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Feed Bags: The Eco-friendly, Reusable Bulk Food or Snack Bags

Go green when shopping with these strong, reusable feed bags.

Lost Your Embroidery Foot? The Free-Motion Quilting Foot Works Great for Embroidery, Too

Here's a great back-up option to keep the embroidery going if you can't find your embroidery foot.

Remarkable & Memorable Secret Postcard Pocket Purse

Over the years, my secret postcard purse has been the most popular of my designs. It features a transparent panel that allows you to change the look by inserting photos, postcards, you name it.

How to Keep Your Embroidery Machine in Tip-Top Shape

Here are a few things you can do to keep your embroidery machine from unnecessary visits to the repair shop!

How To: English Paper Piecing Project

When you want to sew small, many-sided patches together, this traditional piecing method ensures perfect results. It’s done by hand, so ditch your sewing machine and be prepared to become addicted!

Save That Sweater!

Even if your favorite sweater is full of holes or all stretched out, you can give it a new life with embellishments or simple sewing. Try some of these techniques just in time for Fall!

How To Sew a Classic T-Shirt Neckband

You can use this simple finish on all of your knit tops. It's easier than you think and quick, too.

Meet Cal

Hello! I am very excited to be a new sewing contributor to CraftStylish!

How to Make a Cheater's Hong Kong Finish

This is a great technique for giving your garments a professional finish without lining...and in a jiffy!

Thrift store sweater becomes a cell phone cozy

I made these cell phone cozies from thrift store sweaters that I felled.  The appliques are made from new acrylic felt (mostly scraps!) and stitched with new, but...

Another Way to Create a Great Narrow Hem

Achieving a neat narrow hem is easier than you think -- even if your machine is a relic.

Hip Hoodie Free Download

If you're looking for a way to prepare for the cold weather season check out this cool project!

A Visit to Cloth Fiber Workshop in Asheville, NC

Asheville is always a great place to visit, but if you’re into crafts it abounds with inspiration, resources, and like-minded souls.

How to Make Pinwheels for a Quilt or to Embellish a Garment

Triangles are pretty standard in the world of quilts. Manipulate them to form lots of patterns. One of my favorite ways is the pinwheel.

Crafty Shopping in NYC

A day of crafty shopping in the Big Apple.

How to Make a Super-Simple Roll-Up for Organizing Your Crochet Hooks

Keep your crochet hooks corralled with a pretty hook case. This version starts with a store-bought place mat to make it quick and easy, perfect for beginning sewers.

Guilt-Free Crafting

Feeling guilty about the environmental impact of your crafting? Or is someone in your life encouraging you to reduce your craft-supply bill? Try these ideas for reducing your "guilt footprint."

How to Create a Rolled Hem

Nearly every area of sewing requires you to know how to create a rolled hem at some point. Here are some tricks to help you consistently sew the best rolled hem on your project.

How to Make a Recycled Necktie Scarf

There's silk in those old neckties! Take them apart and make this gorgeous, light-as-a-feather patchwork scarf.

Pamper Your Hands with Gloves in a Bottle

Embroiderers, sewers, knitters, and paper crafters rejoice: There is help for irritated, itchy hands! No matter what your craft is, Gloves in a Bottle provides a barrier between your skin and what’s irritating you.

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