Tutorial: Felt sewing machine needle organizer

I don’t change the needle on my sewing machine that often (I know I should, but I’m lazy…). But when I do change my needle I’ve got to dig through a pile of those little plastic boxes the needles come in to find the size or type that I need. Portia from Makery shows how you can create this needle organizer to keep all those packages of needles neat and organized. Each little box has its own pocket so there’s no digging around to find the the right one. Use clips to hang it from a pegboard or hooks on the wall near your sewing machine.

Click below for her tutorial:

DIY: Felt Needle Organiser, by Makery

[photo from Makery]

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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!