Sewing Stories From Around The Web - March, 2020
by MadamSew
So what’s new in the sewing community? Here’s a monthly round-up of some news of what’s happening in the vibrant sewing community across the globe!
What's new in March
by MadamSew Sewing Club!
Our MadamSew Facebook Group is a vibrant community of sewists and quilters from around the world - sharing their everyday lives, their projects, and their tips and tricks!
The Quarantine Quilter - Up Close and Personal
by Richard
You can’t turn on the TV or turn up the radio without hearing the latest about the global COVID-19 Pandemic, confining people to their homes worldwide. Or, in the case of Belinda Dill, a ship.
Variable Star Block
by Carole Carter
The Variable Star Block is a fun quilt block that has multiple ways of piecing the center. You can use it to highlight a fussy cut center, use jelly roll strips to make 9-patch centers, or make a number of different centers. We'll start with the basic block, then give you ideas for how to use your jelly roll strips to speed up construction. This is an ideal block to use up your scraps and leftovers from other projects.
Make a Travel Pouch in 20 Minutes
by An Kesenne
This week I have a really easy, fast, and scrap-busting little project for you! I like to dive into my fabric stash to try to find the perfect match for a project like this.
A DIY Face Mask: Sew a Face Mask for Yourself, Your Loved Ones and/or Your Community
by An Kesenne
I never thought I would be making these and actually wearing them. Well, I am now. I had to go to the hospital with my son for a post operative check-up the other day. I have had a cough for the past couple of days and in these weird times you can’t get a cough, can you? Nobody wants a cough now, right?
Make a Floor Pillow
by An Kesenne
I like sitting on the floor and my children do too, so this week's project is a floor pillow! They can be very expensive in stores. However, the most expensive item if you’re making it yourself is the filling. If you have a fabric stash and some cord, the rest will cost you close to nothing. Just reserve one afternoon of sewing me-time!
Sewing stories from the web
by MadamSew
So what’s new in the sewing community? Here’s a monthly round-up of some news of what’s happening in the vibrant sewing community across the globe!
What's new in February
by MadamSew
Our MadamSew Facebook Group is a vibrant community of sewists and quilters from around the world - sharing their everyday lives, their projects, and their tips and tricks!
Choosing Threads for Quilting
by Carole Carter
Ever feel overwhelmed as to the type of thread to use when you are doing piecework or quilting? There certainly is a lot to know, and whole books have been written on this subject. Some thread manufacturers have entire websites devoted to facts about threads. Today, let’s go through just the basics (and bust a myth) so you can have a better idea of what to use and when.
Make your own T-shirt Pattern
by An Kesenne
Some people don’t like making T-shirts, because it’s a basic garment and it’s easy to find in stores and not expensive at all. But there are T-shirts that just fit you better than others and finding the one that fits you like your favourite tee is not always easy. So, here’s a way of making a second or third or fourth favourite t-shirt or top. As many as you want because I will show you how to make a pattern, based on your favourite T-shirt!
Quick Bias Tape Cutting
by Ana Sancho Rumeu
A while back I showed you my favorite way to make bias tape using the continuous method. But I have learned a new method that competes with that one, so I’m going to teach you a super fast way to cut miles of bias tape in seconds (seriously)
12 Tips for Sewing with Vinyl
by An Kesenne
Vinyl fabric has some quirks and it takes a bit of getting used to when sewing with it. Because it has a sticky surface, it can get caught– causing tangled stitches and mangled seams. If you are unfamiliar with this material, the tips in this article can save you some frustration. I’ll share with you how I sew with this fabric, and I will put some tips and tools to the test in my video.
Quilted Table Runner
by Cecilia Huffaker
Table runners are a fun way to dress up a table or a even the top of a bookcase. You can make them as extravagant or as simple as you want. Follow along to learn how to make a simple, classy runner!
Make a Sewing Machine Cover
by Ana Sancho Rumeu
Basically we are going to make a un upside-down bag with box corners and an opening for the sewing machine handle. Easy as pie!
Best of 2019: Our most loved sewing tutorials
by An Kesenne
Hey everyone! With this year coming to an end, we thought of doing a recap of our most popular projects!
How to Make and Use Piping
by Carole Carter
Would you like to add elegance and a finishing touch to your sewing and home dec projects? Adding piping is an easy way to pump up your sewing skills using the zipper foot from your Madam Sew Ultimate Presser Foot Set.
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