Calling all quilters and crafters who have loads of scrap fabrics from previous projects! Here is an easy and festive design for you. These pretty patchwork Christmas tree plushies from Teresa Down Under are about as easy as they can … Read More...
Economy Quilt Block Tutorial
Whether you are a beginner quilter or just need a refresher on something, sometimes it’s nice to get back to the basics. That is exactly what this tutorial is, a nice, easy, and tremendously versatile quilt block called the Economy … Read More...
20 Free Happy New Year Machine Embroidery Designs
Break open the champagne and ring in the new year with one of these free machine embroidery designs! There are options for various formats and there are loads of fun patterns to choose from.
- Here’s a fun New Year’s baby
Plastic Canvas Amigurumi Kittens Pattern
There are dog people, there are cat people, and there are people who love them all. However, I think we can all agree that these little plastic canvas amigurumi kittens are just about as cute as they can be! You … Read More...
Weekend Makes: Punch Needle – Book Review
Take a look around social media and it is easy see that punch needle is one of the most popular needlework trends out there. This new book Weekend Makes: Punch Needle 25 Quick and Easy Projects to Make, by … Read More...
Plastic Canvas Needlepoint Coasters Tutorial
Are you looking for a quick and easy plastic canvas needlepoint Christmas gift for someone? Here’s a nice (and useful) idea for you. Make a set of these pretty coasters in a kaleidoscope pattern. The design comes from Homeschooling Hearts … Read More...
Free Snowman Quilt and Throw Pillow Pattern
I’m pretty sure that everyone needs one of these absolutely adorable snowmen quilts and throw pillows. Well, at least I do. This free pattern from Patchwork Posse is an easy and fast project to make.
With the exception of the … Read More...
Plastic Canvas Book Cover Pattern
Do you remember when you were a child and you had that favorite book that you read over and over? After a few readings it would practically be falling apart. Well, here is a pretty solution for you. It’s a … Read More...
5 Free Bird Quilt Block Patterns
What’s the old saying…”Birds of a Feather Flock Together”? That is certainly the case with these five free quilt block patterns. Each bird is lovelier than the next, and if you are thinking about making a bird themed quilt, you … Read More...
Mini Hand Embroidered Pendant Tutorial
When I saw these hand embroidered pendants from Flamingo Toes I had to do a double take. They are just about as cute as cute can be. I can’t decide which of them I like best. What sets these apart … Read More...
Curl Center Rose Silk Ribbon Embroidery Tutorial
There is something incredibly delicate about silk ribbon embroidery. Most designs have such depth and beauty to them, and that includes this lovely curl center rose on a stem design from Shawkl Designs.
This detailed tutorial provides photos and … Read More...
Patchwork Pineapple Free Mini Quilt Pattern
Are you looking for a cute and easy mini quilt pattern that is fresh and fruity? Well here you are. How can you not love this pineapple from Sassafras Lane Designs?! The best part (at least for me) is … Read More...
How to Embroider Hair – Free Tutorial
Anne from Pumora Embroidery brings us this helpful tutorial on how to embroider hair. In fact, three different methods are demonstrated. This gives the reader plenty of options when adding hair to an embroidery design. For those of you looking … Read More...
Holiday Ornament Mini Quilt – Free Pattern
This charming mini Christmas ornament quilt from We All Sew is just the project for all of you who enjoy making half square triangles. I’m not going to lie when I say that it is my favorite unit to make … Read More...
Free Snowflake Mandala Hand Embroidery Pattern
It is said that no two snowflakes are alike, and this lovely hand embroidery design from Stitch Floral proves that. It is such a delicate design that combines a number of elements, a snowflake and a mandala. And when you … Read More...
Punch Needle Santa Hat Ornaments Tutorial
Few Christmas symbols are more iconic that Santa’s hat. That bright red stocking cap with the big white rim and pom pom can’t ever be mistaken for anyone’s hat but the big guy’s. That is why this adorable punch needle … Read More...
Hanukkah Sampler Quilt – Free Pattern
Made in bright and cheerful colors, this festive Hanukkah sampler quilt from FaveQuilts, would be a lovely quilt to make for the holiday. The designer of the wall hanging is Ellen Maxwell and it was made to highlight the Chanukah … Read More...
14 Ways to Do Embroidery on Clothing – Free Tutorials
Have you ever wanted to spruce up an old pair of jeans or a t-shirt? Here are 14 wonderful ways to do it. From hats to jeans, and almost everything in between, these tutorials will get you inspired to do … Read More...
Trim Your Christmas Tree Free Needlework Pattern
Before you decide to make this elegant needlework Christmas tree that was designed by Neon Flamingo Designs, you probably want to have some experience. This is not a piece for beginners, but my goodness, it is beautiful.
You do … Read More...
Free Geometric Quilted Batik Table Runner Pattern
Like the name of this pattern from Freemotion by the River implies, this batik table runner practically glows because of the fabrics used. I don’t know about you, but I always enjoy making table runners. They are usually fast projects … Read More...