Reusable Fabric Grocery Bags ~ Adding a Bottom to the Bags

Complete with blurry iPhone photos, I'm going to show you some reusable fabric grocery bags that I made my Mum for Christmas. I've made so many of these bags now, that I've lost count. But this was my first time adding a removable, solid bottom to the bag.

Threading Your Way ~ Features

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

Some super cute hearts, added to the Denim Refashioning link party. Two different versions in the one tutorial. Can't work out which are my favourites...

How to Make Denim Hearts from Old Jeans by Claire, from Pillar Box Blue... this week's featured blog. Claire, look out for your blog button in my sidebar. If you like repurposing denim jeans, Pillar Box Blue is a must read. Check out Claire's upcyced maps, crafts and DIY.

How To Easily Make an Appliquéd Strip Quilt

The other day I showed you the quilt my daughter and I made together. We are both very pleased with how it turned out, and it seems, you guys like it too. I've had a few people ask me how we put it together, so I'm going to give you a few more details to enable you to make one, too.

Joint Effort ~ Christmas Present Quilt

I have a quilt to show you today - one that was finished in time for Christmas in 2016. But I didn't do all the work. This was a collaborative effort with my daughter.

Diva Envelope Clutch ~ New Bag Pattern

The Diva Envelope Clutch is a portfolio style bag, which looks like an envelope when open. Made with eSheep Designs' latest pattern, the clutch makes it easy to carry around folders and papers without the hassle of lugging a big bag or briefcase.

Showcasing ~ How to Make a Sock Monkey ~ Tutorial

Today's showcased tutorial will show you how to make an adorable sock monkey. I've always loved sock monkeys, but this would have to be the cutest one I have ever seen.

Piped Cushion Covers ~ easier than you think

Whether you call them cushions, pillows or throw pillows, I'm thrilled with how this set turned out. Although they appear to be the same shape as a pillow you might sleep on, in reality, these cushions are much smaller, and are destined to sit on a lounge (sofa).

Easily Make a Buttonhole the Correct Size for a Large Button

Have you ever wondered how to make a buttonhole that is exactly the right size to accommodate a large button with a shank? There's an easy, fail safe method for determining the length of a buttonhole.

I'm Back

I'm back!!! It's been more than two weeks since I've posted on the blog - the longest time between posts since I began blogging in 2011.