Showcasing ~ Golf Bag Tutorial

Adding a pocket for personal items to a sports bag, means less items to carry around, not to mention less likelihood of losing keys and mobile phone while enjoying a day on the golf course.

Selvedge Fabric Drawstring Bag ~ Tutorial

Today I thought I'd show you how I made some selvedge (selvage) fabric and turned it into a little drawstring bag. The selvedges are usually thrown away, so the cost of making this cute little bag is next to nothing, and it's super quick to make.

Threading Your Way ~ Features

This week's features (all have been Pinned)...

A very informative tutorial, added to the Quilting & Patchwork link party. Next time I sew a quilt, I'm going to try Carole's measure and cut method of adding a quilt border, instead of the slap and sew way I do it now...

Quilt Borders Tutorial - Understanding the Why, by Carole, who blogs at From My Carolina Home... this week's featured blog. Carole, look out for your blog button in my sidebar. Carole is not only a long arm quilter, but also a girl of many talents, who happens to own ten sewing machines. I have known Carole, ever since she showed me her wallhanging of the Stig. At From My Carolina Home, you will find not only card making, sewing tutorials, crafting tutorials and quilting basics, but also posts on Carole's spectacular garden.

Five Years Blogging ~ What I've Learnt

Five years ago I tentatively clicked the Publish button on my first post to Threading My Way. Uppermost in my mind were three questions...

• Will anyone read my blog?
• Do I want to put myself out there?
• Will I measure up?

Today I thought I'd share my thoughts on the ride so far - what I've learnt and how blogging has changed over those years.

Showcasing ~ Worry Eaters ~ Tutorial

Repurposing or ucpcyling projects always catch my attention. When the end result is something soft, cuddly and designed to solve a problem, I'm totally drawn in.

Easy Sew Blankets

Who knew making a lap rug could be so easy? Choose your fabric, add binding and you have a new blanket.

Threading Your Way ~ Features

This week's features (all have been Pinned)...

A terrific bag, added to the Bags & Totes link party. Make your own with the comprehensive tutorial...

Toddler Backpack ~ Tutorial by Sahana, from Vikalpah... this week's featured blog. Sahana, look out for your blog button in my sidebar. Vikalpah is a must read if you love sewing, and you wouldn't be here if you didn't. As well as sewing tutorials, check out Sahana's edible crafts, gift wrapping ideas, jewellery and room decor.

Robot Quilt

Today I am very happy to show you the Robot Quilt - nine wonky log cabin style blocks, each with a robot appliqué in the centre. It's an understatement to say I am thrilled with how this quilt came together.