It happened again! Another opportunity to sew a gift for someone who is an important part of my work life, my principal. He's a Cleveland Browns superfan and has been for years. Last year for Boss's Day I made him a set of coasters out of Cleveland Brown fabric. I wasn't sure what I was going ... [ Read More ]
How to Make an Ornament from Fabric Yo-Yos
Browsing an annual holiday craft fair with my mom and sister, I rounded the corner and stopped abruptly. My eyes widened and I couldn't believe what I was seeing. Hanging from a Christmas tree display was a colorful assortment of ornaments in the shape of Christmas trees...all made from ... [ Read More ]
How to Sew a Fabric Yo-Yo
For as long as I can remember, just seeing a fabric yo-yo would make me feel giddy. No more than a circle of fabric gathered in the middle, often with a button in the center, they evoke a sense of whimsy and playfulness. Yo-yos are simple and enjoyable to make and are a fantastic way to ... [ Read More ]
How 10 Minutes Can Increase Your Sewing Time
Let's face it. You have a lot going on and don't feel like there is ever enough time to sew. So, when you're able to carve out some time to work on your sewing projects, you want to make the most of the time you have. But does your sewing space ever look like this? A messy sewing ... [ Read More ]
How to Sew a Lanyard
It lacked any shine or luster and didn't look at all like I remembered. When I pulled it out of my school bag the last day of summer vacation, the lanyard I used during the school year looked dirty and dull. I would have to wear it on the first day of school, but I now needed to add 'get a ... [ Read More ]
Make Selecting Fabric Easier
Here's the situation: You have a sewing project in mind and it's going to be a gift for someone. Maybe you're going to make drink coasters (also called mug rugs) or pajama bottoms. Could be the gift will be a lanyard or a pillowcase. Regardless of the project, there comes a point when ... [ Read More ]
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