Can you feel that chill in the air? Sweater weather is almost here, which makes this a great time to get ready for the upcoming season. Start your autumn sewing with a closet staple: something corduroy. The Mulberry Corduroy Mini Skirt is designed to fit your specific measurements, which means you'll come away with a fun, flirty fall project that's made specifically for you. Wondering what to do with that inexpensive (but bland) sweater you scored at your local thrift store? Try your hand at refashioning with the Cobalt Sweater to Cardigan Refashion project. In this tutorial, you'll discover how to transform a plain thrifted sweater into a sophisticated fall cardigan. Featuring a luxe velvet placket, this refashioning project is ideal for a sewist who is eager to practice creating buttonholes and sewing buttons. Plus, you'll also learn how to create a ruffled hem-effect using elastic to help your cardigan stand out from store-bought offerings.
September 2022
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Upcycle your tired old t-shirts into a soft and cuddly t-shirt quilt or pillow! T-shirt quilts are great projects for beginner quilters, not only due to their use of recycled fabric but because of their simple square blocks and easy-to-follow instructions. Quilt designer Marie Segares is showing you how to make a t-shirt quilt with her simple throw pillow. Perfect for a child or teen, this beginner quilting project will help you master quilting basics while making some one-of-a-kind home décor. READ MORE
There’s just something about vintage fabric, whether a quirky cotton print from the ‘60s or a delicate antique lace, that just seems so magical. Knowing that this fabric has survived the tests of time and has been pre-loved just makes it seem extra special. That’s why I’m here to share our thrifty guide to vintage fabric! READ MORE
Projects
- Jewel Tones
- Mulberry Corduroy Mini Skirt
- Cobalt Sweater to Cardigan Refashion
- Winter Woodland
- Forest Fox Woodland Ornament
- Oh So Deerly Woodland Ornament
- Quilted Fall Favorites
- In the Shadows Halloween Throw Quilt
- Mountainside Bear Paw Wall Hanging