Are you ready to hear about the upcoming autumn quilting trends for 2017? No? It’s only July you say? Luckily, the summer is the perfect time of year to get started on those long-term fall quilting patterns, and even to get a head start on those holiday quilting projects that will make great gifts for […]
There’s no denying that while we may hate icy weather, we love cuddling up indoors. There’s something so comforting about snuggling up in front of the fire under a warm blanket. If you have to brave bad winter weather, why not do it in style and make a cozy sewing project that looks fashionable and keeps […]
As the weather gets colder, it’s no big surprise that people tend to prefer jeans, leggings, and comfy yoga pants over skirts and dresses. Tights can be a pain to deal with and your favorite summer dress doesn’t always look as stunning when paired with a sweater and boots. If you love dresses but hate […]
I’m notoriously cold in the winter time. It’s not uncommon to for me to walk around my college campus wearing fleece leggings under my jeans, three sweatshirts, a winter jacket, an ear warmer, a hat, gloves, three pairs of socks, and boots. No exaggeration. My quilted jean blanket is my lifeline when I’m working in my […]
What’s more adorable than little woodland critters scuttling around the forest? Think Bambi-esque; it doesn’t get much cuter. I always had a soft spot for Thumper, and bunnies in general. In winter, with everything covered in a thick blanket of snow, animals look stunning against the bright white. I always love when I catch a glimpse […]
How sweet are these heart-shaped handwarmers from Swoodson Says? If you’re looking for an adorable way to stay toasty this winter, look no further than this easy sewing project. These DIY handwarmers are reusable, not like those disposable ones you can buy at the store, and the heart shape makes them a perfect little gift […]
Hi! Stephanie from Swoodson Says again, back to share a fun pincushion tutorial. Winter has hit hard where I live in Iowa, so I figured if I can’t beat it I might as well stitch it! If you’re looking for other cold weather projects, I have a fun no-sew cowl or maybe some upcycled heart […]
Happy New Year’s Eve, sewists! The new year is the perfect time to start on a new quilting project. For one thing, there’s always the excitement of a fresh start that motivates us to try new things and set new goals for ourselves. For another, when it’s so cold outside, there’s nothing quite like staying […]
Although winter definitely has its downsides – hello, snow-shoveling and icy roads – the truth is that I usually spend the rest of the year thinking about how much I love all of the cute accessories that come along with it. You can’t exactly wear a hat and scarf in the middle of July (unless […]
Merry Christmas, sewists! Take a deep breath – the gifting is over. There are no more presents to make, wrap, and mail. You can take some time and let your smokin’ sewing machines cool down today! Since we can now think about things that aren’t the holidays, today I’m bringing you a report of the […]
