Foundation Paper Piecing for BeginnersIf you’ve ever wanted perfect points, crisp shapes, and beautifully accurate quilt blocks, Foundation Paper Piecing (FPP) is one of the easiest ways to achieve them. It’s a beginner‑friendly technique that … [Read more...]
Relaxation Eye Pillow
Relaxation Eye Pillow is my latest quick, beginner friendly sewing pattern. Pretty and practical - don't you think? The patchwork front is easily made from 5-inch charm squares. They are a great way to use your orphan charm squares or other fabric … [Read more...]
Economy Quilt Block
The Economy Block is the perfect choice when you want to focus on a fussy cut image from your novelty fabrics. In these 3 inch blocks, I fussy cut some adorable bunnies from a Japanese print in my stash and framed it with some of my Atsuko Matsuyama … [Read more...]
10 Beginner Friendly Sewing Projects for Back to School
Summer is fast coming to an end for children in the Northern hemisphere so it is time to plan for them to head back to school. I have many beginner friendly sewing projects and free tutorials that you can make for your children/grandchildren or are … [Read more...]
Popsicle Parade
It is the middle of winter here in Perth, Western Australia, but I am already dreaming of summer. I love our hot summers - spending time at the beach or around the BBQ - and then cooling off with a ice cold popsicles. These popsicle parade coaster … [Read more...]
Pyramid Weights
Pyramid Weights are one of those small, satisfying projects that you’ll find yourself using every day. They’re quick to sew, perfect for scraps, and incredibly versatile — whether you use them as pattern weights in your sewing room, book weights on … [Read more...]
Fabric Gift Pouch
One of our most popular tutorials, is our Fabric Gift Pouch we posted nearly 4 years ago. Time sure flies! I made another fabric gift pouch to use as gift wrapping and took photos of the process to update the tutorial. The original tutorial was made … [Read more...]
