square triangles at one time

February 28, 2018 by Anne Weaver

Amy from Diary of a Quilter shows a quick method for sewing up a a lot of these half square triangles at one time. It’s a video tutorial showing how you can make 16 half square triangles in one batch,… Read more ...

Tutorial: Loyalty card zip pouch with dividers

February 28, 2018 by Anne Weaver

See how to sew a zip pouch to organize all your loyalty cards and gift cards! Staci from Crafty Stacii has a tutorial showing how to sew one. It’s sized just right to hold credit cards, gift cards, and… Read more ...

Tutorial: Tiny quilt block magnets from your smallest scraps

February 27, 2018 by Anne Weaver

Caroline from Sew Can She shows how you can use your smallest scraps to make these adorable mini quilt magnets. You’ll need squares just 2 1/2″ big to make the itty patchwork pieces for the magnets. Make a set for… Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial: Denim jeans pocket tote bag

February 27, 2018 by Anne Weaver

Whether they get worn out or just outgrown, it seems all of us have at least one pair of old jeans hanging around the house. Pam from Threading My Way shows how you can use an old pair of jeans… Read more ...