I made a lettering bag pattern and these special totes before Christmas and I finally share them on the blog. This blog is like a journal of my work, so better keep it updated, girl! It all started with this beautiful fabric, from the “Gradients” collection by Moda Fabrics (there are two more colorways). and with a fun and easy technique. The result was this: Then … [Read more...]
Heart design turned into a quilted pouch
I made these designs for my newsletter subscribers and here is the reason the second design is not complete. I quilted the design and then turned it into a pouch. The center space is for the zipper opening! I thought the design is a nice reason for more free motion quilting practice. And when the quilting was done, why not turn it into something useful? It took me 10 minutes to … [Read more...]
Reverse applique quilt tutorial
Hello friends! Because from time to time I receive messages like this from quilters: "These quilts are amazing, but what exactly is the reverse applique technique?, I decided to share with you a Reverse Applique Quilt Tutorial I made my first little piece in July 2017 and the more I use and design, the more I love this FABULOUS technique. Let's summarize the technique in a few … [Read more...]
10 Minute Drawstring Bag Tutorial
If you are in need of a gift bag and you have only 10 minutes to stitch it, this drawstring bag tutorial is exactly what you need! These bags are so much fun to stitch and you can sew them from fabric pieces in any size. Once you learn the technique, just check your stash, pair fabric rectangles and start sewing drawstring bags. Drawstring bag size: 5 3/4'' x 8 1/2'' Let's … [Read more...]
Free quilt design
I made this design for my newsletter subscribers; you could make it as applique or with English paper piecing or just quilt it. I have a thing for free motion quilting with straight lines, so here is what I did. At first I was tempted to make a larger design and use thread in many colors... but then I thought to experiment with only two colors. This is Aurifil 28wt thread and … [Read more...]
French Seam Pouch Pattern
Today's pouch is not as pretty as the one I showed you yesterday, but there is something special about this pouch. It uses a super quick and easy technique. It works great for lightweight fabrics (like quilt weight fabric paired with lightweight interfacing) or heavier fabric (like denim) without interfacing. For this sample I used a faux suede and no interfacing. I inserted the zipper … [Read more...]
Making your own fabric
It all started with this: a piece of Kona cotton, some fusible batting and a few Aurifil spools. I started quilting and ... ...ended up with this 12'' x 15'' piece. Looking even better after washing! I used Aurifil 50 wt for this little sample. I did not want to use heavier thread, as there is a lot of backtracking and stitching on top of other stitches. This stitching … [Read more...]
A little trick for bag makers
The bags we sew are meant to be used and loved. And the more you use and love a bag, the more you have to wash it. Which is not a difficult task, to me, at least. I wash most of the bags in the washing machine, on a gentle cycle. After washing, it comes the annoying job of ironing the bag. Most bags must be pressed after washing (even if they are washed by hand). Depending on the pattern of … [Read more...]
How to press bags and pouches
A few days ago I wanted to sew a gift for a friend, but what to sew in 3 hours? A few pouches, of course! You know I am a HUGE fan of quilted bags and pouches; if you quilt them properly, after washing, the pressing needs are minimal. If you gift them, that's good news for the new owner of you bags or pouches! Since it wasn't enough time for quilting, just fusing fusible fleece or fusible … [Read more...]
Finishing the gift for a little girl- small bag
Do you remember the pouches I posted a few days ago? I told you they will be hidden into another gift... ... so here is the other gift: a smaller Amelie bag (I printed the original pattern at 80%). I wanted to pair the flower with a simple fabric, that's why I chose to use the striped fabric. The small flower print is so cute, I am glad I also used it for the 2-color … [Read more...]
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