We are living in unprecedented times and it’s understandable that we all want to contribute something by making scrubs for our busy healthcare workers during the coronavirus lockdown. If you’re a sewer, then there are various things you can make…
11 easy creative craft ideas to take your mind off coronavirus
Here are 11 easy and creative craft ideas to take your mind off coronavirus: This post may contain affiliate links 1. Make a simple quilt This simple quilt tutorial is one of the most popular articles I’ve ever written and…
5 ways that learning to sew can make your life more sustainable
There are so many good things to say about sewing, it is good for your mental health, a fantastic skill to have – it’s also a great tool to live more sustainably. When I started learning to sew, I didn’t…
All the essentials you need to start sewing or dressmaking
I learned how to sew by going to classes held in cafes and community centres. I was taken to my first class by a friend from work and that’s when I started to catch the bug. It’s very easy to…
How to make a really simple quilt
This simple quilt is really easy to make for a beginner sewer, or anyone looking for a quick sewing project. I want to share this very basic small quilt that I made as an easy sewing project. If you thought…
How to sew a toilet roll holder
This easy-sew project makes a nice bathroom accessory or gift for a house proud friend! It can also be finished in under an hour! You will need: Fabric for the lining Fabric for the outside Thin wadding Fabric ties Scissors…
How to sew a quilted coaster
This is a great quick sew, using a cool fabric like this batik print will make your coasters look really modern. There are also quilting variations that you can use which I will discuss later. For this quick sew you…