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Four Square Coaster Sewing Pattern Free Tutorial

Four Square Coasters Free Tutorial

These cute coasters, based on the four square quilt block design, make great gifts for so many occasions. They’re super fast and easy to make and look great on a coffee or end table. This set is sewn using fabric scraps from my Retro Flower Garden Naturals and Naturals Companion original fabric collections sold exclusively in my Spoonflower … [CLICK TO READ MORE]

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Sewing Gathers Tutorial

Finished Garment with Gathered Ruffle

Gathers are an essential design element in many clothing and home decoration sewing projects. I use them in several of my own patterns. Making gathers may seem intimidating, but with a little practice you can master creating and sewing gathers. Gathers begin with two stitching rows on a long piece of fabric. The stitching rows are pulled to … [CLICK TO READ MORE]

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How To Applique with Fusible Web

Finished Applique Using Fusible Web

What is Applique With Fusible Web? Appliques are shapes cut out from fabric which are then stitched to a base fabric. The fusible web technique is one that I love and use quite frequently. There are many brands of fusible web such as Stitch Witchery and my personal favorite, HeatnBond. The way it works is pretty simple. The … [CLICK TO READ MORE]

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