Look at this adorable Fat Cats quilt. Each of these kitties is cuter than the last. I love the fabric choices and combinations. With a finished size of 31″ x 38″, this quilt is small enough to hang on the … Read More ...
Make a Lipstick Pin Case
The BeSewStylish blog offers a clever way to reuse your favorite lipstick. Using an old lipstick for a pin cushion, or pin keeper, would be such a convenient way to keep a little sewing kit with you at all times. … Read More ...
How To Make a Yo-Yo Quilt
Have you stumbled upon the website www.ehow.com yet? Oh my goodness, it has great info on just about everything.
I was surfing around ehow and found this wonderful yo-yo quilt project by member bfeethree.
Bfreethree’s project would be great … Read More ...
Quick Scarf Project
I bet you have a fabulous piece of fabric that you can’t bear to cut into. If so, consider making a scarf using Ann Steeves’Â wonderful and easy serger scarf project.
All you need is one yard of lightweight cotton … Read More ...
Make a Clever Needle Case
I love creative uses for old things. And I love cool notions, too. Whip-Up, a fabulously crafty and inspiring blog, offers this nice tutorial by Joan Gorman on turning a cigarette case into a needle case.
Remember to bookmark … Read More ...
Add A Detachable Shoulder Strap To Your Quilted Tote or Purse
I love the short fashion handles on my quilted purses and totes. But sometimes I want a shoulder strap, too. There’s no reason I can’t have both. It’s a simple modification to add a detachable shoulder strap to any open-top … Read More ...
Quilt Inspiration From A Coloring Book
The next time you make a bed quilt for that special child in your life, consider making a coordinating pillow from the pages of their favorite coloring book.
Wouldn’t this make a great way to customize the colors of your … Read More ...
Paper Piecing Offers Accuracy
Quilters, have you tried your hand at paper piecing?
 
‘Tulips’ pattern from MH Designs.
Paper piecing, or foundation piecing, is another tool to consider adding to your quilter’s toolbox. Paper piecing offers accuracy and seemingly intricate piecing without … Read More ...