Coming up with the ten projects you’re most proud of can be tough. Melissa from Polkadot Chair went through her most popular or most challenging projects of the past year. Some of the things she is proud of include her 50 beginners projects – giving those to her blog as easy, step-by-step projects to start […]
Using a selection of companion prints, simple pincushions can turn into bright fun on a desk or in a sewing case. This set used solids and leaner designs in the center, bordered by bright colors and intricate patterns for the ends. Using squares of about 4 inches and scraps to mix and match ranging from 1 […]
Need a gift bag? Why not make one? This lesson by Kim of Sweet Red Poppy will teach you how to do it. It requires a sewing machine and thread and features designs from Melissa’s Wonderland fabric collection. It takes you step by step through the process. Key Takeaways: Cut out a rectangle that measures 6 […]
Making a hand warmer with simple rice and fabric is a perfect way to use up those beautiful fabric pieces you’ve stored away. Remember, you’ll hold on to these to keep warm so choose or cut squares of fabric to approximate handful size. With the fabric inside out, stitch edges together ¾ of the way […]
Today’s fabrics are more original and innovative than ever; many are computer designed and digitally produced. This offers creatives working with such fabrics a lot of options for their crafts. It also encourages simple fabric souvenir collectors to go looking for interesting and stimulating swatches. Some shops have turned into tourist stops and are taking […]
If you’ve ever tried sewing flying geese quilt patterns it’s easy to find that they don’t line up. The key to keeping them perfectly squared is to sew and fold onto the face and then flip it over. Any hanging edging should be carefully trimmed to bring it in line with the back fabric. It […]
“What can brown do for you?” Quilting can be fun and therapeutic. It’s enjoyable to make something useful and beautiful. Why not enjoy the tranquility further by working with browns for a Fall quilt? Browns look nice and go with many styles of decor so are a good choice. There are many shades of brown […]
You can find great things at thrift stores. You can find some pretty crazy ones too! Quilts are always things to treasure because someone had to sit down and make them. It takes a lot of time to do. Then there’s the stories behind some of the patterns and fabrics used in a quilt. The […]
You might wonder what types of quilts you should use appliques in. An applique is perfect for artistic quilts or quilts with curved pieces. You can use appliques to create landscapes, add floral arrangements, and to add cute animals to a quilt. It is also useful to add big shapes that would be odd to […]
This is the latest in a series of useful stitch tutorials. The blanket stitch is easy to do and can be used to make beautiful personalized baby blankets. Read here about how to make your templates and use a blanket stitch to create a beautiful personalized gift – a gift that is worth waiting for. […]
