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

7 Tips for Sewing with Waterproof Fabric

In today’s Sewing Basics post, I’m sharing seven tips for sewing with waterproof fabric. Waterproof fabric has a coating that makes it perfect for tablecloths, lunch totes, pet carrier liners, and more. This post contains affiliate links. I may receive compensation (at no added cost to you) if you make a purchase using these links. … 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

How To Use an Embroidery Machine for Beginners

In today’s Sewing Basics post, I’m sharing how to use an embroidery machine for beginners with a walk-through of setting up the Baby Lock Bloom for embroidery and including a video. I’ll also answer common questions from embroidery machine newbies so your first project will be a success! This post contains affiliate links. I may … Read more

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