Use the built-in stitches of your sewing machine to make a simple, custom key wristlet. … More
Part seven of our Rulerwork for Beginners Series is all about stitching waves—a very easy and versatile design. … More
Why not spruce up your gift giving with these adorable gift card envelopes made with wool? It’s also a great use for the decorative stitches on your machine.
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Let’s talk about the dreaded moment when you realize you made a mistake and have to get the seam ripper out to remove some stitches. But not for any simple, straight seam. For an overlocker seam. Terror sets in, anxiety levels rise up and all you want to do is throw away that cursed project. But wait, there is still hope! … More
Are you curious about a coverstitch machine and what it does? This machine is key to achieving that perfect polished … More
Learn how to create binding with ruffles! It’s great for quilts that need a bit more color, texture or a tactile element. … More
I got so excited with the arrival of my Essentials II collection that I started a project as soon as … More
Follow along for part three of Boring to Beautiful Blanks With Your Serger! You will learn how to take a blank towel and make it beautiful. … More
The running stitch – three zigs to the left, three zags to the right, repeat – has been getting a lot of notice lately in Modern Quilting as an alternative to quilting with lines of plain straight stitch. But that’s not the only way to use the running stitch. It’s also excellent for piecing together remnants of batting. … More
I just learned this great trick for making some simple t-shirt applique shapes using OESD’s AquaMesh Plus paper-backed adhesive, water-soluble stabilizer! See how I added some shapes to perk up a plain t-shirt scarf, and get a quick how-to for making your own scarf from upcycled tees. … More
Did you know there are many options to bind your quilt by machine? The blindstitch binding technique is simple and the stitches are nearly invisible. You’ll be amazed and wonder why you didn’t know about this sooner! … More
Learn some helpful tips to create and embellish the simple, functional Sandhill Sling bag designed by Noodlehead Patterns. … More
