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DIY Retro-Inspired Embroidered Circle Skirt

May 9, 2013 Ashley Johnston

To make a fashion classic for the next generation: Start with a simple, classic shape: The Circle. Add a touch of floral embroidery. Put a fun new spin on a junior fashion. …and your little one is ready for the runway.
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Getting Ready to Garden!

March 8, 2013 WeAllSew

Here in Chicago we’re starting to pull things together for the much anticipated gardening seaseon (is it spring yet?), including taking stock of our gardening “stuff”. I was thinking – what better way to keep all of our tools in order than to stitch up a few organizers? It didn’t take me long to find a bunch of awesome tutorials and projects – and here are my favorites! … More

I ♥ My Serger

February 22, 2013 Jo Leichte

I love my serger. I wouldn’t get nearly as much sewing done if it weren’t for this little workhorse. Honestly, for the last year or so my sewing machine has been an “accessory” for my serger, not the other way around! I’ve collected links to some of my favorite serger projects and tutorials. Serge on! … More

Simple Festive Pillowcases

February 8, 2013 Erika Mulvenna

If you’re like me and short on time, stithcing up a few quick pillowcases in a holiday theme can be a fun way to help your family celebrate! … More

Pretty Pincushion Projects

January 18, 2013 WeAllSew

Sometimes it’s the little details that count, like having a pretty pincushion to hold all your pins in place. Here are some free pincushion projects to get you inspired to stitch up your own pretty interpretation. … More

DIY Matching Pajamas for Christmas

December 13, 2012 WeAllSew

One of our favorite holiday traditions is the matching pajama pants the kids wear for Christmas. Growing up, my siblings and I would cluster together on the stairs every Christmas morning in our new pajamas, anticipation building, while our mother snapped the annual “waiting to open presents” photo. … More

Heart Coin Purse by Professor Pincushion for WeAllSew

November 12, 2012 WeAllSew

Loose change and thing- a-ma-bobs can now be rounded up in this sweet and practical coin purse. Shaped like a heart, it utilizes the technique of reverse applique to give it a unique embellishment with contrasting fabrics. This project is a perfect afternoon craft that makes a great gift.
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Hung-Up on Hexagons!

November 2, 2012 WeAllSew

We’re head-over-heels for hexagons here at WeAllSew, and these are a few of our favorite “hexy” tutorials! … More

Snuggly Owl Pinterest Party!

September 5, 2012 WeAllSew

Our WeAllSew Snuggly Own project by Ashley Johnston has been re-pinned on Pinterest over 5,000 times! To celebrate, we’re hosting a Snuggly Owl Pinterest Party! … More

Embroidered Circles Folio

August 21, 2012 WeAllSew

Here’s Pam Craig’s version of a folio project from a class Amanda Whitlatch taught at Southern Sewing School. Want to make one of your own? Download The Folio Project instructions from the project page of Amanda’s website – and send us photos of your creation! … More

SteamPunk Mixed Media Upcycle

July 17, 2012 WeAllSew

This is my favorite type of project: fast, fun, and very forgiving. Start to finish, 3 hours!
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Bring Some Summer To The Table!

July 13, 2012 WeAllSew

Stitch up a mouthwatering watermelon table runner to decorate your summer table with this mouth watering watermelon table runner! … More

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