Jennifer generously shares some great sewing tips in this Fat Quarter Handbag Tutorial. This simple and sleek fat quarter handbag is one of my favorite bags that I make. You know those days that are so hectic that you just want to go to bed feeling like you at least accomplished one complete task during[…]
What is a Fat Quarter?
Welcome to Fat Quarter Month! Beth got us off to a great start with our first two Projects of the Day. We’ll continue that every day this month, plus we’ll be bringing you tutorials, interviews, a sew-along, a swap and giveaways. Before we go any further, let’s get down to the basics–what, exactly, is a[…]
Ella Carry-all
Pattern Ella Carry-all from Grand Revival Ella Carry-all The Ella Carry-all is pretty and practical, the perfect size for a beach bag, diaper bag. Or fill it with PJs and toothbrush for a sleepover at grandma’s. The bag has two exterior open pockets and a third pocket with a velcroed flap. A key tab inside[…]
Sandbox Pants Pattern
Irene shows us the cute and easy new Oliver + S Sandbox Pants. This pattern comes in 6-12 mo-3T and sizes 4-8, making it a sure-fit for all of the kids on your sewing list Pattern Oliver + S Sandbox Pants Pattern Sandbox Pants Pattern Boy’s or girl’s pull-on pants have front patch pockets, button-through[…]
Fabric Art – Sewing for Home
Jen shares her great approach to adding a little (or big!) pop of fabric color in a room. Fabric as Art There was a great, huge expanse of nothingness in our bedroom, on the wall above the bed, and it needed to be filled. Large pieces of art can be expensive. I thought there has[…]
Super Easy Upholstered Headboard
Beth N. shares this easy tutorial for upholstered headboards… Just the thing creates a focal point for any bedroom in the house! How to Raise Headboard Other than my son’s crib, all the beds in our house have one of these upholstered headboards. They’re easy to make and they have a high visual impact. Make[…]