As the holiday season creeps up, shopping lists and stress levels tend to grow together. But with the November 2024 issue of We Like Sewing, we’re here to keep your holidays joyful and your gift-giving creative! Packed with projects that combine heartfelt handmade quality with practical flair, this issue has something for everyone on your list.
Sew a sweet teddy bear for your grandchild with Debbie von Grabler-Crozier’s lovely toy pattern, or whip up a sustainable makeup removal bag set that teens and college kids will adore. For the music lovers in your life, Claudia Nicholson’s scrappy earbud case makes a fun, personalized gift. Plus, bring a bit of winter whimsy to your home with Debi Schmitz’s charming gnome pattern (featured on the cover).
From Lauren Merciris’ luxe winter jacket to Joy Heimark’s tips on wool pressing mats, every project in this issue is crafted to help you sew your way through the season with style and ease.
November 2024
Featured
Wool pressing mats are a favorite tool among quilters for both their durability and ability to provide crisp and flat seams. Joy Heimark shares her knowledge of wool pressing mats with our readers in her newest article that talks about the ins and outs of this handy quilting tool. Joy has been selling wool pressing mats in her Etsy shop since 2019 and is sharing her expertise on selecting quality pressing mats, as well as general information for beginner quilters. If you've been considering purchasing a pressing mat, keep reading to learn everything you need to know about this quilting essential! READ MORE
If you aren’t sure what to use pinking shears for or when you should use a rotary cutter, let us help you with this quick guide to cutting tools! We’ll cover the basic cutting tools that sewists and quilters are most likely to encounter, as well as some specialty tools you can find online or at your local fabric store. Take the stress out of snipping and stitching with our helpful guide. Be sure to favorite this article so that you always have it on hand when you need it. READ MORE
Projects
- Sew in Style
- Paige Boxy Cropped Jacket Pattern
- Glam Goals Makeup Removal Bag Set
- Fun Gifts to Make Now
- Katy Teddy Bear Doll Pattern
- Stitch ‘n’ Store Quilted Earbud Case
- Let It Sew
- Holly Jolly Christmas Door Gnome
- Modern Christmas Tree Quilt Block