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4 methods for printing on fabric with an inkjet printer

May 25, 2015 by Anne Weaver

A memory quilt other other keepsake sewing project can be made all the more special by including a photograph or other custom printed image. You can print those images on to fabric using an ink jet printer. Deby from So… Read more ...

Tips for sewing silk chiffon

May 7, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Silk chiffon… such a dreamy fabric! It can be a challenge to sew, but oh the results! Justine from Sew Country Chick is making a kimono out of silk chiffon, and she’s sharing 10 tips for working with this delicate… Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial: Super easy jersey knit maxi dress

April 28, 2015 by Anne Weaver

A lightweight jersey knit maxi dress is super easy to make if you follow this tutorial by Kirstin at Kojodesigns. Add a belt to complete the look and define your waist. It’s made using simple straight seams, and because jersey… Read more ...

Tutorial: Two-toned knotted knit headband

April 20, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Hanna from Pearls & Scissors shows how you can make a two-tone knotted headband out of a couple of old t-shirts. You could also use scraps of knit fabric if you have any left over from earlier projects. It’s a… Read more ...

Tutorial: Understanding knit fabric weight

April 18, 2015 by Anne Weaver

When you order knit fabrics online, it can be hard to know if they will be the right thickness for your project. Most online stores will use descriptions like “lightweight” or “medium weight” but that’s kind of subjective. A more… Read more ...

Tutorial: Linen and leather zippered pouch

April 16, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Kelli from True Bias shows how to make her Linen and Leather Pouch. They’re zippered pouches with leather corner accents. What you use them foe is up to you. How about a cosmetics bag, pencil pouch, or small clutch. Finished… Read more ...

Advice from a reformed fabric hoarder

March 25, 2015 by Anne Weaver

3 months ago, Cheryl from Sew Can Do came clean about her fabric hoarding and vowed to change her ways. Her latest blog post is an update on her progress. She includes some practical tips and advice for working through… Read more ...

1970s sewing bundle giveaway

March 17, 2015 by Anne Weaver

The Pattern Patter team has another vintage sewing giveaway going on! This one is for a collection of 1970s sewing patterns, fabrics, and notions. There’s also a sewing book and a pair of vintage Isotoner gloves included in the mix.… Read more ...

Tutorial: Color Me pillowcase

February 25, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Hayley from Welcome to the Mouse House shows how you can make a color-me pillowcase that little kids will LOVE. It’s made with her new Color Me fabric line for Michael Miller fabrics, which is like the most fabulous coloring… Read more ...

Get the lowdown on 6 basic types of knit fabric

February 17, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Rachael from Imagine Gnats gives the lowdown on 6 types of knit fabrics so you’ll know which type to use on your sewing project. She covers jersey knit, interlock knit, rib knit, sweatshirt knit, ponte de roma, and French terry,… Read more ...

Free pattern: Vintage day gloves

February 9, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Mary Beth from The Vintage Pattern Collective shares a free vintage pattern at the Pattern Patter blog for making a pair of gloves. I think this would be a fun project to tackle. I’ve always wanted to see if I… Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial: Teething scarf

January 26, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Lisa Calle of Vintage Modern Quilts shares a tutorial at Moda Bake Shop showing how to make a baby’s teething scarf. It’s made like a bib, but with extra fabric built in to create more of a bloused scarf effect. … Read more ...

Tutorial: 4 ways to print fabric on your home printer

January 19, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Did you know that you can print fabric on your home printer? Obviously, this would be for small projects because the images you print need to fit on a standard 8 1/2″ x 11″ sheet (or whatever size papers your… Read more ...

Free pattern: Little girls Chickadee Pinafore

November 12, 2014 by Anne Weaver

Stephanie from The Crafty Kitty shares a free pattern at Birch Fabrics blog for making her Chickadee Pinafore for little girls. The jumper dress has contrast piping around the edges. It’s made from a quilting weight cotton, with a jersey… Read more ...

How much do fabric designers earn?

November 4, 2014 by Anne Weaver

Fabric designers are the rock stars of the sewing world. Make pretty designs that get turned into fabric that everyone drools over – sounds like a glamorous life, no? Abby Glassenberg from While She Naps, and author of Stuffed … Read more ...