Hello friends! My name is Amy Smart and I love to share my quilting obsession on my site Diary of … More
Looking for a cute project for the tween in your life? How about turning a T-shirt into a fringe skirt with this super simple tutorial! … More
Very soon we will be celebrating the 4th of July and I wanted to have something fun for my table. I went to my stash and found some basic red, white and blue fabrics to create this embellished table topper. In a few hours, you too can have this quilt gracing your table. … More
Summer is a great time to teach your children to sew, and this scarf is the perfect beginner sewing project. It can be worn by girls or women. It’s a lightweight accessory that can be worn year round. And it can be given away for a one-of-a-kind handmade gift. … More
This Rose Tile Thread Painted Pillow project comes from our BERNINA Ambassador Terry White, and is reminiscent of early 20th Century Arts and Crafts designs. … More
Here’s a way to have the experience of making one of those haute couture quilted French jackets in an afternoon, by making a little “cuff” bracelet that uses some of the haute couture techniques. And you can make it from scraps! It’s just for fun. … More
The 4th of July is one of the most popular holidays in our family. It may have something to do … More
You may or may not know that I am a sampler designer, drawing images that get turned into patterns for hand embroidery. Most times, Dropcloth Samplers are stitched by hand, but occasionally stitchers work in a few machine stitches too. … More
As a BERNINA Brand Ambassador, I wanted to create a bright and cheery “in the hoop” mug rug. This one can be created in about 30 minutes. It can be something you make to brighten someone else’s day, or one that you simply enjoy for yourself! … More
One of the things I love about appliqués is that you can make them out of just about any fabric or shape so they’re versatile enough for pretty much any garment or style. So, next time you’re about to drop off one of your favorite shirts or jeans at the thrift store, think twice and put an appliqué on it! … More
Join me for my three-part Silhoucat Quilt-Along and learn a really nice way to combine some piecing with an easy appliqué. Taking a basic half square triangle pattern and adding an appliqué on top makes a nice keepsake or a very attainable, very prized gift! … More
Father’s Day is almost here. Perfect timing for a handmade gift for Dad that is practical and cool. Final touches such as an embroidered monogram or a leather name plate are optional. … More
