This is such an easy project with beautiful results. The Magic Pillowcase is made with a unique process that results in a professional looking finish with no seams showing, especially if you follow along with us as we sew it together using a french seam. What You Will Need Main fabric - 1 piece at 27" by the width of fabric Cuff fabric - 1 piece at 9" by the width of … [Read more...] about Magic Pillowcase Tutorial (AKA Burrito Pillow/ Roll-Up Pillow)
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Fabric Journal, Book Cover Tutorial
These covers are so handy for keeping your journals and your favorite soft covered books nice and clean. The instructions are suitable for any sized journal or book. Watch the video tutorial below or scroll down for the written instructions What You Need. Journal or book - at least one cover needs to be flexible. You may have trouble trying to put a hard covered book into … [Read more...] about Fabric Journal, Book Cover Tutorial
Easiest Ever No-Sew Dog/Cat Bed Tutorial
Paula's puppy dog Bronnie was in need of a new dog bed. We went shopping and looked at a few and then thought, "What are we doing, we can easily make her one." So that's what we did. In our video, we show you how you can easily make a no-sew dog bed or a cat bed. And you can make it in any size you want. It doesn't matter if you have a Chihuahua or a Great Dane, simply … [Read more...] about Easiest Ever No-Sew Dog/Cat Bed Tutorial
Easiest Ever Rag Quilt Tutorial- Ideal for Beginners
In this tutorial, we show you how to make the easiest Rag Quilt ever. These rag quilts are quick to make and they look absolutely awesome. We are using flannel so they are also warm and cuddly. Watch the video below or scroll down for the step-by-step written instructions Checkerboard Rag Quilt What you Need: 2¼ yards flannel colour 1 - back 2¼ yards flannel colour 2 - … [Read more...] about Easiest Ever Rag Quilt Tutorial- Ideal for Beginners
Charm Square – Patchwork Cushion Cover Tutorial
What a great way to brighten up a room. These charm square cushion covers are so easy to make. You can sew up lots of them for gifts or simply to scatter on your lounge. Did I say easy!!!!! They sure are and they look great. Watch the video tutorial below or scroll down for the written instructions What you need: 9 charm squares or 5" x 5" squares cut from your favorite … [Read more...] about Charm Square – Patchwork Cushion Cover Tutorial
Brother Scan n Cut Valentine’s Day Bundle Pack – Free Download 12 Cutting Files
February 14th is the day when lovers express their love for each by giving gifts of confectionary, flowers or simply presenting your loved one with a heartfelt greeting card. In honour of this romantic day, we are giving you 12 cutting files for your card making, scrapbooking, or art journal projects - absolutely free. We hope you enjoy your free downloads and get … [Read more...] about Brother Scan n Cut Valentine’s Day Bundle Pack – Free Download 12 Cutting Files
Paper Christmas Tree Tutorial
Paula and I were recently in one of the local craft stores and we saw some Xmas trees made out of paper. They were $90 so we decided we should make our own. Neither of us likes to cut up books so we decided to use scrapbooking paper, and we are delighted with the result. This is a great project for a Christmas centerpiece. And it's something you can get older kids … [Read more...] about Paper Christmas Tree Tutorial
Couched Patchwork Tote Bag – Tutorial
To make this couched patchwork tote bag I have used a Charm Pack. I love using 5" squares to make bags. Everything is precut and you don't have to think too hard about matching fabrics as it's all done for you. That is of course, if you are using Moda Charm Squares or another brand of precut squares. We made three variations using charm squares - my favourite is the vibrant … [Read more...] about Couched Patchwork Tote Bag – Tutorial
Scrap Buster – Needle Holder Tutorial – Sewing Project
For our latest tutorial, we wanted a quick and easy project and this needle holder fits the bill perfectly. It uses just a few scraps of fabric and some batting and it can be whipped up in no time at all. We made the basic version in our tutorial but you can embellish this in so many different ways to make it your own. They make great little gifts for your quilting and … [Read more...] about Scrap Buster – Needle Holder Tutorial – Sewing Project
DIY Canvas Tote Bag Tutorial
We've been meaning to create a tutorial for a canvas tote bag for some time now, so when we found some lovely teal canvas fabric from our local craft store, we took that as a sign. This is a really simple bag to make because it doesn't have any lining. For our bag, we used a canvas fabric with a design on the outside but you can use plain fabric for this if you … [Read more...] about DIY Canvas Tote Bag Tutorial