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Sewing/Needlework Feature Writer: Christine Mann

Welcome to the world of Sewing and Needlework. Here you'll find hints and tips for quilting and patchwork, embroidery and cross stitch, sewing your own clothes, weaving and rugmaking, and more. We have useful resources to help you with your work, plus lots of free projects and sewing patterns.

We'll help you keep up with new needlework trends and fashions, and introduce you to creative ideas from all around the world.

Do feel free to Contact Me with comments or feedback on what you would like to see covered in the future.


Feature Writer Articles in Sewing/Needlework

Guide to Redwork Machine Embroidery
Redwork embroidery designs can be sewn much faster with a home embroidery machine than by hand. Learn how to make beautiful machine redwork embroidery.
Brief History of Redwork Embroidery
Redwork embroidery first became popular in the 1880s. It's popular again today for quilts and home decor accessories, and can now be stitched by machine and by hand.
Guide to Redwork Hand Embroidery
Redwork embroidery designs, known for their old-time charm, are easy enough for just about anyone to sew. Hand redwork's must-have element is red embroidery floss.
How to Make Fabric Wine Bottle Gift Bags
Use decorative or seasonal fabrics to make a beautiful, personalized package for any occasion when you're bringing wine: hostess gift, housewarming, birthday, holidays.
Needle Felted Cookie Cutter Valentine Heart
It's easy to make a beautiful valentine using a cookie cutter as a pattern. All you need is colored wool roving, a felting needle, and a heart-shaped cookie cutter.


Contributing Articles in Sewing/Needlework

Tips for Making Quilt Batting Crafts
Transform fluffy quilt batting into unique hand-made ornaments and unique fabric projects.
Sew Your Way Into a New Wardrobe
Get creative and revamp your unworn clothing into new pieces for just a fraction of the cost of a new wardrobe.
How to Recycle Old Clothing Without Sewing
The inability to sew doesn't mean you can't be creative and revamp old clothing into new items. Here are just a few ideas on what you can make.
Quilt Shops in Amish Country
For crafters looking for a wealth of quilt patterns and fabrics, Holmes County, Ohio, is the place to shop for quilting supplies.
The World's Quilt in a Day Guru Eleanor Burns
Eleanor Burns revolutionized quilting more than 30 years ago when she developed her Quilt in a Day system by making it possible to sew a quilt in a single day.
Creative Scarf Concepts
Create a beautiful scarf from patterns, scraps, and traditional designs from quilting, knitting, and other needle crafts.
Make a Robe for a Sweetheart
During the cold winter, a cuddly robe is a heartwarming and easy-to-sew gift. Here is an overview of the project.
Make a Circle Skirt from a Tablecloth
A pretty tablecloth makes the perfect skirt for spinning, dancing, or hanging out.
Sewing Slip Covers for Lamp Shades
Transform an old lamp shade with a slip cover. A gathered cover is easy to sew.
Sewing Bed Skirts
Dress up your bedroom with a bed skirt. These are easy sewing projects for beginners.
Sewing Jewelry and Fashion Accessories
Create fabric jewelry and fashion accessorie to match your outfits. These are simple and easy sewing projects.
Sewing Calendars
Make your own fabric calendars. These are fun sewing projects.
Snowmen and Snowflake Sewing Projects
Snowmen and snowflakes are whimsical motifs for winter sewing projects. These can be used for all sorts of items in the home.
Some Wool Fabrics
Choose specialty wool fabrics for warm winter clothing and home decor. Many unusual types are available.
Valentine's Day Sewing Projects
Sew all sorts of items for Valentine's Day. Project ideas include Valentine's Day cards, gifts, and decorations.

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