Tips for efficient batch sewing

When I find a sewing pattern I love, I like to use it to make multiples. Because if one bag or shirt or dress is good, then 5 of them is better, right?? And once you make it through a pattern once, you learn the places that need tweaking to make them just right for you. It just makes sense to take advantage of that and make it again and again. Kirstin from kojodesigns just sewed up nine (NINE!) of these sundresses for her daughter and nieces, and she’s sharing tips for making batch sewing go smoothly.

Click below for her tips:

A Gorgeous Summer Dress (And Some Tips for Batch Sewing!) by Kojodesigns

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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!