Tab-Top Panel Curtains with Button Accents
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1 Published on Sew4Home Tab-Top Panel Curtains with Button Accents Editor: Liz Johnson Tuesday, 11 August :00 To be perfectly honest, I hate to cover up my windows. Staring out into the world is one of my favorite pastimes. But, I also realize you need a little privacy and some protection from the sun. And, the softness of curtains and drapes adds a distinct coziness to a room. Okay -- window coverings win! In true Sew4Home fashion, these pretty tab-top curtains are very easy to make. Clever seaming gives you fully lined, finished panels with no visible stitching on the sides. And, we go through all the equations needed to figure out the correct width and height for your windows.
2 Open or closed, our curtains are lovely to look at and enhance the room. The instructions below are for one panel; you can make as many as needed for your window area. We made six panels to cover our set of three large windows: two 41" wide panels per 40" window. The general rule of thumb for panel width is about two to two-and-a-half times the width of the window to maintain a nice, soft gather when open. Most people prefer this look over a flat panel. Fully lined, the panels do a good job of blocking the sun when needed, yet because they're all quilting weight cotton, they aren't super bulky. This allows them to be pulled to either side for a full open view or grouped in three sets of two (as shown above) for a little decorative variety.
3 Our curtains were originally made, using Patty Young's Flora & Fauna collection by Michael Miller Fabrics. This is an older collection that is no longer readily available. Because we did this entire project with quilting cottons, the options for designer fabric are endless and beautiful, with colors and patterns to match any décor. We found Joel Dewberry's Aviary 2 collection at Hawthorne Threads. Aviary has been a popular print for it's classic modern design and gorgeous colors. Take a look at the full collection for colors to suit your home. Sewing Tools You Need Sewing Machine and standard presser foot Fabric and Other Supplies The fabric yardage is based on ONE curtain panel and ONE tie back. Depending on the size and number of your windows and the height of your curtain rod, you will need to adjust your measurements accordingly. Below, we explain how we determined the sizes of our cut pieces. Fabric for top of panel: ½ yard of 44"+ wide quilting weight cotton Fabric for bottom of panel and tieback: 2¼ yards of 44"+ wide quilting weight cotton
4 For the tab top, tieback, and flange: ½ yard of 44"+ wide quilting weight cotton 2½ yards 44"+ wide drapery lining: we used a standard white cotton; you could also use a drapery lining Mid-weight fusible interfacing; we used Pellon Décor Bond 1¼ yards of 3" wide drapery header tape Eight decorative buttons (6 for the tabs, 2 for the tie back); we used ½" metal buttons, purchased locally TWO 2" D-rings (in a finish to coordinate with your fabric) All purpose thread to match fabric See-through ruler Seam gauge Seam ripper Fabric pen or pencil Iron and ironing board Scissors or rotary cutter and mat Straight pins Hand sewing needle Getting Started
5 The first step in creating this curtain panel is to do some math. Yay! Below, we explain how we determined our cut and finished measurements. But, you're likely to have a different size window and/or your hardware (or rod) will be set at a different height. So, you can follow our example and adjust it accordingly to meet your curtain needs. We all have certain curtain needs, don't we? FINISHED LENGTH measurements Total height The height from the top of our rod to the floor is 84½". But, we did not want the curtains brushing on the floor and getting dirty, so we subtracted ½" from the total height. Our finished height will be 84½" - ½" = 84". Tab height Our top tabs are 2½" in height from the top of the pole to the top of the curtain. This is a standard measurement for tab top curtains. Panel body height The finished length of the panel body (without the tabs) will simply be the finished height minus the height of the tabs. 84" - 2½" = 81½". Top fabric height We decided to make our panel out of TWO fabrics, because that's just how we roll. The top fabric is a 16" finished length (just a little less than 1/5 of the total finished length, which is a division that is pleasing to the eye). 81½" 5 = 16.3" We rounded down to 16". Decorative flange You'll notice we have what's called a "flange" in between our top and bottom fabrics. This is a decorative finish you see quite a bit in home décor. It's basically piping without the cord inside. This measurement is ¾" where it sticks out from the seam. Just remember that for later; because it is sewn into the seam and overlaps, it doesn't affect the overall height. Bottom fabric height Our bottom fabric is easy to figure out, just subtract the finished length of the top fabric from the total finished length of the panel body. 81½" - 16" = 65½". CUT LENGTH measurements Now we need to add for hem allowances at the top and bottoms, as well as for the seam allowance where the top fabric is sewn to the bottom fabric. Tabs As you may remember, if you were paying attention, our top tabs are 2½" in height from the top of the pole to the top of the curtain. These loop over the rod, so you need double that height. Then, one end overlaps the top seam by 2" on the front (that's where the accent button is sewn). Therefore, the total finished length will be 2½ x 2 = 5" + 2" = 7". Finally, we need to add to the length for seam allowances. Our cut length for the tabs will be 7" + ½" seam allowance on one end to create the finished end of the tab that lays over the front panel + a ½" seam allowance on the other end where it will insert into the top seam. So, that's 7" + 1" = 8". Top fabric We only need a ½" hem allowance at the top, since the overlapping tabs do the actual hanging. And, we know we only need a ½" seam allowance at the bottom to sew the top fabric to the bottom fabric. Our cut length for the top fabric will be 16" + ½" seam allowance top + ½" seam allowance bottom = 17".
6 Flange The flange is a little tricky because you have to account for the fact it's folded in half, with raw edges together, before it's sewn into the seam. So, we need to double the finished height we figured above, then add for the seam allowance. ¾" x 2 = 1½" + a ½" seam allowance on EACH side (1") = 2½". Bottom fabric We need a total of 7½" for a nice deep hem on the bottom (also standard) and a ½" seam allowance at the top to sew the bottom panel to the top panel. Using our finished measurement of 65½", we add 7½" hem + a ½" seam allowance = 73½". CUT WIDTH measurements Well, this part is fairly easy. We decided the finished width of our panel curtain would be 41"; so, all our pieces just use the full width of the fabric, including the selvedge. This gives us the extra we'll need for the sides. The only exception is the tabs. These need to finish at 2" wide and we need a ½" seam allowance. Instead of cutting two strips to sew together, we can cut just one 5" strip and fold it in half (2½ x 2). So, our cut width is 5". Our final cuts Finally, we're ready to cut! Referring to the cut length and width measurements we figured out above, we cut as follows: 1. ONE 8" x width of fabric strip from the tab fabric. Then, sub-cut the strip into six 5" x 8" rectangles for the six tabs. 2. ONE 17" x width of fabric piece from the top fabric. 3. ONE 2½" x width of fabric piece from the flange fabric. 4. ONE 73½" x width of fabric piece from the bottom fabric. Lining Let's not forget we still need to cut a lining. It's important to use the proper lining for your panel because it helps with light control, protects the fabric from fading in the sun, and gives the curtain body. The lighter-weight cotton just isn't enough on its own. However, if you choose a heavy decorator weight fabric, you might be able to get away without a lining. All-in-all, with full length curtains, we're going to strongly recommend a lining. Before we cut the lining, we need to do some math again! It's standard practice to make the lining shorter than the actual panel so the lining doesn't hang below the hemline (much like the lining in a skirt). That measurement is usually 3" less than your finished total length. So, we need to subtract this from our total length before hemming. Our total finished length is 84". Our hem allowance at the bottom was 7½" and at the top ½". 84" + 7½" + ½" = 92" The cut length of the lining will be 92" - 3 = 89" For the width, we cut the lining 5" less than the cut width of the panel. This is also a standard measurement. The cut width of the lining will be 44" (width of fabric) - 5" = 39" 1. We cut our lining piece at 89" x 39". Tie Backs Just when you were ready to put away your cutting tools. The tie-back! Our tie backs are 2" x 24". To figure out how to cut each section, follow these steps: We approached the width the same way as the tabs above, because the finished width is the same 2". We will cut our strips 5" wide: 2" finished width + ½" seam allowance = 2½" x 2 = 5". We wanted an accent fabric on each end. So, we decided the main fabric of the tie back would be 20" and the accent fabric
7 would be 2" at each end. 20" + 2" + 2" = 24" finished length. But... we also need to account for the overlap to hold the D-rings on either end, so we need another 2" on either end. Therefore, our accent piece needs to actually be 4" finished. And, finally, we need a ½" seam allowances on both ends of our pieces. So, our tie back sections will be cut as follows: 1. Tie back main fabric, cut ONE at 5" x 21". 2. Accent fabric, cut ONE at 5" x 5". 3. The tie back needs to be strengthened with interfacing but that interfacing needs to be only on one side and should be kept out of the seam allowance: cut ONE 2" x 20" strip of mid-weight fusible interfacing. One final note on all the cutting (and the eventual pinning together): Pay attention to the direction of your fabric! We chose two fabrics, both of which have a distinct directional motif. Be mindful of direction when figuring out all your cuts, and pinning all the sections together. There's nothing more tragic than an upside-down humming bird or a dandelion plunging into the earth instead of reaching for the sky. At Your Sewing Machine & Ironing Board Pre-make the six tabs 1. Fold and pin the six tab pieces in half, wrong sides together. 2. Using a ½" seam allowance, sew along one short side, pivot at the corner, and sew to the next corner. Clip the corners. Turn right side out, poking out the corners so they are nice and sharp. Press flat. NOTE: The open end you used for turning will later be sewn between the panel and the lining, hiding its raw edges. 3. Top stitch around the two long sides and the one finished end of each tab. Set aside. Make and insert the flange and attach the top panel to the bottom panel 1. Fold and press the flange piece in half, wrong sides together. 2. Place the flange along the top raw edge of the bottom panel, aligning the raw edges of the flange with the top raw edge of the panel. Pin in place. 3. Machine baste the flange in place. 4. Place the top fabric right sides together with the bottom fabric, sandwiching the flange between the layers. Remember to pay attention to the direction of your fabric.
8 5. Using a ½" seam allowance, sew the top fabric to the bottom fabric. Press the flange down and the seam allowance up. 6. Topstitch through all layers (you are stitching through the pressed-up seam allowance), within the top panel, just above the seam line. NOTE: Depending on the actual widths of your selected fabrics, you may need to slightly trim the width on each side of each sewn panel piece. In order to make a straight seam later, the side edges must be flush from top to bottom. Bottom hems 1. Create a double-fold hem along the bottom. To do this, fold up and press 3½", then fold up an additional 4" and press again. Stitch close to the inner fold to finish the hem. Set aside. If you're new to hemming, check out: How to Make a Simple Hem.
9 2. Repeat the same hem on the lining piece. Remember, this piece is shorter than the panel piece so it will finish shorter. Sew the front panel to the lining along each side 1. Lay the panel on a table, right side up. Place the lining piece right side down (the hem allows you to tell right from wrong) on top of the panel. So... right sides together. 2. The hem of the lining should fall within the hem of the front panel, and the whole lining should be 5" narrower than the face panel. 3. Align the lining and the front panel along one side, pin and stitch with a ½" seam allowance. Stitch from the top of the panel to the bottom. NOTE: We've used some vibrant colors and patterns in our illustrations so you can tell right side from wrong side, etc. In case you were wonderin' where those fish came from!!
10 4. Remove from the machine and lay everything out flat again. Pull the lining so it aligns with the opposite side of the front panel. This will cause the sewn side to roll in a bit. Pin and stitch this side with a ½" seam allowance. 5. Remove from the machine and lay it out flat once more. Now, in order to lay flat, both sides of the front panel will curve around to the back. Match the raw edges of the front panel and the lining along the top edge, making sure the center point of the lining matches the center point of the front panel. To find your center point, you can either measure from each side or fold the entire unit in half and mark.
11 6. Press the side seam allowances towards the outside edges. Insert tabs and sew top seam 1. Place the six tabs in between the lining and panel along the top raw edge. Line up the raw edges of the tabs and the raw edges of the curtain/lining. The two outside tabs should sit up against the fold of the side hem. The other tabs are spaced 5½" apart. NOTE: 5½" apart was what worked for our panel; depending on the finished width of your curtain, you'll need to divide the width evenly to determine the spacing of the tabs.
12 2. Using a ½" seam allowance, sew through all layers along the top of the panel. You DO stitch ALL the way across, including across each folded edge. 3. Clip the two top corners of the panel at a diagonal. This makes it easier to turn the corners.
13 Attach header strip 1. The drapery tape header strip adds strength and body to the top of the panel so it doesn't droop between the hanging tabs. We cut our header strip at 40" (1" less than our finished width). Place the header strip on the bed of your sewing machine (facing the opposite direction of your panel). Lay the sewn top of the panel over the header tape. The bottom of the header strip should line up with your sewn seam as shown in the photo below. The top will simply extend about 2½" beyond the seam allowance. 2. Stitch through all layers within the top seam allowance all the way across. Turn right side out and complete tabs 1. Turn panel right side out through the open hemmed bottom. Press the sides smooth. You will have a fully lined, finished curtain panel with no visible stitching on the sides.
14 2. Pull the tabs out firmly and loop each to the front. As you remember from the notes above, the finished end of the tab should overlap 2" onto the front side of the panel. Pin in place. 3. Topstitch all the way across the top of the panel, approximately ¼" - ½" from the top edge, to help keep the taps in position. You can see this stitching in the photos above. 4. Further secure each tab with a decorative button handstitched through all layers. 5. At the very bottom corner of the panel, fold under the remaining raw edge of the side hem. 6. Make a short vertical stitching line, in thread to match your fabric, to secure the side hem to your bottom hem.
15 Tie backs 1. The tie back needs to be strengthened with interfacing. Find your 2" x 20" strip of mid-weight fusible interfacing. 2. Pin and sew a 5" x 5" accent square to each end of the tie back strip, right sides together, using a ½" seam allowance. Press the seam allowances toward the accent squares. 3. Fold the entire strip in half and LIGHTLY press to create a center fold line. 4. Unfold the strip and, following manufacturer's instructions, press the fusible interfacing to the wrong side of one half of the tie back strip. Align the top of the interfacing strip with the center fold line. 5. Fold the tie back in half, right sides together. Pin. 6. Sew from one short end, down the long side, leave a 5-6" opening for turning, and continue sewing to the opposite short end. Trim corners diagonally. 7. Turn right side out. Press. Poke out all the corners so they are nice and sharp, and turn in raw edges of the opening so they are flush with the sewn seam. Topstitch around the entire tie back. 8. Fold each accent square in half and slip a D-ring into the fold. Stitch in place, matching the previous line of top stitching.
16 9. Hand stitch a decorative button on either end. 10. For our 'three-sets-of-two' configuration shown in the photo above, we simply made a non-interfaced version of the tiebacks from of our leftover scraps and used that as a ribbon to bunch and hold the center two panels in place. Contributors Project Design: Alicia Thommas Sample Creation: Kathy Andrews, What Sew Ever
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More informationNotepad Folder To Go. Published on Sew4Home. Editor: Liz Johnson Friday, 04 December :00
Published on Sew4Home Notepad Folder To Go Editor: Liz Johnson Friday, 04 December 2015 1:00 My mother was the ultimate note taker. She recorded everything from gifts she'd received (in order to write
More informationSoft & Stuffable Fabric Shopping Bags
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 informationKitties-To-Go Handbag
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
More informationSewing and Craft Half Apron
Published on Sew4Home Sewing and Craft Half Apron Editor: Liz Johnson Thursday, 02 June 2016 1:00 We've always been partial to half aprons. Their smaller size tends to make them inherently more adorable.
More informationScrapBusters: Flip-Flap Luggage ID Tag
Published on Sew4Home ScrapBusters: Flip-Flap Luggage ID Tag Editor: Liz Johnson Friday, 28 September 2018 1:00 With just a bit of vinyl and cotton, you can make a clever tag that IDs your bag. We created
More informationA Penny Saved Suspender Strap Apron
Published on Sew4Home A Penny Saved Suspender Strap Apron Editor: Liz Johnson Wednesday, 19 July 2017 1:00 Unisex in style, tone, and fit, this apron welcomes the rosy mornings of the season with a vintage,
More informationHis & Hers Pajama Shorts
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,
More informationColor Wheel Patchwork Tree Skirt
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.
More informationPanel Place Mats with Large Motif Fabric
Published on Sew4Home Panel Place Mats with Large Motif Fabric Editor: Liz Johnson Monday, 08 January 2018 1:00 By emphasizing a large motif and using a contrasting fabric for the borders, this place mat
More informationItaliano Kitchen: Mama Apron
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.
More informationBox Style Zippered Cosmetics & Toiletries Case
Published on Sew4Home Box Style Zippered Cosmetics & Toiletries Case Editor: Liz Johnson Thursday, 30 November 2017 1:00 We love travel size toiletries. I think this may date back to those long-ago days
More informationSummer Fun: Outdoor Padded Roll-up Cushion
Published on Sew4Home Summer Fun: Outdoor Padded Roll-up Cushion Editor: Liz Johnson Friday, 22 July 2011 9:00 Around these parts, Summer is prime time for outdoor concerts. Seating for these events is
More informationMarket Tote Trio in Tula Pink's Elizabeth: FreeSpirit Fabrics
Published on Sew4Home Market Tote Trio in Tula Pink's Elizabeth: FreeSpirit Fabrics Editor: Liz Johnson Monday, 30 March 2015 1:00 eye-catch ing, adjective: immediately appealing or noticeable. Synonyms:
More informationDouble Zipper Pillow with Decorative Stitching
Published on Sew4Home Double Zipper Pillow with Decorative Stitching Editor: Liz Johnson Wednesday, 07 February 2018 1:00 Zippers are one of the trusty workhorses of the sewing world. They normally go
More informationFleece Scarf with Zippered Pocket
Published on Sew4Home Fleece Scarf with Zippered Pocket Editor: Liz Johnson Friday, 27 October 2017 1:00 Fall is cranking into high gear, and according to the weather forecasters, winter is more than ready
More informationCanvas Bucket Bag with Drawcord Top and Two-Piece Snap Strap
Published on Sew4Home Canvas Bucket Bag with Drawcord Top and Two-Piece Snap Strap Editor: Liz Johnson Monday, 10 July 2017 1:00 This crisp, cute bag looks like we grabbed it right off the shelf of the
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
More informationDouble-Sided Cook's Apron with Handy Towel Loop
Published on Sew4Home Double-Sided Cook's Apron with Handy Towel Loop Editor: Liz Johnson Thursday, 28 July 2016 1:00 Bold blocks of color define this classic cook's apron. It's a great project to take
More informationMeasuring Tape Neck Strap Sewing Caddy
Published on Sew4Home Measuring Tape Neck Strap Sewing Caddy Editor: Liz Johnson Wednesday, 31 May 2017 1:00 How many of you loop a tape measure around your neck while you re sewing? I m pretty sure there
More informationLingerie Bag & Shoe Bag Travel Set
Published on Sew4Home Lingerie Bag & Shoe Bag Travel Set Editor: Liz Johnson Monday, 03 February 2014 1:00 With the wacky weather we've been having this winter, I think everyone's experiencing a bit of
More informationBack to School: Zippered Pencil & School Supplies Case
Published on Sew4Home Back to School: Zippered Pencil & School Supplies Case Editor: Liz Johnson Friday, 20 August 2010 9:00 I have a wooden pencil box that has been a fixture on my desk since grade school.
More informationNautical Ahoy! Appliqué Pillow
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 informationScrapBusters: French Press Cozy
Published on Sew4Home ScrapBusters: French Press Cozy Editor: Liz Johnson Friday, 22 May 2015 1:00 Sew4Home lives in Coffee Land. The beautiful Pacific Northwest is home to Starbucks, Seattle's Best and
More informationBaby Gifts: Pretty Bird Quick Trip Diaper Bag
Published on Sew4Home Baby Gifts: Pretty Bird Quick Trip Diaper Bag Editor: Liz Johnson Wednesday, 14 July 2010 9:00 Our smaller (and cuter) diaper bag isn't meant to supplant the full-size, workhorse
More informationVelvet Cuff Christmas Stockings with Poms
Published on Sew4Home Velvet Cuff Christmas Stockings with Poms Editor: Liz Johnson Friday, 28 November 2014 1:00 Our trio of soft stockings features handsome velvet cuffs and whimsical, dangling pom-poms.
More informationRip Stop Grocery Bags with Carry Pouch
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
More informationQuilted Accordion Pouch for Jewelry, Lingerie & More
Published on Sew4Home Quilted Accordion Pouch for Jewelry, Lingerie & More Editor: Liz Johnson Monday, 11 September 2017 1:00 This unique expandable pouch is based on a vintage silk stockings holder. Yep!
More informationGood Gifts for Guys: Fleece Scarf with Zippered Pocket
Published on Sew4Home Good Gifts for Guys: Fleece Scarf with Zippered Pocket Editor: Liz Johnson Monday, 06 January 2014 1:15 Old man winter came stomping in with a vengeance this year. We're sending warm
More informationFloral Apron with Curved Skirt and Button Accents
Published on Sew4Home Floral Apron with Curved Skirt and Button Accents Editor: Liz Johnson Thursday, 20 July 2017 1:00 Celebrate the sweetness of summer with this lovely sweeping skirt apron. A nine-part
More informationDigital Device Sleeve
Published on Sew4Home Digital Device Sleeve Editor: Liz Johnson Tuesday, 22 September 2015 1:00 Finding great gift ideas for guys is tough, starting with the search for the perfect fabric, which can be
More informationNo-Slip Chair Pads with Box Corners
Published on Sew4Home No-Slip Chair Pads with Box Corners Editor: Liz Johnson Thursday, 06 August 2015 1:00 This Sew4Home exclusive design allows you to create a beautiful chair cushion with fancy accent
More information30-Minute Neck Pillows: Go Back-to-School in Style
Published on Sew4Home 30-Minute Neck Pillows: Go Back-to-School in Style Editor: Liz Johnson Monday, 01 August 2016 1:00 These little bow-tie shaped neck pillows are super for proppin' up your noggin as
More informationScrapBusters: Hot Dots Pinwheel Coasters
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
More informationSparkle & Shine Knit Infinity Scarf
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 informationDecorator Pillows with English Paper Piecing Accents
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
More informationHaul It Floor Cushions
Published on Sew4Home Haul It Floor Cushions Editor: Liz Johnson Monday, 15 March 2010 9:00 Some well-known facts: toy cars are cool, toy cars roll best on hard surfaces, hard surfaces hurt your bottom
More informationHeirloom Pillow with Wave Tucks and Woven Lace
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
More informationMake Your Own Grocery Bags
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,
More informationEasy Appliqué: Apple & Pear Kitchen Towels
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
More informationHappy Mother's Day: Big & Little Pillow Pair With Ruffly Ribbon Ties
Published on Sew4Home Happy Mother's Day: Big & Little Pillow Pair With Ruffly Ribbon Ties Editor: Liz Johnson Wednesday, 27 April 2011 9:00 Give Mom a pillow duo that will add an instant splash of spring
More informationPretty Pleated Squares Table Runner
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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