We’re showing you some creative ways to wrap up those handmade presents to make them “sew” unforgettable gifts! … More
Who says quilts are just for beds? Bring a little color to your table or work space with these tiny works of art. This project is a great way to use up fabric scraps and is a perfect way to show off your favorite cup or glass. … More
Welcome to our second week of sharing Sew Easy Holiday Gifts! This week we shift the focus to fashion accessories that make perfect gifts in the winter season. From easy scarves to accessories, these are our handpicked favorites. … More
Here at WeAllSew, we love stitching up something with love to gift to friends and family during the holiday season. But we often struggle to come up with the perfect gift idea for the perfect person. So this year we’ve all come together to share our top gift ideas with you through tutorials and patterns for quick sewing projects that make great holiday gifts!
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Decorate your home with this super-simple quilted stocking; add interesting ribbons and trims to create your own unique look. This easy project uses just three fabrics and two stitches.
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Are dozens of plastic grocery bags cluttering your kitchen? Hang this super-simple bag saver in your pantry to keep them contained while making sure they’re handy when you need them.
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Check out this fun and simple technique for turning strips of fabric, ribbon, or other flat trims into flowers! … More
![Have a habit of misplacing your keys. Losing your iPod? Forgetting your coupons? Now, with this handy organizer, all your little necessities are in one convenient spot when you're ready to head out the door - right on the door knob! How to Make a Door Organizer Supplies 1/3 yard or heavyweight fabric such as twill, canvas, or denim 1/3 yard of fusible interfacing Coordinating thread Scissors Water-soluble marking pen or tailor's chalk Ruler 1/4" presser foot (BERNINA Patchwork Foot #37 or Patchwork Foot with Guide #57) Download and print the keyhole template: [download id="88"] Step 1) Prepare the fabric pieces. Cut from the heavyweight fabric: Two 5" x 11" rectangles for the organizer body One 5" x 12" rectangle for the large pocket One 5" x 7" rectangle for the small pocket One 6" x 7" rectangle for the hanging pocket Fuse interfacing to the wrong side of both 5" x 11" fabric rectangles following the manufacturer's directions. How to Make a Door Organizer Cut the keyhole: Measure down 1" from the top edge of one 5" x 11" rectangle. Center the top of the keyhole template on this mark. Trace the template. Cut along the traced line. Repeat for the second 5" x 11" rectangle. How to Make a Door Organizer Step 2) Make the large and small pockets. With wrong sides together, fold the large pocket in half to create a 6" x 5" rectangle. Topstitch close to the folded edge. How to Make a Door Organizer Place the large pocket on top of the right side of one 5" x 11" rectangle, matching the raw edges along the sides and bottom edges. Baste in place. How to Make a Door Organizer With wrong sides together, fold the small pocket in half to create a 3 1/2" x 5" rectangle. Topstitch close to the folded edge. Place the small pocket on top of the large pocket, matching the raw edges along the sides and bottom edges. Baste in place. How to Make a Door Organizer Step 3) Make the hanging pocket. With wrong sides together, fold the 6" x 7" rectangle in half lengthwise. Press. How to Make a Door Organizer Unfold the strip and then fold the long raw edges to the center fold line. Press. Refold the strip along the center crease. Topstitch close to both long edges. How to Make a Door Organizer Fold under 1" on both edge of the finished 7" strip. Measure up 1-1/4" from the lower edge on the right side of the second 5" x 11" piece. Center the bottom of the strip on this mark. How to Make a Door Organizer Sew close to the folded ends of the strip, then again 1/2" away from the first stitching. How to Make a Door Organizer Step 4) Construct the door organizer. With right sides together, place the two 5" x 11" rectangles together, matching the raw edges and the keyhole opening. How to Make a Door Organizer Stitch around the entire rectangle, leaving the keyhole open. Do not stitch around the keyhole area! Clip the corners. How to Make a Door Organizer Turn the organizer right side out through the keyhole opening. Press. How to Make a Door Organizer Topstitch close to the finished edges. How to Make a Door Organizer Baste the raw edges of the keyhole opening together. How to Make a Door Organizer Satin stitch close to the keyhole edges. Position the fabric so the needle goes just barely to the right of the raw edges and encloses them in stitches. Tip: A satin stitch is a zigzag stitch with a very short stitch length, so the stitches are very close to each other. How to Make a Door Organizer How to Make a Door Organizer Fill your organizer with keys, pens, letters, etc. so you never leave home without your essentials! How to Make a Door Organizer](https://weallsew.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2011/10/How-to-Make-a-Door-Organizer-WeAllSew.jpg)
Have a habit of misplacing your keys? Losing your iPod? Forgetting your coupons? Now, with this handy organizer, all your little necessities are in one convenient spot when you’re ready to head out the door — right on the door knob! … More
I love little crafts that you can make in less than an hour, don’t you? Oh, and even better if they help use up all … More
Looking for a sturdy way to tote your books around town? This messenger fits the bill! It’s roomy enough to hold your belongings, even when you’re carrying a heavy load. The secret? Recycled billboard material!
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Everyone needs a good bag for carrying books and school supplies, whether you’re sending a tot off to preschool or if you are starting night classes. Here are a few of my favorite free bag project tutorials gathered from the web to give you some ideas for stithcing up a back-to-school bag. … More
Summer sunshine, blue skies, and warm breezes mean picnic weather is here! Get set for the perfect picnic with these free tutorials and patterns. … More