Teaching Sewing and Alterations for Fun or Profit
You, or someone you love, (think Father’s Day!) own an expensive fishing pole and don’t want to get it scratched up, right? Well, I have a super fast and very simple solution to the problem. You may already have a hard case for it, but this bag will give it extra protection from scratching and…
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Are you looking for a fast, easy, and practical gift for you or someone you love? This caddy can be made custom for any hobby you (or the gift recipient) likes to do while sitting in your favorite chair. Your caddy can be used to hold remotes, gaming devices, sewing, knitting, or crocheting supplies, card…
Read MoreI recently had the privilege of being a guest on a podcast with Lisa from Farmhouse on Boone on her Simple Farmhouse Life podcast! If you don’t follow her blog or YouTube channel, I encourage you to do so! I’ve been following 6 or 7 years and I think it’s one of the best well…
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Is the elastic in your shorts, joggers, or pants all stretched out? Is the waistband too tight or too loose? Is this a beloved old pair of shorts that you or your customer just can’t live without and can’t find a similar replacement? Whatever the reason, it’s time to learn how to replace the elastic…
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Pillowcases make great gifts for any and all occasions, even as gifts for yourself! Whether you’re just beginning on your sewing journey, or you’ve been sewing a long time, making your own pillowcases is so much fun and so easy! You can whip one up in less than 20 minutes! You can find fabric selections…
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Each season, my pillow covers take a beating in the hot sun, so I need to replace them, even though they are covered by our porch! Do you have the same issue? It seems like you have to buy new pillows every year, right? Or maybe yours don’t fade, but you want to be able…
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This weekend, I am headed to my niece’s baby shower. I’ve already had a gift sent to her from her registry, but I always like to sew a few items and tuck them in a basket so the mama has something to open on her special day. In keeping with the animal theme of this…
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Have you found an old quilt at an antique store, or in your attic, and you love it but it has areas where it is worn out and dirty? Are there holes in it that need mending? No need to worry. You’ve come to the right place. I’m going to teach you how to repair…
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It’s really easy to learn how to make a personalized name pillow. This DIY personalized name pillow makes a great gift that can be made any time of the year. You can make them for Christmas, birthday, Mother’s Day or any reason! You may even want one for yourself! This pillow can be made with…
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This is a cookie bag made two ways: a gnome and a simple decorated bag. The instructions in this tutorial include all you need to know to make both bags as well as the recipe for the cookies that you will package inside. I think you’re going to love what a quick Christmas gift idea…
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The Sewing Garden 