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Fabric Postcard Valentines

January 24, 2013 WeAllSew

It’s easy to make your own fabric Valentines using bits and pieces of fabric and quilt blocks. A wonderful, personally-crafted card from a crafty person to someone who knows you love fabrics and quilting. They will love it, and you will have saved $4 to $5 on a purchased card. … More

Pretty Pincushion Projects

January 18, 2013 WeAllSew

Sometimes it’s the little details that count, like having a pretty pincushion to hold all your pins in place. Here are some free pincushion projects to get you inspired to stitch up your own pretty interpretation. … More

How to Make a Jellyfish Cat Toy

January 17, 2013 WeAllSew

The only thing more fun than making this pet toy is watching your cat play with it! See how easy it is to create with a full-length, step-by-step video tutorial by Professor Pincushion. … More

FREE Sewing Magazine – Through the Needle ONLINE Issue #15

January 8, 2013 Jo Leichte

Take a peek at the contents of the latest issue of our magazine, Through the Needle ONLINE, then click the link to download your FREE copy! … More

Organize Your Sewing Space for the New Year!

January 4, 2013 WeAllSew

The top resolutions for sewers this year is to clean and organize sewing supplies and spaces. We’re here to help you get your sewing nook in order with a whole list of tips and tutorials. … More

How to Make a Leather Strap Tote

January 3, 2013 Rachel Faucett

Classic design meets modern twist. This cool tote with boxed bottom can carry anything you throw at (or in) it. The leather strap simplifies the design and accentuates your style. Clean, classic lines mean it’s easy to construct, so you go from zero to tote-and-go in less time. This will become your go-to tote! … More

Easy, Fast, Super Hip Gifts by JCasa

December 31, 2012 Rachel Faucett

Today’s projects are from one of our favorite sewing & handmade living blogs, JCasa, whose tag-line is a handcrafter’s mantra: Make something special every day. Jennifer Casa is a self-described mama, maker, homebody, rocker, and dreamer — all things we can certainly appreciate! … More

Grandma Camp

December 27, 2012 Kerry Finn

Each summer we take our grandchildren for a few days and have “camp.” We move in a camper, fire pit, sleeping bags, pillows, swimsuits, and lots of snacks. This year we added two great-nieces and two more grandmas!
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DIY Stylish Sewing Gifts for the Holidays: Ideas from Handmade Charlotte

December 24, 2012 Rachel Faucett

Handmade always means more during the holiday season. If you’re anxious to squeeze in some sewing for gift-giving we have six great easy tutorials to help in your handmade quest. These stylish gifts can be sewn in an afternoon and will leave your friends and relatives feeling extra cozy and extra loved this holiday season! … More

Holiday Gifts To Stitch For Kids

December 21, 2012 WeAllSew

We’re sharing some of our favorite free sewing projects for the holidays each Friday until the end of the year – from decorations to deck the halls to quick gifts for loved ones. This week we’re sharing some of our favorite stitchable gifts for kids. … More

How to Make a Faux Fur Capelet

December 20, 2012 Nicole Smith

Faux fur achieves true style in this simple, classic design. Go ahead and dress it up or down, wrap yourself in a bit of glam and make a striking entrance. Nothing draws the eye like feline elegance.
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Peace, Love, and Joy

December 18, 2012 WeAllSew

Gayle Schleimann composed her Peace, Love, and Joy Chirpy Bird trilogy in BERNINA Embroidery Software 6, using simple letter kerning, manipulation, and pattern run items to create her pieces. The best part was incorporating her new Chirpy Bird designs! … More

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