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This simple sewing project uses Bernat Macramérope and Dual Duty XP All Purpose multicolor thread to create unique rope bowls for your jewelry, trinkets and sewing accessories. Perfect for gift-giving, too! The multicolor thread creates a variegated pattern that adds color and interest to your project. By playing with how you coil the...
Recently the Yarnspirations Design Team took a field trip to see the ‘Quilts: Made in Canada’ exhibit at the Royal Ontario Museum. The show was a stunning and inspiring display of the museum’s collection of rare Canadian-made quilts dating from 1848 to the present day. We spent an indulgent afternoon...
Half Square Triangles (or HSTs) are one of the most common and versatile blocks used in quilting. While they may be popular, they can seem a little intimidating if you’ve never sewn one before. There are many different ways to make these blocks; today I’ll share with you the method...
Learn simple embroidery techniques to mend well-loved and worn clothing that are both practical and beautiful! With a beginner-friendly running stitch, we’ll explore three visible mending techniques, including sashiko mending, appliqué mending and patchwork-inspired mending. These playful mending skills use Dual Duty XP All Purpose Thread and Coats & Clark Embroidery Floss.
The last step in completing a quilt is the binding. Quilt binding encloses the raw edges of the quilt top, batting and backing fabric to create a neat and durable edge. (Catch up on part one and part two of our quilting blog series, plus get the printable Coats & Clark Solid Squares Quilt pattern...
With Dual Duty XP All Purpose Thread, buttons and Coats & Clark Embroidery Floss we will embellish a cardigan, chambray shirt and pair of shoes to create unique and creative projects. Do you have a jar of mismatched buttons you have been waiting to use? We are going to use buttons in...
Once you’ve completed piecing a quilt top, it’s time to quilt it! Quilting is an important step in finishing your quilt which joins the layers of fabric and batting together to hold everything in place. Quilting can be done with hand or machine stitching. Let’s explore the options and the...
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Selecting sizing can be tricky when it comes to knit and crochet patterns. What happens if you choose the wrong size and don’t find out until the end?
Half Square Triangles, affectionately known as HSTs are one of the most versatile and commonly used components of quilting blocks. I’ve never counted, but I’m sure there are literally thousands of basic and complex designs that are based on this simple little unit.
How fun is it to use sewing notions in unexpected places? When we think of piping, we normally think of a small fabric covered cord along the edge of a garment portion or perhaps a slightly larger twisted cord running around the edge of a home décor pillow.
One thing I dislike about summer: swimsuits! Not only is it stressful shopping for swimsuits (trying to find one that flatters my figure is like torture!), but many swimsuits are just plain boring. A great way to take a swimsuit from simple to stunning is with a touch of embroidery...
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