Glue basting fabric can make your sewing projects faster, neater, and more fun. Learn the best glues to use, why heat-set glues are ideal, and tips for perfect results!
Chain Piecing Made Easy: Save Time and Sew Smarter
Once you get the hang of chain piecing, there’s no going back. It’s one of those simple quilting techniques that saves time, thread, and brainpower—and once you’ve got a rhythm going, it’s pretty darn satisfying, too. If you’re new to the idea, chain piecing is exactly what it sounds like: sewing a series of fabric […]
Leaders & Enders: The Unsung Heroes of Chain Piecing
If you’re chain piecing without using leaders and enders, let me gently (but firmly) say… you’re missing a trick. These little scraps might not look like much, but they pull more than their weight at the sewing machine. Let’s talk about what leaders and enders are, why they matter, and how they can quietly transform […]
DIY Easy, Reversible Baby Receiving Blanket
This simple baby blanket tutorial is quick to make, beginner-friendly, reversible, and totally customizable. You can mix and match fabrics—flannel, fleece, or cotton—to suit the season or the baby’s nursery theme.
What to Do with Fabric Scraps {Besides Hoarding Them}
You’re my people, I am your people. So, let’s be honest – we’ve all got that bin (or in my case, bins). You know the one that’s overflowing with tiny pieces of fabric that were just too cute to toss? Maybe you had big plans to use them right away, or maybe you figured, ‘Future […]
DIY Make Fabric Flowers Tutorial {Video}
These fabric flowers are a great scrap buster and take literally minutes to make – even for beginning sewists. Plus, you don’t need a sewing machine! Just fabric, thread, a glue gun, and a little hand stitching. Whether you’re adding a handmade touch to gifts, decorating a wreath, or sprucing up a tote bag, these […]
5 Ways to Keep Fabric Secure in the Embroidery Hoop
If you love to embroider or cross-stitch, you may have found that one of the most frustrating things is fabric slipping in the hoop, causing the fabric to become slack and creating uneven stitches. We want to offer the following solutions to keeping fabric taut in the hoop: These simple tricks will create a secure, […]
No-Sew Throw Pillow Covers: Using Fusible Tape
If you’re looking to add a pop of personality or seasonal flair to your home, a new set of throw pillows might be just the answer. Whether for your couch, bed, or outdoor space, pillows can completely refresh a room. But when you factor in the price of brand-new pillows, things can add up quickly. […]
Sew a Self-Binding Baby Blanket Tutorial
Welcoming a new baby into the world is always a joyous occasion, and what better way to celebrate than with a homemade baby blanket? These adorable creations make wonderful gifts, especially when you personalize them with special colors and patterns for the little one in your life. This baby blanket project is perfect for busy […]
DIY Reusable Zero-Waste Kitchen Sponges
There are so many compelling reasons to make your own zero-waste, reuseable kitchen sponges! Let us count the reasons: No matter why you make them, scrubby kitchen sponges are easy-peasy to make. This is a quick sewing project that can be easily completed in an hour. My favorite part is that I have full creative control of […]