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Sewing Tutorial: 10 Minute Cowl

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Marissa, the talented creator behind Rae Gun, introduces a delightful crafting project with her 10 Minute Cowl tutorial. With just a few materials and a spare moment, you’ll be able to fashion a cozy and stylish accessory that’s perfect for adding warmth and flair to any outfit.

In her easy-to-follow tutorial, Marissa shares her expert tips and techniques for creating a versatile cowl in a mere 10 minutes. Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or a novice enthusiast, you’ll find her instructions clear and concise, guiding you through each step of the process with ease.

The beauty of Marissa’s 10 Minute Cowl lies in its adaptability and versatility. By offering suggestions for different lining materials, such as soft fleece for extra warmth or lightweight cotton or flannel for a breezier feel, she empowers you to customize your cowl to suit your individual style and preferences. Whether you’re bundling up for a chilly winter day or adding a pop of color to your spring ensemble, this versatile accessory is sure to become a staple in your wardrobe.

Marissa from Rae Gun shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make her 10 Minute Cowl.  She lined hers with a soft, warm fleece but she says you can also use a cotton or flannel for a lighter weight cowl.  Get the tutorial at Rae Gun Ramblings.

[photo from Rae Gun Ramblings]

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Learn All About Sewing Velvet Fabric

 

I’m always tempted by the pretty velvets at the fabric store.  So much texture!  And the way the fibers catch the light!  But sewing on velvet is trickier than you’d think.  That nap that lends beautiful texture also likes to slip and crawl.  That nap can also spell disaster if you cut a piece the wrong direction.  That isn’t to say you shouldn’t use buy that velvet and sew it into something gorgeous, you just need to go into your velvet sewing project prepared.  And Melissa at Melly Sews has a post that takes you step by step through sewing on velvet. 

Velvet is such a luscious fabric, especially for winter sewing projects.  Of course there are velvet Christmas sewing projects – stockings, tree skirts, santa hats – but velvet is beautiful for all winter.  Think of all the gorgeous velvet dresses, evening bags, hair accessories, even pillows and other home décor that you see all winter long. 

Melly Sews’ post gives you the tips and tricks you need to know in order for your velvet sewing project to end up a success.  There are types of projects better suited for velvets, and kinds of projects to avoid.  She describes the different types of velvet available.  And she also tells the best way to lay out and cut your pattern pieces from velvet fabric.  Her tutorial also covers marking, pressing, and of course sewing that beautiful fabric.  There’s also a video included in case that’s your preferred method for learning.

Head over to Melly Sews to learn how to sew on velvet fabric. 

And if you want to learn more about that lovely blue velvet dress shown, she has a post that tells more about it including 2 ways to style it depending on if you want to be more dressy or more casual.

[photo credit: Melly Sews]

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