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This fleece lined button scarf is just the thing to keep your neck warm on a cold winter day. Whether you’re out running errands so you’re in and out of the cold, or you’re staying out in the cold for… Read more ... 
Is your living room ottoman looking a little worn out? Or maybe just the color or style of upholstery doesn’t match your décor any more. It may be tempting to chuck the old ottoman and buy another, but don’t send… Read more ... 
Small bins and boxes are a great way to get a handle on surface clutter on a desk or work surface. Loose pens and office supplies look messy when just sitting on your desk, but organized when they’re all collected… Read more ... 
If you’ve seen some of the quilted jackets that are super trendy right now but don’t have a quilt that you want to cut up to make one, here’s a cute project for you. Melissa at Polka Dot Chair shows… Read more ... 
Here’s a fun Valentine project you can make from your fabric scraps! This heart card at Therm O Web blog would make a sweet Valentine to send to all of your favorite people. Designed by Belinda Karls-Nace from Blue Ribbon… Read more ... 
With cold weather here, it’s scarf season. I used to never wear scarves but this last year or so I’ve come to love them. I wear a scarf or cowl nearly every day. The extra layers of fabric around my… Read more ... 
Cutting out a sewing pattern can feel intimidating when you are new to sewing. One minute you are happily choosing fabric and imagining the lovely finished dress, bag, cushion, or pair of pajama pants, and the next minute you are… Read more ... 
I’m always tempted by the pretty velvets at the fabric store. So much texture! And the way the fibers catch the light! But sewing on velvet is trickier than you’d think. That nap that lends beautiful texture also likes to… Read more ... 
I am just smitten with this felt gingerbread house bag. This would make such a sweet special Christmas accessory for a kid. It’s a free pattern at Benzie Design, designed by Gracie from Hello Gracie Makes. It’s packed with… Read more ... 
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… Read more ... 
The L + C Amarena Dress presents a blend of relaxed sophistication and timeless elegance, offering comfort and style in equal measure. Here’s what you can anticipate from this versatile pattern. This classic pull-on dress boasts a gentle A-line silhouette,… Read more ... 
It doesn’t matter whether you sew by hand or by machine, you need a pincushion. You need a spot to parks pins and needles and keep them within easy reach for when you need them again. There are a lot… Read more ...