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DIY Reversible Dog Bandana

DIY Reversible Dog Bandana

If you’re looking for a fun and easy project to make for your furry friend, a DIY reversible dog bandana is the perfect choice! Not only is it a stylish accessory, but it’s also practical and you can customize with different fabrics to suit your dog’s personality. Let’s Do This! Materials / Tools Steps Start by cutting two rectangles that measure 13 1/2” x 13 1/2” x 19”. These will be the main pieces of your bandana. Cut 2” from…

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52 Week Sewing Challenge – March

52 Week Sewing Challenge – March

Hello sewing enthusiasts! As I wrap up the 52 Week Sewing Challenge – March, let me take a moment to tell you about the amazing sewing projects I’ve completed! This time, I’m including some pattern reviews. Week 10: Sew Something Green or Upcycled This week’s challenge was to sew something green or upcycled. For this, I decided to delve into my fabric stash and found a green print sheer fabric that I’ve had for a while, waiting for the perfect…

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Easy Peasy Jar Openers

Easy Peasy Jar Openers

Easy Peasy Jar Openers are your new kitchen best friends, making the whole jar-opening thing a piece of cake. They’re grippy, don’t need much muscle power, making them a lifesaver for anyone with limited hand strength or arthritis. Plus, they’re tough, a snap to clean, and small enough to tuck away in your kitchen drawer. With Easy Peasy Jar Openers, no jar can beat you! Let’s Do This! Stuff You’ll Need – Steps First up, turn your fabric and EasyLiner…

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52 Week Sewing Challenge – February

52 Week Sewing Challenge – February

Another awesome month with 52 Week Sewing Challenge – February! Lots of fun, creativity and inspiration to get my sewing juices flowing! Week Seven – Sew Something with a Unique Stitch I completed the Week 7 Challenge before Week 6. However, it’s not an issue because the 52 Week Sewing Challenge is flexible enough to allow such adjustments! For this week’s challenge, I chose to create a top using a pattern from Charm Patterns. The Rita Blouse is a vintage…

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Quilt As You Go Casserole Hot Pad

Quilt As You Go Casserole Hot Pad

Welcome to my latest project tutorial: the Quilt as You Go Casserole Hot Pad! This handy kitchen accessory is not only functional, but it’s also a great way to show off your quilting skills. The “quilt as you go” technique is a fun and easy way to create a quilted project. The best part? You’re quilting as you’re piecing, so once you’re done, you’re done! Don’t worry if you’re not an experienced quilter – this project is perfect for beginners…

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52 Week Sewing Challenge – January

52 Week Sewing Challenge – January

What a month it has been! The January 52 Week Sewing Challenge was filled with creativity, innovation, and lots of fun. Here’s the projects I tackled in January for the weekly challenges. Week One – Clean Your Sewing Space/Work In Progress The year started with a bang as I took some time to clean my sewing space and work on finish a work-in-progress. I started the Bowl & Plate Cozies before Christmas and they were a great way to kick…

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Sew a Reusable Snack Bag

Sew a Reusable Snack Bag

Reusable snack bags are a sustainable alternative to single-use plastic bags. Let’s sew a reusable snack bag! It’s a fun and eco-friendly project that allows you to reduce waste while adding a personal touch to your snack time routine. Let’s Do This! Materials Steps Apply fusible vinyl to the right side of lining following manufacturer’s instructions. Lay zipper face down on right side of outside fabric with edges even. Pin along lower edge of zipper. Lay lining fabric right side…

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52 Week Sewing Challenge 2024

52 Week Sewing Challenge 2024

The 52 Week Sewing Challenge 2024 is a thrilling opportunity for sewing enthusiasts like us! It aims to inspire us to enhance our sewing skills and unleash our creativity by completing a sewing project every week throughout the year. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced sewer, this challenge provides a fantastic chance to broaden your horizons and push yourself. Each week has a new project prompt. We can choose our sewing projects based on our interests and skill levels….

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Sew Along With Down Home at Dee’s

Sew Along With Down Home at Dee’s

All About Sew Alongs Sewing is an awesome hobby that’s been around for ages. It’s not just a way to show off your artistic side but also a useful skill that lets you create clothes, home decor, and other cool stuff. One of the best ways to pick up new sewing skills and meet others who love to sew is by joining a sew along. Let me give you all the fun details you need to know about sew alongs….

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52 Week Sewing Challenge – 2023

52 Week Sewing Challenge – 2023

Are you a sewing enthusiast looking for a fun and exciting challenge to take on in 2023? Look no further than the 52 Week Sewing Challenge – 2023! So I found this group on Facebook the other day and I was like, “oh dang, this is so cool!” They’re doing this thing where they complete a new sewing project every week for a year. I used to sew all the time but then I lost interest in it, you know?…

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