Category Archives: Home Decor

Easy Custom Tea Towel

I love having a towel hanging over my stove handle for spills or a quick hand dry. I made a quick and easy one to go with my home makeover using some scraps left over from the bolster pillow. So … Continue reading

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Bolster Pillow Tutorial

I just made a new cover for an old bolster pillow that had been sitting in the closet for years. It was a fast and easy project! Believe it or not this was the best shot I could get because … Continue reading

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Dog Bed Makeover

I absolutely love my dog. She is my best buddy and super assistant, but I’ll be honest. She has hideous taste in sleepwear. I buy her cute dog beds with shaping or cool designs and she just is not interested. … Continue reading

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Easy Panel Curtains

I had a friend come over and teach me how to make panel curtains. I used hardware I bought  from Ikea that the curtains clipped onto, so I didn’t even need to make a pocket for a rod. The results … Continue reading

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Kitchen Valance Tutorial

After my table cloth success, I decided I would make a little valance for my kitchen window. It changes the feel of the whole kitchen! I love it! And it looks great from the dining room, where the same fabric … Continue reading

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Easy table cloth

I just made a table cloth that was even easier than I though! Ready to have your mind blown?   I think it turned out very summery and matches my pictures that were already hanging well. Would you like to … Continue reading

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One Million Pillow Case Challenge & Tutorial!

Hey! Hi! Hello! Whew!  Sorry I’ve been so out of the loop lately, but isn’t Stacie doing a great job?!  She’s a keeper! I’ve been busy designing and stitching out protoypes for a new bag company with some amazing design … Continue reading

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Quick and Easy Kitchen Curtains….

Hello! I’ve had a busy past few days holding classes for a couple of new sewing students in my home.  It’s always a pleasure to meet new people and especially to help them get started with the love of sewing! … Continue reading

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In-the-Hoop Project: Square Coasters – Free Design from StitchinJenny!

Hello!   I’ve been kind of quiet for a few days because I’ve been busy behind the scenes with creating and testing a new embroidery design that I am giving away…. If you are new to machine embroidery, I just … Continue reading

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Easy Potholder for Newbie Sewers! Crafty Fun for All!

I have loved this chicken fabric since the first day I “laid” eyes on it.  And, at last, it has become something wonderful! A potholder!  Yay!  (You can click on the image to see a closer view.) Anyway, if you’d … Continue reading

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