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Pattern Tutorials

DIY Embroidered Zipper Pouch

Every year I like to do a DIY Valentines Day project for the blog. I had my eyes set on this embroidery collection: Letter’s Home from OESD..

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DIY Embroidered Burlap Purse

Lately I’ve been seeing a lot of burlap fabric and wood handles incorporated into handbags and it inspired me to try and make my own version.

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Sewing With Cork Fabric

Durable, waterproof and non-fraying, cork fabric is a trendy, fabulous alternative to leather! Perfect for totes, bags and pouches..

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DIY Zip Closure Skirt

As you can see I’ve been enjoying this animal print trend lately. Enough to carry it over into my Spring projects.

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Five Tips for Making Learning to Sew Fun for Kids

Kids have really amazing minds, they want to know a lot, everything is interesting to them and they learn things

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Hygge- Creating a Comfortable, Cozy, Tranquil Home

Hygge (hoo-guh) is a Danish word that refers to a life lived simply, enjoying time with family and friends. It is the conc …

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DIY Zip Tee

I love sewing and wearing basics with a twist. For example, a t-shirt that has an extra detail like this Coats & Clark Fashion zipper..

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DIY: Versatile Faux Fur Collar

Kicking off January with this versatile Faux Fur Collar. I love th …

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Beyond Basics

Modern Kantha Stitching

The classic stitches of Kantha are gentle, purposeful and full of modern possibility! This traditional Indian art is enjoy …

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Basics

Alternatives to Beginning Chain

Learn how to make an alternative starting chain and also make an extended single crochet.

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Knitting a Cardigan with Gorgeous Cables & Bobbles

Yarnspirations designer Nicole Winer shares the inspiration behind this month’s Patons Stitch Style, the beautiful Dovercourt Cardigan knitting pattern made in...

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Beyond Basics

How to Fix a Hole in Your Knitting with Embroidery

"You worked on that project for hours. It was used and loved but now you’ve found a hole! Never fear. You can fix a hole! …"

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