Sew a Thanksgiving Table Runner with Fall Leaf Quilt Blocks

Here’s a Thanksgiving table runner that uses a simple but fun leaf block as its focal point. The finished size is 60 x 17 inches, so it works best on a 42 inch wide table, but can also be a table topper for any size table. I also share 2 alternate layouts for a more narrow table runner or a square table topper. Supplies: 2/3 Yard Large Print Fabric (E) 1/4 Yard Each of 3 Leaf Fabrics (A,B,C) 1/3 Yard Leaf Background Fabric (D) Backing Fabric (I use inexpensive solid off-white cotton fabric…

How to Sew Your Own Microwave Heating Pad

Here’s a simple tutorial for a rice-filled heating pad, with lots of tips to make it neat and easy. I’ve made many of these for our church bazaar, and they are great sellers every time! And great for gift giving, especially for the chilly holidays. A funny note – I finally made one for myself after all these years! I bet some of you can relate.  🙂 This size is perfect for wrapping around your neck and shoulders, and stays on while sitting or standing. Or for laying across your stomach or both feet. Supplies Needed: 2…

How to Cover Composition Books in 4 Easy Steps!

Here’s a simple Back to School craft to make for the kiddos, or for a pretty cover for your bullet journal – in 4 easy steps! This version avoids any sticky glue and complicated folding, and is super inexpensive. Supplies Needed: 1/3 yard Wonder Under (This is a paper backed fusible web found in the interfacing section of fabrics. I found it at Walmart for $1.66 per yard.) 1 Fat Quarter or 1/3 yard Fabric Composition Book Step 1: Cut the fabric and Wonder Under 17 x 11 inches. Step 2: Iron the Wonder Under to the…

Fringed Butterfly Pillow Pattern with Free Printable!

This is a fun little pillow to celebrate the hot days of summer, with a Malachite butterfly design printable, and a base of fringed duck canvas. Duck canvas fabric is a fun material to use because of it’s durability and a great base for colorful fabric pairings. And because of its linen roots, it’s also great for creating fringe. The weave is loose enough, that it’s fairly easy to pull the thread by hand and make an easy fun effect. For this Butterfly Pillow Pattern, I started with one of my photos from a trip to the…