Sewing Tip- Why is the red ball on one end of the seam ripper?


Do you know why there’s a red ball on one end of the seam ripper? I can only remember using the seam ripper properly once!  Usually I pick the seam completely apart, or I remove some of the seams and then I pull the rest of the seam apart with force when I’m frustrated. A friend posted this…

Sewing Tip – Serger Cover Tutorial


Sew So Easy shows us how to sew your own cover for the Brother 1034d serger. Quick and simple project, make it lined or unlined. Add your own design elements and decoration. Use the tutorial or join Craftsy to download the FREE pattern.  Read more… Do you have a favorite sewing product, or a special technique that you love?  Submit your sewing…

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- Dritz Thermal Thimbles


  So Sew Easy shares why these small tools make sewing quicker, easier, and help you get better results. Whenever you want to press small seams, or press details, straps for bags, small folds etc., your fingers are right there just waiting to be blasted with steam and scorched. That’s where Dritz Thermal Thimbles come to the rescue. Read more……

Calling all Handbag Junkies- “Closed” Week one


I’m looking for all handbag junkies to share their thoughts on the perfect summer handbag.  The challenge is to use your ideas to create the perfect summer handbag.  Over the next four weeks I will post a poll every Thursday, and you will have one week to submit your answers.  I’ll share the weekly poll results and show you the weekly design progression.  Don’t…

Sewing Tip-Easy way to turn a tube of fabric right side out


Turning a tube the right side out again once you had stitched the tube is pretty hard and it can get frustrating! It just all bunches up and gets too thick to turn.  So Sew Easy shows you an easy way to get the job done. Read more here…. Do you have a favorite sewing product,…

DIY Pinecone Wreath


I fell in love with a white pinecone wreath that cost more than I wanted to spend….So I decided to upcycle a wreath I found last year on sale along with the pinecones that I normally use to decorate my Christmas tree.  I cut and shaved half of the pinecones with garden pruning shears then hot…

How to Customize a Creative Workspace


I created a creative workspace for my sewing, painting and any other creative endeavor I can think of.  I’ve searched everywhere for an affordable craft table, but the cost, or the perfect storage, length, and table height was difficult to find. That’s when I decided to make my own craft table with the help of my husband….

Sewing Tip-How to sew a Lettuce Edge Hem


Do you hate hemming thinner knit fabrics?  Is it because it has a tendency to curl on the edges?  So Sew Easy shows you an easy and pretty way to finish your garment! This hem is typically seen on little girls clothes, but often in women’s clothing too! These curly-wurly hemlines looks pretty on casual and maxi dresses, and it’s practical too. …

Sewing Tip- Make your own piping!


Are you tired of buying piping? Have you ever thought about making your own piping for your sewing projects?  So Sew Easy saves the day and shares the how to… Piping can be made ahead of time and stored, just the same way you make bias tape from fabric left-overs and save it for the perfect…