Tutorial: Pillowcase with a cuff, a good beginner sewing project

A pillowcase is always a good first sewing project. They’re easy to make, requiring just a few simple straight seams. But they’re also pretty and functional, something you can see and use every day knowing that you made it. If you have a child who wants to learn to sew, I highly recommend helping them make a pillowcase like this one. Becky from Patchwork Posse shares a tutorial showing how you can make a pillowcase with a contrast cuff. It’ll fit a standard bed pillow.

Click below for her tutorial:

Pillowcase with Cuff Tutorial – Sewing Projects for Kids Series, by Patchwork Posse

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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!