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From the Fat Quarter Shop comes this lovely pattern book called Sweet Stitches. It is written by Aneela Hoey and contains…wait for it…over 250 iron-on embroidery designs. Wow!
Containing 120 pages there are patterns as well as instructions on transferring … Read More...
Make this fun and quirky block from Kelli Fannin Quilts and you will probably get hungry. What a cute cheeseburger!
Quilting doesn’t have to be all about stars and geometric angles. Try something totally different and that is definitely what … Read More...
Organizing your fabric scraps is crucial to creating a functional and productive craft room. With a variety of colors, patterns, and sizes, fabric scraps can quickly become a clutter disaster, leaving you feeling overwhelmed and stressed. Fortunately, there are a … Read More...
We all love plastic canvas crafts right? I know I like them, especially easy ones and these coasters are just that. Easy and festive, you are sure to find a design that you love. Best of all, they are all … Read More...
Do you have a big quilt to bind, or lots of small items that need the bias tape? This tutorial from DIY- Crush will help you out.
In it you will learn how to make continuous bias tape, no matter … Read More...
Jazz up your plain pillowcases with some machine embroidery. This tutorial from Machine Embroidery Geek shows you how.
Containing all sorts of tips and tricks, you will learn everything you need to know. There are also detailed step by step … Read More...
Get ready for the holidays with this beautiful mini wreath pattern from Pat Sloan. Pat always brings us beautiful quilts and this one is no exception.
The tutorial comes with detailed instructions and photos, along with a downloadable pattern. … Read More...
Make this year’s holiday cards special by hand embroidery them. It is easy with this tutorial from DMC.
From supplies to tools needed, you will find out everything you need to know to make your cards. There are a … Read More...
We have all been there. We go to the quilt store, buy some fabric, get it home and get ready to cut. We fold it and then, bam, notice that it is not squared up. Sometimes a cut can be … Read More...
Celebrate back to school with this fun hand embroidery idea from Julie Measures. It is so cute and it looks just like a piece of paper with words on it.
The tutorial is easy to follow and has a … Read More...
Perfect to show off your hand stitching pride, here are 10 free sewing related hand embroidery patterns from DMC. Which one is your favorite? Looking at all of these, I can’t choose one, but I do think it would be … Read More...
The butterfly quilt block is a classic design that has been used for generations of quilters. From grandmas to modern-day seamstresses, the butterfly quilt block has become a staple in many quilters’ collections. This timeless design is versatile, beautiful, and … Read More...
Make a lovely hand embroidered ABC wall hanging when you take this course from CreativeBug. Taught by Lauren of Lark Rising Embroidery, this sampler is a great way to get in your daily embroidery practice.
Ideal for the intermediate … Read More...
Get ready to knock their socks off with this stunning modern picnic quilt pattern from It’s Only Fabric and Thread. Wow is it striking.
With the angles of the fabric cuts it has a three dimensional look to it. … Read More...
Add a little bling to your next punch needle project with some beads. It’s easier than you think with this tutorial from Doodle Dog Primitives.
As the author explains, beading not only adds that extra decorative touch, it can be … Read More...
Here’s a unique idea for making a lone star quilt block. It comes from Coriander Quilts. It is also a great way to use up some scraps.
The tutorial has detailed step-by-step instructions plus plenty of photos to help … Read More...
I don’t know about you, but it is not always easy aligning text onto an embroidery canvas. Often I can’t get it centered just right, or the letters are different sizes. Whatever the case may be, this article and video … Read More...
If you have been to a quilt shop lately then you know that the Christmas fabric has started hitting the shelve. Here is absolutely charming pack of holiday fat quarters from the Fat Quarter Shop.
This festive bundle is made … Read More...
As someone who is absolutely fascinated by sugar skulls, I can tell you that these unique and intricate designs are simply breathtaking. Each one is a work of art, with its own unique style and vibrant colors that truly make … Read More...
The allure of unicorns has captivated the hearts and imaginations of people of all ages for centuries. Whether they are real or just a myth, unicorns have become a symbol of beauty and magic in our culture. This enchantment with … Read More...