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Tutorial: Mexican blanket floor pillows

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Allison at Dream a Little Bigger shows how you can create these Mexican blanket floor pillows.  They’re quick to sew and provide extra seating for impromptu gatherings or TV night.  The heavy fabric of the Mexican blanket makes the pillows… Read more ...

Tutorial: Easy magic pillowcase

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Leanne at Organize and Decorate Everything shows how you can make a magic pillowcase.  No, it doesn’t create fuss-free bedtimes, because that really would be magic.  But it does have a super easy construction that also creates a cuffed front… Read more ...

Tutorial: Sew a rope basket

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Yellow Spool shows how you can make a rope basket on your sewing machine. There’s no complicated weaving technique required – just coiled rope and a zig zag stitch.  If you’re wondering what kind of rope she used, it’s some… Read more ...

Free pattern: Fish laundry bag

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fishbagsFish laundry bags!  Who knew laundry bags could be this cute?  Caroline from Sew Can She shares a free pattern for making them. Make them in bright colors and fun prints.  Or, use a mesh fabric and make it a… Read more ...

Tutorial: American flag patchwork pillows

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Kristen from Create Kids Couture shows how you can sew these patchwork American flag pillows for your front porch.  Her tutorial includes two variations – a traditional rectangular flag pillow and a heart shaped flag pillow.  The patchwork is easy… Read more ...