Have you ever wanted to become a quilter? Known for piecing together pieces of fabric and finishing them into multilayered quilted blankets, quilters are true fabric artists! If you’re feeling intimated about making a quilt of your own, don’t be. There are SEW many tutorials and free patterns designed specifically for those who are just getting started! We’ve rounded up

Featured Fabric: The Blank Quilting Corp. Ocean Oasis by Patricia Pinto

Pattern Design by: Lindsay Conner (Sunglasses case adapted from Gluesticksblog)

Sewn by: Lindsay Conner

Get ready for a day at the beach! This roomy and sturdy tote bag, complete with large rope handles, is a modern take on nautical accessories. Just grab and go with this perfect carryall you can fill with

Tell us about yourself.

Originally from Colombia, South America, I have been immersed in the beauty of nature since childhood. Since relocating to Florida in 1999, I’ve carried with me a deep-rooted appreciation for art and design, inherited from my family’s legacy of artistic pursuits spanning architecture, painting, decoration, and interior design.

What inspires you?

My inspiration has always come from the beauty

Featured Fabric: Henry Glass Fabrics Gift of Grateful Praise by Janet Rae Nesbitt

Pattern Design by: Meredith Daniel

Sewn by: Meredith Daniel

Today I get to share one of the easiest sewing projects you can make that can add beauty to your landscape. Springtime is my favorite time of year because the earth awakens with vibrant colors and everything seems to be blooming.

By Lindsay Conner

It’s been more than six years since Cathy Thornton and her brother-in-law Tony and sister, Marti went into business together by opening a quilt shop. Knowing what they know now, they wouldn’t change a thing! “When Tony retired from the military, he was interested in buying a turn-key operation,” she explains.

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“In his search for a new business,

Featured Fabric: Henry Glass & Co. Surf’s Up by Barb Tourtillotte

Pattern Design by: Apple Green Cottage

Sewn by: Lindsay Conner

Are you ready to start sewing some easy projects for summer? This bucket hat comes in five sizes (for kids and adults) and looks cute sewn in summer-themed fabrics! I used the free sewing pattern and tutorial from Apple Green Cottage, and

Tell us about yourself.

Hello! My name is Barb Tourtillotte (pronounced Tour-till-oh), and I have loved creating art since I was a wee one… drawing on walls, doodling, painting, crafts, sewing, and drawing. I got my degree in graphic design and illustration (long before we had computers!). I then started a graphic design studio called Graphicworks which I worked at for

Featured Fabric: Studio E Fabrics Garden Party by Maureen Fiorellini

Pattern design by: Heidi Pridemore

Sewn by: Heidi Pridemore

Skill Level: Advanced Beginner

The Organize It Basket is perfect to use while working on a project. You can store the fabric pieces inside. Use the outside pockets for the project tools and threads. This basket also works great for extra storage in the kitchen,

Happy National Quilting Day! What better way to celebrate than by joining your community of makers for the Villa Rosa Designs Fast & More Fun Blog Hop? SIY-Sew It Yourself is SEW excited to be a participant in this year’s hop.

A HUGE thanks to Villa Rosa for organizing this hop and to all the generous sponsors for offering amazing prizes! Today

Embarking on the journey of sewing your own garments can be both exciting and intimidating, especially if you’re new to the craft. However, with the right guidance and some beginner-friendly projects, you’ll be stitching up your own fashionable clothing in no time!

These beginner-friendly sewing projects offer a great chance to practice essential sewing skills while creating wearable garments. Remember to