Displaying and Organizing Threads
Do you organize your thread? This great organization tip from Nancy Prince comes in handy in your sewing room. Little … More
Tag: organization
How to Keep Thread Spools Organized
Keep your thread stash organized and make your thread last longer with these tips. … More
How To Sew a Binding Bag
One of my favorite items in my studio is my little Binding Bag. It holds everything I need to bind a quilt: needles, needle threader, binding clips, small scissors, and thread. Learn how to sew your very own Binding Bag! … More
Embroidery Basics: Tip for Storing Stabilizer Information Sheets
Here’s a trick for keeping stabilizer information sheets neatly stored right with the stabilizer roll where they will be easy to find every time you need them. … More
How to Make a Keychain Ear Bud Pouch
Tired of lost and/or tangled headphones? Stow them in this little pouch and you’ll always know where to find them. … More
Sew to Serve: Threads of Love
Threads of Love Foundation is dedicated to providing clothing, blankets, and other articles handmade with love for families with tiny, premature or sick infants in hospital. Find out how you can help by sewing to serve others! … More
Finding a Needle…In or Out of a Haystack
Can’t find the right needle? Jo shares her needle storage tips and a link to everything you need to know about needles but didn’t know to ask. … More
Creative Surroundings
I recently had a milestone birthday (I’m not saying which one) and when my husband asked me what I wanted as a gift, I didn’t ask for diamonds, an ocean cruise, or a new wardrobe…more than anything, I wanted a sewing-room makeover! So I took myself off to IKEA to see what I could find … More
Making the Most of a Small Space
Moving into a smaller house can be challenging! Here is another one of my ways to get the most out of a small space. I stacked shelf organizers above the long closet shelf to store my fabric stash. Yep, this is all I have!!!
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Organize Your Sewing Space for the New Year!
The top resolutions for sewers this year is to clean and organize sewing supplies and spaces. We’re here to help you get your sewing nook in order with a whole list of tips and tutorials. … More
How to Make Phone/iPod/Computer Cord Keepers
Kellie Rushing, one of our Resource Trainers, sent me photos of the cord keepers she made for her phone, computer, and iPad. She recycles toilet paper rolls and covers them with vinyl-coated cotton. This super-easy project would make a nice gift for just about anyone – just change the fabric colors and embroidered alphabet. … More
My Favorite Thread Storage Boxes
Why do I love my Sulky Slimline thread boxes? Let me count the ways… … More