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How to Make an Out-of-the-Ordinary T-Shirt Quilt: Part One

erika_kern, contributor | April 15th, 200925 comments

This quilt is a great way to reuse the T-shirts you have that are too full of memories to throw away but too full of holes (or too small!) to wear.

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How to Make a Pretty Pincushion with a Button Center

LindaPermann, contributor | March 18th, 200913 comments

Take a patchwork pincushion to the next level with stacked button embellishments and a crocheted border.

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Do You Need a Little Extra Creative Support?

MaryRay, contributor | March 2nd, 20091 comment

The Quilters of South Carolina have created an inspirational and uplifting exhibit for Breast Cancer Awareness.

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How to Turn a Photo of Your Pet into a Thread Painting

JenniferStern, contributor | February 28th, 20095 comments

Use a light box to trace the details of a photo of your pet, then let the fun begin. Drop the feed dogs on your sewing machine and play with different shades of thread as you fill in the picture with free-motion stitching—you'll be surprised how easy it is!

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The Latest Trend in Sewing Machines Is BIG!

MaryRay, contributor | February 26th, 20096 comments

Last week I attended the Bernina National Artisans’ Reunion in Chicago and had an opportunity to play on the new Bernina 830 sewing and embroidery machine and to learn about how Bernina is reaching out to the next generation of sewers.

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Try These Techniques for Perfectly Beautiful Seams

MaryRay, contributor | February 20th, 200921 comments

Seams are the backbone of any sewn project. But there’s more to it than keeping them straight.

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How to Sew a Patchwork Cat Mat

CalPatch, contributor | February 17th, 20092 comments

Your kitty will love this protective cover that's made just for her! Only you will know the real reason why you made it.

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How to Make a Catnip Pillow and Blanket

leethal, contributor | February 7th, 20098 comments

Make a heatable catnip-filled blanket and pillow from a recycled pillowcase, or whatever fabric you have left over, for your kitty to go crazy with!

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How to Piece a Puppy Pocket and Put It on a Purse

MaryRay, contributor | February 6th, 20091 comment

Piecing an intricate quilt block requires an orderly strategy so you won’t be pulling your hair out trying to set perfect points.

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Kaleidoscope Kreator: More CHA Innovation

Sister_Diane, contributor | February 1st, 20093 comments

I was bowled over by this crafty image-making software. Imagine, your own custom kaleidoscopes, printed onto fabric or paper!

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How to Make a Super-Simple Recycled Quilt

Sister_Diane, contributor | January 23rd, 200930 comments

One trip to the thrift store should yield all the supplies you need to make a warm quilt: two pretty sheets and a blanket. And the making couldn't be easier.

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Start with a Clean Slate in 2009! Resolve to Keep a List of Your "I Dids" Instead of "To Dos"

MaryRay, contributor | January 2nd, 200913 comments

Here’s a way to make your own slate–and a resolution that will help keep your crafting life in control.

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How to Assemble a Doll Quilt Kit for a Young Crafter in Training

MaryRay, contributor | December 26th, 20083 comments

School's out, the holidays are winding down—it's a great time to plan a sew-together with your child. Here are two doll quilt designs that you can assemble and present as kits. Use one to teach some basic machine skills and the other to learn sewing by hand.

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