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If there is one overriding peril of being a "dog-person," it is the extensive damage that needle-sharp puppy teeth can do to furniture. Indeed, one particularly energetic puppy named Chipper managed to chew through 4 chairs, 4 table legs, and the corner of a console in a very short period of...
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We found our sewing for the home eBook to be so popular that we have updated it, offering some old favorites, along with some new patterns that are sure to get you even more inspired to sew accessories for your home. Make your own fruity, fresh fabric coasters with the pattern in this free fabric home...
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A note from Amber: Stitch Technical Editor Mary Walter has a long history with making quilts , including running a quilt shop, teaching classes and judging contests. Here, she shares one of her own projects that includes dimensional quilt techniques. As an art quilter, I have experimented with and enjoyed...
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I was looking through the Sew Daily archives recently in search of some favorite sewing techniques , and saw that a post from early January 2012 was one of the most viewed to date. It's such a time-saving tip for bias strips that I had to share it again: Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 and 5 A brilliant method...
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What's not to love about a slipcover? I am always on the lookout for a smart tip or way to freshen up my furniture, and the new Stitch Workshop video on home decor items doesn't disappoint. Learn secret tips for making the Patchwork Cube Slipcover. Stitch contributor Kevin Kosbab is the featured...
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I am a huge fan of slipcovers, mostly because I own two massive golden retrievers who think they are lap dogs. Not only can you wash slipcovers--you can also change the look of a room in just a few minutes. As a result, I have become pretty good friends with John the Slipcover Guy. John has been making...
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Just in time for the holidays! Celebrate the season with the creative possibilities of fabric and thread. Here we have tons of beautiful ideas, inspiring patterns, expert tips and unique techniques from the experts at Sew Daily and Quilting Daily— plus they're all free! Home Décor Give...
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Nov 9, 2011
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Douppioni Silk Table Runner India Cotton Duvet Cover + Pillow Shams Denim Throw Chrysanthemum Pillow Cute-As-A-Button Pillow Give your Home a Makeover with 5 Free Home Décor Sewing Patterns Sometimes you want to give a room in your home a design makeover, but you are not prepared to spend a lot...
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Jun 16, 2011
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Filed under: Sewing Techniques, Sewing Fabric, Sewing for Beginners, Sewing for the home, Sewing Pattern, Embellishment, Free Sewing Pattern, Sewing Pillows, Table Runner Patterns, Sewing
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This month's Q&A is with Ayumi Takahashi, frequent Stitch designer and owner of the blog Pink Penguin. Ayumi combines a zakka-inspired aesthetic with fun, quirky projects that keep us on our toes. From sewing bags to coasters to plastic bag dispensers, we always love to see what she comes up...
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Here in Colorado, spring has been late in coming, but it's not stopping us from thinking about spring and summer sewing. Although the Stitch editors are looking ahead to fall, we're all yearning to sew sundresses, summer tops and skirts, and fabric home decor projects for casual summer living...