Why you should make a muslin first when you sew clothes

Every sewist knows the excitement of buying a new sewing pattern and the fabric to sew it into something new to wear. But don’t cut that fabric just yet! There’s another – very important – step to take first, and that’s making a muslin. If you don’t know what a muslin is, or maybe you’ve just never used them, check out this post by Katrina Kay Creations. She tells what muslins are, and why they’re important if you want to sew clothes that fit you.

Click below to go to her post:

3 Reasons You Need to Make a Muslin for Fit, by Katrina Kay Creations

[photo from Katrina Kay Creations]

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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!