Pillow-Making Tips
What to do with all those large print fat quarters in your stash? If you cut them into little pieces you lose the pretty picture, so why not use them for little ornamental pillows? … More
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Baby Blanket Gift: Easy as 1-2-3!
I love making custom receiving blankets for friends expecting a baby, and they have always really loved getting them. Not only are these easy-as-pie gifts to stitch up, but small prints and plain colors are perfect blank canvases for embroidery. … More
T-Shirt Makeover – Maternity Style!
I discovered a quick trick to make oversized T’s into flattering maternity T’s! … More
Perfect 1/4″ Patchwork Seams
Improve your patchwork stitching! For sewing 1/4″ seam seams, use Patchwork Foot #37/37D or Patchwork Foot with Guide #57/57D. Jo shows how to align your fabric for perfect 1/4″ seaming. … More
Erika’s Top 3 Presser Feet
If I could only choose 3 accessory feet to work with, you know, if I was stuck on a desert island with my sewing machine and only a handful of accessories to go with it, these are the 3 that I just couldn’t live without! … More
Easy Embellishment: Needle Punch!
Just imagine: pull a boring old sweater from the back of your closet (or the $2 rack at the local thrift store), add a handful of yarn/fiber/fabric scraps, play for 30 minutes, and end up with a one-of-a-kind designer sweater! … More