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In today’s tutorial we are breaking down the easiest and fastest way to make a fleece hat with a fringe pom pom on top. This is a go-to project for when I’m teaching kids to sew because it’s so fast and easy to make that the kids LOVE walking out of class with a finished project. It holds their attention just long enough to do the few steps and complete it!

Yes, the way that I teach it results in have an exposed raw seam at the back but a more experience sewist can easily adapt the ...

Join me today to unbox and setup the new HTVront A200 auto tumbler heat press! If you already have a sublimation printer this would be a great way to whip up a bunch of custom tumblers to gift this holiday season!

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In this episode of WIP Wednesday Vanessa is sharing info on pressing when we are working on our sewing/quilting projects. She’ll share her favorite iron, pressing mats, etc. Lots of tips & tricks will be shared so don’t miss it! These are all Vanessa’s favorite pressing tools and tips!

• Iron featured in video (1800 watts/ affiliate link): https://amzn.to/491uAkF

• Mini travel iron (affiliate link): https://amzn.to/4pctpWR

• 22” x 60” Wool Mat (affiliate link): https://amzn.to/47S8DER

• 13.5” x 17” Wool Mat (affiliate link): https://amzn.to/47S8DER

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In this episode Vanessa chats about setting up her JUKI LB5020 for free motion quilting. If you have a smaller home sewing machine you can free motion quilt on it! You just need to set it up correctly and have a few key tools to get started. Join this LIVE chat to learn more!

• Free motion foot I’m using on this machine (affiliate link): https://amzn.to/3gBh1hO

• JUKI HZL- LB5020 Sewing Machine: https://craftygemini.com/shop/juki-hzl-lb5020-sewing-machine/

• Glide Thread- 40wt Poly for Free Motion Quilting: https://craftygemini.com/shop/glide-thread-40wt-poly-for-free-motion-quilting/

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Join Vanessa LIVE to learn some tips for working with directional fabrics when you are making bags and pouches. She will share the tips while making an easy little drawstring pouch that can be made smaller or larger for all your gift giving needs! These pouches work great for using up your fabric scraps and filling them with treats for different holidays.

Other Halloween Craft Tutorials: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLj9jdzKVN1ecF_A2aq9aNccaN5-oYqZpN

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Join Vanessa LIVE to hear all about her latest pair of quilted sneakers and the next pair she’s working on. I love how customizable these quilted sneakers are!

• Quilted Sneakers Course details: https://craftygemini.com/shop/quilted-sneakers-video-course/

• Get the Sneaker kit here: https://craftygemini.com/shop/quilted-sneakers-supply-kit/

• Find out more about the class here: https://craftygemini.com/2025/06/learn-to-make-your-own-custom-quilted-sneakers-new-online-course.html

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On this episode Vanessa will teach you how to use the Crafty Gemini 5” x 10” Ruler to make another quick and easy Disappearing 4-Patch Quilt Block variation. If you have Layer Cakes or other 10” x 10” precut squares this is the quilt block for you! Perfect for making scrappy quilts, too!

You’ll learn how to make the blocks from 10” x 10” squares or using your own yardage strips. Just grab one light fabric and a dark one and tune in for the step-by-step tutorial! This is a great beginner friendly quilt block that you can make ...

On this episode Vanessa will teach you how to use the Crafty Gemini 5” x 10” Ruler to make another quick and easy Disappearing 4-Patch Quilt Block variation. If you have Layer Cakes or other 10” x 10” precut squares this is the quilt block for you! Perfect for making scrappy quilts, too!

You’ll learn how to make the blocks from 10” x 10” squares or using your own yardage strips. Just grab one light fabric and a dark one and tune in for the step-by-step tutorial! This is a great beginner friendly quilt block that you can make ...

Let’s chat about the new Mystery Mini Bag Club #2 and recap how the 1st edition Mini Bag Club went! You’ll know exactly what to expect if you join us for this new 6-month long club of sewing fun!

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• Mystery Mini Bag Club #1: https://craftygemini.com/shop/mystery-mini-bag-club1/

• Plastic snaps starter kit (affiliate link): https://amzn.to/3D7hjvT

• Bosal One-sided Light Fusible Batting 45″ x 36″ White: https://craftygemini.com ...

On today’s episode Vanessa is gather her supplies and materials to prep for her next pair of quilted sneakers. So, join her and chat about what materials you’ll need to make your own pair and what you want to do to get started on your sneaker making journey.

• Quilted Sneakers Course details: https://craftygemini.com/shop/quilted-sneakers-video-course/

• Get the Sneaker kit here: https://craftygemini.com/shop/quilted-sneakers-supply-kit/

Find out more about the class here: https://craftygemini.com/2025/06/learn-to-make-your-own-custom-quilted-sneakers-new-online-course.html

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On this episode Vanessa will teach you how to make a super easy beginner friendly pouch with a simple elastic loop & button closure. This is the perfect project to teach a beginner how to sew and it’s a great fabric scrap buster! If you need a little project to store some treats for the upcoming holidays give this one a go!

SUPPLIES:
• Sewing machine and iron/ironing board
• 2 pieces of cotton fabric cut to 6.5″ x 16.5″
• 1 piece of cotton woven fusible interfacing cut to 6.5″ x 16.5″
• 1/4″ wide elastic cut ...

In this episode Vanessa will share some tips for ensuring you sew an accurate seam allowance on your serger. This is especially important because if you have the blade engaged on your serge it will cut and sew at the same time.

• JUKI MO-114D serger I used (affiliate link): https://amzn.to/41WtRPC

• JUKI MO1000 Jet Air Looper Threader Serger I use (affiliate link): https://amzn.to/4fRNVIE

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In this episode of WIP Wednesday Vanessa is cutting out the pattern pieces for a toddler sized Jalie Laurent pullover. Join her while she has a chat about garment sewing vs quilting.

• Jalie Laurent Course: https://craftygemini.com/shop/jalie-4131-laurent-t-shirt-pullover-and-hoodie-video-course/

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• Jalie 4131 Laurent T-shirt, Pullover and Hoodie Video Course: https://craftygemini.com/shop/jalie-4131-laurent-t-shirt-pullover-and-hoodie-video-course/

Get your FREE Beginner Garment Sewing Tips & Tricks PDF here: https://craftygemini.com/op/garment-sewing-freebie/

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On this live show Vanessa is answering all your questions about her NEW knit shorts/pants sewing course for beginners! Tune in and see if this class is for you. If you have a sewing machine that can sew straight and zig zag stitches this would be the perfect beginner sewing course for you!

You will be able to make your own pair of actually wearable wide-leg knit shorts, culottes or pants! Just follow along with Vanessa’s clear and concise step-by-step video instructions.

• Sign up for my NEW Jalie Sylvie Shorts/Pants Sewing Course: https://craftygemini.com/shop/jalie-4129-sylvie-knit-shorts-pants-video-course ...

Let’s chat about sewing pants!! In this episode Vanessa pulls out some of the pant sewing patterns and books she’s been checking out this week. Join the chat and follow along and see if you have any of these patterns in your stash or if you want to order them and make any of them yourself!

If you’ve been thinking of sewing your own clothes this year, tune in! You may feel inspired to give it a go after today’s episode.

• Clip & Slide Measuring Tape: https://craftygemini.com/shop/clipslidetape/

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Let’s chat about sewing garments!! In this episode Vanessa pulls out some of her indy patterns and some BIG 4 name brand patterns to go through them and sort out which ones she may want to make to add to her me-made wardrobe!

Join the chat and follow along and see if you have any of these patterns in your stash or if you want to hunt them down and make them yourself!

If you’ve been thinking of sewing your own clothes this year, tune in! You may feel inspired to give it a go after today’s ...

This episode of WIP Wednesday got interrupted by a power outage from the storms. But we started brainstorming for a NEW closet of me-made clothes!

Let’s chat about sewing garments!! In this episode Vanessa pulls out some of her indy patterns and some BIG 4 name brand patterns to go through them and sort out which ones she may want to make to add to her me-made wardrobe!

Join the chat and follow along and see if you have any of these patterns in your stash or if you want to hunt them down and make them yourself!

If ...

Let’s chat about sewing stretch knit fabrics on a sewing machine! There are so many different stitches you could use and you may feel completely lost and overwhelmed with which one is best for you to use.

Tune in today and let’s test out several different stitches on a home sewing machine and chat about what the best option would be for those of us who don’t have a serger to sew our stretch knits with.

If you’ve been thinking of sewing your own clothes this year, tune in! Understanding more about your sewing machine’s ...

Let’s chat about sewing garments!! In this episode Vanessa chats about some garment sewing patterns and share some tips. We’ll chat about choosing your next make, hard copy patterns vs. PDF patterns, and so much more.

If you’ve been thinking of sewing your own clothes this year, tune in! You may feel inspired to give it a go after today’s episode.

• Jalie sewing patterns & courses in our shop: https://craftygemini.com/?s=jalie&post_type=product

• Clip & Slide Measuring Tape: https://craftygemini.com/shop/clipslidetape/

More about sewing clothes on the blog: https://craftygemini.com/category/clothing-tutorials ...

Since we are still working on our quilted sneakers this month I thought I would share some tips for making and attaching curved bias binding. So many people shy away from bias binding and sewing it on curves but it’s not as difficult as you may think. I’m sharing my tips with you on today’s episode. I hope that after watching this show you will give it a try!

If you want to learn how to make your own pair of quilted sneakers checkout our online video course here: https://craftygemini.com/shop/quilted-sneakers-video-course/

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