Today’s Sewing Basics post is a fun project that will get you familiar with your sewing machine while also turning out a great last-minute gift or decoration: a stitch sampler ornament! I tried this easy sewing gift idea with a dozen college students (most of whom had never used a sewing machine before) and we … Read more
I’m sharing a beginner-friendly sewing tutorial for DIY sensory toys for babies today. If you’re a more advanced sewist or just an adventurous beginner, I’ve included lots of options for variations that will be fun for you to sew and fun for babies to explore! This project is the second pattern in the Baby Sew … Read more
Photo backdrops can be expensive and some of the best ones are rolls without a stiff background, which can make things challenging if your home photography studio has uneven surfaces. In today’s tutorial, I’m sharing how to make a DIY photo backdrop using simple materials and less than a yard of fabric. This post contains … Read more
I’m sharing an adorable and quick sewing tutorial to make a cute gift, ornament, or gift wrap embellishment. The Kawaii Gift Box is also a great first project for sewing with leather! This project was made so much easier with my Cricut Maker, and in this post I’ll also be sharing 5 things I love … Read more
This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Cricut. The opinions and text are all mine. The handmade holiday season is upon us and today I’m sharing a Cricut gift guide. This guide is perfect for cutting machine newbies who don’t know exactly what to buy and for fabric lovers who want … Read more