June has been galloping by, so I’m a bit behind with my Chunky Thread feature this time – but here we are! It’s summer finally in the Pacific Northwest. June has been unusually cool and rainy here, so the very hot weather is still delayed and we are not complaining about that. But because of…
3 Ways to Make Freezer Pop Sleeves and Wraps for Summer
DIY Freezer Pop holders are a fun sewing for beginners project for the hot weather. Learn 3 Ways to Make Freezer Pop Sleeves and Wraps in this 🎥 YouTube video by fabric designer Tara Reed.
Monthly Placemat Panels/Casserole-Sized Hot Pads
Hi! I’m Casey Chatham from Sew Worthy Mama. I make patterns designed with motherhood in mind. Today, I’m sharing a project that’s perfect for all seasons of gathering and dining with loved ones. You can get the full tutorial as a convenient step-by-step PDF by subscribing to my email newsletter. Read on for a supply…
How to Sew a Dog Leash for the 4th of July
Learn how to sew a dog leash with fabric scraps and nylon webbing in this easy to follow video tutorial by fabric designer Tara Reed.
Art Journals with Rosehill Cottage
Janet Wecker Frisch’s Art Journal collection is starting to pop up in the wild and we are in awe of some of the projects! Today we are featuring a series of Butterfly & Botanical Journals that the talented Rosehill Paper Cottage created. If you haven’t had a chance to see this collection yet you MUST…
Upcycle Doilies with Chunky Thread
Time for another Chunky Thread feature! Doilies, with their infinite variety of intricate designs and pretty lace, have long been a favorite for crocheters to make, and most people are familiar with them as table decorations which also serve a protective purpose. But there are a lot of other ways to use them rather than…
How to make your own Hot Chocolate Station Sign with fabric and canvas
Tara Reed here – back with a quick no-sew project is great to do with kids, a group of friends or on a snow day when you want to stay home and get crafty. Have you seen all the fun Hot Chocolate Stations and tiered trays on social media? You can make them really quickly…
Retro Ornament Garland with Chunky Thread
It’s less than two weeks until Christmas, so I am in full-on Christmas crafting mood over at @verityvintagestudio! Of course for my December project with Chunky Thread I wanted to stitch something holiday-ish. I love my vintage ornaments, so when I came across this free pattern for a vintage/retro style ornament garland by www.homemadeheather.com, I…
Candy Cane Stuffie Craft Tutorial Pattern
Hello friends, this is Jennifer Long from, Bee Sew Inspired, fabric designer with Riley Blake Designs and doll and quilt pattern designer. Join us today for an “Oh so sweet”, adorable and super simple project! These stuffed Candy Canes are so addicting to make, I am SURE you won’t be able to stop at just…
Forest Friends – Back Country Adventure
Hi friends! It is Jennifer Long from Bee Sew Inspired, back to introduce you to my newest fabric collection with Riley Blake Designs and share all the details and project about Forest Friends – Back Country Adventure Fabric! Throughout the next few months, I will be sharing with you (3) FREE Sew-Alongs / Quilt-Alongs that…