For our 2024 Christmas Table Runner we are using strips of fabric. I am using up fabric that has been sitting in my stash for quite some time now, and I decided it's time to use some of it up. This is perfect sewing project for the holiday season. This project is beginner friendly and you'’ll 're going to love how simple it is, because it only uses strips of … [Read more...] about Super Easy Christmas Table Runner Made From Strips
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Fat Quarter Quilt Pattern using Half-Square Triangles
We recently received a box of fabric from Mrs Quilty to review which was really nice as we had never had an opportunity to see what one of these fabric subscription services were like. In the box were 16 lovely summery fat quarters. There were two packs with 8 fabrics and each pack had the same fabric, so there was plenty of fabric in each colour to make a nice project with. … [Read more...] about Fat Quarter Quilt Pattern using Half-Square Triangles
Our xTool Screen Printer Review
Screen Printing is something we have been thinking about trying for quite some time now. Just now and then. It's just that it seems so darned complicated and involved. I remember back in the 60's, one of my hippie friends was into tie dying and screen printing and she screen printed on bags, cushions and clothing, and they looked lovely. So one day she says "Come on over and … [Read more...] about Our xTool Screen Printer Review
10 Minute Christmas Table Runner
Here we are again. It's time for our annual Christmas Table Runner tutorial. This year's table runner is another super easy sewing project to make. We are going to use only two pieces of fabric and yet the finished table runner looks impressive. Your family and friends will be very happy to receive one of these table runners as a gift and believe me, they will marvel at your … [Read more...] about 10 Minute Christmas Table Runner
10 Minute Pocket Tissue Holder Sewing Project – Another Scrap Busting Project
Here is another quick and easy scrap busting project. It only takes two small pieces of fabric to make and it's ideal to pop into your bag, pocket or even run some up as gifts. We made the tissue holder in three sizes so it will depend on your tissue pack size as to how big or small you want to make it. The small size is pretty much the standard for most pocket tissue … [Read more...] about 10 Minute Pocket Tissue Holder Sewing Project – Another Scrap Busting Project
Quick Double Oven Mitt Tutorial
If you are looking for a quick double oven mitt tutorial then you can't get much quicker than this one. These oven mitts make a nice addition to your kitchen and they make great gifts. The oven mitt measures approx 26¾” x 7½” and the pocket measures approx 7½” x 7½”. What You Need Front and Back NOTE: You don't need to use contrasting fabric, you can use all … [Read more...] about Quick Double Oven Mitt Tutorial
Fabric Cutlery Pouch Tutorial – Step-by-Step
Here is another great scrap busting project to help reduce your fabric stash.This project takes little fabric and it's a practical item to dress up your table for any occasion. You can also make a set to pop in your picnic basket. Just because you are eating on the ground outdoors doesn't mean you can't add a touch of class to the occasion. These cutlery pouches are super … [Read more...] about Fabric Cutlery Pouch Tutorial – Step-by-Step
6 Easy Christmas Table Runner Tutorials
It's become a tradition for us to create a table runner every Christmas, so in this video we would like to share all of our Christmas Table Runners. These sewing projects are quick and easy and ideal for a beginner to make and we provide both video and written instructions for each. These table runners not only dress up your Christmas table but make gorgeous gifts for … [Read more...] about 6 Easy Christmas Table Runner Tutorials
22 Gifts You Can Sew – Easy Beginner Projects
We decided to take some of our more popular sewing projects and pop them in one place so that they are easy to find. Any of these sewing projects will make great gifts, not only at Christmas but for any special occasion. We hope you have fun choosing one of these sewing projects and don't forget, we love to see what you create from our tutorials, so please share some photos of … [Read more...] about 22 Gifts You Can Sew – Easy Beginner Projects
No Frills Tote Bag Sewing Tutorial
This tote bag is definitely a no frills tote bag. Any time you find yourself in need of a quick gift or just need another tote bag you can run this one up in no time. Make the bag using a canvas type fabric or a firm furnishing fabric . The bag measures approx 12¼" x 13¼" and has a gusset measuring 3" What You Need What to Cut Watch the Video below or … [Read more...] about No Frills Tote Bag Sewing Tutorial