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)
Quick Projects
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
Mixed Media Fabric Collage Tutorial Using Wool & Foil
I just love the look of a fabric collage using mixed media. You can make your piece as small or as large as you like. Sometimes I have a project in mind and will cut the fabric piece to fit, and sometimes I don't have a project in mind and the piece gets put aside until the right project presents itself. Watch the video tutorial below or scroll down for the written … [Read more...] about Mixed Media Fabric Collage Tutorial Using Wool & Foil
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
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
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 Rice Heat Pack (or Trivet) Tutorial Using Two Layer Cake Squares
In this tutorial, we show you how to create your own rice heating pack or you can use this as a trivet in the kitchen for placing hot saucepans on...the choice is yours. We made them with just 2 layer cake squares but you can cut two 10" x 10" squares of fabric from your stash. These are so easy to make all you do is simply sew around 3 edges and then sew 6 columns to … [Read more...] about DIY Rice Heat Pack (or Trivet) Tutorial Using Two Layer Cake Squares
How to Make an Easy Jelly Roll Scarf
This has to be one of the easiest scarves to make, in fact, it's so easy that you will want to make a few for yourself for winter to dress up those dark winter outfits, and they make great gifts. Something to keep in mind with Xmas coming up soon. Watch the video tutorial below for step by step instructions on how to make these gorgeous scarves. What you Need 8 … [Read more...] about How to Make an Easy Jelly Roll Scarf
Easy Beginners Zippered Pouch Tutorial
We had quite a few Moda layer cake squares in our stash that we have been wanting to use on a project for a while now, so we thought it was time to finally do a zippered pouch tutorial for you. We know a lot of people have trouble inserting a zip but really it's just a matter of practice and this is a great project for you to get that practice because you can make lots of … [Read more...] about Easy Beginners Zippered Pouch Tutorial
Moda Layer Cake Wall Art Tutorial
Are you looking for a way to brighten up a room and have some layer cake squares on hand? Well, this tutorial will show you a quick and easy way to make some pretty wall art. Why not change the colors to match the colors of the seasons or decorate a child's bedroom with their favorite theme. We used Moda Layer Cake squares for this and they are available in so many … [Read more...] about Moda Layer Cake Wall Art Tutorial