This is a simple rectangular shaped clutch with flattened bottom, cheeky frill, and (saving the best bit til last...) a 'rather sexy' bracelet wrist handle...mmm yum!
Tote Bag Pattern & Tutorial
This tote bag is a great first bag project, but (thanks to a few fancy tweaks) it is still satisfying for those of us who have made a bag or 10!
Circular Knitting Needle Case Tutorial
I absolutely love knitting on circulars and this tutorial is so handy for keeping them neat and not ruining your cords. Plus the part about adding a zip pocket can be used in lots of other projects too.
Hexagon Play Mat Bag Tutorial
Adorable playmat that draws up into a bag so you can carry your toys on the go or tidy away your play area instantly! And here I am modelling it as a bag!
How to fix hole in crotch of jeans
So…my jeans always wear holes in the crotch area. Every time. *sigh* They look like new everywhere else, but the spot where my thighs rub together when I walk rips and frays after a lot of wear. So annoying.
How to Make Bias Binding. Tutorial
Bias binding, or bias tape, is a narrow length of fabric cut on the "bias", meaning that it has been cut at a 45º angle to the grainline or selvedges. When woven fabric is cut on the bias, it has greater flexibility and stretch than fabric cut on the straight grain. This makes bias binding ideal for finishing off a rounded edge, trimming quilts and adding a decorative touch.
How To Choose The Right Sewing Machine Needle
The correct size and type of sewing machine needle is essential to produce a good quality stitch, they can literally make or break your stitching. When the wrong needle is used you may get stitching that puckers, skips or the thread and needle may break.
How to Make a Felt Rose Flower
How to make a felt flower. They are super easy to make and can be turned into brooches, hair bands or simply used to add a floral touch to your home decor.
Surprisingly easy to do, this pretty felt rose makes a stylish brooch. Very versatile, roses like this can also be used to adorn pillows or a handmade tote, strung together to make a garland, or turned into napkin holders.
Fabric Star Tutorial & Pattern
Pretty fabric stars that I have hung on my Christmas tree and another set which I have hung from a gold beaded garland. I am loving them so much that I am thinking of keeping them out after Christmas and using them as decoration on my craft room! I have also added dried lavender to a few of them to put in my closet.
How to Slip Stitch an opening close
So today I wanted to share what a slip stitch is...
The Slip Stitch also referred to as 'ladder stitch' is a hand stitch that joins 2 fabrics together so that the stitches are invisible when you are done.
How to Bind an Edge Using Bias Binding
Binding is a useful and versatile decorative way to finish an edge, whether you are using it instead of a seam to join layers, or simply binding the edge of a single layer.
How to Cut and Sew Bias Strips
In lots of my sewing projects of late I have been making my own bias binding. So today as part of my 'Sewing techniques' series I wanted to share with you 'How to cut & sew bias strips'...
What is a bias strip ? A bias strip is a woven strip of fabric cut on the bias.
How to Mitre Corners using Bias Binding
Binding is a useful and decorative way to finish an edge, whether you are using it instead of a seam to join layers, or simply binding the edge of a single layer. You can either buy ready made bias binding or make your own, see 'How to cut & sew bias strips' and 'how make bias binding using a binding maker'.
Roll up Pen Case Tutorial
You could easily change the outer fabric and adjust the stitch lines and use this tutorial for a multitude of things like a make up brush holder , crochet hooks holder or paint brush holder for when you are painting whilst out and about!
Fabric Storage Box Tutorial
Easy DIY Fabric Storage Box (Bin and Basket). Free Sewing Tutorial. I am loving my new drawers and have gained so much extra storage...
