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Tutorial: Kantha stitched tote bag

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I’m having a hard time believing this beautiful tote started out as a plain canvas bag.  Sara from Radiant Home Studio gave it a major upgrade by adding kantha stitch details.  She shares a 2-part tutorial showing how she did… Read more ...

Tutorial: Purr-fect Cat Toy Mouse

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cat toy3Here’s an easy sewing project for all you cat lovers out there.  Veronica from SewVery shows how you can sew up a fun mouse toy for your favorite cat.  They’re made from faux leather and filled with cat nip, which… Read more ...

Tutorial: Modern placemat clutch

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Danielle from Stickelberry found the fabric for this modern clutch at Target, in the form of a placemat.  The placemat was already the size she needed, and the edges already finished, so it was just a quick project to turn… Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial: Tin can pincushion

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You can make pincushions out of just about anything, even an empty tin can.  Jessi from Practically Functional shares a tutorial at Craftaholics Anonymous showing how.   It’s quick, easy, and functional.  And cute, too!  Of course my Crazy Cat Lady… Read more ...

Tutorial: Baby wash cloths

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Pam from Threading My Way shows how you can make these baby wash cloths that would make a great gift for new parents.  She makes them from a quilting weight cotton with a soft terry cloth backing.  You could also… Read more ...

Tutorial: Perfect fabric gathers

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If you sew sooner or later you’re going to need to gather fabric, whether it’s making a skirt or adding ruffles to a pillow.  Gathers are actually very easy, though getting them to look even and full takes a little… Read more ...