Something small can infuse new color and cheer into your home. Start Sewing for the Home with these great hot pads! This tutorial was created by Bean. Quilted Patchwork Hot Pads Materials Required • A selection of your favorite cotton scraps, cut into 2.5″ strips of any length– totaling about 100 inches or 3 yards•[…]
Hanging Bed Organizer – Sewing for the Home
I love my bed. It’s soft, it’s cozy, but all too often it’s cluttered with the book I’ve been reading, my eyeglasses, my notepad and pen… With no bedside table I was without good place to manage these necessities (save the floor which is, in fact, not a good place to store your glasses) until[…]
Lola Apron Pattern Review
Terri enjoyed the Lola Apron pattern from Sew Liberated, especially the clear instructions and opportunities for embellishment. Pattern Lola Apron by Sew Liberated Description This mother-daughter apron duo will bring a flirty, retro flair to your kitschy kitchen! Inspired by a handmade vintage find, the Lola Apron is a sure-fire way to get you cooking[…]
Girly Stripwork Skirt Pattern Review
Michelle reviewed this Pink Fig pattern for us. Her daughter loves the skirt, and Michelle gained some sewing confidence with the project. Pattern The Girly Stripwork Skirt Sewing Pattern from Pink Fig Description A versatile, fun and infinitely twirl-able skirt that can be made to suit any girly-girl’s taste. Materials Quilter’s cottons are perfect for[…]
How to Sew Picnic Blanket with Rock Pockets
We were so happy when Erin shared this fun summer project with us, incorporating so much of. Enjoy Erin’s Picnic Blanket project (then head off to make one of your own!). Picnic Blanket with Rock Pockets You’ll need: 1/2 yard each of 8 different fabrics for the front squares and the rock pockets A full[…]
How to Attach Sleeves
Jenny took some time out of her very busy schedule to give us a little set-in sleeve help (she’s an obvious pro!). Jenny’s Set-In Sleeve Tutorial below gives you just one more tool in your Women’s Clothing Month collection to create some beautiful clothing of your own: How to Attach Sleeves Step 1 Before setting[…]