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Snowman Table Runner Sewing Tutorial + Giveaway

September 2, 2015 by AllFreeSewing 100 Comments

National Sewing Month 2015

Today’s National Sewing Month Project is brought to you by Jen Eskridge from ReannaLily Designs.

It is winter somewhere in the world and now we can celebrate with this Snowman Table Runner! This table runner is very fast to create and can be created with fabric scraps or purchased yardage. Have the kids help and give your winter a bit of personality with this little fellow. This project is so fast and easy, it also makes a great hostess gift for the holiday season.

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Snowman Table Runner Sewing Tutorial

My Snowman Table Runner finished up at 11-1/2″ x 50″. Yours can be any long rectangular size.

Supplies

  • Assorted white fabric scraps
  • Black and Orange fabric scraps
  • 3″ x 42″ (width of fabric) scarf fabric
  • Heat’n Bond Lite fusible adhesive

Construction

To create the white background for the snowman, you may opt to purchase 1/2 yard of white fabric. Going this route will have your snowman ready in record time. Your finished snowman will be around 17″ x 40″.

Create a background from fabric scraps:

Snowman Table Runner | Jen Eskridge | ReannaLily Designs | Free Pattern

Use your 1/4″ presser foot and/or Seamingly Accurate Seam Guide to join all your assorted white fabric scraps. Match the cut edges with the 1/4″ mark on the seam guide.

Snowman Table Runner NSM 2015In my case, I had portions of quilter’s fat quarters (18″ x 22″ pieces of cotton) left. I joined these large chunks to create a rectangle slightly wider than I’d like and slightly longer than I’d like.

Snowman Table Runner | Jen Eskridge | ReannaLily Designs | Free PatternNext, fold the long rectangle in half twice, to trim the edges.

Snowman Table Runner | Jen Eskridge | ReannaLily Designs | Free Pattern

Cut the large rectangle in to four wide strips. Anything from 3″ – 5″ will work.

Snowman Table Runner | Jen Eskridge | ReannaLily Designs | Free Pattern

Now here’s the magic: We’d like to create an interesting “low volume” scrappy background, but we do not want to spend loads of time finding, trimming and joining loads of tiny pieces. This is a variation of my own Fractured Background Technique. Watch this:

Simply stagger two rows at a time and join them with a 1/4″ seam allowance. (These long seams are why we needed the runner wider than we originally planned.)

Press.

Snowman Table Runner | Jen Eskridge | ReannaLily Designs | Free PatternJoin the pairs of off-set rows. (This is why we need the initial large rectangle shape longer than we originally planned.)

Snowman Table Runner | Jen Eskridge | ReannaLily Designs | Free Pattern

Snowman Table Runner | Jen Eskridge | ReannaLily Designs | Free Pattern

Return to the cutting mat and trim the two ends even with the shortest piece.

Create the Snowman Face

Snowman Table Runner | Jen Eskridge | ReannaLily Designs | Free PatternFor this step, you’ll need:

  • Small amount of black and orange fabric scraps
  • Heat’n Bond Lite

 

Prepare the fabric per the Heat’n Bond directions.

Thankfully, little chunks of coal are not perfect circles so you can easily cut out “round” shapes for the eyes and smile.

  • 2 Rounds for the Eyes
  • 5-7 Rounds for the Mouth

One rounded, elongated triangle cut from the orange fabric will complete the nose.

I think we can agree, the placement of these shapes will determine the character of your snowman. Play around with the placement: wide eyes, straight mouth, curved mouth, off-center, nose pointed up/down, etc.

Snowman Table Runner | Jen Eskridge | ReannaLily Designs | Free Pattern

Should you want a recognizable snowman like Olaf or Frosty, a quick google search will guide you to coloring pages which you can use as templates.

Once the face is decided, peel off the paper backing and fuse the fabric to the background.

Snowman Table Runner | Jen Eskridge | ReannaLily Designs | Free PatternThe last step in this raw-edge applique method is to edge-stitch around each fabric shape.

Snowman Table Runner | Jen Eskridge | ReannaLily Designs | Free Pattern

Decide on a Scarf

Ironically, scarves keep you warm…. why would a snowman want to be warm? Who knows? Feel free to skip this step and move on to the next Finishing Step, or stay right here and give your snowman a bit more color.

When choosing my scarf fabric, I decided to not pull Christmas/Novelty fabric. I’d like to use this snowman in the January/February months, long after the holiday is over. I auditioned two pieces of fabric:

Snowman Table Runner | Jen Eskridge | ReannaLily Designs | Free Pattern

If your table runner is wider than my 11-3/4″ runner, you may need more scarf fabric. Also, if you’d like your scarf ends to dangle the entire length of the snowman (for instance, if you use this guy as a wall-hanging, rather than a runner), you may need more scarf fabric.

Cut 2 pieces of scarf fabric, 3″ x 22″

Snowman Table Runner | Jen Eskridge | ReannaLily Designs | Free Pattern

Snowman Table Runner | Jen Eskridge | ReannaLily Designs | Free Pattern

Position the scarf fabric below the snowman’s face. (Because snowmen don’t have necks, of course.)

Align the cut edge of the background fabric and scarf fabric.

Snowman Table Runner | Jen Eskridge | ReannaLily Designs | Free Pattern

Tip the scarf down slightly.

SnowmanTableRunner_JenEskridge_17Baste the scarf edges to the background.

Tie a loose square knot to see how you like the look. I tied my know off-center a slight bit.

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Finish the Snowman

Measure your table runner. Any long rectangle will be the perfect size.

Cut a backing fabric the same size as the runner top.

Quick note– If you plan on using this on your table, you may consider adding Insul-Bright to the project, stitching it to the wrong side of the snowman table runner before applying the backing. This will make your runner heat proof for use as a hot-pad or trivet.

Pin the backing fabric to the snowman runner, matching right sides.

Use a 1/4″ seam allowance to sew around the rectangle, leaving a 6″ hole along one side.

Turn the runner right side out through the opening.

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Carefully press around the entire runner, making sure none of the seams are “pulling in” along the edges.

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Tuck the seam allowances into the opening and press.

Snowman Table Runner | Jen Eskridge | ReannaLily Designs | Free Pattern

You may opt to hand sew this close, or use a straight stitch to secure the opening as I have:

Snowman Table Runner | Jen Eskridge | ReannaLily Designs | Free Pattern

Using your Seamingly Accurate Seam Guide, align the pressed edge with the 1/2″ mark to sew a flange around the entire runner.

Snowman Table Runner | Jen Eskridge | ReannaLily Designs | Free PatternWhen sewing the flange edge, I pivoted at each corner rather than sewing off each side.

Last step: Secure the scarf knot through the fabric layers of the table runner.

Snowman Table Runner | Jen Eskridge | ReannaLily Designs | Free Pattern

Set your machine to a wide zigzag stitch on a zero stitch length to create a “bar tack” to hold the knot in place. This step is especially important if you will use this as a wall-hanging.

Snowman Table Runner | Jen Eskridge | ReannaLily Designs | Free Pattern

Adjust the knot fabric slightly to cover the bar tack stitch.

Volia! You have a fun Snowman Table Runner!

Snowman Table Runner | Jen Eskridge | ReannaLily Designs | Free Pattern

 

And now for the part you have been waiting for… the DAILY GIVEAWAY!  Today’s prize is a package of Fairfield Soft&Toasty Batting and 2 quilting books.

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  1. Linda S says

    September 2, 2015 at 9:39 am

    My favorite sewing tool is my Olaf rotary cutter–45 mm. Use it every day. I’ve been quilting since 1976 and you can only imagine what a breakthrough this was unless you remember using sandpaper patterns, tracing around them, and then cutting all your pieces with scissors!

    Reply
  2. Bolanle Agboola says

    September 2, 2015 at 10:25 am

    My favorite sewing tool(s) are the presser feet in their various forms, they are so convenient and make sewing a delight!

    Reply
  3. Kelly Solomon says

    September 2, 2015 at 10:33 am

    Love this. adorable snowman,.think I’ll make several for friends & family as early Christmas gifts.

    Reply
  4. Stephanie N says

    September 2, 2015 at 11:33 am

    Love the snow man. My favorite tool is a seam ripper. Or a quilters guide.

    Reply
  5. Barb says

    September 2, 2015 at 11:44 am

    These snowman table runners look really easy to make and cute. I think I can make some for Christmas for myself and as presents

    Reply
  6. Renea says

    September 2, 2015 at 11:54 am

    My Olfa cutting mat and my June Taylor ruler. Of course I couldn’t do much cutting if I did’t mention my rotary cutter. Thanks for the great giveaway.

    Reply
  7. Donna Barnes says

    September 2, 2015 at 12:15 pm

    What a darling home dec holiday project! Thank you for sharing. My favorite sewing aid is the Seamingly Accurate Seam Guide which helps me keep my fabric straight as I sew. (I never could get those little marks incised in the metal plate to give me the guidance I need.)

    Reply
  8. Beth Lapp says

    September 2, 2015 at 12:44 pm

    My favorite would have to be my magnetic pin cushion.

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  9. Rene says

    September 2, 2015 at 12:50 pm

    Absolutely love this guy can’t wait to make him snowmen decorate my house for the holidays he will be a great addition

    Reply
  10. Jackie Nelson says

    September 2, 2015 at 1:02 pm

    I am in love with my self healing cutting mat and cutting wheels. I have various blades that I can change out and oh I almost forgot my weights that hold my fabric. No more pinning.

    Reply
  11. Ileene Fischer says

    September 2, 2015 at 1:13 pm

    it would have to be the sewing machine. thank goodness for someone coming up with the idea. so much better than sewing by hand!

    Reply
  12. Carla S says

    September 2, 2015 at 1:14 pm

    My favorite tool are my wonderclips. They save me from stabbing myself with a needle by accident.

    Reply
  13. Terri C says

    September 2, 2015 at 1:29 pm

    My favorite tool is my rotary cutter and mat. Without them I wouldn’t enjoy quilting like I do.

    Reply
  14. Cathy Smith says

    September 2, 2015 at 1:39 pm

    My sewing machine!

    Reply
  15. Nancy Darnell says

    September 2, 2015 at 1:44 pm

    My favorite sewing tool is my good pair of Kai shears.

    Reply
  16. Kathy Ferguson says

    September 2, 2015 at 1:53 pm

    Idon’t do much sewing because I sew by hand . So I would say a needle..

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  17. Jennifer says

    September 2, 2015 at 1:55 pm

    Coming from a family of seamtresses, I’ve been sewing all my life. Taught by my Grandmother, my Aunt, and my Mama, I am proud to be able to carry on that tradition! From the sewing of most of our childhood clothing to the creation of incredible stuffed animals, I was lucky to witness the awesome talent of the many creative women in my family. 🙂 Love this pattern and thanks for the chance seamsandscissors.com

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  18. Cheryl K says

    September 2, 2015 at 1:58 pm

    I love the various presser feet that I have I have collected over the years.

    Reply
  19. Erica says

    September 2, 2015 at 3:11 pm

    The needle box my mother in law stitched for me.

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  20. Cheryl says

    September 2, 2015 at 3:19 pm

    my wonder clips, and my walking foot

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  21. JOY says

    September 2, 2015 at 3:21 pm

    My favorite tool is the team of the rotary cutter and mat. Those tools revolutionized the way I and others sew today. I came from the generation that learned to make quilt blocks by tracing with a pencil around a piece of card board & then cutting out the shape by scissors. My pieces evolved & changed in size or shape over time and seams became hard to match. The rotary cutter and mat call for no excuse to be faster and more accurate today as does your Seamingly Accurate Seam Guide.

    Reply
  22. Jane zupp says

    September 2, 2015 at 3:48 pm

    My favorite sewing tool is my neighbor who helps me

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  23. Jane zupp says

    September 2, 2015 at 3:56 pm

    How can I print this. I can’t take the computer with me.

    Reply
  24. Diane says

    September 2, 2015 at 4:13 pm

    My favorite tool is my magnetic pin picker upper. I especially like it when doing crafts that call for sequin pins and they spill all over the place (with the help of a grandchild or two). Those tiny pins are hard to pick up.

    Reply
  25. Julie Gordon says

    September 2, 2015 at 4:33 pm

    My sewing machine is my best tool. I am always whipping up something for someone. Everyone loves home made items. I love to give!

    Reply
  26. Vickie H. says

    September 2, 2015 at 5:19 pm

    I just recently invested in a serger, what a difference it makes in my sewing projects!

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  27. Delaine says

    September 2, 2015 at 5:33 pm

    Actually, I only just started using a stiletto and I don’t know how I managed without it! Thanks!

    Reply
  28. Agnes Marino says

    September 2, 2015 at 5:36 pm

    One of my favorite sewing machine and the different fancy stitches I can use.

    Reply
  29. Diana G says

    September 2, 2015 at 5:54 pm

    My favorite tool in the sewing room besides my sewing machine is my seam ripper . LOL

    Reply
  30. Linda Arner says

    September 2, 2015 at 5:54 pm

    My sewing machine, Don’t know what I’d do without it.

    Reply
  31. Joy Candrian says

    September 2, 2015 at 5:54 pm

    My favorite tool are my sharp Gingher scissors.

    Reply
  32. Barbara Bailey says

    September 2, 2015 at 6:18 pm

    My favorite sewing “tool” is a pattern! I have to have a pattern, scissors or rotary cutter, then sewing machine and the list goes on and on.

    Reply
  33. Darlene Krystal says

    September 2, 2015 at 6:27 pm

    My favorite tool is a inch pair of scissors that I bought for applique…..I do a lot of applique and needed very pointy scissor….small and portable…that’s what they are……

    Reply
  34. Donna Thompson says

    September 2, 2015 at 6:31 pm

    My NEW sewing machine is my favorite tool! I’m in heaven!

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  35. Pamela Harris says

    September 2, 2015 at 6:39 pm

    My favorite tool is my rotary cutter. Don’t know how I did without it all those years!

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  36. Deb Givens says

    September 2, 2015 at 6:40 pm

    Luv everything Snowman, because they are a wonderful winter decoration. My favorite tool are rulers they make quilting so much easier. I always say the more rulers you have the better & I use everyone of mine for different cuts.

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  37. Ashley says

    September 2, 2015 at 6:50 pm

    Definitely the rotary cutter!

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  38. Bev Loux says

    September 2, 2015 at 6:58 pm

    That would be my Sewing Machine. Mom taught me to sew at 9 and I’ve been sewing ever since.I’m 66.

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  39. Judy Sluder says

    September 2, 2015 at 6:58 pm

    My favorite tools (and I say TOOLS) are for making quilts, rotary cutters mats, rulers (different sizes for the right look) and of course the electric sewing machine (what a wonder, I learned on a treadle) so you know I;m not a beginner! Thank you.

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  40. Genevieve Caswell says

    September 2, 2015 at 6:59 pm

    That would be my Olaf Rotary cutter & my Fisker Scissors. Love em both 🙂

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  41. Mom C says

    September 2, 2015 at 7:00 pm

    The rotary cutter changed how I sew completely. Thanks

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  42. tracy reed says

    September 2, 2015 at 7:01 pm

    My favorite tool is my bobbin winder.

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  43. Melissa Chambers says

    September 2, 2015 at 7:04 pm

    My favorite is my 1/4″ sewing machine foot!

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  44. Elaine says

    September 2, 2015 at 7:29 pm

    Good scissors are the most essential tool. However, without my rotary cutter and mat I wouldn’t even attempt to quilt, and I love quilting!

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  45. Gayla Walden says

    September 2, 2015 at 7:47 pm

    My favorite tool is my olfa rotary cutter 45mm. It has a safety trigger thank when you release it it puts the blade cover back. Love, love, love!

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  46. knittingdancer on Ravelry says

    September 2, 2015 at 7:50 pm

    My favorite tool is a seam ripper.

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  47. Shari says

    September 2, 2015 at 7:58 pm

    My favourite tool is my trust Olfa rotary cutter!

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  48. Dana Cargill says

    September 2, 2015 at 8:16 pm

    My favorite sewing tool is my machine. She’s like an old friend. She also reminds me how many sacrifices my hubby of 31 yrs has made for me & our family. He surprised me with the machine when I was beginning to sew for our now 26 yr old daughter. It was a big splurge for us money wise.

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  49. Betty Bell says

    September 2, 2015 at 8:18 pm

    My favorite is my sewing table. It holds all my projects that I’m quilting.

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  50. Laurie says

    September 2, 2015 at 8:34 pm

    Rotary cutter and mat

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  51. Michelle says

    September 2, 2015 at 8:37 pm

    Definitely my sewing machine! And after that my Gingher rotary cutter.

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  52. Quiltwise says

    September 2, 2015 at 8:37 pm

    Zipper foot

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  53. Nancy Bell says

    September 2, 2015 at 8:46 pm

    I’d have to say the Aunt Becky’s finger saver is my favorite. Would love to try this table runner, it is adorable. Making seasonal table runners for a wedding gift, so happy to have seen this! Thank you!

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  54. Waudenna Agee says

    September 2, 2015 at 8:48 pm

    I love my machine, rotary cutters, and seam rippers – but my all time favorite is a simple hand needle and thread. I can use these while visiting with my family and still be a part of whatever is going on!

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  55. Linda S says

    September 2, 2015 at 8:50 pm

    I really needles and threads. I have a Bernina 1090 that I love, but I still like to hand sew. Linda

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  56. Lin Hampton says

    September 2, 2015 at 9:13 pm

    Favorite tool is my rotary cutting tool and the rulers that I use all the time. Snowman pattern is so cute.

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  57. Wanda F says

    September 2, 2015 at 9:58 pm

    My favorite sewing tool is my grandmother’s sewing box. I spent hours with her up in her sewing room at a child.

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  58. leoris says

    September 2, 2015 at 10:00 pm

    My favorite tool is my pinking wheel on my rotary cutter. Saved my sanity when I bought fabric from a friend who stored it in a damp basement. Pinked a laundry basket full and washed it all. Love snowmen ,so will try that runner for the table.

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  59. ChrisK says

    September 2, 2015 at 10:01 pm

    My favorite sewing tool is my Gingher snips. My mom and I each bought one over 30yrs ago and they’re still sharp and by y side when ever I’m sewing, quilting knitting or crocheting.

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  60. Carol says

    September 2, 2015 at 10:13 pm

    MY favorite tool is my sewing machine. I can always improvise just about every thing else.

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  61. Nina says

    September 2, 2015 at 10:19 pm

    First of all it would be my fairly new Janome sewing machine. Love all the different stitches it has. I have used my Grandmother’s Singer portable, one of the first models made. Made clothes for both kids & myself when money was very tight. This will be passed on to my daughter. Also like my seam ripper. Thanks for a chance to win the softy & toasty batting & the 2 quilt books. I’m thinking about learning to quilt, will start with an easy pattern. Thanks again.

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  62. Sallie says

    September 2, 2015 at 10:38 pm

    My rotary cutter. Love the snowman table runner! Thanks for the tutorial!

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  63. Catherine Cozart says

    September 2, 2015 at 10:50 pm

    My favorite tool is probably my cutting board because I use it for both hand sewn and machine sewn projects and it helps with a few non-sewing projects, too.

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  64. Deby at So Sew Easy says

    September 2, 2015 at 10:57 pm

    My favorite sewing tool right now is my brass seam ripper – I wish I didn’t need one, but if I have to rip seams I want to do it easily and this tool is the best.

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  65. Abby Carpenter says

    September 2, 2015 at 11:23 pm

    My favorite sewing tool is my trusty sewing awl. I have saved more heavy-duty items that way, from belts and bags to shoes. In terms of money saved, this one has paid for itself many times over!

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  66. Linda Campbell says

    September 2, 2015 at 11:28 pm

    My favorite tool is pins with colored heads. They keep the pattern on the fabric, keep fabrics together while sewing, help you turn a point,and muçh more.

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  67. Kathy Schmidt says

    September 2, 2015 at 11:28 pm

    My favorite tool is the Seamingly Accurate Seam Guide. Love the snowman table tunner!

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  68. Joan W says

    September 2, 2015 at 11:29 pm

    My favorite sewing tool would have to be my sewing machine. I love to piece quilts, but would not get very many done if I had to sew them by hand like my grandmother did. For smaller tools, I would have to say my rotary cutter, mat, and ruler since they make cutting all those pieces so much faster and more accurate.

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  69. Elaine S. Larson says

    September 2, 2015 at 11:33 pm

    Only one? My sewing machines, my rotary cutters and self healing mat, and my marking pens that erase or iron off.

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  70. michelle r says

    September 2, 2015 at 11:38 pm

    Why the seam ripper of course! But I’m pretty fond of my applique scissors with the duck bill. They really make things easy!!!

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  72. Shirley E. says

    September 3, 2015 at 12:02 am

    My favorite sewing tool is still my sewing machine, followed by one of my favorite hand-sewing needles. Would love the batting and books.

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  73. Katrina Edwards says

    September 3, 2015 at 1:12 am

    My favorite tool is my seam ripper. It is always ready to do the dirty job of ripping out a seam.

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  74. Judy Robinson says

    September 3, 2015 at 1:28 am

    My favorite tools with sewing are my mothers and grandmothers handmade rocking chairs pin cushions sitting close by with my mothers older singer [metal not plastic] sewing machine which runs like a charm with all the attachments.

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  75. Glynda says

    September 3, 2015 at 1:52 am

    I bought a Quilter’s Cut & Press at a flea market for $4.00. Recovered it with part of a June Taylor gridded ironing board cover that I bought with a 60% off coupon. Use it all the time in my sewing room with a mini travel iron that I bought on ebay.

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  76. Carol Burns says

    September 3, 2015 at 1:57 am

    My favorite sewing tool, do I have to pick, I love them all? I will say that now I have a Teflon sheet that I love it, no more sticky surfaces or wasting paper, I bought a second one I like it so much.

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  77. Karen says

    September 3, 2015 at 2:11 am

    I’ve been sewing for years and would be lost with out my sewing machine. Thanks for the very cute snowman pattern !

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  78. Waneta Boyce says

    September 3, 2015 at 2:17 am

    My favorite sewing tool has to be my sewing machine. I bought it at a garage sale for $25 about 12 years ago. It’s made a prom dress, a maid of honor dress, quilts, baby things and just keeps chugging along.

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  79. Vicki Miller says

    September 3, 2015 at 2:22 am

    I love gluesticks…use them for binding without pins, temporary sticking things down so I can sew without pins, & a multitude of other things. Can you tell I don’t like pins? I go through enough gluesticks, I should by shares!

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  80. Carla N. says

    September 3, 2015 at 2:41 am

    For high tech, I love my Husqvarna Viking SL LE with its endless sewing and embroidery options, especially the automatic buttonhole foot. For low tech, I love my measuring tape…for measuring fabric, placing patterns on fabric, or for measuring clothing (waistlines, inseams, etc.) for all the guys in my household.

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  81. Lacy says

    September 3, 2015 at 2:50 am

    A small pair of gold colored scissors. They are the perfect size for carrying around cutting threads.

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  82. Pat Meixl says

    September 3, 2015 at 3:15 am

    My favorite too is my rotory cutter and mat. Probably wouldn’t be a quilter if I didn’t own one.

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  83. anna says

    September 3, 2015 at 3:35 am

    I have the most amazing set of scissors. Mundial. In a beautiful embossed oak box with a gorgeous interior. The box looks as good as the scissors do.
    I love them. The best purchase ever.

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  84. Julie says

    September 3, 2015 at 3:36 am

    I absolutely love my new sewing machine! I got a Bernina 780 and the embroidery unit to go with it! Now my challenge is to incorporate my embroidery items into my quilted items. I love, love, love it! Sews like a dream with so many options that help me sew the best that I can!

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  85. Julie says

    September 3, 2015 at 3:40 am

    I absolutely love my new sewing machine! I got a Bernina 780 and the embroidery unit to go with it! Now my challenge is to incorporate my embroidery items into my quilted items. I love, love, love it! Sews like a dream with so many options that help me sew the best that I can! I also love snowman projects, so the table topper is a welcome tutorial. Thanks!

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  86. Doreen S says

    September 3, 2015 at 4:24 am

    My favorite sewing tool is the rotary cutter. It makes cutting so much easier, but you also have to have the rulers so they are all my favorites.

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  87. Laurie J. Lahr says

    September 3, 2015 at 4:24 am

    My favorite tool are my Gold Seal scissors, I’ve had them since 1992 The best scissors I have ever had.

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  88. Peggy Echols says

    September 3, 2015 at 6:20 am

    Love the table runner

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  89. Lori Smith says

    September 3, 2015 at 1:25 pm

    My favorite sewing tools are my rotary cutter & assorted rulers. Thanks for the cute pattern!

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  90. Nancy Prisner says

    September 3, 2015 at 2:01 pm

    Thank goodness for the rotary cutters and specialty rulers and templates. These are my favorites.

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  91. Sally says

    September 3, 2015 at 3:19 pm

    My favorite sewing tool is my great grandmothers pin cushion. It always reminds me of her and her crazy quilted bags she made in the 1970’s when I was a kid.

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  92. Debra Kay Neiman says

    September 3, 2015 at 7:10 pm

    My favorite tool is my rotary cutter. Really cute snowman. crystalbluern at onlineok dot com

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  93. Cynthia says

    September 5, 2015 at 1:08 am

    My sewing machine is my favorite tool

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  94. Brenda Ackerman says

    September 8, 2015 at 4:52 pm

    My favorite sewing tool is my Singer 301a sewing machine! It sews the best straight stitches and is a total workhorse! She will sew on any type of material also, so another reason she is my favorite!

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  95. Tanya says

    September 9, 2015 at 2:27 am

    My favorite tool is my sewing/embroidery machine. I got it for Christmas last year and finally took the plunge and did my first embroidery practice project with it. I can’t wait to start Christmas projects with it!

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  96. Lorinda says

    September 15, 2015 at 3:36 pm

    My favorite sewing tool is the internet with all the “free” patterns and directions as well as the sources for supplies that I can’t find in my rural area.

    Reply
  97. silvya mihaylova says

    September 22, 2015 at 7:21 pm

    My sewing machine

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  98. ellen williams says

    October 19, 2015 at 3:28 am

    love the snowman and the sewing machine!

    Reply
  99. Peg Sullivan says

    August 30, 2017 at 8:53 pm

    Oh he is so cute. Looks simple esy I will use him up on the wall as my men would definitely spill all over if a glass is placed on his scarf. Too cute Thanks

    Reply
  100. lynn zukowski says

    August 31, 2017 at 7:44 pm

    My favourite sewing tool would probably be my scissors as I use them for every project I work on; from snipping threads, cutting out pattern pieces, cutting the fabric and sometimes even using them to poke out corners-very carefully!

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