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Tutorial: Simple lined tote bag

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1 Pattern piece lined bagJoy from Joy’s Jots, Shots, and Whatnots shows a super simple method for constructing a lined tote bag.  All pieces are simple rectnagles.  In fact, the lining and the outer piece are made with one piece of fabric!  The straps… Read more ...

Tutorial: How to sew a blind hem

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blind hem headerA blind hem is easy to do when you have the right tools and you fold the fabric correctly.  The “tools” are a blind hem stitch and a special blind hem foot that comes standard with most sewing machines.  The… Read more ...

Tutorial: Handstitched reverse applique

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reverseappliqueAgy from Green Issues shows how you can make a handstitched reverse applique on a t-shirt.  It’s a good way to upcycle old t-shirts, especially ones with stains or tears.  Just position the cut away designs or the fabric peeking… Read more ...

Free pattern: Felted fox pillow

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feltfoxlong_edited-1Nicole from The Felted Fox made this felt fox pillow was made as a special gift for a child.  Actually, she made two of them – one for each of her cousin’s two daughters who live in Norway, where you… Read more ...