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DIY Upcycled Pillow Sham to Skirt

I had this pillow sham in my “stash” for awhile now. I really loved the colors and patchwork details that went into it.

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DIY Velvet Turban Headband

With Christmas right around the corner it got me inspired to start planning my handmade gifts. I love sewing presents..

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An Easy, Warm & Cozy Wrap

My hubby and I are privileged to spend Christmas in “Narnia” every year at the mountain camp where our son is the Director

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DIY Zipper Poncho/Kilt

Maybe it’s the Scottish heritage in me but I love all things plaid. It’s my favorite print and usually what I look..

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Upcyle Jeans Apron

I’m excited to share this Upcycle jeans apron with you. HI My name is Lori Harder and I design and create projects for Coa …

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DIY: Refashion Zipper Jogger

Hello! I’m Laura, the seamstress/designer of DIY fashion blog Trash to Couture. I hope to inspire a less wasteful

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Quick, Simple Fitting Techniques

“I don’t sew for myself because patterns don’t fit me.” Does that sound familiar? That’s not surprising – they don’t fit a …

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Basics

The Language of Sewing - Reading Patterns and Stitches

So, you've decided you want to sew. Congratulations! Now it's time to learn the language of sewing …

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Tips and Tricks

12 Tips for Sewing Napped Fabrics

Napped fabrics tend to be bulky, creating some sewing challenges. Here are 12 tips for success when sewing napped fabrics:

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Tips and Tricks

Easy Swimwear Fabric Sewing Tips

If you’re frustrated with swimsuit shopping, then it’s time to make your own! I love sewing and teaching swimwear and I have easy tips to help you successfully dive into sewing your own suit. Best of all, Coats and Clark has a marvelous new thread, Eloflex, to make your swimsuit...

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Easy Envelope-Back Pillow Cover

An envelope-back pillow is about as easy as it gets for adding pops of color to any room.Whether you just want to make a s …

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T-Shirt Pattern Hack

Welcome Lori Harder! Lori is a designer who creates projects for Coats & Clark, FreeSpirit and other companies in …