When choosing a zipper, you should want one that is around four inches shorter than the bottom edge of the pillow. Sewing machine –except you want to sew by hand, it would be better if you use a sewing machine. There are different models on the market to choose from that will still ...
Stuff with polyfill to your hearts content. Here’s a good place for the kid to help. Hand sew the hole closed. Pretty cute. Sew a bunch more. This one is for Scarlet’s beloved cousin JoJo, made withMichael MillerScallop Bunting for the pillow andRobert Kaufman Kona Cotton Solids in P...
To make the pillow I followed my Reading Pillow Tutorial with only a few changes. I created custom piping for the edge of the pillow using the bias stripe fabric in the line and I changed READ to RUBY. If you’d like to knowhow to make the piping you can CLICK here.I used pre-mad...
When you’re done sewing the doll patchwork quilt and pillow, use the “How to Sew a Ruffled Maxi Dress for an 18″ Doll” tutorialto create a nightgown. Tips to do so are included at the end of this blog post. Materials to Sew the 18” Doll Patchwork Quilt The finished size of th...
STOP! Do not turn away. You are going to conquer your fear of zippers right now. I’m going to show you how to sew a pillow with a zipper closure and you are going to like it. It is VERY easy, a complete beginner project, and the results are polished goodness. Look at that pic...
Click here to watch the video on Youtube. 1. 1. Here I’ve sewn up a small pillow to use for my example. For the record, I’ve used a 1/2 inch seam allowance – I mention this because you’ll want the seam allowance of your hand stitching to match whatever you used for the ...
Attaching the Binding: Sew the binding to the front of the quilt first, then fold it over to the back and sew it in place by hand or machine. I often find a quiet corner and hand-sew the binding, finding the rhythm relaxing.
How To Sew A Skirt When You Are 5 Years Old I'd always wondered what sort of first sewing project the girls would do. When I was small, I started out hand- sewing tiny felt stuffed animals. I did not like dolls so I didn't sew doll clothes. In primary (elementary) school, ...
This free zipper pouch pattern with a flat bottom (sometimes referred to as a gusset), is a part of my “learn to sew series.” A series of simple sewing projects aimed at helping you learn how to sew or improve your sewing skills! These zippered pouches are my “go-to” handmade ...
Learn how to embroider by handIts time to discover how to embroider by hand, where needle and thread become tools for creative expression. By learning the fundamental techniques and patterns, you'll be able to craft stunning designs that range from simple and elegant to complex and highly ...