Learn how to make an easy envelope pillow cover that makes the perfect throw pillow. Add a flange or not to this beginner sewing project. As much as I hate picking up throw pillows that my kids are always throwing on the ground, I love having pretty pillows to decorate my couch. They often use pillows to hop on when…
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Learn all these sewing and alterations you can do yourself to make your wardrobe fit well and make it last longer. Don’t pay for these alterations! Clothing is made to fit an average body that doesn’t exist. It’s the average measurements of people done by doctors from more than fifty years ago. It’s really hard to get ready to wear…
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Sewing can be an expensive hobby, but you can also sew and save money and sew to save money. I might not always be cheaper than fast fashion at big box stores, but it’s a sustainable way of sewing. I have used these tips in my sewing practice, and I have saved my family money. Many years ago fabric used to be…
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Learn how to make bias tape and how to sew bias tape with this beginner sewing tutorial. Bias tape is used in quilting, sewing bags, and sewing clothing. I love the look of quilts and clothing finished with bias tape. There’s something so pretty and polished about seeing the inside of at item of clothing finished with bias tape. It…
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Enjoy these fiction books about sewing. It’s fun to get lost in a novel about sewing when you don’t want to or have time to sew. Sometimes you feel like sewing and sometimes you don’t. I love sewing so much that even when I’m not sewing sometimes I still want to listen or read about sewing. I have not actually…
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Learn how to sew and enjoy it with these fun and easy beginner sewing projects! These are great for kids or an adult learning to sew! Are you wanting to learn to sew or perfect your sewing craft? Going back to the basics can be a great way to learn and remember why you love to sew! I’ve put a…
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Learn how to make a DIY knit headband with scraps of knit fabric! It’s a great beginner sewing project that makes a really cute handmade accessory! When I workout or clean the house, it’s easier if I keep my hair out of my face. I love having a cute knit headband to put on that is soft on my hair…
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Learn different ways to reuse and find elastic from common items found around the home. There’s lot’s of ways to get cheap and free elastic! I remember looking in my mom’s sewing box as a kid and seeing lots of random elastic pieces. Some of them were cut off of pants and underwear, and I often thought it was weird….
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Learn how to upcycle jeans into a tote bag. This beginner sewing project is a quick and easy bag to sew, and it already has pockets! I love making use out of something that doesn’t fit me anymore. I had these jeans that I’ve worn a lot over the last couple of years. I had altered them to fit me…
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Learn how to make a DIY swimsuit cover up perfect for hot summer days. Match the fabric to your swimsuit, and wear it to the beach or poolside! Last month we had a trip planned, so I made this fun DIY swimsuit cover up to wear to the beach. I love sharing tutorials and seeing what you make, so I…
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