Placemats are such a practical household item as they catch all the food spills and they can be thrown in the wash ready for the next meal. They are also super easy and simple to make so they make a perfect beginner project. As placemats are underneath hot plates you might wonder what is best…
Placemats are something that many homes use and utilise so it is a perfect gift or project for anyone looking to make something both beautiful and functional for the home. Placemats are simple to put together and can give you great results at the end. I love the concept of placemats as the skills used…
Pin cushions come in a variety of shapes, sizes and styles so it can often be hard to know which style you want to use or make for yourself. Recently I have been enjoying a lot of hand-sewing projects and often found I needed my small scissors to hand with my pins. This led me…
Pin cushions need to be able to withstand a lot of pricking and stabbing so as such you need to use hard-wearing fabric that can stand the test of time. The fabric needs to be flexible enough to let the weave move to allow the pins in without giving out altogether and giving up. Cotton-based…
Batting is perfect for creating a thicker texture, quilted look and plushy feel in many different projects. Most commonly used as a cushioning within a patchwork quilt it is often overlooked for alternative projects such as table runners and Christmas tree skirts. Christmas tree skirts are increasing in popularity and so many more of us…
Batting is the perfect companion to many projects from quilts to oven mitts and more. Depending on the project you might require a different type of batting, whether this is for projects that need to withstand heat or that need to be comfortable and snuggly. Table runners are a great way of creating a a…
Batting is the perfect companion to many projects from quilts to oven mitts and more. Depending on the project you might require a different type of batting, whether this is for projects that need to withstand heat or that need to be comfortable and snuggly. After doing plenty of research I came up with a…
Pin cushions are super fun and easy to make which make them great for beginner sewing projects but it isn’t always clear what you should use to fill them with. The best filling for a pin cushion is steel wool as it is both flexible and easy to use as well as beneficial in keeping…
Whether you are looking to make a sweatshirt or buy one for yourself, it’s important to understand the best fabric to use. The best fabrics to use for hoodies and sweatshirts are those which are warm, easy to wear and have a little stretch included such as fleece, french terry or Ponte De Roma. While…
Adjustable mannequins might seem scary and a little confusing but they are actually really easy to use and can help when making your own clothes and costumes. Mannequins are extremely helpful as they represent the body and shape you are working towards, this can help people who struggle to piece together parts of the pattern…