Well my grandson is finally here and has had a chance to snuggle with his sleepy boo-boo blanket. He’s so adorable that after I took pictures of him I wanted to snuggle too, so it’s been really tough to continue with this blog-post. His great-grandmother knitted this beautiful blanket that’s absolutely gorgeous, I think I need her to knit a scarf or…
Tag: Crafts
Whimsical Owl Pillow
I fell in love with this whimsical owl in Malaysia and she’s been staring at me for nearly a year. I’m the first to admit that I am not a painter, and when I tried my hand at the batik technique I was hooked. So when I was asked to create an owl pillow for…
Sewing Tip- Ironing your Project
Stephanies Stuff say’s that she is a firm believer of ironing your work as you go. It makes a good item look professional. Here’s a look at her quilt she made for her nephew. “He’s the only one so it was pretty important for me to make it look its best. There’s not any hint of ironing in the post, but…
Do you Love Sewing?
Submit your sewing tips to me for a featured blog post spot. It’s quick and easy, just click here and submit your tip, or tutorial. Happy Sewing!
Sewing Tip- How to Design a Sewing Pattern
Here are some great tips on how to design a sewing pattern! So Sew Easy shares how she develops a pattern from the early stages of the idea through to pattern development, testing, and the production of the samples. “When I look at it like this, including the time taken and all of the materials used in the process, it’s a…
Sewing Tip- Make your own gathered front Top
This is the first sewing tip post of the New Year, and you’re in for a fabulous treat! So Sew Easy teaches you how to make a gathered front top for yoga class, or everyday wear, using stretch fabric. Included is a video tutorial for beginners and a FREE pattern download! Learn how to mange knit stretch fabric, sew the perfect neck line, arm holes and princess…
Sewing Tip- Learn to use a twin needle
Learn how to use a twin needle for a professional finish. A video tutorial for hems, cuffs, necklines, and decorative stitches. How to use a twin needle I love it when I master new sewing skills. Being able to do something well makes the difference in my finished sewing, from looking a bit home-made to…
Submit your Sewing Tip
I recently started a Helpful Sewing Tip page. I wanted to reach out to everyone, because I think it would be great if the sewing community would share their tips and sewing product reviews. This would also be a great chance to learn from one another. Do you have a helpful sewing tip that has saved you time,…
Stop buying small spools of thread !
Do you wish you could use large spools of thread with a regular sewing machine? Well here’s helpful sewing tip…Use a wide mouth mason jar. You heard me…use a mason jar. I’ve stopped buying small spools of thread, because I got so tired of wondering… Did I use this spool in my last project? Do I…
Tips for Sewing Leather
The love hate relationship I have with sewing leather has forced me to seek help to improve this relationship. My problems were solved with a simple can of WD-40 and a leather sewing needle. That’s right WD-40, or you can use sewing machine oil. I read through many tips and watched YouTube videos that suggested buying a roller foot, or walking…
When do you use spray adhesive?
Do you use spray adhesive when fusible interfacing is just not in the budget? Or, the quilt batting is driving you insane when it shifts around? I found Dritz Spray Adhesive at JoAnn Fabric store, and Amazon for $12-$15 (USD) . It is a bit pricey, but I never buy it unless I have a store coupon. I use this spray as a temporary adhesive spray on nonfusible interfacing, stabilizers…
Very Inspirational Blogger Award!
Inspiration Nearly, ten months ago I started this blog, and my adventure to create handmade bags. I find inspiration for my designs in the most unlikely places. A scarf, or piece of furniture can inspire me. I Dream in color, and you never know where your dreams can take you. During my journey I have met some very creative bloggers,…
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