Sewing pattern: How to sew a shrug

When you need to add a little extra layer or cover the shoulders of a sleeveless dress, a shrug is your friend. I never realized until I needed to buy a shrug for my daughter, how difficult they are to find. If you’re lucky enough to find one in a store, chances are there will be only one style and it will be super plain. Where’s the fun in that? If you find yourself in need of a shrug, skip the shopping and just sew one yourself. Bonnie from Bonnie & Blithe has a video tutorial showing how. It’ll be easier than all that shopping, plus you can make it to match your dress.

Click below to watch her video:

How to Sew a Shrug Tutorial – New Video, by Bonnie & Blithe

[photo from Bonnie & Blithe]

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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!