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Ladder stitch: An invisible handstitch for closing pillows

December 31, 2008 by Anne Weaver

Sewing Stars Blog has a great tutorial for making the ladder stitch. If you make pillows or softies, the ladder stitch is one of the most useful hand stitches to know. It can be used to close the stuffing… Read more ...

Tutorial: Simple zippered pouches

December 31, 2008 by Anne Weaver

In honor of the New Year, CraftStylish gives a tutorial on how to make three different types of zippered pouches: a flap, an overlap, and a zipper pouch. Each type requires only a rectangle of fabric, which also makes this… Read more ...

Tutorial: How to sew a flat-fell seam

December 30, 2008 by Anne Weaver

A flat-fell seam adds such a finished, professional look to a garment. Heck, just saying the words “flat-fell seam” make me feel finished and professional. CraftStylish shows us how to sew this very nice finishing seam. See the tute here… Read more ...

Make a sewing kit in a candy tin

December 26, 2008 by Anne Weaver

CraftStylish shows how to make a handy sewing kit to carry along in your purse. It’s made from an old candy tin and other bits and bobs you probably already have laying around the house. Get the tute here,… Read more ...

New fabric from Valori Wells AND a giveaway!

December 18, 2008 by Anne Weaver

The new Urban Flannel line from Valori Wells is now available! I can’t decide if I like the pink roses or the green diamonds the best. I think I might want them all – every single dreamsicle-y gorgeous piece in… Read more ...

French seamed pillow cases – Sewing Tutorial

December 17, 2008 by Anne Weaver

With pretty fabric on the outside, and french seams on the inside, these pillowcases are luxury through and through! If I laid my head on a pretty pillowcase like this every night, I swear I’d never get out of bed. … Read more ...

Winner of the Little Frosty Pattern

December 12, 2008 by Linda Lanese

Laurie is the winner of this adorable pattern and I hope she enjoys it 🙂 Thank you Bette of http://www.tomorrowstreasures.etsy.com… Read more ...

Snow Folks Beanbags

December 7, 2008 by Linda Lanese

Snow Folks Beanbags! Who knew snow could have so much personality? These easy-sew beanbags will be happy to spread good cheer as stocking stuffers, ornaments, or package decorations.… Read more ...

Holiday Sewing Pattern (FREE)

December 6, 2008 by Linda Lanese

Snowman Doll This little guy is capped, dressed in his plaid woollies and sweater, muffled up to his eyeballs and just waiting patiently for a winter snowstorm! Designed by
Barbara Matthiessen Sitting Kitties Whimsical little kitties to tuck here and… Read more ...

Mr. and Mrs. Snowman Mittens & The Placemat Market Tote Bag

December 4, 2008 by Linda Lanese

Hi all, I am Linda the felting editor, I am doing the sewing column for a while until the editor applications can be sorted out and approved. We did not want to miss the Holiday season and all the lovely… Read more ...

Bon Voyage Candi Hello New Editor

November 25, 2008 by Shellie Wilson

Candi has decided to set sail, Literally! and is off to become a pirate.. ok she is off to work on a cruise ship. So we need a new sewing editor who is dedicated and devoted to being and Editor.… Read more ...

Thanksgiving Turkey Applique

November 24, 2008 by candi canncel

What says Thanksgiving better than a Turkey? Here is a great Applique Pattern for wall hanging, quilt or even fabulous for Holiday cards. This Thanksgiving, why not make a cute Holiday heirloom to be cherished for years to come! Looking… Read more ...