Hand embroidery isn’t just for Jane Austen movies anymore. The art of tracing out designs with hand stitches has been making a comeback among those who grew up…
The job of the presser foot on your sewing machine is to hold the fabric against the feed dogs and guide it in a straight line as you…
The shirred sundress is a wardrobe standard for summer. But Sew4Home is never one to settle for ‘standard’! We spun the traditional one-seam-up-the-side design, taking it from ordinary…
What are gypsies often known for? Traveling. And what do you need for traveling? A beautiful bag. Our soft and slouchy boho bag blends five different fabric designs…
The turn or twist lock closure is one of those finishing touches that looks so professional, it fools you into thinking it must be crazy hard to install.…
Here at Sew4Home, we’ve always said a good quality sewing machine is your most important creative tool. No matter what level you’re at, you should always buy the…
If you need to instantly perk-up your Outdoor Living space, nothing is faster or easier than a set of pretty pillows. The focal pillow in our patio trio…
One of the highlights of getting ready for Waverly Week here on Sew4Home was getting the chance to talk with some of the Waverly team about how they…
All ribbons, all the time! This beautiful wallet project shows you how to layer ribbons side-by-side to create your own “fabric.” Our R&R series (Re-imagine & Renovate) is…
This project is based on the Nurture Nest pillow insert by Fairfield. This specialized U-shaped insert comes with a pattern and simple instructions printed right on the packaging.…
The rustic theme is one of the hottest trends right now in the DIY wedding category, for both wedding attire as well as the ceremony and reception decorations.…
Things to do today: 1) Make cool grocery list/coupon holder from Sew4Home; 2) With increased level of organization from said cool grocery list/coupon holder, complete chores in record…
Want to make a real fashion statement? It’s hard to pack more drama into a small space than with a fascinator. If you haven’t been keeping up with…
A relaxed style, subtle embroidered detailing, and rich ruffling add up to equal today’s Must-Have Bohemian Bag. Mix and match four different quilting cottons to create vintage-inspired boho…
“I have always been inspired by what people can make using their own two hands, simple materials, and of course, a creative spirit.” This quote from Amy Barickman…
Yesterday we introduced you to the latest book from creative dynamo, Amy Barickman and Indygo Junction. Stitched Style includes 20 projects and 65 hand embroidery designs to trace…
These clever hot pads are the best of both worlds: a 7″ x 9″ insulated rectangle for grab-and-go convenience with a back slip-in pocket for the added agility…
February is National Grapefruit Month as well as National Wild Bird Feeding Month. Both worthy celebrations, but we’re most interested in it also being National Embroidery Month! To…
We love Moda Toweling! How could you not love something that comes to you pre-hemmed into a handy 16″ width – perfect for towels, curtains, pillows and more?!…
Border prints are exactly what they sound like they’d be: a wide motif band running the entire length of the top and/or the bottom of a fabric’s design.…
During a recent clean-up, my sister came across a hand-embroidered shoulder dust cover our grandmother had made for our mother. I think that officially qualifies as ‘vintage’! We…
The fabric basket. I think we could post a tutorial for one of these every day and people would still clamor for more. They can be used in…
Minky… it rhymes with pinky and is the softer, thicker cousin of fleece. When it first appeared on the market, Minky was the go-to option for the cushiest,…
This is exactly the project you’ve been waiting for: the Zero Calorie box of Valentine’s chocolate! Our plump little heart pillows have a pleated chiffon sash across the…
After the whirlwind of Christmas decorating, it can be hard to muster enthusiasm for Valentine’s Day. But a pretty little pillow is a fast and easy way to…
Let’s admit it… a big part of the holidays revolve around food. There are wonderful family dinners, neighborhood cookie exchanges, and potluck parties at the office. You name…
Faux fur is everywhere this season in wearables and accessories. The other top seasonal trend we picked up on, as we browsed the shelves of both virtual and…
This year, I’m sure some stores starting putting out holiday decorations at exactly the same time as the fun size Halloween Snickers® bars. Every year it creeps a…
For years, I simply stuffed my recycled plastic bags in an old, cracked plastic bucket under my sink. Very stylish! It was a mess, and nearly always overflowing.…
THIS GREAT GIVEAWAY CLOSED 11/18/13. THANKS TO EVERYONE WHO PARTICIPATED.If you are a regular Sew4Home follower, you know one of our favorite magazines is Where Women Create. In…
It’s always fun to buzz around on our Pinterest boards to discover which projects are trending as most-popular-repins. These three tiny toss pillows are today’s winners. Like cherries…
The traditional Thanksgiving table usually features a tablecloth, but we think placemats are a fresh take on tabletop convention. Our set of four mix-and-match placemats blends eight gorgeous…
Here’s a little secret about a duvet. People who don’t sew are really impressed when you tell them you’ve just finished making duvet for your comforter (immediately after…
Wild Child! That’s the name of the folk art inspired collection on which these exuberant Jane Sassaman ribbons are based. This is Jane’s first collection with Renaissance Ribbons…
We’re still lucky enough to be playing with the brand new Janome Horizon Memory Craft 15000, which has been a welcome guest in our studios over the past…
Sometimes, the right ribbon can drive the feeling of an entire project. Today’s Studs & Links ribbons from Renaissance Ribbons have an incredible three dimensional appeal and a…
Have more Xtra EZ fun with our happy pom pom pillow. This Learn To Sew series is targeted at those of you just getting into the joy of…
According to the U.S. Department of Energy, drafty doors and windows account for 11 percent of the heat loss in an average home. Wow! This door draft buster…
There’s one terror we hear about over and over at Sew4Home: the zipper. This handy little closure has the power to strike fear into even seasoned sewers. But…
Janome America is one of the Signature Sponsors of Sew4Home. They’ve been with us since the beginning and provide all our studio machines. We are definitely Janome-aholics, and…