By Lindsay Conner

Do you have big goals for the new year? Many people set personal resolutions around January, and one popular longing is to get organized! Organizing and displaying a fabric stash can be a satisfying task, and one which can jumpstart your creativity. By having fabrics and notions sorted, you’ll enjoy many benefits such as easy access, less time

Featuring: Henry Glass Fabrics Butterflies and Blooms by Gail Pan
Pattern Design by: Meredith Daniel
Sewn by: Meredith Daniel

I love sewing for the holidays, and some of my favorite decor items are banners and pictures. Today, I’m showing you how to use simple appliqué to make a text banner to hang on the wall. This one even includes grommets for easy hanging,

Tell us about yourself.

 Hi, I’m Gail Pan. I have been sewing and crafting for most of my life, and I love it! I live just outside Melbourne Australia with my husband Bart. I started my business Gail Pan Designs in 2003.

What inspires you?

I started designing fabric in 2013 after being asked to do so. It was a bit daunting at

Featuring: Studio E Fabrics Hothouse Magic by Chelsea DesignWorks

Pattern Design by: Karen Montgomery

Sewn by: Karen Montgomery

This fun travel bag and its interesting shape will set you apart from the crowd.  The roomy interior is perfect for holding everything you need.  Make it a shoulder bag or a cross-body bag with a custom-length strap.

Skills Learned: Working with interesting shapes, inserting a gusset

Skill

By Lindsay Conner

Sometimes, the path to becoming a retail quilt shop owner and BERNINA sewing machine dealer might be winding. It certainly was for shop owner Jolene Fitch! Jolene had recently retired from her career in healthcare administration when she wandered into her local quilt shop to purchase a gift certificate for a friend. The next thing she knew, she

Featuring: Studio E Fabrics Sweet Safari by Victoria Hutto

Pattern Design by: Heidi Pridemore

Sewn by: Heidi Pridemore

Skill Level: Advanced Beginner

This Catch-All is the perfect addition to your sweet baby’s crib. Stash items you may need in a hurry inside the adorable animal pockets. The center pocket in each row is pleated to store bulkier items. Perfect for a baby shower gift that you

Tell us about yourself.

My name is Victoria Hutto, and like many artists, I’ve created ever since I was a child.  I was raised to believe that art was just for fun and not a good career choice. But I could not escape my desire to create. I believe it is who I am. The idea that I could create something,

Featuring: FreeSpirit Fabrics Mariana by Rachel Hauer

Pattern Design by: Sally Gauntlett

Sewn by: Sally Gauntlett

If you’re anything like me, you’re constantly trying to battle clutter in your home. Particularly if you’re crafty, have kids, or generally just have a reasonable amount of stuff!

Today I’m showing you how to sew up these handy fabric storage baskets in three different sizes which are

Have you started sewing and crafting for the holidays yet? What are you waiting for?! There are plenty of ways to create with fabric, and we’re going to show you some of our favorite sewing techniques to help you sharpen your skills. From stitching by hand to easy machine sewing, applique, quilting, and more, we’ve compiled a few project ideas

Featured fabric: FreeSpirit Fabrics Storyboard by Seth Apter

Pattern by: Lindsay Conner

Sewn by: Lindsay Conner

Sew your dog some stylish new accessories for walks in the park! This DIY leash, treat bag, and neck scarf make an adorable pet set. And it’s easy to sew it all yourself! Make this set as a “welcome home” gift for a new puppy in your