Monday, January 30, 2017

How to Sew Valentines: 33 Valentine Sewing Project Ideas



I had some fun sewing valentine projects this weekend. I shared what I made, as well as thirty other sweet project ideas that I collected from all over the web on my newest post at Sewing Machines Plus. There are links to several cute quilts, other patchwork projects, a darling softie toy, kitchen gifts, and many more. I think you will find inspiration and ideas to suit everyone you love. Please click over there to read it now. I challenge you all to show your love by sewing all your valentine gifts this year. Thanks for reading!

Saturday, January 28, 2017

What Are The Rules For Sewing Room Organizing?





I spent many years battling the problem of sewing room organization. After much effort, I have recently discovered that this isn't a problem for me anymore. I have finally learned how to keep my sewing room neat and well organized. How? By keeping in mind and following just a few simple rules. To keep better order in your room, please read my post, Sewing Room Organizing: The Rules on the Sewing Machines Plus blog.

Wednesday, December 21, 2016

Last Minute Gifts to Sew



My latest post at Sewing Machines Plus is a list of quick sewing projects that are perfect for last minute gifts. There are quite a few easy, quick, no-stress gift ideas that are fun to make. Good Luck with all your projects, and Happy Holidays!

Monday, December 5, 2016

Sewing Machine Needles 101


Have you broken machine needles while sewing? Or have you had thread break or ravel? All this and more can happen when you use the wrong needle for your project. The good news is that it is easy to know which is the right needle to use when you understand the types and sizes of needles available.

If you could use a little education on the differences between different sewing machine needles, head over to Sewing Machines Plus to read my article, Sewing Machine Needles 101. I hope it will help you. 

Sunday, November 13, 2016

Gifts To Sew for Everyone on Your List


Are you starting to think about your holiday list yet? Do you plan to sew gifts this year? If you plan to, it's time to get started. I published a list of ideas for gifts to sew for everyone at Sewing Machines Plus. It includes some of my favorite gifts to sew for babies and kids, ladies, and men.

Click on over and read the list now at SMP: Sew Gifts for Everyone on Your List. I hope you find just the right ideas to add to your holiday sewing project list. I appreciate you reading my work and I hope you have a fabulous week.