Posts tagged: "sewing roundups"

  1. 9 quick last-minute Christmas gifts to make in multiples

    Posted by on November 30, 2018

    Okay, it’s not a last-minute Christmas-gift situation yet . . . but it sneaks up on you f-a-s-t, doesn’t it? When you’ve got a holiday party, a work function, or an unexpected guest, you’ll want to spread a little Christmas cheer—quilter style! So why not prep some sewn gifts to give to the people you […]

  2. Give thanks: 11 sewing projects to make Thanksgiving special

    Posted by on October 31, 2018

    Halloween is here! We wish you a happy and safe one. After all the little ghosts and goblins have gobbled up their goodies, it’s time to start thinking about the next holiday on the way—Thanksgiving! Are people coming to your home, or are you going to theirs? Sweet potatoes or mashed potatoes? Pumpkin pie or […]

  3. Ring in the season: 8 gorgeous spring quilts to make (and more)

    Posted by on February 23, 2018

    Raise your hand if you’re ready for spring to arrive! (We’re guessing that’s everyone?) Let’s see, March 20 is the first day of spring. That means 25 more sleeps until it’s officially spring. Sigh. But wait . . . we know a wonderful way to send winter packing—by making a springtime project! We can’t think […]

  4. Patchwork for Pop: quick Father’s Day gift ideas

    Posted by on May 22, 2017

    Now that we’ve finished honoring Mom (ok, that’s never really finished but you know what I mean!) it’s time to turn our attention to Dad! Father’s Day is coming up fast, and we’re here to help you with some quick projects that the dad in your life is sure to love. First up is this […]

  5. Celebrating Mom: 8 handmade gift ideas for Mother’s Day

    Posted by on April 17, 2017

    Mother’s Day is just around the corner! Remember when we were in school and our teachers would always come up with a wonderful crafty item that we could make for our moms for their special day? I know my mom always treasured those childlike (but oh, so cute) elementary-school gifts, just as I treasured the […]

  6. The perfect gift: Christmas sewing projects you can finish today (+ flash sale!)

    Posted by on December 16, 2016

    Oooh, only nine days ’til Christmas! If you think there’s little time left to give something handmade to the ones you love, we’ve got a surprise for you: we have an eBook full of wonderful projects that will lead to stuffed stockings, wrapped gifts, and big hugs. Pick up Sew the Perfect Gift for just […]

  7. Help is here! Get ready for the gift-giving season (+ sale)

    Posted by on August 22, 2016

    As soon as I typed the title for this post I instinctively ducked, knowing that somebody was going to want to throw something at me . I can’t lie, though! That season is coming up quickly! Wouldn’t it be nice to NOT be quilting that table runner for your sister or stuffing that pincushion for […]

  8. Sew festive! Wrap up your Christmas list; with fun gifts to sew (sale)

    Posted by on November 16, 2015

    It happens to me every year. I have big plans to sew fun gifts for friends and family. Then the festive season hits, I run out of time, and it all goes down in flames! This year, I plan on making just a couple of low-stress projects. During the long Thanksgiving weekend I’m going to […]

  9. Sewing gifts for mom: 24 quick-to-make projects

    Posted by on May 7, 2015

    Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 10. Still deciding on a special gift for Mom? With only three days left until her big day, it’s times like these when your sewing skills sure do come in handy! Today we’ve rounded up some fun Mother’s Day gifts that you can sew—and you can complete most of them […]

  10. 5 things to make with a single fat quarter

    Posted by on April 2, 2015

    Fat quarters…oh, how we quilters love them! They’re the quilt-shop equivalent of the candy rack at the grocery store (but without the calories). It’s so easy to pick one up and bring it home. Sometimes, though, you get it home and it either: 1) Doesn’t really “go” with anything in your stash, or 2) It’s […]