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A beautiful project, added to the Gift Wrapping link party. I'd love to receive a gift wrapped in one of these. Two gifts in one...

Embroidered Fabric Envelopes by Sara, from Radiant Home Studio

Japanese Sewing Books...

I love looking through sewing books, but my latest additions are a little different. They're Japanese sewing books. 

Free Motion Machine Embroidered Zippered Pouches...

Another two zippered pouches finished, but not for presents. I'm keeping these ones!!! I love the shape, the colours and the free motion embroidery.

Drawstring Gift Bag Tutorial

I know it's only February, but I've made some small, reusable drawstring gift bags ready for Christmas. My aim is to pace myself throughout the year, making at least one item for Christmas each month. Today's tutorial will show you how to make your own small gift bags.

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Two fabulous tops, added to the Women's Tops link party. Sew Different is this week's featured blog. This new to me blog has many free women's garment patterns and lots of tips for various sewing techniques...

Sheer Batwing Top ~ Free Pattern by Laura, from Sew Different

Robot Appliquéd Quilt Blocks

I've started another quilt. This one's been in the planning stages for quite some time, and finally, I've made a start on the sewing. I plan to incorporate nine robot blocks into a single bed sized quilt for a young boy.

Additions to the Stash ~ Figures by Zen Chick for Moda

When I first showed you my Crazy Patchwork, I talked about how co-ordinating fabrics to get the right combination, is not as easy as it looks. Some people are just naturally good at it, while others like me need more practise. Lots of you left comments saying that's why you buy fabric bundles, as it takes away all the hard work of figuring out the right combination of fabrics for each project.

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Some fabulous sweatpants, added to the Shorts & Pants for Children link party. The pattern fits ages 2 - 10...

Unisex Sweatpants ~ Free Pattern and Tutorial by Emily, from Nap Time Creations

Crazy Patchwork Open Wide Pouches...

A couple of weeks ago I showed you some crazy patchwork blocks. After sewing the crazy patchwork blocks, I came to the realisation that combining fabrics and colours is something that I need to practise. It's not as easy as I thought it would be.

Vintage Pattern Finds...

In the sewing world, we often hear the term vintage, but what does it actually mean and what era is it referring to? The Oxford Dictionary defines vintage as... denoting something from the past of high quality, especially something representing the best of its kind.

How far back into the past though? Yesterday is past, but that's not vintage. Nor is last year. How old does a pattern have to be to make it vintage?

What's Happening in February...

A quick heads up on some sewing related happenings in February..

Sewing for KIDS...

Project Run and Play has changed the format this year. At the beginning of each month one past Project Run & Play Contestant will pick one of their free patterns or tutorials. Each monthly winner will be receiving over $100 prize package. February's challenge is yet to be announced.

Modkid is hosting the Reese Sew-Along, February 9 - 13. Participants will need to purchase the Reese pattern. There's a 30% discount on everything in the Modkid store. There will be an overall participation prize awarded at random to one participant.