Creative articles about sewing
This fun summer pillow makes the perfect sewing project for kids when they are on summer break or just feeling crafty around the house. … More
Today we’re going to finish the baby quilt we started in Part 1 by stitching the three layers together—the actual … More
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
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
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
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
Now that the top of the Silhoucat Quilt is pieced, we are ready to add the silhouette appliqué in our Quilt-Along! … 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
It’s a simple design, based on a bellhop’s uniform. But when Coco Chanel launched her version of this spare jacket in the 50s, jazzed up with handmade trim and jewelry-like buttons, a classic was born. … More
