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Why you should make a muslin first when you sew clothes

March 26, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Every sewist knows the excitement of buying a new sewing pattern and the fabric to sew it into something new to wear. But don’t cut that fabric just yet! There’s another – very important – step to take first, and… Read more ...

Tutorial and pattern: Tea and a book mug mat

March 26, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Tutorial and pattern: Time for tea and a book mug mat

Life is busy and there’s always some place I need to be or some obligation needing to be met. This mug mat by Staci from Crafty Staci reminds us to take time for ourselves, perhaps with a cuppa tea and… Read more ...

Tutorial: Scrapbusting wonky log cabin quilt block

March 25, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

A monochromatic scrappy log cabin block is the perfect answer to an overflowing scrap stash. By keeping the color palette monochromatic, you can just choose your scraps at random and they’ll all work together. Amy from Diary of a Quilter… Read more ...

Tutorial: Monogram throw pillow cover

March 25, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

This throw pillow with an oversized monogram is the perfect accent for a child’s room! Lara at How Does She shares a tutorial showing how to make one. It can fit with any decor style just by changing the color… Read more ...

Cricut Tutorial: How to cut heat transfer vinyl without a cutting machine

March 25, 2018 by Anne Weaver 1 Comment

Heat transfer vinyl is a quick way to add personality to a sewing project – or to a bag or t-shirt that you’ve purchased from the store. But did you know you don’t have to have a Silhouette or Cricut… Read more ...

Tutorial: Big bow clutch purse

March 24, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

This bow bow clutch bag is the perfect accessory for Easter Sunday! Melissa from Polka Dot Chair shows how you can make this beautiful bag. The big bow is a showy accent for the front and the striped fabric she… Read more ...

Tutorial: Easter chick onesie dress for baby

March 24, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Make an adorable Easter chick dress for your favorite little baby! Carla here from Creatin’ in the Sticks shares a tutorial at Therm O Web. It’s easy to make because it uses a onesie – you just have to make… Read more ...

Tutorial: Ruffle cuff pillowcases

March 23, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Sew some beautiful ruffled pillowcases for your bedding set! The deep ruffle cuffs give them a high-end designer look, but you can make them yourself for a fraction of the cost. Caroline from Sew Can She shares a tutorial showing… Read more ...

Tutorial: Mini zip coin purse

March 22, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Amber from Crazy Little Projects shares a tutorial for making a mini zipper pouch. The small size is cute but it’s also super practical – just big enough to hold credit cards and ID but still small enough to slip… Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial: Dog paw towel to hang by your door

March 22, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Keep your dog from tracking dirt in your house with this paw towel! Cat from Mary Martha Mama has a tutorial showing how to make one. It’s sewn into a pocket shape that makes it easy to wipe mud and… Read more ...

Tutorial and pattern: Spring flowers embroidery hoop art set

March 22, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Welcome spring to your house with this embroidery hoop art set! It’s filled with happy spring flowers, stitched and appliqued from pretty floral prints. Bev from Flamingo Toes has a free pattern and tutorial. Make one or all of them… Read more ...

Tutorial: Best tips for working with fabric bias

March 21, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Usually people don’t use the word “bias” as a compliment. But in sewing, bias can be a very good thing. In sewing, bias refers to the direction of a fabric that’s 45 degrees from straight grain. This magic angle gives… Read more ...

Video tutorial: Storing your fabric so it’s organized and accessible

March 21, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

I love fabric and I have a bunch of it all stashed away waiting on the perfect sewing project. I have no trouble acquiring pretty fabrics, but storing them in a way that keeps them organized but also accessible is… Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial: Rainbow and glitter tote bag

March 21, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

If you believe rainbows and glitter make everything better, you’re going to love this rainbow and glitter tote! Amber from Damask Love shows how you can make one. It’s easier than you think because you start with a plain canvas… Read more ...

Tutorial and pattern: Easy fabric bowls

March 20, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Sew your favorite fabrics into pretty bowls that you can use to organize your sewing notions, office supplies, or your jewelry and hair accessories. Greta from Greta’s Quilting Studio has a free pattern and tutorial for creating them. You can… Read more ...