Tips for sewing for teens

When my daughter was little, I’d sew all kinds of things for her – dresses, jammies, even doll clothes. She loved it all because I made it for her. But as she moves into her teen years, that approval is harder to come by. She still likes the things I sew for her, but it’s because I’ve adjusted my sewing process and expectations. If you’ve got a teen to sew for, or a child for whom teenhood is on the horizon, check out my tips for sewing clothes teens will love. You can find it over at my personal blog, Orange Bettie.

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6 Tips For Sewing Clothes Your Teen Will Love, by Orange Bettie

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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!