Week seven is here and we have reached the final project in our Oh Sew Creative Sewing Challenge – the oilcloth wallet. This project is fun to make, and the inside pockets can easily be customized depending on what you carry in your wallet (cash and checkbooks or credit cards). While this project may have
Project 4: Pleated Oilcloth Clutch
Week four of the Oh Sew Creative Sewing Challenge is here and it’s a fun one- our first of two oilcloth projects! This week we will be making a pleated oilcloth clutch. This project comes together fairly quickly, and once you see that oilcloth isn’t as intimidating as it looks, you’ll want to make several
Project 2: Scrabble Board Throw Pillow
Week two of the Oh Sew Creative Sewing Challenge is here and we are moving right along with a fun project to personalize for any person or occasion: a scrabble board throw pillow. I love this project because you can use the same pattern to create many different pillows with no two exactly the same.
Project 1: Infinity Scarf
Welcome to the very first project of the Oh Sew Creative Sewing Challenge. We are starting things off with a great project for all skill levels! This fun and stylish infinity scarf is made from jersey knit fabric. Whether you are new to working with this kind of fabric or have used it many times
How To Choose A Fabric Marking Tool
Fabric marking tools come in handy whether you are sewing a garment, home décor project or are making a quilt. There are many different kinds on the market today, but here are some things to consider when selecting one. First, it is important to know if you are going to need temporary or permanent marks
Crib Bumper Pad Pattern
A crib bumper pad is the perfect addition to any nursery décor. It will keep your baby cozy and comfortable in the crib, protecting him or her from the hard sides of the crib walls. Plus, you can select fabric to match your nursery décor! This pattern makes pads to fit a standard crib with
Diaper Clutch Pattern
This handy little diaper clutch is an essential for busy moms on the go. Simply fill the pocket flaps with diapers and wipes and toss in your diaper bag to keep them organized and within reach. Unfolded, the clutch can also double as a changing pad when needed. It makes a fantastic baby shower gift
Sewing 101: What Type of Fabric Should I Use?
When you first walk into a fabric store the amount of different fabric types available to choose from can be overwhelming, especially if you are new to sewing. And while you may want to pick the prettiest kind of fabric to start with, it may not be the easiest to work with. The following are
Specialty Sewing Machine Feet Options
When you purchase a new sewing machine, there are often several common presser feet that come standard with your machine. For those looking for more options though, there are a wide variety of more uncommon sewing machine presser feet that can be purchased separately and used for other specific tasks. If you do a lot
Common Sewing Machine Feet and When to Use Them
If you’re new to sewing, you may have just started with the standard presser foot that comes on the machine and haven’t yet changed it out. Most machines comes with several different presser feet that can make some aspects of sewing much easier. The standard presser foot that comes with most all sewing machines can