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Courthouse Steps (Quilt Block of the Month)

The Quilt Block of the Month of December is the Courthouse Steps.  This is a great block for those just beginning to try their hand at patchwork and is still and enjoyable block to create for even the most experienced of quilters. The Courthouse Steps Block is actually a version of the Log Cabin Block which enjoyed its rise to fame in the United States during the civil war and has been a staple in the world of quilting ever since.  Like the Log Cabin the Courthouse Steps block is built around ... View the Post

Techniques· Tutorials· Tutorials

10 Simple Pillowcase Tutorials

Pillowcases are one of the easiest things to sew and one that kids love to learn how to make! This summer we did some sewing lessons at our house and we made new pillowcases for everyone's beds plus a few more that we could give to the Million Pillowcase Challenge for a great cause. ... View the Post

sewing· Teach the One 2 Sew· Techniques

Teach The One: Great Projects for Practicing Straight Lines…Curtains!!!

This week we are going to be talking about some easy home decor projects and today we are talking curtains! Curtains are great for those who are just beginning to sew  Not only can they be made fairly quickly but the pay off for sewing curtains is AWESOME!  Curtains can change the appearance of any room!  Plus curtain making is terrific practice for learning to sew straight lines.  So today we are sharing two of our favorite curtain making tutorials along with a video with tips on how to sew ... View the Post

Sew for You· Skirts· Techniques· Tutorials· Tutorials

Knit Midi Pencil Skirt Tutorial

  One of my very favorite skirts to both wear and make are knit pencil skirts....probably because they are stretchy and you feel like you are wearing pajamas all day...but you really are dressed!  The other reason I love them is that you truly can wear them with everything--tee shirts and flip flops, to a blazer and heels and everything in between.  And they are an easy afternoon sewing project!!! Here's what you need to make one: ... View the Post