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Spring into warmer weather with March Stitch Quarterly! We thought it would be fun to let you take a peek inside this delightful bag. This month’s theme is ‘Blooming Beautiful’ and we are sharing a sneak peek of this fun notion!

We are giddy with excitement to see what you think of this spoiler. Leave a comment on this blog if you can guess the notion!

We are simply falling for this easy and fun DIY project that is perfect for Valentine’s Day! Read on for a photo tutorial on making your own DIY Heart Banner. The best part of this project is you can create as many hearts as your heart desires!

DIY Heart Banner Supplies

• Two 5″ squares per heart. (We used two Charm Packs from Beautiful Day by Corey Yoder Charm for a matched look.)
• 3 Oz Poly-fil (this is enough to fill about 15 hearts)
• Cloud Chunky Crochet Thread By Lori Holt of Bee in my Bonnet
• A large needle to ...

This easy tutorial will get you running to your sewing machine! Today we have a fun and beginner-friendly project that only takes a few hours to complete! Read on for a photo tutorial on how to make a quilt-as-you-go table runner. The magic of this technique is that when you finish piecing the fabric together, you’ll be done with the quilting part, too.

Quilt As You Go Table Runner Supplies

• One pack of Tablerunner Batting by Happy Cloud
• Marking pen (that won’t disappear with heat)
• 1.5 Yards fabric for backing (Cut to 52″ x 33″ rectangle) 
• Half ...

When we designed the Stackables Cross Stitch Pattern series, we knew exactly how we wanted to fully finish it! We released the Soft White Paddle Board to capture our vision, and we are bringing you a step-by-step finishing tutorial to allow you to fully finish it, just like us.

I stitched my piece using the called-for Classic Colorworks on Marbled White Pine Board 14 Count Aida by Fabric Flair.

Cross Stitch Finishing Supplies

You will likely have many of these supplies in your crafting room already. I use these supplies for finishing my cross stitch all the time.

• Your Stackables ...

With stockings hanging and Christmas lights shining, let’s take a look inside our December Stitch Quarterly Subscription! Each quarter we curate an exclusive collection of cross stitch essentials built around a unique theme. This month, our theme is ‘Holly Jolly’, and as you can imagine it’s a unique mix of assorted cross stitch supplies to get you in the mood to stitch.

Lady Claus Cross Stitch Pattern by It’s Sew Emma
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Behind every holly jolly man, there is a holly jolly woman! Mrs. Claus is the star of this holiday cross stitch ...

Are you getting ready to decorate for the holidays? Today we have the perfect addition to your Christmas tree, or your mini trees, that is! Read on for a photo tutorial on how to make a mini tree skirt, PLUS check out some of our full-size tree skirt patterns at the end!

Quilted Tree Skirt Supplies

You’ll need a few things to get started on your mini tree skirt. This one is designed to go under a 2′ tall desktop tree.

• One Charm Pack
• One Mini Charm Pack
• One yard of fabric for backing
• Quarter-yard of fabric for binding ...

Are you ready to pick out your perfect tree for the holidays? Today we’re sharing how you can make one of your own with our Double Tumbler Mini Tree Quilt tutorial and FREE pattern! Mini quilts are perfect for beginners to make and are lovely gifts for the holidays. Read on for the free Double Tumbler Tree Mini Quilt pattern, PLUS a free video tutorial!

Using this double take on a classic shape you can choose from Skinny or Chunky Tumbler shapes and cut 1″ to 5″ tumblers. The Double Tumbler Mini Tree Quilt using the Double Tumbler Template ...

Have a Holly Jolly Christmas with December Stitch Quarterly! We thought it would be fun to let you take a peek inside this delightful bag. This month’s theme is ‘Holly Jolly’ and we are sharing a sneak peek of this holiday cross stitch!

We are giddy with excitement to see what you think of this spoiler. Leave a comment on this blog if you think this design is be-yule-tiful, too!

As temperatures drop and our thoughts turn to the festive season ahead, we’ve gathered nine DIY holiday gift ideas that you can sew as gifts or holiday decor. They also make nice sewing projects to work on with little ones. We’ve gathered several lovely sewing tutorials from our quilty friends and are unwrapping a few projects of our own. Keep reading for quilt, cross stitch and sewing projects to make your holidays bright!

Sketch Stitched Ornaments Tutorial

Learn to make these fun, scrap-friendly Sketch Stitched ornaments using ...

Good times are always better when they’re shared, and we have sew much to share with you all today! And as an added bonus we have 12 marvelous quilt blocks to share, designed by the very gifted Quilterpreneurs!

Who are the Quilterpreneurs?  They are 12 talented designers and creatives led by their inspiring leader Elizabeth Chappell of Quilter’s Candy. Elizabeth is an author, a fabric designer for AGF, a quilt pattern designer, as well as the host of the popular podcast Craft to Career. When Elizabeth saw the enormous talent and enthusiasm in the students from her Quilt ...

Grab a PSL and keep on stitching with a look inside our September Stitch Quarterly Subscription! Each quarter we curate an exclusive collection of cross stitch essentials built around a unique theme. This month, our theme is ‘Woodland Wild‘, and as you can imagine it’s a unique mix of assorted cross stitch supplies to get you in the mood to stitch.

Fall is in the Air Cross Stitch Pattern by It’s Sew Emma
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You “autumn” bundle up because fall is in the air! The Fall is in the Air cross stitch pattern is ...

Are you new to quilting or have a little one searching for something they can make? Your search is over! Rag quilts are multiple layers of flannel fabric sewn together in strips and clipped to create fringed seams and edges for a distinctive look. They make for the ideal, cozy project to finish in one day this fall and keep you extra warm.

Rag Quilts are perfect for beginners to make and are nice gifts for baby showers, birthdays, and holidays. Read on for a photo tutorial on making a One Hour Flannel Rag Quilt, PLUS a free video tutorial ...

You “autumn” bundle up because Fall is in the air with September Stitch Quarterly! We thought it would be fun to let you take a peek inside this delightful bag. This month’s theme is ‘Woodland Wild’ and we are sharing a sneak peek of your floss colors!

We are giddy with excitement to see what you think of this spoiler. Leave a comment on this blog if you’re FALLing in love with autumn, too!

Pictures of a DIY No Sew cover for my office chair, using an elastic Spoonflower fabric. XXX Annika Continue reading →

All aboard! The July Sew Sampler box has arrived and you won’t want to miss this reveal. We hope that with the items included in your box, you can breeze through any quilt project and ‘seas the day’!

Sailaway Nantucket Summer Layer Cake by Camille Roskelley for Moda Fabrics
Sew Sampler got it first! Fat Quarter Shop exclusive!

Set your course for a beautiful summer with this collection! Lakeside blues, deep water navies and verdant greens pool into an elegant display of swirling florals, delicate dots and classic stripes and plaids.

Be sure to check out the full collection ...

Are you looking for a fun DIY project that is also useful? Keep reading for all the details on how to sew an oven mitt!

Not only does making oven mitts of your own allow you to match them to your kitchen décor, but it is also a quick project you can make in a day. If you already have enough oven mitts, don’t worry. These make great gifts and housewarming presents, especially for those headed off on their own this fall!

Supplies

You’ll need a few things to get started including:

• We’re using the My Happy ...

When life gives you lemons… keep on stitching with a look inside our June Stitch Quarterly Subscription! Each quarter we curate an exclusive collection of cross stitch essentials built around a unique theme. This month, our theme is ‘Citrus Summer‘, and as you can imagine it’s an elegant mix of assorted cross stitch supplies to get you in the mood to stitch.

Citrus Summer Cross Stitch Pattern by It’s Sew Emma
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Here comes the sun! This month you will enjoy the zest of life with a cold jar of freshly squeezed lemonade. The ...

Happy National Sewing Machine Day! National Sewing Machine Day is Monday, June 13, so we put together a tutorial to make something special for the original power tool. Sewing machine covers can be functional AND cute, and in this simple tutorial, we’ll teach you how you can make one with two 12” quilt blocks! Our sewing machine cover features blocks from Lori Holt’s Farm Girl Vintage and Farm Girl Vintage 2 books, but you can use whichever block works best for your sewing space.

Supplies

• Farm Girl Vintage Book and Farm Girl Vintage 2 Book by Lori Holt ...

Today we’re bringing you an EASY tutorial for sewing napkins. This tutorial is super beginner-friendly and easy to knock out in one day! A set of cute napkins can make for a great gift since they’re useful, and you can personalize the fabric choice to whomever the napkins are for, to match their personal style or décor.

Are you ready for a simple and fun DIY project that will beautify your table? Keep reading for all the details on how to sew a napkin with mitered corners so easily you’ll have them ready by dinnertime!

Supplies

Besides ...