Making your own sewing machine cover is not only a cost effective way to take care of your machine, it is also a super easy and FUN sewing project! I've been wanting to make a sewing machine cover forever now! It has been TOP on my list of things to do. And since I've been working on re-doing my sewing space, I thought it was prime time to finally make one. The process is surprising easily. Here's how: How to Make Your Own Sewing Machine Cover MATERIALS NEEDED - marker wrapping paper (to make the pattern) scissors heavy canvas soft felt, for the interior lining straight pins sewing machine sewing fabric, ribbon, hot glue gun - optional for embellishments DIRECTIONS - 1. Unroll your wrapping paper and lay your machine down on its side on top. Trace around the edges of your machine, leaving a generous 1 inch allowance on all sides to make sure ... [Read More]
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Scrap Fabric Bookmarks Tutorial
Fabric bookmarks are a perfect beginner sewing project for kids! It's also a great way to use up some of those fabric scraps! Learning to use a sewing machine can be a bit nerve-wracking for both kids and adults. This fabric bookmark tutorial makes it super easy for kids to make a simple project using the sewing machine. Plus it's a great way to practice sewing straight lines. The kids will love being able to use something they created to save their places in books! DIY Bookmarks FABRIC BOOKMARKS - MATERIALS : fabric scissors interfacing, such as Pelon sewing machine ribbon pinking shears match or lighter BOOKMARK - DIRECTIONS : Cut 2 pieces of fabric slightly larger than the finished size of the bookmark. I cut my pieces about 3 inches wide by 6 inches long. Cut 2 pieces of interfacing the same size as the fabric pieces. Fuse the ... [Read More]
12 Pillow Tutorials – Fun Decor for Any Room!
Pillows add color and dimension to your decor, AND they are an easy way to re-do or freshen up a room. Here is a list of 12 favorite pillow tutorials! Confession: I have a {slight} pillow obsession. If my husband had his way, our bed would have 2 pillows on it- the ones we each sleep on. But, our bed has 7, and there have been times it had even more! Pillows add color and character and dimension to a bed, a chair or a sofa. I personally love the way you can change your pillows as often as you want and get a completely new look with hardly any work at all! 12 Favorite Pillow Tutorials 1 - These ruffled monogrammed pillows are so stinkin’ cute, and the side ruffle makes them over the top adorable! From Sada Lewis on Craftaholics Anonymous. 2 - See Kate make a cute bow pillow, on See Kate Sew. 3 - This embellished flowers pillow is a fun way to add some extra color and ... [Read More]
10 Simple Sewing Tutorials – Sewing Projects We Love
Whether you're a novice at sewing or an experienced seamstress looking for a quick project, here are 10 simple sewing tutorials you are sure to love! I am not super great when it comes to using a sewing machine, but someday I plan to be amazing! (Maybe in my next life?) It's projects like these that make me want to bust out my sewing machine and start creating right now! They inspire me to keep practicing! Take a look - 10 Favorite Simple Sewing Tutorials 1 - One of my favorite links from a past link party was this darling pouch made from zippers, from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom. Isn't is so fun? 2 - This Soft Fabric Basket can be made in one evening! 3 - A VooDoo Doll Pin Cushion is such a great beginner sewing project- and it doesn't get any cuter than this! From Red Ted Art. 4 - I'd love to try my hand at this Quilted Zipper Bag. Tutorial from Simple Simon ... [Read More]
Sewing Blogs I Love – 10 Best Sewing Blogs
If you don't have a budget for purchasing sewing books, don't worry! There are some excellent sewing blogs that offer a lot of the same information. Here are some of the best sewing blogs we love! Today we're going to talk about some of the really great sewing blogs and what makes them so awesome. Some sewing blogs focus solely on sewing techniques, others are written by fabric designers with a fun, creative edge. There are craft blogs that might include a few simple sewing tutorials, and there are sewing blogs that delve into the intricacies of really complex sewing skills. Combine the variety available and you have a treasure of information at your fingertips! 10 Best Sewing Blogs 1. Sew Mama Sew: Hands-down, one of my faves. Loads of tutorials AND a sewing forum. I always learn something when I stop by this blog. 2. Colette: A sewing blog with soul and the bloggy ... [Read More]
