projects Archives

How to Personalize a Quick Gift with PaintWork!

July 21, 2014 Alice Voss-Kantor

Last year’s holiday gifts for my co-workers and friends were linen sachets personalized with Paintwork monograms. I love linen sachets! This time I worked from an already assembled version and PaintWork seemed to be the perfect solution to add the special touch to them. … More

How to Make a Peplum Belt

July 17, 2014 Mimi G.

With just a half-yard of fabric you can make this trendy peplum belt and add a fun accessory to your wardrobe. … More

10+ DIY Summer Beach Projects

July 11, 2014 WeAllSew

Are you ready for the summer? The weather is just perfect to visit the pool or beach, but if you’re still in need of a new swimsuit or a few necessities check out these great DIY summer beach projects! … More

How to Make a Wool Applique Needle Book

July 10, 2014 Sue Bleiweiss

This little needle book comes in handy when you want to sit outside on the deck and do a little hand sewing or stitch a binding on a quilt. It also makes a nice gift for a fellow sewist. … More

How to Make a Summer Gathering Pouch with Stitched Embellishments

July 3, 2014 WeAllSew

The primitive shape and the wonderful texture of a bark gathering basket were the inspiration for this elaborately embellished bag. Experiment with stitches, use double threads, mix pinks and greens – pull out your stash and play! … More

How to Make Jo’s Zipper Tape Rose on Your Sewing Machine – NO Handwork!

June 30, 2014 Jo Leichte

It’s easy to make a rose from zipper tapes using a needle and thread. It’s even easier when you use your sewing machine! … More

How to Make Elegant Ruffled Tulle Table Runners

June 26, 2014 Anneliese

Looking for a quick way to add color and drama to your next party? These tulle table runners create a huge impact and take just a few minutes to sew. … More

Show Us Your Summer Sparkle Quilts!

June 23, 2014 WeAllSew

We want to see the Summer Sparkle quilts you’ve been making – or are in the process of making! … More

DIY Backyard Bean Bags and Games

June 20, 2014 WeAllSew

Bean bags make for great summer fun no matter what your age! Check out our favorite bean bag tutorials and ideas for playing all kinds of backyard bean bag games. … More

How to Make a Hippitee-Do-Dah Bag

June 19, 2014 Jenelle Montilone

I’m very excited to share with you the much-requested Hippitee-Do-Dah Bag tutorial. I taught this sassy t-shirt-upcycling project last April at the Craftcation Conference. … More

Summer Sparkle Quilt-Along: Part 3

June 16, 2014 Faith Jones

Welcome to Week 3 of our Summer Sparkler Quilt-Along with Faith Jones. This week we’ll piece the top, quilt the layers, and bind the edges to complete the quilt assembly. … More

Keep your cool in the kitchen with this ever-practical oven glove.

How to Make Double Oven Mitts

June 12, 2014 Stacy Schlyer

Keep your cool in the kitchen with this ever-practical oven glove. An indispensible kitchen item that goes together very quickly. … More

Category: projects