I have been meaning to make an ironing board cover for myself for YEARS! For real….it just always got pushed back by another “more urgent” project.
Sew a Beautiful Ironing Board Cover: A Tutorial
How to Attach Binding to a Quilt: Option #1
You have made your binding and are ready to tackle attachment. Let’s walk thru how to attach binding to a quilt….with pictures…
How To Make A Hand-tied Flannel Blanket: A Tutorial
A dear friend of mine had asked if I could a hand-tied flannel blanket for her sweet little boy for Christmas. She already had fabric picked out, a sweet Baby Yoda themed flannel. How could I say no?!? Of course I would do that! BUT….I’ve never made one before.
I thought to myself, why not share this process? I have many skills to draw on to make this item, even though I haven’t made this exact thing before.
We all can do more than we think, we just have to draw from what we DO know!
Omnigrid Ruler Grip: Do you need to get one?
I had been using a rotary ruler and cutter for YEARS, before I knew that a ruler grip existed!
When I did find out about them I thought…do I really need that? I’ve managed not to cut off any fingers as of yet!
Blanket Scarf: A Quick & Easy Tutorial
I LOVE a good blanket scarf….and my closet shows it! The cool thing about scarves is that they are super simple to make, especially a blanket scarf. Like literally you cut out a square of fabric….and that’s just about it. Let’s review in detail…
Gift Ideas for Quilters
Are you on the hunt for great gift ideas for quilters? Is there someone on your gift list who loves to quilt or is wanting to learn how to quilt? Then you are in the right place!
I have compiled a list of fail safe gift ideas any quilter would love, with numerous price points. We all have different budgets, and there is a great gift idea for everyone on this list!
Sewing Terms & Techniques: A Helpful Reference For Beginners
Terms, Acronyms and Techniques… oh my!
It can be quite overwhelming to read your first sewing pattern or tutorial and try to understand the sewing terms & techniques being used and described. But do not fret my friends….Let’s go thru the sewing terms & basic techniques that are commonly used in sewing tutorials and patterns.
Handwarmers: A Quick & Easy Tutorial
Are you looking for a quick, easy and inexpensive gift for the upcoming holidays?
But we also have a budget…so how do you show appreciation and thanks without breaking the proverbial bank? Creative and useful handmade gifts are my answer! Here is one great idea…
Sewing Terms: Sewing Machine Basics you Must Know
One of the hardest things about learning to sew, in my humble opinion, is understanding the terminology! It is very helpful to understand sewing terms for beginners, when getting started.
Sew a Pillowcase: A Tutorial for Beginners using French Seams
The method used to sew a pillowcase in this tutorial, is referred to, as the magic method or burrito method. This technique is used to enclose the seams found between the border and the body of the pillowcase.