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How to Foundation Paper Piece using Freezer Paper
The traditional method of foundation paper piecing stitches through the paper. Then the paper needs to be removed when the quilt block is sewn. With a freezer paper foundation, the…
Foundation Paper Piecing for Quilts: Tutorial and Tips
Foundation paper piecing (sometimes referred to as FPP) is a foundation quilting technique that uses paper to guide stitching lines for a quilt block. This is a great technique for…
Spotlight: Iris van Meer, Crochet Designer
Inspired by her online community, crochet designer Iris van Meer makes crochet accessible by translating patterns that are beginner-friendly and (mostly) free that she offers in her club, A Nice…
Spotlight: Sally Wilson, Cross Stitch Designer and Artist
Is there a person, place or thing that can't inspire a cross stitch design? Cross stitch designer and artist Sally Wilson hasn't found one. Whatever your interest and ability level,…
Spotlight: Pat Pauly, Contemporary Art Quilter
Approaching her work in stages, contemporary art quilter Pat Pauly finds uniqueness and synergy. In her printmaking studio, she creates original fabric, each piece different from the one before, but…
Spotlight: Chris Marchini, Quilt Artist
How many sewists remember learning to sew by making clothes for their Cabbage Patch dolls? That's how quilt artist Chris Marchini fell in love with stitching pieces of fabric together.…
Spotlight: Caroline Hadley, Modern Quilter
With a prolific appetite for design, modern quilter Caroline Hadley has drafted more quilts than any human could possibly make in a lifetime. She has sketch pads and computer files…
Spotlight: Brooke Henry, Mixed Media Art Journaling
Some people just have to make art. With her mixed media and art journaling, Brooke Henry is one of those people. With a nod to her quilting grandmother, Brooke expresses…
How to Make Reusable Fabric Bowl Covers: DIY Tutorial
Fabric bowl covers help keep pesky bugs and debris off of your food. They are a great alternative to using plastic wrap. These DIY bowl covers are like a fabric…
Spotlight: Kathryn Davey, Natural Dyer
Ready to embrace the serendipity that happens when you extract color from nature and use it to transform cloth, natural dyer Kathryn Davey knows that even when she has a…
How to Sew a Card Holder Wallet: Quick and Easy
Make your own card holder wallet to keep just a few cards handy in your pocket, backpack or purse. Our free pattern is easy to make to hold your business…
Maple Leaf Quilt Block: Free Tutorial for 5 Sizes
The maple leaf quilt block is a simple nine patch quilt block made from solid squares, half square triangles and a square with a center stripe. The classic maple leaf…
How to Sew a French Seam: Step-by-Step Tutorial
A French seam is an option for finishing seams, generally used when sewing garments. It is a good choice when sewing light weight, sheer or translucent fabrics, such as chiffons,…
How to Make a Wonky Star Pillow Cover
Pillow covers are perfect home dec projects that easily refresh your decor by season and for holidays. Learn how to make a Wonky Star Pillow Cover to celebrate the Fourth…
How to Make a Mug Cozy: Easy DIY Sewing Tutorial
Keep your hot beverage warm longer with a simple to make mug cozy. A perfect sewing project for beginners -- a quick and easy sewing project for a small gift.…
How to Make DIY Shoe Bag with Drawstring
Shoe bags are perfect for travel, keeping dirty shoes away from your clean clothes. DIY shoe bag is a simple sewing project, making a drawstring bag the size to fit…
Maggie Hofmann, Cosplayer and Costume Maker
Cosplayer and costume maker Maggie Hofmann makes it work. When the pandemic shut down the entertainment industry and the need for theatrical costumes, Maggie branched out as a freelancer, building…
How to Make the Endless Stairs Quilt Block Pattern
The Endless Stairs quilt block is a four-patch quilt pattern. It is a traditional pattern and can be made with 2, 3 or 4 fabrics. It is sometimes referred to…