One thing that has a tremendous impact on the look of a sewing project is the interfacing. But even if you choose and work with the best interfacing for a certain project, there is one more thing that you can do to increase the success of your project. Do you guess what is it? It is all about avoiding bulky seam allowances- this means you have to cut the interfacing smaller than the fabric (or … [Read more...]
More texture…
I love to add texture to my projects. I could make such pieces (patterns here) every time I have beautiful fabrics. Actually, some ombre fabrics are waiting to be used, but I must say NO, because I found a new way to texture my projects. Here are the new projects made with a new technique that creates pleats. Piecing the tree panel is quick and easy... then the pleats: some … [Read more...]
Fabric Stars and Wreaths- new patterns
Taking my old star patterns to the next level! These pretty projects are made out of fabric and fusible web squares. I have a box full of fusible web scraps so I was glad to use some of them - actually, most of them! The technique used to create these stars is simple: you fold the squares into new shapes and then combine these shapes. A modified origami technique, adapted to … [Read more...]
You are…
Do you know someone who needs to hear and see these words everyday? Maybe a kid? Maybe a friend? Maybe you? How about sewing a quilt? This is the top I made in a few hours, using the reverse applique technique. The beautiful fabric is by Rubin Design Studio from equilter.com. If you want to sew such a quilt, you need: 1 piece of fusible web (I used HeatNBond) 17'' x 20'' main fabric … [Read more...]
Useful trick- how to turn a rectangle/square quilt block into a triangle
This cute little block is one of the designs of my latest quilt patterns. This is such an easy and quick and fun sewing! The result? Rectangular blocks. You can join a few blocks into a table runner (I made one and I adore it!). But what else can you make? You can turn the block into an equilateral triangle. And six triangles will make a beautiful hexagonal design. Isn't this little … [Read more...]
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