June 9, 2025
Fusible web is a product used to attach two pieces of fabric together when heated with an iron. There are several products on the market for your fusible applique projects, but these tips are universal.
June 1, 2025
Looking for a fun and quick way to use up your fabric scraps? Look no further!
May 12, 2025
Most patterns and projects provide fabric requirements to help guide how much you should buy. But what if you are stash building – how do you decide?
May 5, 2025
Looking for a simple and fun way to keep the kids' stuff within reach on long car journeys? Look no further than this car seat organizer.
April 8, 2025
Clipping curves in the seam allowances on a project is important to help it lay flat when turning right sides out. Making sure to complete this step will make your project more polished, so don’t be tempted to skip it! Here are three ways to clip your curves.
April 1, 2025
A fun cut and sew panel tutorial to make your own three dolls with legs,
tails, ties and tote bags with small sea creature friends that fit inside, all on one panel.
March 11, 2025
When it comes to choosing a sewing machine, there are some very well known and respected manufacturers, and there will be multiple machines that will work for your needs. Here are some considerations for narrowing down your list and choosing a machine that you will use and enjoy for years to come.
March 3, 2025
This is an easy first bag pattern - no interfacing, no hardware, and minimal fabric cutting required!
February 8, 2025
Have a precut, but don’t know how to sew it up? Here are three great resources! Note that with any precut, it will likely need supplementing with a background fabric of some sort to make it big enough and add necessary space for the prints to have maximum impact.
February 4, 2025
A simple yet luxurious throw that will add beauty and warmth to your home.
January 3, 2025
You don’t need a dedicated room for sewing, but there are some things to consider that will make your sewing life better whether you’re at the kitchen table or in a studio space.
December 12, 2024
You’ll experience less frustration with your sewing projects if you can keep your machine clean and in good working order.
December 5, 2024
November 12, 2024
Y-Seams can seem intimidating, but they don’t need to be! A Y-seam is named for the shape of the seam where three adjoining pieces intersect, but they can vary in appearance and be used to join hexagons, triangles and diamond shapes.
November 5, 2024
Use scraps and overcome your fear of Y-Seams with these quick adorable tree ornaments! These super-simple tree decorations are a take on the traditional tumbling block.
July 13, 2024
In addition to original designs that have great fabric choices and design impact, what are the technical things that judges will be looking for?
June 26, 2024
Practise arranging your quilt blocks on point to make this Christmas tree design!
This design includes two simple types of blocks to sew. Grab a stack of fat quarters and let’s go.
June 12, 2024
Taking the time to press your seams correctly will lead to sharp, neat points. Here’s how to do it!
May 31, 2024
Plastic bags are out and reusable shopping bags are in, so it’s time to get crafting! This fun design will showcase your favourite prints in a cute shopping bag that’s compact enough to fold up into your pocket or purse.
May 10, 2024
Have you ever struggled to sew piping without your first round of stitches showing? It can be a tricky task, but we’ve got some useful tips that will help you keep your piping neat and tidy!
April 29, 2024
French seams hide this pillowcase’s raw edges, giving it a professional touch and a more luxurious look.
April 11, 2024
Have you ever struggled to sew piping without your first round of stitches showing? It can be a tricky task, but we’ve got some useful tips that will help you keep your piping neat and tidy!
April 9, 2024
French seams hide this pillowcase’s raw edges, giving it a professional touch and a more luxurious look.
March 28, 2024
Not sure how to choose fabric for your next quilt project? Never fear, here are some quick and easy tips for you to aid in your decision making.
March 18, 2024
This palissade quilt is super-fast to make – if you can clear a weekend on your calendar for sewing time, you can make this quilt!
February 7, 2024
Tame your wide-neck clothing with these no-slip hanger covers. The grippy nature of flannel fabric keeps your straps and shoulders in place, and they take minutes to make.
January 2, 2024
Make this luggage tag to help with identifying your suitcase on the baggage carousel! The folding design also keeps your personal details concealed.
December 11, 2023
If you’re looking for an alternative to disposable gift wrap, we can help! Furoshiki is a traditional Japanese gift wrapping technique that is more than 2,000 years old and uses our favourite material – fabric!
November 30, 2023
This coaster project is inspired by historical mending techniques from Asia, commonly referred to as Slow Stitching.
November 9, 2023
We have a couple of quick tutorials for you: two kitchen towels that make ideal gifts for bakers and people who love to cook!
October 24, 2023
A tote bag is always useful! On this Patchwork Block Tote Bag tutorial, you can practise your patchwork without making a whole quilt.
September 29, 2023
A tote bag is always useful! On this Patchwork Block Tote Bag tutorial, you can practise your patchwork without making a whole quilt.