Sewing pattern: Beginners guide to applique

Sewing tutorial: Beginners guide to applique

Applique is an easy way to personalize a sewing project, from clothing to bags to home decor. You can even applique on items you’ve purchased, like a t-shirt or plain tote or dish towel, to make a quick and easy handmade gift. Stephanie from Swoodson Says shares a tutorial plus some handy tips to get you started with applique. Give it a try and you’ll be adding applique to all the things!

Click below for her tutorial and tips:

How to Machine Applique for Beginners, by Swoodson Says

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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!