DIY Self-Warming Blanket (with Quilt Ties by Machine)

In today’s Sewing Basics post, I’m sharing how to make DIY self-warming blanket on your sewing machine. Self-warming blankets are great gifts for your pets, especially senior pets who may get cold in the winter months. This is a beginner-friendly pattern you can sew in an afternoon and use right away. I’m also sharing how … Read more

How To Make a T-Shirt Quilt Pillow

In today’s Sewing Basics post, I’m sharing how to make a t-shirt quilt pillow. Many of us have a ton of old t-shirts and aspire to make a t-shirt quilt *one day.* This beginner-friendly sewing project is a great introduction to the basics of t-shirt quilting, but you’ll finish it in a fraction of the … Read more

How To Sew a Crinkle Blanket for Cats or Babies

In today’s Sewing Basics post, I’m sharing how to sew a crinkle blanket for cats. This is a beginner-friendly, patchwork sewing project that you can make in an afternoon. This textured crinkle blanket will provide hours of enrichment and fun to your cat — or, for an infant! This post contains affiliate links. I may … Read more

Holiday Pet Quilt

The holidays can be stressful for pets, with new noises, guests, changes in routines, travel, and more. I’m sharing a beginner-friendly pattern for a Holiday Pet Quilt designed to give your furry friend some additional comfort during the holidays. Alternatively, you can donate your Holiday Pet Quilt to a local animal shelter as a kennel … Read more

How To Make a Bean Bag

In today’s Sewing Basics post, I’m sharing how to make a bean bag! Bean bags are great for hand toss games, hacky sack, juggling, and more! This post is also part of the fifth annual Christmas in July Make Along and includes a coupon code for a free PDF download through 11:59pm Eastern on July … Read more

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