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Unique DIY Stitching Ideas

February 1, 2016 | Leave a Comment

Once you check out these unique DIY stitching ideas, you’ll be looking to take your thread so all the things. Stitching projects are a great way to pass the long winter months where you’re stuck inside. Whether your passion is embroidery, needlepoint, or cross stitching, these DIY stitching ideas are sure to keep you entertained. One can only have so many wall hangings which is why I love the recent trend toward uniquely stitched items.

Needlepoint Purse

Embroidered Rocking Chair

Embroidered Tennis Rackets

Cross Stitch Sweater

Embroidered Socks

Embroidered Moths

Embroidered Necklaces

Embroidered Collar

Which project is your favorite? What unique item would you take your stitching to?

Handmade Gift Wrapping Ideas

December 18, 2015 | Leave a Comment

With the holidays coming fast and furious, I hope that many of you have checked off those on your list. I believe that the gifting experience starts at first glance. That means, the wrapping counts.

Here are a few of my favorite gift wrapping ideas.

Use printable paper to make a statement with your gift.
Create a theme under your tree with fabric and twine.
Use leftover pieces of fleece to create this bow with your rotary cutter.
Reclaim a sweater for a cozy gift of comfort.
Keep little ones in line with these “Don’t Open Until” bags.
Give a hint of whats inside with vintage pattern ribbon.
Have a small item to wrap – consider a small drawstring bag.
Don’t forget to add a special tag to your gift.

Make sure your handmade gift looks amazing from the get go with these easy gift wrapping ideas.

5+ Modern Christmas Tree Skirts

December 1, 2015 | 2 Comments

Let’s face it, the Christmas tree can look bare and (ahem) naked until those presents are piled underneath. Why not add a tree skirt? When adding a Christmas tree skirt under the tree, think outside the box. Your tree skirt doesn’t need to stick to the traditional red and green colorway. Sewing modern Christmas tree skirts will guarantee that, your tree will be the talk of the town!

Check out these ideas for modern Christmas Tree skirt tutorials:

Little Houses Tree Skirt

Christmas Cheer Tree Skirt

Felt Fringe Tree Skirt

Granny’s Christmas Tree

Felt Poinsettia Tree Skirt

Buddy The Elf Tree Skirt

Pom Pom Tree Skirt

Ruffled Tree Skirt

T-shirt Gifts For The Sewing Enthusiast

November 10, 2015 | 1 Comment

It can be difficult to find the perfect gift for your sewing friends. You may not share the same taste in fabric or you’re not sure what sewing tools they already own. If you’re looking for the perfect gift for your sewing friends, a sewing themed t-shirt may be the perfect idea. Check out this awesome list of 15+ sewing themed t-shirts that are sure to please the sewing enthusiast on your Christmas gift list. Or better yet, casually send it to someone who might be looking for the perfect gift to give you!

15+ Sewing Themed T-Shirts

25 Adorable Stockings to Make

November 6, 2015 | Leave a Comment

This is the perfect time to start sewing Christmas stockings! You could get them all made up in time to hang on the mantel right after Thanksgiving. Or put them up now! I’m an equal opportunity decorator. 🙂

This is such a fun list and there’s something for almost every style!

You can find the links to all the tutorials over at Flamingo Toes!

25 super cool things to sew for kids

November 2, 2015 | Leave a Comment

Handmade gifts are as fun to give as they are to receive. Here are 25 super cool things to sew for your kids, including a pillow chair, a sleeping bag, dolls, stuffed animal clothes, hooded towels, dinosaur tails, a car wash table cover, and more. Time to start sewing some Christmas gifts!

Find links to all the sewing tutorials on It’s Always Autumn.

Cute & Cozy Pillows to Sew for Fall

October 6, 2015 | 1 Comment

I love making simple changes to my decor for the seasons – and making up cute pillows is one of the easiest ways to do it! You can keep your storage to a minimum too if you make up pillow covers – then you can just easily change them out for holidays.

I’ve gathered up some cute Fall and Halloween pillow ideas for inspiration – I think I will start with the flannel and sweater pillows!

Flannel Halloween Face Pillows

Pottery Barn Inspired Pillow

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Vintage Pumpkin Pillow

Candy Corn Color Block Pillows

Repurposed Sweater Pillows

Fall Leaf Pillow

Home Sweet Home Pillow

Repurposed Flannel Kilt Pillow

Fall Leaf Embroidered Pillow

Which pillows will you try first?

Easy Superhero Costumes

October 1, 2015 | Leave a Comment

Superhero Halloween costumes don’t have to be difficult and time-consuming. Sew easy and realistic superhero costumes for your little one in less than an hour. If you play your cards right, it can even be used throughout the year in the dress-up box or as pajamas! And the smile that goes along with it will be priceless.

Click on over to see 20+ Easy DIY Superhero Costumes that are great for both boys and girls!

Sewing Patterns For Tweens

September 1, 2015 | Leave a Comment

Whether you’re sewing for a boy or girl, finding sewing patterns that extend into the later elementary-early tween years can be difficult. Difficult but not impossible. If you’re looking for sewing patterns for tweens, here are a few places to get your started.

15+ Tween Boy Sewing Patterns

Sew Cool For the Tween Scene

Tween PDF Pattern Master List

Gifts To Sew For Tweens

6 Fantastic Kitchen Sewing Projects!

August 28, 2015 | 6 Comments

Ready to make your kitchen your own? Choosing your favorite fabric is a great way to personalize and add color to your space. We’ve rounded up free tutorials and patterns to help spice up your dining and food prep experience! Ready? Let’s get sewing!

Before you can make dinner, you need food! Here’s a great shopping tote tutorial!

If you forget your tote and end up with plastic bags to store, you’ll want a grocery bag holder to keep the chaos under control.

To dress your table, sew up your own placemats! You won’t believe how fast and easy they are to make!

And at each place setting you’ll need cloth napkins. With this tutorial you’ll be amazed at your perfectly mitered corners!

When things get hot you’ll want a pot holder, for sure —

And at the end of the day you’ll want cute dish towels to help clean up!

Have a project that would add to this collection? Add your link in the comments, we’d love to see!