How these fabric designers’ moms taught them to sew

Who taught you to sew? For many of us, it was our mother or grandmother. Or perhaps you’re a mother or grandmother (or aunt or mother figure) teaching a child to sew. This mother’s day, Moda Bake Shop shares stories from some of their designers telling about how their mothers taught them to sew. Pour yourself a cup of coffee – or make yourself some tea – and enjoy these stories of mothers passing down their love of sewing.

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When Mom Teaches You to Sew, by Moda Cutting Table

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Christmas is one of those holidays that you just can decorate too much for. There’s no limit to the amount of holiday cheer you can bring into you home! There’s no such thing as too many Christmas decorations. You can bring Christmas décor into any room of the house – including the kitchen! Which is kind of fitting given how many Christmas activities and gifts are made in the kitchen. We’ve rounded up 13 Christmas kitchen accessories you can sew for your home or to give as gifts.

The list includes holiday themed hot pads, potholders ,aprons, and more that you can sew and decorate your kitchen all season long. Most are things you can make in an evening or less. These would also make wonderful hostess gifts for any holiday parties or gatherings you’re attending. Read on for the kitchen sewing ideas!