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Irresistibly Cute Spring Sewing Projects Using Fat Quarters
I love to sew! And naturally, my hobby means that I have TONS of scrap fabric that I am always looking for a way to use. Just the other day I found a whole box of fat quarters in Spring designs and colors, so I’ve been looking for cute and clever ways to repurpose what I have. Take a look at a few of my favorite ideas below to see how I plan on reusing my fat quarters for Spring sewing projects. Spring Sewing Projects: Table Runners You’ll need five fat quarters to complete this project. Upon completion, the table runner should look like a small quilt of some…
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How To Make Comfy Sweater Mittens
Just the other day, we had a cold spell in my neck of the woods and I couldn’t find my gloves to scrape the ice off my car in the morning. Needless to say, my hands were frozen for a few hours afterward. But I didn’t want to buy a new pair of gloves, I wanted to make a pair instead! So I took one of my favorite sweaters (that may or may not be wearable due to the hole in the sleeve) and turned them into an incredibly cozy pair of sweater mittens. Follow the tutorial below to see how I did it. Here’s What You’ll Need For Your…
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Sewing Hacks For Jeans That You Need To Know
I love jeans. There’s nothing better than that perfectly worn-in pair that fits you so well that it doesn’t feel like you’re wearing anything. However, in my experience, I’ve realized that when my jeans feel this comfortable, they’re about to rip any day now. Fortunately, these sewing hacks for jeans will save your favorite jeans so you can wear them a few more times. Sewing Hacks For Jeans: Crotch There’s nothing worse than discovering that you’ve been walking around with a hole in the crotch of your jeans all day. However, it’s a pretty easy fix with nothing more than a needle and thread. You’ll want to begin by hemming…
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DIY Thanksgiving Utensil Holders To Sew
Creating an awesome Thanksgiving tablescape is one of my favorite things to do for the holiday. There are so many different styles to choose from, and many of them are pretty easy to make by yourself. If you’re looking to complete your Thanksgiving tablescape, I recommend doing so by creating some Thanksgiving utensil holders. And the best part is that you don’t even have to be good at sewing to make these, so long as you can hem, you’ll be just fine. Thanksgiving Utensil Holders To Sew DIY Cutlery Holder: This super cute cutlery holder is great because it can be reused for Christmas or any other holiday. Use a…
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Quick And EASY Sewing Projects Using Ric Rac
Ric Rac is such a fun material to sew with. It’s zig-zaggy like lines add a great bit of style to any sewing project, and it’s super easy to work with. If you’re looking for a fun and easy project for the weekend, try one of these quick and easy sewing projects using ric rac. You won’t regret it! Quick And EASY Sewing Projects Using Ric Rac Ric Rac Ribbon While this isn’t exactly a sewing project, you can use the ribbon that you created to outfit the other project of your choice. To make, purchase a length of ribbon ( 2-3 inches wide, it really doesn’t matter). Pin a…
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Spooky Halloween Sewing Patterns Perfect For The Beginner
I love a good sewing project! But up until just recently, sewing really hasn’t been one of my strong suits. Fortunately, my mother has taught me all of her skills (she’s a great sewer) and I’d have to say that I am pretty decent at it! Because of my newfound sewing skills, I wanted to try a few spooky sewing crafts for Halloween. These Halloween sewing patterns are perfect for the beginner, and they’re oh so cute. Keep reading for more of my favorite holiday sewing crafts. And as always, comment below and tell me which one your favorite is. Spooky Halloween Sewing Patterns Perfect For The Beginner Halloween Rice…
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Simple Sew Projects For The Fourth Of July
The Fourth Of July will be here before we know it and I’ve already begun planning out my decor for the great event! But my love for the Fourth Of July doesn’t end with DIYed decor…I love to tackle Fourth Of July themed sewing projects, too! If you love sewing and the Fourth Of July as much as I do, try your hand at these simple sewing projects for the holiday. Simple Sew Projects For The Fourth Of July Fourth Of July Quilt Nothing says fun and festive for the fourth like a red, white, and blue quilt perfect for snuggling around the fire. And the best part is that…
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Summer Sewing Crafts
Summer is the perfect time to pick up new hobbies. With the kids out of school, I always feel like I have plenty of free time to tackle any kind of DIY project. Until they start fighting over something ridiculous, that is. This summer, I plan on doing nothing but sewing. Seriously, I plan for a new sewing craft every week! If you’re like me and looking for tons of fun summer sewing crafts, take a look at the ideas featured in my list below! Summer Sewing Crafts Tote Bag Between parties at the pool, to soccer practice, and sleepovers at the best friend’s house, kids are busy come summer!…
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Sewing Stitches 101: Which Stitch is Right For Your Project?
When I first learned how to sew, one of the things I struggled the most with was deciding which stitch to use for my hand-sewing projects. For a while, I just used the same stitch for everything and that resulted in many ruined projects! I wish that I knew the difference between them all when I first started. A guide like this would have been incredibly handy! If you’re new to the art of sewing and the art of choosing the correct sewing stitch for your hand-sewn projects, never fear! Once you learn the difference between the different stitches, choosing one is almost too easy. Below, I’ve outlined the different…
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Convenient Handheld Sewing Machine
When I turned twelve years old, my grandmother was incredibly excited to give me a handheld sewing machine. The handheld sewing machine didn’t impress me much at first, but after I learned that it was a family heirloom, and how to use it, it became one of my most prized possessions. I can’t wait to give it to my daughter when she turns twelve! Aside from the sentimental value of my handheld sewing machine, it proved to be extremely useful, as well. In fact, when I used to work at a corporate office, I kept it stashed away in my desk, just in case I ever ripped an unsightly hole…
