Now that you’ve started sewing, there are a few common sewing terms that you’re bound to run across in patterns. It’s perfectly natural to misunderstand the directions if you’re still scratching your head on some of the lingo! We’ve rounded up more than 60 words related to sewing and quilting. Feel free to bookmark or Pin this page for easy

Featured fabric: Henry Glass Fabrics You Are Loved by Dawn Rosengren

Pattern design by: Lindsay Conner

Sewn by: Lindsay Conner

If you’re looking for a baby shower gift that’s fun and easy to sew, look no further than this baby bib and burp cloth set! You can easily cut out these fabrics and sew them together in an afternoon. For the towel fabric,

Tell us about yourself.

Hello sweet friends! My name is Dawn Rosengren, and I am a brand new designer for Henry Glass Fabrics. I am a watercolor artist, and I paint on both canvas and paper. I have loved painting and drawing ever since I was a little girl.

My dream is to share God’s beauty through the tiny unnoticed details we

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Pet Treat Bag Instructions

Create Pattern Piece

Draw a rectangle 14.5″ x 8″Remove squares from the long edges 2″ x 2″Mark 1″ long belt carrier placement lines 3″ down and 3″ in from top cornersMark a second set of belt carrier placement lines 1.5″ down from first setMark velcro placement line 1.5″ down from center of top

Cut Fabric and

Featured Fabric: Studio E Fabrics Cream & Sugar X by Studio E Fabrics

Pattern Design by: Classic design used since the early 19th century

Sewn by: Meredith Daniel

I was thrilled when I was asked to create a project for SIY – Sew It Yourself because there is nothing I love more than empowering beginner sewists to learn new techniques and grow their

Pins and Needles New York

Meet Lisa Alfonzetti, owner of Pins and Needles fabric shop in Mount Kisco, New York! After 35 years of running her shop, she says it’s still a joy to come in to work every day. Read on to learn how she has stayed true to her vision of creating a DIY community through her retail space,

Featured Fabric: Studio E Blossom & Grow by Maureen Fiorellini

Pattern design by: Lindsay Conner

Sewn by: Lindsay Conner

Making your own pillowcases in pretty fabrics is easy to do and a fun afternoon project! Personalized pillowcases look sweet in a child’s room and will make your house guests feel warm and cozy. This free pillowcase tutorial uses the “burrito” assembly method, which

Q Tell us about yourself.

A. I live in a beautiful rural part of New Jersey with my husband and 3 sons (and adorable mutt Pesto).  When my children were born, I traded my commute and NYC design job to freelance from my kitchen table. Many years later, I now have a lovely sunlit home studio, where I continue to create

Featured Fabric: FreeSpirit Fabrics Glyphs by e Bond

Pattern design by: Pam Hastings  

Sewn by: Pam Hastings  

We have designed the perfect size tote for a quick trip to the market or to carry your essentials for a day at the beach.  The front pocket allows for easy access to your phone and keys.  This project is great for beginners, it is all straight

Featuring:  FreeSpirit Fresh Picked by Sarah Campbell

Pattern design by:  There are as many patterns out there as you can throw a stick at; this is my own interpretation!

Sewn by:  Sarah E. Asby , Inspiration Coordinator, FreeSpirit Fabrics

What could be better on a cold winter day than a delicious hot chocolate, a creamy mocha latte, or if you’re old school – a