Let's chat about something different- stitching on paper & paper sewing. I know what your thinking- instantly that 'Whatcha you talkin bout Willis' phrase popped into your head.... we're not stitching on fabric??? When I look back at some of the projects shared with The Sewing Loft community, I see that many involve paper sewing. So, I wanted to share some basic fundamental tips and … [Read more...]
April showers bring May flowers but these fabric flowers will forever be in bloom! Fabric Flowers This project is for all levels. Skill Level- 1 Button Materials: Outgrown clothing spray starch twigs/branches Tools: hot glue gun sewing machine or needle & thread Basic Instructions: To create your flower, cut clothing into 14" strips long x 4" wide; … [Read more...]
I wanted to do something fun for my daughters class this year. So, my wheels were spinning. Then I thought - how about a few sucker holders! This project is for all levels. Skill Level- 1 Button Materials: felt ribbon trim snaps (or markers, paint) Tulip Spray Glitter Tulip Glitter Aleene's Fabric Fusion Glue stuffing *I used Pellon Perfect Loft Click … [Read more...]
That pesky scrap basket is full again and I am noticing a fair amount of green in the mix. Something is telling me that a holiday craft is in order. This project is for all levels. Skill Level- 1 Button … [Read more...]
So, today is the big day!! And since today is all about the kids, I thought I would share a fun craft that my kids made all by themselves.. Mailbox- Letter Box This project is for all levels. Skill Level- 1 Button Materials: empty Kleenex hand towel box colored paper stickers double stick tape or glue stick scissors or paper cutter Basic Instructions: Remove all … [Read more...]
On Friday my daughter came home so excited to tell everyone that she student of the week. What does that mean, I asked? Well, she excitedly pulled out 2 of the most "loved" (aka filthy) stuffed animals I have ever seen from her backpack & explained she could take them on activities with us. There were other fun things that came with the impressive title but nothing was like "WOW" for … [Read more...]
Valentine's Day is one of the sweetest holiday's around and today, I am sharing how to make candy filled love letters. My girls love to pass out special treats to friends on Valentine's Day and to be fair, I think that it's expected since Valentine is their last name. (I mean... come on people!) Love Letters This project is for all levels. Skill Level- 1 … [Read more...]
Keepin' It Super Simple! So, last week when I made these super cute bookmarks and stitched off a few extra "bee mine" patches. They were just so stinkin' cute I had to find another way to use them. Valentine's Day Card This project is for sewers all levels. Skill Level- 1 Button Materials: blank cards felt ribbon clear drying glue Basic Instructions: To … [Read more...]
Keepin' It Super Simple! Let's face it, with a last name like Valentine - It's a big holiday in my house! So, I am starting my projects and thought that I would share a super simple one that will help eat up a few scraps. Be Mine Bookmark This project is for sewers all levels. Skill Level- 1 Button Materials: fabric scraps Mod Podge felt ribbon Basic … [Read more...]
