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Black Cat Softie Sewing Pattern

October 22, 2018 By Amy @ Positively Splendid

It is often said that black cats bring bad luck, but today I’m sharing some cute little kitties that are sure to scare up nothing but fun! These adorable black cat softies require just two small scraps of fabric and about a half hour or so to make, and they are perfect for using as…

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Fall Leaf Embroidery Hoop Art

September 19, 2018 By Amy @ Positively Splendid

Fall is certainly my very favorite time of year, and I am always on the lookout for easy DIY fall decor projects to add a touch of the season to my home. Today, I’m sharing a super easy fall decor craft project that requires just a few basic supplies and only a half hour or…

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10 Must-Know Sewing Tips

June 19, 2018 By Amy @ Positively Splendid

Essential Sewing Tips and Tricks

Make every sewing project a success by following these 10 essential sewing tips and tricks. Great information for beginners and pros alike! Regardless of whether you are new to sewing or are a seasoned sewing veteran, there are so many important things to keep in mind to make your sewing projects a success! I’ve compiled…

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Yo-Yo Embellished Straw Clutch

April 30, 2018 By Amy @ Positively Splendid

Fabric Yo Yo Straw Clutch

Learn how to embellish a straw clutch with easy DIY fabric yo-yo’s for this simple handmade accessory idea. This is a great way to use fabric scraps to create a unique clutch handbag to carry! I love to have a small clutch handbag to carry along on date nights with my husband or girls’ nights….

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25+ Best Gifts to Sew

April 10, 2018 By Amy @ Positively Splendid

25 Very Best Gifts to Sew

Sewing gifts is a joy with these great sewing project ideas. These 25 gifts to sew include ideas for everyone on your gift list! Sewing gifts is one of my favorite things to do when a special occasion like birthdays, holidays, and graduations come around. Sitting down at my machine to stitch something handmade is…

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55 Easy Sewing Projects for Beginners

April 4, 2018 By Amy @ Positively Splendid

55 Easy Sewing Projects for Beginners

These 55 easy sewing projects for beginners are a great way to practice your sewing skills while making something fun! This collection of free sewing patterns is perfect for beginners and experienced sewers alike! Let me picture it: you just got a new sewing machine, and you are wanting to try your hand at making…

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How to Sew Openings Closed by Hand with a Ladder Stitch

March 1, 2018 By Amy @ Positively Splendid

Ladder Stitch Tutorial (How to sew openings on pillows and other project closed by hand!)

A ladder stitch is the very best way to sew openings closed by hand! Learn how to hand sew a ladder stitch with this step-by-step photo guide. If you ever have wanted to make a pillow but have been intimidated by the hand stitching involved, today’s tutorial for how sew a ladder stitch (sometimes called…

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Filed Under: Hand Sewing, Sewing, Sewing Techniques, Tutorials Tagged With: Crafts, DIY, Hand Sewing, Hand Stitching, Pillows, Sewing, Stitching, Tutorials

Felt Carrot Garland Easter Craft

February 27, 2018 By Amy @ Positively Splendid

Felt Carrot Garland - Adorable and Easy Easter Craft Idea!

Learn how to make an adorable felt carrot garland Easter craft to use to as an Easter decoration at home, for a party and more! This step-by-step tutorial guides you every step of the way. To me, Easter crafts are the best possible way to kick off my spring crafting season. Today’s easy craft idea…

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How to Sew Mitered Corners (The Easy Way!)

February 22, 2018 By Amy @ Positively Splendid

How to Sew Mitered Corners (The Easy Way!)

Learn how to sew mitered corners with this easy method that produces polished, professional results every time! Use this step-by-step photo tutorial to guide you every step of the way. Sewing mitered corners used to intimidate me–until I learned a clever shortcut method for making the task a breeze! Today, I’m going to show you…

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Fabric Yo-Yo Tutorial with Free Printable Templates

February 21, 2018 By Amy @ Positively Splendid

How to Make an Easy Fabric Yo-Yo

This easy fabric yo-yo tutorial is a great way to use up fabric scraps. Templates to make three different fabric yo-yo sizes and full step-by-step instructions included! As you might imagine, I have accumulated quite a stash of fabric scraps over the years. Today I’m sharing one of my favorite ways to put those scraps…

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