Hello! It’s a drizzly one out there today so I’m taking the opportunity to do a little sewing. This time I’m making a lined tote bag. You only need about half a metre of two fabrics for this one (and you’ll have a little left over for another project). From both the outer fabric and…
Hey! The latest video is out and this time I’m showing you how to create a sawtooth star quilt block. I really enjoyed completing this one… I’d previously made a 40 inch version of this actual block as one large quilt – thinking back, it was a fair few years ago as Barney, the little…
So first off, what is a ladder stitch? A ladder stitch is used to complete a project that requires an open seam for turning or stuffing. It is often used to sew stuffed toys, pillows or lined hems. Begin sewing around most of the perimeter of the project with a sewing machine, and then finish the last…
This week I’m making a cat plush toy – As with most of the posts these days, there are no images, but there is a Youtube video. This one requires a template, which you can find below for free. Also below is the transcript of the video for those who don’t speak English in the…
It’s been a minute! But I’m finally going to move forward with the quilt block series. Apologies for such a lengthy delay – I’ve had so many things to get on top of it’s just been pushed to the backburner one too many times. This one still uses the simple squares, retangles and HST’s we’ve…
I have another Youtube video for you today, so I’m posting the method text here along with the video link. I hope someone finds it useful. As with the previous one, I’m not adding images to this post. Please do give the video a watch, you can refer back to the written instructions if I’m…
Hi everyone. I was uploading this weeks video and remembered a couple of comments from people who prefer to watch in silence. As there are no instructions on the screen, they had to have sound up. My solution, at least for some of the simpler videos, will be to add a text walkthrough on the…
Hey! This week I drafted 4 different versions of this stocking trying to get it just right – the first came out absolutely gigantic! Would have taken a bank loan to fill it with gifts. I’m adding a large version and a fat quarter friendly version so you can decide which is best for you….
We’ve added another video this week – this fabulous twisted fabric wreath! I LOVE LOVE LOVE crafting and creating for Christmas. It’s my favourite time of year. Yes, I’m aware it’s only August, but… crafting/sewing takes time, so we start early! I made this same wreath about 5/6 years ago and it’s still on the…
For our Youtube video this week we’re making slip-on (reversible) dog bandanas. I timed this one to see how long it would take as it strikes me as one that can be made in abundence for a market or fair. You’ll have to watch to see if I hit the ten minute target. For this…
