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variety of cardboards

Can You Sew Through Cardboard?

Can You Sew Through Cardboard?

hem tape being ironed inside a folded fabric

Is Hem Tape Permanent?

Is Hem Tape Permanent?

zipper closeup

Can You Sew Over Zippers?

Can You Sew Over Zippers?

sewing machine being used on leather

Can a Regular Sewing Machine Sew Vinyl?

Can a Regular Sewing Machine Sew Vinyl?

scarps of red linen

15 Things You Can Sew with 2 Yards of Fabric

15 Things You Can Sew with 2 Yards of Fabric

violet velvet fabric

How to Quilt Velvet Fabric? (Guide and Expert Tips!)

How to Quilt Velvet Fabric? (Guide and Expert Tips!)

quilting items

Quilting vs. Knitting | Major Interesting Differences!

Quilting vs. Knitting | Major Interesting Differences!

assembling quilt sandwich with basting pins

Does Quilt Basting Spray Wash Out? (Find Out! Solved!)

Does Quilt Basting Spray Wash Out? (Find Out! Solved!)

grey used quilt blanket

Why Does My Quilt Smell? (Causes and Solutions!)

Why Does My Quilt Smell? (Causes and Solutions!)

quilt fabrics inside wooden square shelves

How Big Should Quilting Squares Be? (All Shapes and Sizes!)

How Big Should Quilting Squares Be? (All Shapes and Sizes!)

Ever since I was a little girl I loved hanging out with my Grandma. I loved watching her sew. Whether she was doing a simple repair or making a full quilt, watching the needle bounce up and down was mesmerizing. I regret never having her teach me to sew.
Now, as an adult, and a Grandma myself, I own a serger I don’t know how to use and a sewing machine with a broken bobbin winder. But I won’t be discouraged. I’m determined to learn how to sew so I can pass this skill on to my grandchildren.

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