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  • 35 Things To Make With Fabric Scraps: {Scrap Happy List 3}: Fabric Post-It Note Holder: Made by covering an acrylic frame with a pretty piece of fabric. Microwave Fingertip Mitts: Ha! Pretty clever idea for protecting your fingers when taking out hot dishes from the microwave. Pyramid Coin Purse: So sweet! Zipped closure. Easy DIY – Fabric Covered Candle Holders: Cover the outside of glass votive [...]
  • Modern Square Garden Quilt: {Sewing Tutorial}: Today’s feature is from Tea Rose Home with this tutorial for making a Modern Square Garden Quilt: Ok, I gave a fancy name to my simple square quilt. This is very easy to do, but I wanted a different look, so I chose ginghum check fabric for the sashing and the borders. * You will [...]
  • Simple Sewing Companion Case: {Free Pattern}: Today’s feature is from Popular Patchwork with this free tutorial and pattern for a Simple Sewing Companion: This quick and easy sewing case is pretty and practical and would be a perfect gift for a quilting friend. You could make this sewing case from two contrasting fabrics or maybe create a piece of crazy patchwork. [...]
  • Little Quilted Purse Tutorial: {Sewing}: Today’s feature is from Quiltsalott with this Little Purse Tutorial: I’ve tried to be thorough in my instructions at the same time trying not to make this too photo heavy. These purses finish at around 8″ wide by 4 1/2″ tall. I made two at the same time so the pictures may show either one. [...]
  • Fun Applique Tote Bag: {Sewing}: Today’s feature is from Tatertots and Jello with this tutorial for an Applique Tote Bag: Today I am going to share a tutorial with you on making an appliques tote bag. I like to make things that are unique and I use all my own patterns. So here goes! How fun and colorful is this [...]
  • Make An Argyle Fleece Throw: {Sewing}: Today’s feature is from CraftStylish with How to Make an Argyle Fleece Throw: This low-sew throw gives new meaning to the phrase “college sweater-vest.” Preppy, yes, but the diamond-shaped pattern feels less stuffy in these vibrant colors. It’s super-easy with light stitching, keeps you warm on winter nights, and makes the perfect picnic blanket! Fleece [...]
  • 30 Patchwork Pretties To Make: {Free Patterns & Tutorials}: Patchwork Sewing Machine Cover {Make} A Bag Sew-A-Long: Patterns for bag, toiletries pouch, makeup roll, sunglasses case (plus a couple more to be published). Patchwork Kindle Case Scottie Dog Pattern Download Heart Sachet Sets Patchwork Pillow Tutorial Lunchbag Tutorial Miniature Patchwork Pincushions Tutorial: Reversible Patchwork Bag Patchwork Notebook Cover Eye Pillow Patchwork Teapot Pattern Patchwork [...]
  • Make A Needlework & Quilt Block Keeper: {Crafty): Today’s feature is from All Things Vintage with this Block Keeper Tutorial: I know there are lots of ways of doing this and this is in no way the first time a post pak tube has been used for a block keeper – this is just my take on how to put it all together. [...]
  • Vintage Aprons Booklet: {Complete Pattern List}: Here’s the complete list of patterns and tutorials from the vintage booklet: “Aprons” by – The Spool Cotton Company that was published in 1945. You’ll find the full tutorial and pattern piece downloads (if applicable) on each of the pages below… Polka Dot Utility Apron Utility Apron With Cap Sateen Coverall Apron Father & Son [...]
  • Mother & Daughter Pinafore Aprons: {Vintage Pattern}: Mother & Daughter Pinafores Size 14 – Size 8 Materials: Plain Fabric Flowered Chintz J. & P. COATS Percale Bias Trim, double fold (in contrasting color) J. & P. COATS or CLARK’S O.N.T. Mercerized Sewing Threads in matching colors Yardages: Mother 3/4 yd (plain); chintz – 5/8 yd Daughter 1/2 yd (plain); chintz 3/8 yd [...]
  • Cute & Crafty Dish Towels To Make: Dish Towels That Stay Put Handy Homemade Kitchen Towels Monogram Dish Towel Patchwork Kitchen Towels Triple Border Dishtowels Bright Birdie Dish Towel Stay Put Kitchen Towel Striped Cotton Dishtowel (Crochet Pattern) Soft Cotton Knit Dishtowels Hanging Potholder Dishtowels Lace & Rick-Rack Trimmed Dishtowels More Goodies & Freebies Here are some ideas for jazzing up flour [...]
  • Sew Stylish Pincushion Tutorial: {Sewing}: Today’s feature is from Tea Rose Home with this Sew Stylish Pincushion: For the longest time, I have been wanting to buy a pincushion for my wrist. Everytime when I am working on a project, I would think “it would be so convenient to have one on my wrist, instead of just having one on [...]
  • Dimity & Organdie Apron Tutorial: {Vintage Sewing}: Dimity & Organdie Apron Materials: Flowered Dimity White Organdie Rick Rack (in a color of the print) J. & P. COATS or CLARK’S O.N.T. Mercerized Sewing Threads to match How To Make Patterns Front Panel Mark a section 6″ x 16″. At top edge, measure over 2 1/2″; mark. Shape pattern as indicated by broken [...]
  • Pretty Jelly Towels Tutorial: {Sewing}: Today’s feature is from Moda Bake Shop with this simple project for Jelly Towels: Dish towels and tea towels were all the rage at Quilt Market this year in Pittsburgh. You too can have a new set of dish towels. I am always looking for a quick gift idea and a way to use up [...]
  • Spring Hats Pincushion Pattern: {Sewing}: Today’s feature is from All People Quilt with this tutorial for making Spring Hats Pincushion: Wool pincushions pose as spring hats, making them perfect party favors for a Mother’s Day luncheon or sewing circle. Or, make several for yourself and keep one in each of your sewing baskets. So charming! The pincushions are made from [...]
  • Mother & Daughter Aprons: {Vintage Sewing}: Materials: Cotton Fabric in two contrasting colors J. & P. COATS Percale Bias Trim, single fold (in a third contrasting color) J. & P. COATS or CLARK’S O.N.T. Mercerized Sewing Threads to match How To Make Bib Patterns Mother (1/2″ seams are allowed). Mark a section 7″ x 13″. At lower edge, measure over 5 [...]
  • Peek-A-Boo Toy Sacks How-To: {Sewing}: Today’s feature is from Make It Perfect with this fun Peek-A-Boo Toy Sack Tutorial: I’ve sewed 8 big toy sacks and sorted the kids toys into them. The cool thing about these sacks is that they have a big plastic window on the front so that everyone can see exactly what is inside them without [...]
  • Crafty Mini Makeup Roll: {Sewing}: Today’s feature is from kellyrachel.com with this clever & crafty tutorial for a Mini Makeup Roll: This week we’re making a mini makeup roll to hold your on-the-go makeup needs, like mascara, lipstick and touch up foundation. This tutorial is fairly simple and straightforward. This is a similar idea to the purse organizer except it’s [...]
  • Peasant Apron Tutorial: {Vintage Sewing}: Peasant Apron Materials: Cotton Fabric (print and plain) Rick Rack in two colors (match two colors in print) J. & P. COATS or CLARK’S O.N.T. Mercerized Sewing Threads in matching colors Cutting Directions: Upper Section 1 piece, 10″ long x 36″ wide (of print) Lower Section 1 piece, 6 1/2″ long x 36″ wide (of [...]
  • Beach Bags & Totes You Can Make: {Patterns & Tutorials}: Oversized Beach Tote in Urban Green and a Tutorial: maidenjane.blogspot.com Mesh Bag For The Beach: marthastewart.com DIY: Making a Beach Tote Bag: sayyestohoboken.com Fun Tote Bag Pattern {Crochet}: attic24.typepad.com Beach Towel Tote Tutorial: alisaburke.blogspot.com Tote-Able Towel Tutorial: annamariahorner.blogspot.com Bagsket Tutorial: foofanagle.wordpress.com Beach Bag – With Handles: husqvarnaviking.com Reversible Beach Bag Tutorial: soozs.blogspot.com Beach-Towel Tote Bag: [...]
  • Land of Nod Inspired Floor Cushions: {Sewing How-To}: Today’s feature is from Living With Punks with Tutorial: Land of Nod Inspired Floor Cushion: If you’d like to make your own, here’s what you’ll need: 1 yard Home Dec Fabric 2 pkgs. 1/2″ pre made piping Contrasting Thread 16-24 oz. Fiberfill, depending on how lofty you want it These floor cushions are so adorable [...]
  • Apron With Ball Fringe: {Vintage Sewing}: Apron With Ball Fringe Materials: Cotton Fabric – 1 yd Ball Fringe (in contrasting color) – 1 1/8 yds J. & P. COATS or CLARK’S O.N.T. Mercerized Sewing Threads in matching colors Cutting Directions: Body of Apron 1 piece, 24″ long x 36″ wide Waistband 1 piece, 4″ x 18 1/2″ Ties 2 pieces, each [...]
  • Make A Pretty Fabric Folder Portfolio: {Sewing}: Today’s feature is from Niesz Vintage Home & Fabric with this Fabric Folder Portfolio Tutorial: This week I made a couple more fabric portfolio folders, and so as promised, I’m here to show you how I made them. I decided not to use the iron-on vinyl with these, but I’m not totally giving up on [...]
  • Apron From Ticking With Yarn Trim: {Vintage Sewing}: Apron From Ticking With Yarn Trim Materials: Ticking, Denim, etc. – 5/8 yd J. & P. COATS Heavy Duty Mercerized Sewing Thread Yarn in contrasting color How To Make Patterns: Apron Mark a section 12″ x 16″. Measure in 1 1/4″ from side edge and mark on top edge. Shape a curved side edge as [...]
  • Make Quilted Cannister Sleeves With Fabric Labels: {Sewing}: Today’s feature is from Handmade Mommy with this Quilted Canister Sleeves with Fabric Labels Tutorial: Because I’m always looking for ways to create and simplify, I’ve got a tutorial for quilted canister sleeves. Crafty and organizational. Ah. And while they look great on stainless canisters, they would look just as good on plastic containers or [...]