Fast Gift Wrap Sleeves in Felt & Cotton
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1 Published on Sew4Home Fast Gift Wrap Sleeves in Felt & Cotton Editor: Liz Johnson Thursday, 07 December :00 Slice, stitch, tie, give. Just four steps to fast and festive (and reusable!) gift wrap solutions in wool felt with cotton accents. Pretty bows and belts keep things wrapped up tight. We planned three different sizes and styles from glamorous to whimsical to guy-friendly. Each is designed to be saved and used again as gift wrap, or in the case of the All Felt with Belt Closure & Boxed Bottom option, to be used as an every day accessory to carry papers, small devices and more perhaps as a cool "drop in" folder for a larger briefcase.
2 We chose a wool blend felt for all our samples, and do recomment a quality felt that can hold up to all the wrapping and unwrapping. Our friends at Fabric Depot have a nice selection of Wool Felt by the yard in dozens of pretty colors. It's very affordable and comes 36" wide. You can make a number of gift wrap sleeves from a single yard. You can also often find wool blend felt squares when you need just a small amount. We used this economical option for our All Felt with Belt Closure & Boxed Bottom sample.
3 Felt is so easy to work with. A rotary cutter and ruler (held in place in our photos by the cool Omnigrid Ruler Grip) make quick work of the simple shapes. And since there's no raveling, we used the seams as a design element, stitching right sides out so the seams show on the outside, which also means no turning from wrong side to right side. To give the edges of one an extra festive look, we switched to a pinking blade for some of our rotary cutting.
4 On the sleeve shown above, we also added a gift tag pocket in clear vinyl. This optional pocket could be added to any of the versions, making it easy to slip in your own to/from tag. Holiday prints are new and exciting every year. Check out the hoiday selection at Fabric Depotto create your favorite combinations.
5 Choosing the ribbon, twill tape or lightweight webbing to use for the closures is fun, and is what helps create the signature look of your package.
6 Our three sleeve samples each feature a different texture of ribbon: satin, a narrow grosgrain style, and a wide linen and burlap blend. Pull from your stash or have fun shopping for something unique.
7 Sewing Tools You Need Sewing Machine and standard presser foot #14-16 Denim Needle (recommended over a universal needle to best penetrate the thick felt without skipped stitches) Quarter Inch Seam foot; optional but helpful to make quick, accurate work of the seams) Walking foot or Teflon type foot, such as the Janome Ultra Glide foot (optional for stitching the vinyl pocket in place) Fabric and Other Supplies Long & Narrow with Single Wide Ribbon - finishes at approximately 6" x 10"
8 ¼ yard of 36"+ heavy-weight felt or similar for the body of the sleeve ¼ yard of 44"+ quilting weight cotton for the flap 1 yard of 1-1½" double-sided satin ribbon Scrap or ¼ yard of lightweight fusible interfacing Envelope Style with Double Narrow Ribbons - finishes at approximately 9" x 12" ¼ yard of 36"+ heavy-weight felt or similar for the body of the sleeve ¼ yard of 44"+ quilting weight cotton for the flap 1 yard EACH of TWO of ⅜" - ½" double-sided coordinating ribbons Scrap or ¼ yard of lightweight fusible interfacing Scrap of clear vinyl for gift tag pocket (you need just a 4½" x 2¾" cut) Pinking blade for rotary cutter All Felt with Belt Closure & Boxed Bottom - finishes at approximately 8" x 10"
9 ¼ yard of 36"+ heavy-weight felt or similar for the front of the sleeve or a cut felt square ¼ yard of 36"+ heavy-weight felt or similar for the back of the sleeve and the flap 1 yard 1" - 2" double-sided coordinating ribbon or webbing TWO D-Rings to fit ribbon/webbing; we used 2" Dritz D-Rings Ingredients required for all sleeves Omnigrid clear rulers and Omnigrid Ruler Grip with a Rotary Cutter - this combo will make all your measuring and cutting faster and easier, allowing you to set up you own Santa's Workshop for assembly line construction of all your holiday wrap NOTE: See our full tutorial on using the Omnigrid Ruler Grips All purpose thread to match and/or contrast with the fabric; we used matching thread on the Long & Narrow with Single Wide Ribbon and the Envelope Style with Double Narrow Ribbons, and a contrasting thread on the All Felt with Belt Closure & Boxed Bottom Tape measure See-through ruler Seam gauge Seam ripper Fabric pen or pencil Iron and ironing board Scissors Straight pins Seam Sealant; we used Dritz Fray Check Getting Started Long & Narrow with Single Wide Ribbon 1. From the felt, cut TWO 6" wide x 10" high rectangles. 2. From the cotton, cut TWO 5½" wide x 9½" high rectangles, fussy cut to best center the motif on the panel.
10 3. Cut the ribbon into ONE 18" length and ONE 16" length. 4. From the interfacing, cut ONE 5½" wide x 9½" high rectangle. Envelope Style with Double Narrow Ribbons 1. From the felt, cut TWO 9" wide x 12" high rectangles. Use a pinking blade in the rotary cutter to cut the sides and bottom edges of both pieces. The top edge of both should be a straight cut. 2. From the cotton, cut TWO 7½" wide x 11½" high rectangles, fussy cut to best center the motif on the panel. 3. Cut EACH ribbon into ONE 18" length and ONE 16" length. 4. From the interfacing, cut ONE 7½" wide x 11½" high rectangle. 5. From the clear vinyl, cut ONE 4½" wide x 2¾" high rectangle. As with the felt above, use a pinking blade in the rotary cutter to cut the sides and bottom edge. The top edge should be a straight cut. All Felt with Belt Closure & Boxed Bottom 1. From the felt for the front, cut ONE 8" x 10¾" rectangle. 2. From the felt for the back and flap, cut ONE 8" x 15¾" rectangle. 3. Cut the ribbon into ONE 20" length and ONE 5" length.
11 At Your Sewing Machine & Ironing Board Long & Narrow with Single Wide Ribbon 1. Following manufacturer's instructions, fuse the interfacing to the wrong side of one of the cotton flap panels. 2. Place the two cotton flap panels right sides together. Pin around all four sides, leaving a 3" - 4" opening along the top edge for turning. 3. Using a ¼" seam allowance, stitch around all four sides. Remember to pivot at each corner and to lock your seam at either side of the 3" - 4" opening. 4. Clip the corners and turn the flap right side out through the opening. 5. Gently push out the corners so they are nice and sharp. A long, blunt tool, like a chopstick, knitting needle or point turner works well for this. 6. Press flat, pressing in the raw edges along the opening so they are flush with the sewn seam.
12 7. Edgestitch around all four sides of the flap. This will help the flap stay flat and closes the opening used for turning. 8. Place one of the felt rectangles on your work surface. 9. Place the top edge of the flap 2" down from the top edge of the felt and centered side to side. 10. Find the 18" length of ribbon. Slip one raw end under the flap. Insert the ribbon about ½" - ¾" at the exact center of the flap. The flap is extending up from the felt panel and the ribbon is extending down across the felt panel. Pin the flap in place along the just its top edge, securing the ribbon as well. If using a directional fabric, make sure things are running the right way; the flap will fold down. 11. Stitch across the top edge of the flap only through all the layers. Your new stitching should follow exactly in line with the flap's edgestitching seam.
13 12. Fold up the ribbon so it is now laying down the center of the flap. Measure 2" from the top edge of the flap along both sides of the ribbon. Place a marking pin at each side. 13. Edgestitch the ribbon in place, through all the layers. Start at one marking pin, stitching down the side of the ribbon, pivot, stitch across, pivot, stitch up the opposite side of the ribbon, stopping at the opposite marking pin. The side stitching should be as close to the edge of the ribbon as possible. The horizontal stitching should, once again, be exactly in line with the previous seams. There is no stitching across the ribbon at the 2" mark.
14 14. Find the remaining piece of felt. Place it together with the flap felt, aligning all the sides. Pin in place. The flap should be open and out of the way. 15. Find the 16" length of ribbon. Insert it between the layers of felt at the bottom center. 16. Double check from both sides to insure the bottom ribbon is exactly in line with the already-stitched-in-place top ribbon.
15 17. If necessary, re-thread the machine with thread to best match the felt in the top and bobbin. Lengthen the stitch. 18. Using a ¼" seam allowance, stitch along both sides and across the bottom, pivoting at the corners. The top remains open. 19. Cut the ribbon tails at a diagonal and run a line of seam sealant along each cut end.
16 Envelope Style with Double Narrow Ribbons 1. Following manufacturer's instructions, fuse the interfacing to the wrong side of one of the cotton flap panels. 2. Find the 18" lengths of both colors of ribbons. 3. Place a felt panel flat on your work surface. Place the interfaced cotton panel right side up on the felt. Align the top raw edges of the two panels and center the cotton panel side to side. 4. Pin one raw end of one length of ribbon in place so the inside edge of the ribbon is 2" in from the pinked edge of the felt and the top raw edge of the ribbon in flush with the raw edges of the panels. Pin just through the cotton, not into the felt.
17 5. Repeat to pin the second color of ribbon at the opposite side. Remove the felt so you're working with just the cotton panel. 6. Gather up the ribbons to the center of the panel and pin them in place out the way of the coming seams. 7. Place the two cotton flap panels right sides together. Pin around all four sides, leaving a 3" - 4" opening along the top edge for turning. 8. Using a ¼" seam allowance, stitch around all four sides. Remember to pivot at each corner and to lock your seam at either side of the 3" - 4" opening.
18 9. Clip the corners and turn the flap right side out through the opening. 10. Gently push out the corners so they are nice and sharp. A long, blunt tool, like a chopstick, knitting needle or point turner works well for this. 11. Press flat, pressing in the raw edges along the opening so they are flush with the sewn seam. Un-pin the ribbons and pull them out from the seam. 12. Edgestitch around all four sides of the flap. This will help the flap stay flat and closes the opening used for turning. 13. Fold the ribbons so they are now laying down the sides of the flap. Measure 3" up from the top edge of the flap along each ribbon. Place a marking pin at this point for each ribbon. 14. If necessary, re-thread the machine with thread to match the ribbon in the top and thread to match the flap in the bobbin. 15. Edgestitch the ribbon in place, through all the layers, making a long narrow box. The side stitching should be as close to the edge of the ribbon as possible. The top short horizontal stitching should be exactly in line with the flap's edgestitching.
19 16. Repeat to stitch the other ribbon in place, changing out the top thread again if necessary. Set the flap aside. 17. Place one of the felt rectangles on your work surface. 18. Find the two 16" lengths of ribbon. 19. As above, place each ribbon so its inner edge is 2" in from the pinked edge of the felt. The bottom raw end of the ribbon should extend ½" beyond the bottom pinked edge of the felt. Measure 3" up from bottom edge of the felt along each ribbon. Place a marking pin at this point for each ribbon. 20. Repeat to pin the opposite ribbon in place. NOTE: We set the flap in place to double check the bottom ribbons were exactly in line with the already-stitched-in-place top flap ribbons. 21. Find the vinyl pocket. Center it side-to-side between the two pinned-in-place ribbons and 1" up from the bottom pinked edge of the felt. Pin in place.
20 22. Tuck the raw end of the ribbon under itself (not under the felt as that would interrupt the line of pinking) to create a finished end, then stitch a long narrow box, just as you did for the top ribbons, to secure it in place. 23. As above, remember to change out the thread color for each ribbon.
21 24. Edgestitch the vinyl pocket in place along both sides and across the bottom, leaving the straight top edge open. We used our Janome Walking foot. You could also use a Teflon type foot, such as the Janome Ultra Glide foot. Or you could insert a layer of wax or parchment paper between the presser foot and the vinyl to keep a standard presser foot moving smoothly. 25. Find the remaining piece of felt. And the flap with its ribbons stitched in place. 26. Place the top edge of the flap 3" down from the top edge of the felt and centered side to side. 27. Pin the flap in place along the just its top edge. 28. If necessary, re-thread the machine to best match the flap in the top and bobbin. 29. Stitch across the top edge of the flap only through all the layers. You new stitching should follow exactly in line with the flap's edgestitching seam.
22 30. Place the two felt panels wrong sides together with all sides flush. Adjust as needed so the pinked points align. Pin in place along both sides and across the bottom. Keep the ribbons and the flap out of the way of the seam. 31. If necessary, re-thread the machine to best match the felt in the top and bobbin. Lengthen the stitch. 32. Using a ¼" seam allowance, stitch along both sides and across the bottom, pivoting at the corners. The top remains open.
23 33. Cut the ribbon tails at a diagonal and run a line of seam sealant along each cut end. All Felt with Belt Closure & Boxed Bottom 1. At your cutting board, and using a clear ruler and Omnigrid Ruler Grip if possible, place the felt for the back and flap (the green in our sample) flat on the work surface. 2. Measure from the top of the felt 5" down. Place the ruler ½" in from the side edge of the felt and trim away a 5" strip. 3. Repeat to trim a 5" x ½" strip from the opposite side. You may need to notch in at the base of the strip with your regular scissors.
24 4. Measure 3" up from the notch and trim a 45 diagonal corner. 5. Repeat to trim a matching diagonal corner on the opposite side. You are trimming off 2" in height from the each side. The center straight edge along the top will end up to be approximately 3¼". NOTE: We'll stop once again to mention how nice it is to be able to hold the ruler secure and steady to make a precise cut.
25 6. The illustration below shows you how the cuts measure up. It also shows the ribbon stitched in place. 7. Find the 20" length of ribbon. Make a narrow hem on one end. To do this, fold in the raw edge ¼" and press. Fold in an additional ¼" and press again. 8. Edgestitch the hem in place.
26 9. Find the front felt panel (gray in our sample). Place it flat on your work surface. 10. Find the short length of ribbon, which is raw on both ends. 11. Center the ribbon side to side on the panel. Our 2" ribbon sat 3" in from each side of the felt panel. The bottom raw edge of the ribbon should extend ½" beyond the bottom raw edge of the felt. Pin the ribbon in place. 12. Find the pair of D-rings. Slip the top raw end of the ribbon through both rings. Fold back the raw edge 1".
27 13. Pin the fold-back in place. 14. Tuck the bottom raw end around the bottom of the felt, creating a clean finish along the bottom. 15. Thread the machine with thread to best match the ribbon in the top and bobbin. 16. Edgestitch the ribbon in place, running the seam up one side as close to the edge of the ribbon as possible, pivot at the top and stitch across as close to the D-rings as possible this secures the fold-back, pivot once again, and edgestitch down the opposite side. Do not stitch across the bottom. Set the front panel aside.
28 17. Find the cut back/flap panel and the remaining long length of hemmed ribbon. 18. As shown in the illustration above, center the ribbon down the middle of the panel. The bottom raw end should extend ½" beyond the bottom edge of the felt. The top hemmed end should extend beyond the top edge of the felt about 3¼". 19. As above, tuck the bottom raw end around the bottom of the felt, creating a clean finish along the bottom. 20. Edgestitch the ribbon in place, running the seam up one side as close to the edge of the ribbon as possible, pivot at the top and stitch across just below the top edge of the felt, pivot and edgestitch down the opposite side. Do not stitch across the bottom.
29 21. Place the two felt panels wrong sides together, aligning the bottom edges and the sides. Pin in place along both sides and across the bottom. Be very careful to line up the ribbon along the bottom edge. The two folded-under ends of the ribbon should perfectly align. Open the flap to keep it out of the way of the seam. 22. Re-thread the machine to either best match the felt or contrast with the felt in the top and bobbin. We chose a contrasting green thread. Lengthen the stitch. 23. Using a ¼" seam allowance, stitch along both sides and across the bottom, pivoting at the corners. The top remains open.
30 24. To finish, we made 1" boxed corners that are visible from the exterior rather than hidden inside. To do this, use your clear ruler to measure and mark a ¾" square in each corner. 25. Cut out each corner square.
31 26. Reinforce the corner seams by re-stitching about 1" up each side and 1" in along the bottom on each side. 27. Fold each corner into a peak, aligning the side and bottom seams. Open out the seam allowance on both sides so it lays flat. Pin in place. 28. Sew across the peak, on each side, using a ¼" seam allowance. NOTE: If you are new to boxed corners, you may want to check out our full step-by-step tutorial on the technique. Contributors Project Design: Alicia Thommas Sample Creation and Instructional Outline: Debbie Guild Fabric Art & Accents This project and patterns (if any) may be downloaded for personal use only. No electronic or printed reproduction permitted without the prior written consent of Sew4Home LLC. Copyright Sew4Home LLC. All Rights Reserved. Source URL:
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Published on Sew4Home Tall Wine Bags in Burlap & Cotton Editor: Liz Johnson Friday, 11 December 2015 1:00 There is a French proverb that tells us, "In water one sees ones own face; but in wine, one beholds
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Published on Sew4Home Coin Purse with Pleated Front Editor: Liz Johnson Thursday, 20 March 2014 1:00 If we must say so ourselves (and sometimes we must), these little coin purses are about as adorable
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Published on Sew4Home Long Ruffled Scarf in Luxurious Rayon Editor: Liz Johnson Tuesday, 27 October 2015 1:00 What's the lifeblood of any wardrobe? Accessories! Why do we love accessories so much? Because
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Published on Sew4Home Three Tier Ombre Apron with Shabby Chic Style Editor: Liz Johnson Tuesday, 11 April 2017 1:00 Ombre is a French word for shading or graduating. In fashion, it refers to the graduation
More informationScrapBusters: Personalized Mug Rug
Published on Sew4Home ScrapBusters: Personalized Mug Rug Editor: Liz Johnson Tuesday, 19 August 2014 1:00 My brother made me laugh out loud when he said a "mug rug" sounded like a bad toupee for an ugly
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Published on Sew4Home Lightweight String Style Backpack with Crossover Pockets Editor: Liz Johnson Tuesday, 14 August 2018 1:00 String style backpacks are in high demand right now for back-to-school, but
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Published on Sew4Home Floating Rick Rack Napkins Editor: Liz Johnson Monday, 30 April 2018 1:00 Did you know the paper napkin made its debut in 1887? While that's quite historically interesting, we still
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Published on Sew4Home Pretty Pleated Squares Table Runner Editor: Liz Johnson Friday, 16 February 2018 1:00 The beauty of this runner is in the texture of the pleated squares side by side with the plain
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Published on Sew4Home Canvas Slim Bag with Elbow Patch Corners Editor: Liz Johnson Wednesday, 29 March 2017 1:00 Ahhhh, the classic leather elbow patch... it can transform a rumpled guy in a tacky corduroy
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Published on Sew4Home French Desk Set: Blotter Editor: Liz Johnson Tuesday, 23 March 2010 9:00 A desk blotter is a bit of a throw back when you consider most work areas these days have a computer or laptop
More informationToddler Booster Seat in 2 Sizes and with a Carry Handle
Published on Sew4Home Toddler Booster Seat in 2 Sizes and with a Carry Handle Editor: Liz Johnson Thursday, 29 June 2017 1:00 Booster chairs are becoming more familiar in restaurants, but are still not
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Published on Sew4Home Nautical Ahoy! Appliqué Pillow Editor: Liz Johnson Friday, 25 May 2018 1:00 We are always a little startled by how expensive simple pillows can be to purchase. Browsing online or
More informationBeautiful Cotton Garment Covers
Published on Sew4Home Beautiful Cotton Garment Covers Editor: Liz Johnson Friday, 21 March 2014 1:00 Today's pretty garment covers are a great way to keep clothes clean and dust-free in your closet. Many
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Published on Sew4Home Double-Ended, Two-Handed Potholder Editor: Liz Johnson Thursday, 12 May 2016 1:00 We've cooked up a great kitchen project. Hot pads are are small, simple shapes that cry out for mixing
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Published on Sew4Home His & Hers Pajama Shorts Editor: Liz Johnson Monday, 23 January 2012 9:00 Jazz up your jammie-time with these adorable sleep shorts. There's one pair for Him with a drawcord and pocket,
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Published on Sew4Home Italiano Kitchen: Mama Apron Editor: Liz Johnson Monday, 25 October 2010 9:00 We love aprons here at Sew4Home. So we knew our Italiano Kitchen would not be complete without them.
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Published on Sew4Home Easy Appliqué: Apple & Pear Kitchen Towels Editor: Liz Johnson Wednesday, 16 August 2017 1:00 It's time to pack up those pencils and pens and find the new backpack. School has started
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Published on Sew4Home Kitties-To-Go Handbag Editor: Liz Johnson Wednesday, 21 February 2018 1:00 Tabby Road is a classic collection from Tula Pink that debuted well over a year ago, but has continued to
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Published on Sew4Home Soft & Stuffable Fabric Shopping Bags: Shop Pretty Editor: Liz Johnson Wednesday, 07 June 2017 1:00 As more and more stores up their recycling commitment (some entire cities have
More informationBound Gauze Towels for Drying Crystal, China & Flatware
Published on Sew4Home Bound Gauze Towels for Drying Crystal, China & Flatware Editor: Liz Johnson Monday, 07 May 2018 1:30 The dishwasher is my friend. I put just about everything in that puppy and it
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Published on Sew4Home Multi-Pocket Canvas Bag with Jean Buttons & Rivets Editor: Liz Johnson Thursday, 15 March 2018 1:00 This terrific tote has so many interesting details, we couldn't fit them all into
More informationVintage Style Sweetheart Apron
Published on Sew4Home Vintage Style Sweetheart Apron Editor: Liz Johnson Thursday, 18 August 2016 1:00 This apron is another Sew4Home design original, complete with a downloadable pattern that allows you
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Published on Sew4Home Zip Zap Mini Pouch with Side Loop Straps Editor: Liz Johnson Wednesday, 17 February 2016 1:00 Sometimes extra-cute is exactly what you need to get your sewing creativity flowing.
More informationKids' Round Storage Bins with Appliques & Side Handles: Fabulous Fall with Fabric.com
Published on Sew4Home Kids' Round Storage Bins with Appliques & Side Handles: Fabulous Fall with Fabric.com Editor: Liz Johnson Tuesday, 23 September 2014 1:00 Mary Poppins had a spoonful of sugar to work
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Published on Sew4Home Patchwork Trivets with Circular Quilting Editor: Liz Johnson Tuesday, 19 September 2017 1:00 I remember having a drawer full of trivets growing up. There were elaborate crocheted
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Published on Sew4Home Easy Corduroy Slouchy Shoulder Bag Editor: Liz Johnson Tuesday, 02 January 2018 1:00 Let s kick off the New Year with a new bag! This slouchy shoulder bag is fast and easy but with
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Published on Sew4Home Soft & Stuffable Fabric Shopping Bags Editor: Liz Johnson Wednesday, 03 June 2015 1:00 As more and more stores up their recycling commitment (some entire cities have banned plastic
More informationJanome Week: The "Everything" Apron: Embroidery, Decorative Stitching and Quilting
Published on Sew4Home Janome Week: The "Everything" Apron: Embroidery, Decorative Stitching and Quilting Editor: Liz Johnson Friday, 26 April 2013 1:00 For our final day of Janome Week, we took all the
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Published on Sew4Home Skirted Sewing Machine Cover Editor: Liz Johnson Thursday, 18 September 2014 1:00 In honor of National Sewing Month, maybe you should do something sweet for your trusty sewing machine,
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Published on Sew4Home Make Your Own Grocery Bags Editor: Liz Johnson Monday, 24 January 2011 9:00 Just when you think you're the reigning 'Queen of Green' reusing and recycling your way through the day,
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Published on Sew4Home Color Wheel Patchwork Tree Skirt Editor: Liz Johnson Tuesday, 10 November 2015 1:00 This is one of our favorite holiday projects. Maybe because the tree skirt is a Christmas classic.
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Published on Sew4Home Reversible Knit Baby Blanket featuring Coats Eloflex Thread Editor: Liz Johnson Wednesday, 13 September 2017 2:00 Soft and sweet describes this easy to assemble knit blanket. Made
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Published on Sew4Home Double Layer Half Apron with Pockets, Tucks & More Editor: Liz Johnson Monday, 24 February 2014 1:00 We're spending this week In The Kitchen. And today, we've packed a whole lot of
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Published on Sew4Home ScrapBusters: Hot Dots Pinwheel Coasters Editor: Liz Johnson Thursday, 16 January 2014 1:00 Winter is nature's neutral season. Apart from the sparkling blue sky of an occasional sunny
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Published on Sew4Home Decorator Pillows with English Paper Piecing Accents Editor: Liz Johnson Thursday, 13 September 2018 1:00 English Paper Piecing was a new technique for us when we designed these pretty
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Published on Sew4Home Sparkle & Shine Knit Infinity Scarf Editor: Liz Johnson Wednesday, 17 January 2018 1:00 Infinity scarves are one trend that just keeps going and growing. You can find them in everything
More informationFlat Bench Cushion with Buttons & Piping
Published on Sew4Home Flat Bench Cushion with Buttons & Piping Editor: Liz Johnson Friday, 02 March 2018 1:00 A bench cushion is one of the top projects new sewers list as the decorating puzzle that finally
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Published on Sew4Home Make Your Own Reusable Grocery Bags Editor: Liz Johnson Wednesday, 08 February 2017 1:00 Just when you think you're the reigning Queen of Green reusing and recycling your way through
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Published on Sew4Home Whale Appliqué Hand Towels: Make Hand Washing Fun for Kids Editor: Liz Johnson Friday, 29 September 2017 1:00 Wash your hands! As we move into cold and flu season, this is the strongest
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Published on Sew4Home Tab-Top Panel Curtains with Button Accents Editor: Liz Johnson Tuesday, 11 August 2015 1:00 To be perfectly honest, I hate to cover up my windows. Staring out into the world is one
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Published on Sew4Home Heirloom Pillow with Wave Tucks and Woven Lace Editor: Liz Johnson Monday, 01 May 2017 1:00 Perhaps best known as the provence of christening gowns and wedding ensembles, heirloom
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Published on Sew4Home Rip Stop Grocery Bags with Carry Pouch Editor: Liz Johnson Tuesday, 28 October 2014 1:00 I want my grocery bags to work as hard as I do. That means I should be able throw whatever
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Published on Sew4Home Belted Cross-Body Bag with Decorative Stitching Editor: Liz Johnson Wednesday, 04 March 2015 1:00 Decorative stitching against a neutral canvas gives this slouchy bucket bag a great
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Published on Sew4Home Jumbo Round Storage Tote Editor: Liz Johnson Thursday, 12 March 2015 1:00 I think we can all agree little things tend to be pretty dang cute: babies, puppies, kittens, Barbie shoes...
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Published on Sew4Home Sweet Quilted Front Flap Purse with Decorative Lock Editor: Liz Johnson Thursday, 08 March 2018 1:00 The closer. In sales, it s the high-powered whiz kid they bring in to seal the
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