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Stitched Style - Free Embroidery Project

These days you see embroidery everywhere. From Paris to Peoria embroidered garments, bags and accessories are adding a lus …

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Project 1 - Strip Pieced Mini Shoulder Bag

I used two each of 4 different fabrics and 1 really bright fabric to act as th …

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Expose That Zipper! An Essential Fold-Over Clutch

Zippers can be tricky in an accessory like a bag, especially if you want your zipper to add to the style of your accessory …

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Embroidered Corduroy Scarf

Instructions:1. Square up the ends of both corduroy fabrics with the rotary cutter and ruler on a cutting mat. Then, cut C …

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Make Your Own Victoria's Secret Cover-Up

Hey Ya’ll! I’m Jenilyn from Grits and Giggles. I’m a wife and mommy who loves to sew and create for my home and family, especially for my baby girl.

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DIY Trick Up My Sleeve Coin Purse

Make an up-cycled coin purse from a men’s button down shirt. These mini wallets are not only super easy …

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Mini Heart Pouch

Mini Heart Pouches – an adorable project to make as a sweet gift for adults, kids or you! Think about all those little thi …

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Vintage Notions Made Modern: Zipper Jewelry

Have you seen the purses and tote bags– usually in airport gift shops– woven out of seat belts?

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EZ Criss-Cross Cowl Tutorial

Learn how to make a soft and plush cowl using a criss-cross stitch.

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Bernat Alize EZ Scarf Tutorial

Learn how to quickly work up a soft and plush scarf using Bernat Alize Blanket-EZ.

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Freeform Crochet Tips for Beginners

Freeform crochet is a wonderful expression of your own creativity achieved through fiber. It is often called "painting wit …

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EZ Knitting: How to Cable Stitch

Cast off with Bernat Alize Blanket EZ is made simple and is referred to as bind off.

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