Tutorials

Easy Kimono Sewing Tutorial
This great Kimono is an easy project for a beginner, and creates a useful Kimono third piece that's easy to wear casual or dressed up.  Finished Length measures 33” from shoulder to front hem and 44” to back hem. This has an easy fit and generous proportions adjust as needed. ...

What is Stitch in the Ditch or Ditch Stitch?
The sewing term "stitch in the ditch" OR "ditch stitch" refers to the term of stitching right in the seam line or in the space between the fabrics in a seam. It’s most commonly used in quilting, attaching waistbands and finishing binding. This article talks about stitch in the ditch...

Woobie/Blankie Basic Tutorial
 Sometimes the smallest projects can be the most satisfying. My older daughter found her “woobie” in a box the other day and I had forgotten all about it. She loved it gently, my younger daughter’s looks like it’s been through a war, but my older one’s still looks pretty...

Beginners Guide to Quilting
In our guide we will explore: What is quilting? Types of Quilts Quilt Supplies How to Quilt Tips & Tricks What is a Quilt? A quilt is a cherished keepsake passed down through generations marking special life events like a wedding or birth of a child. A quilt provides warmth...

Tote in a Day
This tote is a great project to practice a sewing technique you’ve wanted to do in a smaller project that can be finished quickly. Here I use this project to practice my Free Motion Quilting skills, but you can easily use up old quilt blocks, embroidery, Sashiko, or try another...

My favorite beginner’s quilt- the Classic 9 Patch
My favorite beginner’s quilt- the Classic 9 Patch The 9-patch is such a great quilt to start with as a beginner, but it has so many design options that it can create amazing results for experienced quilters as well and it comes together quickly.  What is a 9-patch? The 9-Patch...