Sewing Projects category

  • Iron Craft ’13 #9 – Button Embellished Cardigan

    This Iron Craft challenge was to use sewing notions in a project. I found these cute polka dot buttons for something like $1 a package and knew I had to do something with them. I’m one of those...
    May 07, 2013 3 Comments

  • Project: Mini Pillow Present

    One of our most popular presents with the little people has been the mini pillow. It has been a real hit. Its popularity continues to surprise me.  So, when we were invited to the birthday of one of...
    Apr 30, 2013 2 Comments

  • Project: Laptop Tote Bag

    On Tuesday, I showed you how to make a quilted laptop sleeve using the lovely HGTV Home fabrics from Jo-Ann. Today, we’ll make the matching tote bag that holds it. This tote bag is lined with t...
    Apr 18, 2013 8 Comments

  • Project: Quilted Laptop Sleeve

    Recently, I was contacted by Jo-Ann about whether I wanted to check out their new exclusive line of HGTV upholstery fabric. (If you watched any HGTV lately, you may have noticed they have started prod...
    Apr 16, 2013 6 Comments

  • Spring Projects

    I know April showers bring May flowers, but maybe we can help move things along a little bit, at least in our craft rooms! Here are some of our favorite floral and spring projects. Crocheted Flower P...
    Apr 02, 2013 No Comments

  • Iron Craft ’13 #6 – Peep Bath Buddy

    It’s that time of year when the Iron Crafters do a Peep project. I was torn whether to do a diorama or something inspired by Peeps. I happened across some leftover yellow washcloths in my craft ...
    Mar 26, 2013 2 Comments

  • Project: Spring Bird Garland

    This time of year in Minnesota we can all use a little hint of spring even if we have to make it ourselves. A couple week’s ago I saw I sewn felt bird garland at a local gift shop. I loved the ...
    Feb 20, 2013 4 Comments

  • Iron Craft ’13 #3 – Heart Coffee Sleeve

    I got some coffee bags. And I have been on a roll. First I made Christmas Stockings. For this challenge, I have made some coffee cup sleeves. Supplies: coffee sleeves from the store (as a template) ...
    Feb 13, 2013 2 Comments

  • Project: Sweater-Wrapped Candle Holders

    I always feel like the house looks a little sad and empty after we take down all the Christmas decorations, so this year I decided to add a few cozy winter decorations around the living room. First, I...
    Feb 05, 2013 2 Comments

  • Knit Easter Treats

    Looking to fill a few Easter baskets this season? Well, we’ve got your knit treats here…all the sweetness with none of the calories. Click on any of the pictures below to be taken to the p...
    Feb 01, 2013 No Comments