Face Mask Pattern – 5 Different Ways

March 25, 2020 Leave a Comment

How to make a face mask

There’s a lot of info coming at us recently, between the news, social media, school emails (sooo many school emails), and in the sewing world, a big topic has been about how to make a face mask due to the shortages many areas are currently experiencing. I originally signed up to help with the 100 Million Masks project, but amazingly a local company stepped up to take them all on in our area. I want to help how I can (but also only if it’s actually needed, which I’ll share more about below), but have also felt a bit frozen with the decisions of what face mask pattern I should even be using.

With the thought that maybe I wasn’t alone in needing some direction, I decided to choose 5 different face mask patterns to make, each unique from the others, so I could share my thoughts and help you if you find yourself also learning how to make a face mask. [Read more…]

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10 Cricut Maker Project Ideas

February 18, 2020 Leave a Comment

This is a sponsored conversation written by me on behalf of Cricut. The opinions and text are all mine.

Cricut Maker Tutorials

It’s no secret that the Cricut Maker is one of my favorite and most used tools, and one of the big reasons why I love it so much is that it’s so versatile. I love using my Maker in every sewing project I can, but I’ve also used it in many projects that don’t involve sewing at all, and love to use it with a variety of materials. In addition to fabric, I’ve used it on leather, Iron-on, Infusible Ink, and even wood! To help get your own creative Maker juices flowing, today I’m partnering with Cricut to share 10 Cricut Maker project ideas – you’ll see just how versatile the machine really is! [Read more…]

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Lip Balm Holder Keychain Tutorial + Free Pattern

February 11, 2020 10 Comments

What is it about lip balm that makes them so hard to keep track of? I seem to never be able to find it just when I need it, and having little ones around who like to share definitely doesn’t help ;). Hopefully today’s project will change that! I’m sharing a keychain chapstick holder tutorial (and free pattern!) that you can hook to your purse, diaper bag, or use as your vehicle keychain to keep it always handy! [Read more…]

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DIY Bow Scrunchies – Mini Style!

February 7, 2020 2 Comments

How to make a scrunchie

Have you jumped on the scrunchie train yet? It’s one 90s trend that I’m so glad to see back. Many of you have used our DIY scrunchie free pattern to learn how to make a scrunchie, and today I’m back with another fun spin on the classic scrunchie. I’m sharing this Mini DIY Bow Scrunchie Tutorial, along with a free pattern and video tutorial! [Read more…]

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10 DIY Projects to Make or Sew for Working Out

January 4, 2020 Leave a Comment

10 Projects to Sew or Make for Working Out

I love a good fresh start, and for many of us, the New Year means re-evaluating our lives in several areas. One of these areas for me is fitness related, and although I’ve always enjoyed working out and have managed to do so pretty consistently, I love to look back at what I’ve done the last year and think ahead to what I’d like to do differently in the coming year when it comes to fitness and working out. To help motivate us all, today I’m sharing 10 projects to make or sew for working out! [Read more…]

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