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Tutorial: 30-minute family-sized blanket

December 15, 2014 by Anne Weaver

Marissa from Rae Gun Ramblings shows how you can make this large blanket for the whole family to snuggle under. It’s a quick project, one she says you can complete in 30 minutes. It’s made from a single layer of… Read more ...

Tutorial: Pleated throw pillow with belt and bow

December 15, 2014 by Anne Weaver

Sew4Home shows how you can make this pleated pillow with a contrast belt and bow. Made in the pink Paris print they show in their post, it’s romantic and girly. But make it from a natural linen for a shabby… Read more ...

Tips for successful sewing on plush fabrics

December 15, 2014 by Anne Weaver

Plush fabrics like Minky, Cuddle fabric, and furry fleece are super popular for baby projects and for winter projects. The soft fabrics are just sooo snuggly!! But that snuggly fabric can also be difficult to work with. Kelly from Kelly … Read more ...

Tutorial: Drawstring Santa sack for Christmas toy donations

December 15, 2014 by Anne Weaver

Susan from Organized 31 created this large Santa sack to hold the toys her daughter is donating to a needy child this Christmas. She shares a tutorial showing how. Most organizations who take up toy donations request that the presents… Read more ...

Free pattern: Vintage elephant softie

December 15, 2014 by Anne Weaver

Mary Beth from Retro Monkeys shares a free vintage pattern at the Pattern Patter site for making this adorable felt elephant. He would make a sweet decoration for a nursery (embroider the eyes to be safe around a baby). Using… Read more ...

Tutorial: Cuddle fabric and faux fur muff

December 15, 2014 by Anne Weaver

Denise from DIY Crush shares a tutorial for making this fabulous Cuddle fabric and faux fur muff. Slide your hands inside to keep them warm when you’re out and about on a cold day. They’re easy to make, requiring only… Read more ...

Tutorial: No-sew scrap fabric ornaments

December 15, 2014 by Anne Weaver

Sharon from Crafts ‘n Coffee shows how you can make these pretty fabric ornaments, no sewing required. You can get the fabric you need from your scrap bin. Or, do what she did, and grab a few shirts from the… Read more ...

Tutorial: Sharpening pincushion bracelet

December 15, 2014 by Anne Weaver

Here’s a quick gift you can make for a sewing friend. Or yourself. Angel from Fleece Fun guest blogs at SNAP! Creativity showing how you can make a pincushion bracelet embellished with sewing charms. The pincushion is stuffed with steel… Read more ...

Tutorial: Triangle cutout faux leather clutch

December 14, 2014 by Anne Weaver

Nicole from The Felted Fox shows how you can make a faux leather purse like this one. It’s lined with felt, with a contrasting fabric showing through a triangle shape cut in to the flap. Neither the faux leather nor… Read more ...

Tutorial: No-sew pom pom Christmas trees

December 14, 2014 by Anne Weaver

Michelle from The Ribbon Retreat shows how you can make these Christmas tree decorations using pom pom trim, and you don’t have to sew a stitch. They’re quick and simple to make, and would make a fun decoration to add… Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial: You Are My Cup Of Tea Apron

December 14, 2014 by Anne Weaver

Sachiko from Tea Rose Home guest blogs at U Create with a tutorial showing how to make her Your Are My Cup of Tea apron. It’s made from a tea towel and has a pocket in the shape of a… Read more ...

Tutorial: Appliqued Christmas bunting

December 14, 2014 by Anne Weaver

Josie from Sew for Soul shows how you can make this festive Christmas bunting. You can spell out a Christmas message with the bunting, or put a Christmas themed applique on the flags. Free motion stitching outlines the appliques and… Read more ...

Tutorial: Fleece and faux fur infinity scarf

December 13, 2014 by Anne Weaver

Sew4Home shows how you can make a fleece and faux fur infinity scarf. You can make it with one layer of faux fur or minky, and one layer of fleece. Or, make it from two layers of fleece and no… Read more ...

10 tips for streamlining your sewing

December 13, 2014 by Anne Weaver

If your stack of Christmas gifts to sew is still pretty tall, check out this post from Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews. She shares her top 10 tips for streamlining your sewing. Eliminating unnecessary steps and grouping… Read more ...

Tutorial: DIY felt gift pouches for reusable gift wrap

December 13, 2014 by Anne Weaver

Alice & Lois show how you can whip up a cute little felt pouch, perfect for gifting a pair of earrings or other small (but large) present. It’ll take you all of about 5 minutes to make these, as there’s… Read more ...