This is an easy quilting project that comes together quickly and it's a great way to use up charm squares that you have left over from previous projects. It doesn't matter if you are a beginner or an experienced quilter, this DIY quilted table runner is fun to make. And you can turn it into a larger quilt by adding more blocks. Try experimenting with different fabric pre-cuts … [Read more...] about Leftover Charm Square Table Runner Tutorial
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Super Easy Christmas Table Runner Made From Strips
For our 2024 Christmas Table Runner we are using strips of fabric. I am using up fabric that has been sitting in my stash for quite some time now, and I decided it's time to use some of it up. This is perfect sewing project for the holiday season. This project is beginner friendly and you'’ll 're going to love how simple it is, because it only uses strips of … [Read more...] about Super Easy Christmas Table Runner Made From Strips
Easy to Make Square in a Square Place Mat
With Christmas fast approaching, we decided to get in early with a quick and easy sewing project for you. We’re using a rather clever technique where you place one square of fabric on top of another piece of fabric to form a quick quilt block. It's so easy that we thought, why not adapt this technique to make a placemat? So that’s exactly what we’ll be showing you. Now, … [Read more...] about Easy to Make Square in a Square Place Mat
Quilt-as-You-Go Scrap Buster Placemat Tutorial
Do you find yourself with more scraps than you know what to do with? Well, in this tutorial we are going to be making use of some of those fabric scraps with a fun and practical quilt-as-you-go sewing project. And the best part? You don’t need a pattern for this one - just your creativity and a handful of scraps. This project is perfect for quilters of all levels from … [Read more...] about Quilt-as-You-Go Scrap Buster Placemat Tutorial
Hot Pad Tutorial using Layer Cake Squares
Today, we have a hot pad tutorial for you and these are super easy to make. Hot pads, also known as pot holders or trivets are ideal for protecting your bench or table from a hot pot or casserole dish. They also look pretty impressive when you have family or friends over and you bring a pot to the table for everyone to dig in to. Let's use up some layer cake … [Read more...] about Hot Pad Tutorial using Layer Cake Squares
Quick and Easy Santa Sack
This tutorial is for a Make it Yourself (DIY) Santa Sack. It's that time of year again, and what could be nicer for a child (or an adult) than receiving gifts from Santa in a personalized Santa Sack. We have made this Santa sack from calico although in the US you may call it muslin. It's a heavy weight fabric, well it's heavier than quilting cotton. The design came … [Read more...] about Quick and Easy Santa Sack
Quick and Easy Tote Bag Tutorial
This is a quick and easy tote bag that I made from an old curtain that I bought from an opp shop which is like a thrift or goodwill store. My granddaughter CeNedra was visiting and she loves visiting op shops. While we were browsing we found an old curtain that we both liked and thought it would make her a nice bag. The material is a nice cream with a blue design featuring … [Read more...] about Quick and Easy Tote Bag Tutorial
10 Minute Christmas Table Runner
Here we are again. It's time for our annual Christmas Table Runner tutorial. This year's table runner is another super easy sewing project to make. We are going to use only two pieces of fabric and yet the finished table runner looks impressive. Your family and friends will be very happy to receive one of these table runners as a gift and believe me, they will marvel at your … [Read more...] about 10 Minute Christmas Table Runner
10 Minute Pocket Tissue Holder Sewing Project – Another Scrap Busting Project
Here is another quick and easy scrap busting project. It only takes two small pieces of fabric to make and it's ideal to pop into your bag, pocket or even run some up as gifts. We made the tissue holder in three sizes so it will depend on your tissue pack size as to how big or small you want to make it. The small size is pretty much the standard for most pocket tissue … [Read more...] about 10 Minute Pocket Tissue Holder Sewing Project – Another Scrap Busting Project
Quick Double Oven Mitt Tutorial
If you are looking for a quick double oven mitt tutorial then you can't get much quicker than this one. These oven mitts make a nice addition to your kitchen and they make great gifts. The oven mitt measures approx 26¾” x 7½” and the pocket measures approx 7½” x 7½”. What You Need Front and Back NOTE: You don't need to use contrasting fabric, you can use all … [Read more...] about Quick Double Oven Mitt Tutorial