Inside: Perfect Square in a Square Quilt BlockThis is the last block for the Midnight Star Table Topper. (Note: See bottom of post for more about this project.)Unlike the first two blocks for this project, The Square in a Square is a very easy block to make. And the soon-to-be released Midnight Star Table Topper pattern only requires one block for the entire design.Note: You may ... Read More about Perfect Square in a Square Quilt Block
How To Sew A Bookmark
Learn how to sew a bookmark using your scrap fabric and a bit of your time.Hi, Damjana here from Apple Green Cottage and I'm so excited to be with you today! I'll show you how to make a simple but beautiful patchwork bookmark that only requires beginner sewing skills and can be made in less than an hour. Since it is made using scraps, you'll be able to use up those bits and pieces of your ... Read More about How To Sew A Bookmark
How to Make a Needle Case
Inside: How to make a Needle CaseWho else hates threading needles? It’s probably the task I hate most in my embroidery practice.Recently, I’ve started pre-threading my embroidery sharps before I start a project and that one, small, change has made my embroidery practice joy increase tenfold!Keeping Embroidery Needles and Floss Organized with Needle CasesBefore I begin my ... Read More about How to Make a Needle Case
Magic 8 Half Square Triangles
Inside: Magic 8 Half Square TrianglesHave you ever needed to make a lot of identical Half Square Triangles (HSTs) for a quilt or other quilting project?It can be daunting, but not if you use Magic! Here is a way to magically make eight at a time.Materials:(1) 10" square Blue Fabric(1) 10" square White FabricBasic Sewing Supplies NeededSewing MachineIt’s nice to ... Read More about Magic 8 Half Square Triangles
How to Sew a Drawstring Mesh Bag
Inside: How to Sew a Drawstring Mesh BagWith summer in full swing, our family can't wait to head out on summer adventures. Most adventures in our home consist of a body of water such as an ocean, lake, or nearby muddy ditch.Where there is water there is rock collecting, shells, and of course....SAND.Let me just say, I am not a huge fan of sand. I'd go so far as to say I hate sand. ... Read More about How to Sew a Drawstring Mesh Bag
Beginner Foundation Paper Piecing
Beginner Foundation Paper PiecingI love foundation paper piecing! I think it is the easiest way to get perfect quilt blocks every time. Unfortunately, the technique is not as straight forward as patchwork and requires us to think a little backward!Let's take the mystery out of the foundation paper piecing technique by showing what you need to get started. Soon enough you will be wanting ... Read More about Beginner Foundation Paper Piecing