paper piecing

Paper piecing simple patern

If you liked the idea of paper piecing, you might be interested in trying something for yourself. Here is a very simple project you could try to do on your own (with at little bit of patience).  It is called Border star. You will need to create 8 (star) pieces and then sew them together. And you can download pattern for these project from Sew Easy website – click here for the pattern.

Pachwork and quilting basics – paper piecing

I was showing you recently some great pachwork inspirations and tutorials. Today I wanted to share with you few videos depicting the basics of paper piercing. An important skill if you want to even think about starting some more serious quilting. 1. Paper Piecing Tutorial by Jennifer Mathis of Ellison Lane 2. Learn how to quilt with paper piecing as a technique Watch this step by step video tutorial or visit our website at http://www.makeitcoats.com […]

DIY tshirt headband

Easy summer DIY and some sewing

There are plenty of great summer sewing tutorials. Today I gathered for you few of my favourits. 1.DIY sunglasses case Learn to make this wraparound DIY Sunglasses Case with this tutorial by Hello Little Home. (from http://hellolittlehome.com/) 2. DIY Stamped T-Shirt Headband Use your old t-shirt  to make DIY projects for example these beutiful headband. (from: http://www.creatinglaura.com/) 3. No-Sew DIY Bow-Back Tank Top Redesign your t-shirts to keep your wardrobe fresh.   from: http://www.creatinglaura.com/)   4. Flowers that Always bloom Fabric […]