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[…]
Patchwork Kitchen Mat
Today Autum brings us another satisfying, easy project to add a little something extra to your kitchen. Enjoy! By making your own kitchen floor mat, you choose the size and colors, instead of being limited to what’s available in the stores. It’s quick and inexpensive, especially if you use fabric from your stash. I suggest[…]
Patchwork Kitchen Towels
Patchwork kitchen towels are super-easy. They add a pop of color to your cooking space and they make really nice gifts too. If you make one you’ll want to make more! You can go wild and coordinate these with your patchwork hot pads. Patchwork Kitchen Towels First off, find a very basic kitchen towel. Mine[…]
Slipcovers for Stools
Here is the great option for your stools. A stool is a great way to begin learning how to make slipcovers. Slipcovers for Stools Materials Requirement • Stool base• Wood to cover top of stool base• Foam to cover top of stool base• Batting• Staple gun• Muslin or other cheap, light, easy-to-sew fabric• Fabric To[…]