If you know a little kid with a big imagination, we’ve got the perfect handmade gift idea! Create play toys and accessories for a superhero or caring for dolly with these tutorials. … More
Keep warm on chilly winter days with this easy-to-make appliqued wool blanket. Why not double the “recipe” and make two? We’re sure you know someone who’d love to receive one as a gift!
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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
Blanket stitch applique is easy to learn, looks great, and only takes a fraction of the time needed to sew traditional satin stitch applique. Give it a try on your next applique project! … More
There are many organizations that need help from sewists just like you and me to help newborn babies in need. It’s easy to take just a little bit of fabric to make a quilt, blanket, or items for a layette. We’ve put together a list of places that need your help to sew to serve babies in need across the globe, nationally, and in your own community. … More
One of my favorite things to do is spend hours on the web seeing what other creative types are doing … More
The Snuggles Project needs help from sewers and crafters like you to serve homeless animals. Read about how you can help! … More
Create a very cuddly and cozy baby blanket using several layers of soft cotton fleece and simple straight stitches at your sewing machine. Anneliese from Aesthetic Nest gives you all the directions for completing this project in her tutorial. … More
A few weeks ago I taught a “Holiday Serging & Simple Sewing” webinar, part of our “Just Sew It!” series. I had so much fun prepping and presenting — making gifts and using my serger combines two of my favorite types of sewing! … More
New babies in the family always bring a joyful noise! And they present the opportunity to make my favorite gift − a baby blanket with matching burp cloths. … More
Got time to stitch up a small blankie? Then you have time to sew to serve a child in need. … More
The newest issue of Through the Needle ONLINE is out! And it’s filled with an assortment of sewing, embroidery, and quilting projects to inspire all stitches, from beginning to advanced. … More
