Independence Day is less than a month away, and if you don't have a flag to hang at home, why not make one with the scraps you have lying around your studio? Sarah Joiner at WeAllSew is here to show you how to turn those scraps into a patriotic symbol ready to display by creating a Scrap Fabric American Flag.
Patty Murphy, friend and past guest of The Quilt Show, has a new book out called Zero Waste Quilting, in which she shares how "every scrap of fabric from a quilt is used to make a quilt and subsequent projects." Find out more about this wonderful practice of getting the most out of your materials, and how by doing so you are doing your part to help.
National Sewing Machine day is June 13, which is just a little less than two weeks away. We think there's no better way to celebrate than by learning the proper ways to clean and oil your cherished sewing machine. Jaime David at WeAllSew is here to show you just how to do that so that your machine receives the love and care it needs to stay with you forever.
As you know, Alex loves all things nautical and this cute sailboat quilting motif from Lori Kennedy and WeAllSew is no exception. Click through to watch and see how Lori builds her boats step-by-step using free-motion quilting.
Summer's coming soon, and with it comes the opportunities to wear Summer clothing, or perhaps the chance to make some for yourself? Sharon Madsen at WeAllSew has great tutorial for you on how to make your own Multi-tiered Maxi Skirt that'll be great for the hot days ahead.
Penny Layman at WeAllSew is drawn to the simplicity of Scandinavian designs. Inspired by their minimalist design and use of color, she designed the "Scandinavian Leaf" Quilt. It's a great opportunity to try paper piecing and use up some of those smaller scraps from earlier projects. She also offers tips on paper piecing to make your quilt a success.
Want to know how to sew in a zipper? Megann Freese over at WeAllSew shows you three different ways, including ways for a standard zipper, an exposed zipper, and an invisible zipper.
Minki Kim at WeAllSew has a simple and easy Heart Pillow you can make which is a perfect project for dressing up your home, or surprising your Mom on Mother's Day.
Last week was National Library Week, and WeAllSew came up with a number of projects to celebrate. One that we just loved was this Machine Embroidered Bookmark from Kate Toney. Find out how you can create your own bookmark that's perfect for you, and then make some more as gifts for your friends.
Spring is here, so what festive adornment have your laid out on your dining room table to commemorate the season? Do you have too many to count, or are you in need of one? If you answered yes to the later then we have just the thing for you. Erika Mulvenna at WeAllSew has the perfect Spring Table Topper for you to make, inspired by simple Scandinavian folk art designs, that will look great laid out on any table!
Mother's Day is just a little over a month, but it's never too early to start thinking out what you're going to give her. With all that extra time, why not give her something handmade that she'll treasure forever. Enter Pat Bravo from WeAllSew and her Mother's Day Postcard, which you can put your whole heart into making and include a lovely message with when you're all done.
Lori Kennedy of WeAllSaw says, "Let’s get crackin’ and decorate eggs! No messy dyes. No spilled teacups! Create a gorgeous table runner or set of napkins for your spring table with the adorable, Eggs in a Basket free-motion quilting motif!"
Want a fun project to make that has a practical use once it's finished? Emily Taylor at WeAllSew has got one just like that for you. Learn how to make a Beginner Bread Basket that's easy to make, builds up your quilting skillset, and can become a great gift for someone when it's all done (after you've made one or two for yourself first).
We're less than a month away from Easter. Which means you've got a month to figure out your decorations for when your guests come over to celebrate with you. Might we suggest this Patchwork Kitchen Towel with Bunny Appliqué from Sharon Madsen at WeAllSew that will perfectly accentuate any kitchen that is preparing an Easter feast. Find out how simple it is to make and then create one for yourself, then one to give as a gift!
Today, March 12th, is National Plant a Flower Day, and the folks at WeAllSew have some flower-themed projects that are perfect for today. One of those is a tutorial from Lori Kennedy where she teaches you how to Free Motion Quilt Nora’s Rose. Find out how to add this free-motion floral design that "is easier to stitch than it looks" to your next work of art.
Love English Paper Piecing? Love Pillows? Giuseppe Ribaudo loves both and shows you how to make this fun, colorful pillow that incorporates hexagon designs at WeAllSew.
Where do you place your pins when your sewing? A pincushion of course. How many pincushions do you have? Most likely many. How many celebrate your sewing machine of choice? Well, only the one you have personally made. Create a pincushion that pays tribute to your hardworking BERNINA with this wonderfully inventive project from Angie Steveson at WeAllSew.
We all know that four-leaf clovers are lucky but hard to find. Pat Bravo at WeAllSew says, "Instead of finding your own luck, why not create your own magic with something handmade, especially with St. Patrick’s Day around the corner." Learn how to make your own St. Patrick's Day Wall Hanging that is shaped like a four-leaf clover in this fun tutorial.
It's National Embroidery Month, so why not try something that you may have never thought of doing, like embroidering on leather. It's not at difficult as it sounds, and Kate Toney at WeAllSew will show you the tools and tips you need to make it a smooth and easy process.
Cherry Guidry of Cherry Blossoms at WeAllSew has created a Valentine inspired treat. It's an easy Be My Valentine Table Runner that would also work as a bed runner. Or, use the individual blocks to make a few quick pillows. Make the table runner, the bed runner, the pillows, or all three, and fall in love with these quick creative projects leading up to Valentine's Day.