Sewing design decisions that will make your projects shine

Beautiful sewing projects don’t just happen by chance. They happen as a result of smart design decisions all along the way, from choosing a pattern or fabric to taking care when cutting it out. The problem is we often don’t realize that we’re making these decisions, so we don’t necessarily put much thought into it. Lisa from Mabey She Made It has a wonderful post to help you slow down and recognize the ways you can make intentional design decisions to create projects that really shine.

Click below to read her post:

Sewing Design Choices, by Mabey She Made It

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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!