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Tutorial: Santa throw pillow

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Jill from Snugglebug University shares the tutorial making for this adorable Santa throw pillow.  His face, beard, and hat are all made from straight seams, with Sherpa fleece for the beard and the fur trim on the hat.  You can… Read more ...

Tutorial: Christmas kitchen gift set

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This Christmas kitchen set includes a double-ended oven mitt and two coordinating towels.  It makes a great hostess gift, or perhaps something to spruce up your own holiday decor.  Peta from She Quilts A Lot shows how you can make… Read more ...

Tutorial: Faux fur blanket

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This faux fur blanket is so beautiful!  Erin from Sewbon shares a tutorial showing how you can make one.  You can line it with any type of fabric.  The plaid that she uses looks to be either a shirting or… Read more ...

Tutorial: Sewing pattern tissue wreath

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I can’t count the number of times I’ve been “gifted” a stack of used sewing patterns by a well meaning friend who didn’t understand that the pattern is essentially useless if it’s not complete or it’s already been cut into… Read more ...

Tutorial: Fringed linen napkins

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Thanksgiving-Table-31We might use mismatched plates and ratty napkins for our every day meals, but for Thanksgiving and other family gatherings it’s nice to set a pretty table.  Stef from Girl. Inspired. shows how you can make a set of lovely… Read more ...

Tutorial: Mini Christmas stocking garland

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Melissa from Polkadot Chair shows how to make the cutest mini Christmas stocking garland.  The little stockings are roughly 5″ tall and attach to twine with clips.  Keep them empty or fill them with small treats or Christmas quotes.  You… Read more ...