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Heart and Ruffle Apron
A heart-shaped bib, pretty ruffles rimming the edges, darts and pleats, all in a yummy combo of color and motif. This is one fun, flirty apron. And we make no apologies for its all-out “girly-girlness." Shown in two fabric combos ...
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Fitted Sewing Machine Cover
A full-coverage protective cover that is one of our most popular sewing room solutions thanks to striking decorative stitching and button embellishment. We show you how to measure your machine to adjust the fit ...
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Straight Line Quilting Tips + Techniques
We love the quilting art of superstar, Heather Jones. A while back, she was kind enough to give us her favorite tips on straight line quilting. It provides a clean, modern feeling to a design, and is especially cool when densely stitched ...
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Mini Charm Square Patchwork Placemats
Can't get enough of the itty-bitty adorableness of Mini Charm Squares. At just 2½", they are bite-size pieces that can be sewn together into colorful combinations. We used them to create double borders on a set of placemats ...
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Zippered Wide Base Wristlet Pouch
Darts in the bottom give this pouch a roomy base, and the zippered top opens wide so you can easily load up everything you need. Use it by itself or drop into your favorite handbag or tote. Download the custom monogram alphabet ...
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How To Fussy Cut Fabric Motifs & More
A true Sewing Survival Skill! The word fussy sounds negative. But in the world of sewing, a fussy cut is a beautiful thing. It means cutting in a way that precisely captures a specific section of fabric for a specific purpose ...
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Jewel Tone Zippered Pouch Trio
A top zipper with end tabs is one of the easiest zipper installations you can do. This small, medium and large set of posh little pouches combines a luscious, jewel tone satin with a sturdy canvas. Cuts provided for all 3 sizes ...
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Scandinavian Style Apron
Like whipped cream on a plain piece of pie, decorative stitches can turn an ordinary project into something special. We started with a basic bib and skirt design in natural colors of cotton duck, then added multiple rows of stitching ...
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Tasseled Chiffon Scarf
Which accessory gives you the most fashion muscle per square inch? A big, gorgeous scarf! This long lovely combines a striking fabric with rows of colorful tassels. Best news: scarves are super easy to make as are custom tassels ...
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Basic Heirloom Stitching Using Your Sewing Machine
Learn the machine stitches and techniques that best mimic the delicate handwork associated with heirloom sewing. We focus on the options that are the easiest to incorporate into garment or home décor projects ...
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Embroidered Teardrop Tote
Generous in size and style thanks to a perfect combination of bold fabric and striking embroidery. Use our free embroidery design download or the printable template for hand embroidery or decorative stitching ...
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How to Make Covered Buttons
Covered buttons are cool! They add the special touch that says, "Stand back... I'm a home décor professional." Making them with a kit is easy and inexpensive. We like working with the Dritz kits – available in lots of sizes ...
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Machine Cross Stitch Placemats + Napkins
Download free embroidery designs to add delicate autumn leaves to table linens (and more). Learn two hemming techniques: narrow double-fold hem with diagonal point corners plus a wider hem with full mitered corners ...
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Metallic Leather Tall Tote
Tall, thin and elegant, this bag could be a runway model. Or maybe at least be carried by one of those long-legged beauties. Soft faux leather is the perfect background for the beautiful jacquard ribbons from Renaissance Ribbons ...
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Decorator Pillows with English Paper Piecing Accents
English paper piecing is handwork not machine stitching. Most people associate it with beautifully intricate quilt tops, but the precise, perfectly shaped pieces were just as wonderful for our pair of graphic pillows ...
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Oliso Mini Project Iron: New Colors
A lumpy, bumpy seam screams “amateur” louder than just about anything else. Pressing carefully throughout a project’s construction makes everything better. We love using the Oliso Minis … now available in FOUR cool colors ...
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Appliquéd Owls Playful Placemat Set
As they tumble through the trees, our playful owls make mealtime fun for kids... or kids at heart! We provide complete templates for all four owl designs along with detailed step-by-step instructions for how to layer and stitch ...
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The Boho Bandana Bag
This fast and easy project is excellent for young kids or anyone just learning to sew. Classic bandanas on the outside, denim on the inside, and bound all around with layered webbing handles. Add a mini pom tassel for extra fun ...
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Double Flange Bolster Pillow
A bolster is a long, narrow pillow, often used to support the back or neck. Our black & white version finishes at over 30" with a flange at each end. It makes a dramatic statement across a bed or against the back of a couch ...
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Forest Friends Embroidered Kitchen Towel Set
Fox, squirrel, and hedgehog machine embroidery designs are ready to apply to our towel pattern, other kitchen linens, the front of a tote bag, even a cozy sweatshirt or a child’s overall bib. Exclusively in our Etsy shop ...
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Sew4Home is dedicated to stylish home sewing – from bags to blankets, pillows to linens, aprons, gifts, accessories, and more. The photo above features a couple of our important furry friends who like to help out in the studio, especially when the testing of soft blankets and pillows is needed. Read on to find out more about the entire team and the philosophy behind our inspiring sewing tutorials – each designed to result in items you’ll be proud to keep, display, and use; give as gifts; or even sell. Our custom S4H patterns appeal to all levels of sewers with easy to understand instructions and gorgeous photography.
