Read all about it: New blog series on making pockets

I was so excited when I saw this post from LiEr at ikat bag. Remember her pattern drafting series? I’m still digesting the wealth of information she shared about drafting and altering patterns for girls.

Well, now she’s going to tell us all about pockets. Patch pockets, cut-in pockets, welt pockets, and in seam pockets. By the end of the series, she’ll cover 26 different variations of the pocket. Before she starts, she gives some background information about fabric choice, interfacing, garment type, and the like. Go to the getting started article.

[photo from ikat bag]

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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!