I find nothing more relaxing than sorting through my sewing supplies. It really gives me the boost to discover what I have been hoarding and to start something new. I have been wanting to make something from one of my sewing patterns and so after pulling them out, I decided to organize them. Here is …
I think I would be foolish to say that I am the only fabric hoarder on the planet. It is one of those tools that anyone who enjoys sewing tends to find, buy and hoard. I have a couple of different fabrics that I can’t let go because one day they will be perfect for …
Traditionally pin cushions were table top small cushions in the shape of a square used to hold pins. Since then times have changed and pin cushions have developed and expanded to different types and styles. One of the styles is a finger pin cushion. Finger pin cushions are great for tricky work, small work areas …
Shopping for a doorstop can be stressful and unnecessary, I feel they are hard to find or just not what I am looking for. As I can’t help but be creative I decided to make my own and found it so easy to do. But the part I struggled with was what is the best …
Pin cushions come in a variety of styles, sizes and even themes which can be really fun but also can be confusing. I wanted to take the time to talk about the different types of pin cushions and where you can use them. Of course, you probably know you can find a number of different …
Making your own tools to use in your own sewing room can be such a fulfilling feeling as you become surrounded by your creations and achievements. One thing I am in need of replacing is a pin cushion which I don’t find easy as I feel I can be picky. So I decided to make …
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I am terrible for pushing things to one side and letting the mess mount up, the only place I don’t do this is my sewing room. ( The mess gets in the way of sewing!) But many people find it hard to know where to store things and how. One of the items I have …
Something I do a lot is dump stuff, usually all over my desk and then it takes me a lifetime to tidy up. I easily lose things at the same time and I have been working on ways to help me stay organised but also still let me have the dumping feeling while sewing. I …
Year after year I’ve seen these Christmas plates sold both at Christmas fayres, markets and online and been fascinated in making a personalised one for our nieces and nephews. Sadly, most of them I’ve seen have been hand-painted, something I’m not even going to attempt. However, as we’ve purchased a Cricut Air Machine this year, …
I’m not quite sure where I origionally saw these Grinch baubles may be in one of the Crafty Facebook groups, maybe on Pinterest. Either way, I knew it was something the entire family would love to see on our Christmas tree. This tutorial does require a Cricut which is a large investment (but totally worth …
