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Tutorial: Lined half circle skirt

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Petro from Creative Homemaking shares a tutorial showing how to make a half circle skirt from a woven fabric.  The skirt is nicely finished with a waistband, lining, and zipper.  Make it in a floral for a beautiful new skirt… Read more ...

Tutorial: Heart mug rug

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This heart mug rug is so cute!  And it makes a nice spot to park your coffee mug and a little sweet treat for Valentine’s Day.  You can get a free template and tutorial at Sewing Secrets. Click below for… Read more ...

Free pattern: Lauren Bag

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Remona from The Stitching Scientist shares a free pattern for making this beautiful bag.  She calls it the Lauren Bag.  It has a gusset at the bottom that creates a nice shape for the bag.  Use a yard of your… Read more ...

Tutorial: Easy fleece neck warmer

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Whenever I sew with fleece, I end up with scraps too big to throw away but too small to use for much of anything.  But here’s a project that will make great use of those scraps!  Damjana from Apple Green… Read more ...

Tutorial: Rolled hem hand stitch

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A rolled hem made by hand has stitches creates a narrow rolled edge and has stitches that are practically invisible.  It’s a beautiful finish for lightweight or sheer fabrics.  BurdaStyle shows how you can sew a rolled hem by hand.  … Read more ...