Note from Alanda Craft: Wow, don't you just love the gorgeous, colours that Sheryll has used in her vibrant origami bag. The abstract pattern has such a modern look and the orange lining just sets the bag off perfectly. These bags are so quick and easy to make and as you can see from Sheryll's comment, they make great gifts. To see how you can make a lovely Origami bag, … [Read more...] about Readers Project: Sheryll’s Vibrant Origami Bag
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What Thread Do We Use for Sewing & Quilting?
This is a question we are often asked. What thread do you use? Well, we use Gutermann thread. I have used it for my sewing projects for many years and I have always had good results. There are other good quality threads available such as Aurifil. But old habits are hard to break when you like something and it gives you the results you need, so why change. I haven't ever … [Read more...] about What Thread Do We Use for Sewing & Quilting?
Readers Project: Barbara’s Butterfly Panel Quilt
Note from Alanda Craft: This is a beautiful butterfly panel. It's so colorful and it reminds me of lovely spring days with all the butterflies in the garden. I just love how Barbara has treated the panel and the mauve border followed by the spring flowers on a pale green background just make this panel pop. But then she hasn't stopped there, she added more borders, a yellow … [Read more...] about Readers Project: Barbara’s Butterfly Panel Quilt
Readers Project: Barbara’s Rail Fence Quilt
Note from Alanda Craft: Barbara has completed some more awesome quilts. She is churning them out like there is no tomorrow. I love how your confidence has grown since you first started out Barbara. I was going to put them all up together but I think each needs to be given its moment. This is Barbara's rail fence quilt. You sure do have a real knack for choosing … [Read more...] about Readers Project: Barbara’s Rail Fence Quilt
Readers Project: Michell’s Big Craft Bag
Note from Alanda: Oh, I love Michell's big craft bag. She has certainly been busy with her sewing, and this is her latest project. Don't you just love the use of modern home decor fabric? It makes the bag look bright and modern and it shows that you can use fabric other than quilting cotton to make these bags. If you need a really big market or tote bag, with lots of … [Read more...] about Readers Project: Michell’s Big Craft Bag
Reader’s Project: Origami Tote Bag by Michelle
Note from Alanda Craft: Black and white always look great and Michelle's origami tote bag looks lovely. These are such easy bags to make and you can make them so unique by the fabric you use. Thank you so much for sharing your origami tote bag photo with us Michelle. Learn how to make your own Origami Market bag Go here for the written … [Read more...] about Reader’s Project: Origami Tote Bag by Michelle
Readers Project: Wanda’s Tea Towel Bag
Note from Alanda Craft: Wanda has been busing sewing these easy to make, tea towel bags from our tutorial. She made this tea towel bag using 3 beautiful, fun tea towels. I do love the cowboy boots and the Indian styled print on these ones. The lining certainly sets off the colour of the main fabric. Thank you for sharing your photos with us Wanda Watch our video … [Read more...] about Readers Project: Wanda’s Tea Towel Bag
Readers Project: Julie’s Origami Bag & Zippered Pouch
Note from Alanda Craft: Julie shared photos of her Origami bag on our Facebook page, so I asked her to share it here on the website so that you could all see how gorgeous her bag and zippered pouch turned out. I love the fabric that she has used and the teal blue lining just makes it all pop. Thank you, Julie, for sharing your photos. Watch … [Read more...] about Readers Project: Julie’s Origami Bag & Zippered Pouch
Readers Project: Lisa’s Tote Bag Using Canvas Instead of Tea Towels
Note from Alanda Craft: Lisa took our Tea Towel tote bag tutorial and used a patterned canvas instead of the tea towels. What a great idea, it's always great to see how innovative you all are. I like the contrasting pocket on the front. She also has a tip about the handles. Fingers crossed, we haven't had any problems to date with handles not holding, however, it's always … [Read more...] about Readers Project: Lisa’s Tote Bag Using Canvas Instead of Tea Towels
How to Make a String Quilt From Your Scrap Stash – Part 2
Once you have made the blocks for your string quilt, you are ready to sew the blocks together. You can refer to our post on ‘How to Make a String Quilt Block’ for Part 1 of this tutorial if you haven’t made your blocks yet. Watch the video tutorial below or scroll down for the written instructions TOOLS USED IN THIS TUTORIAL You can check the latest … [Read more...] about How to Make a String Quilt From Your Scrap Stash – Part 2