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How To Restore An Old Treadle Sewing Machine
As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Today, I’m going to get this beautiful antique treadle sewing machine in working order. In this post, you will see: I also filmed this entire restoration process and have a Youtube video on it! Stuff I used: Standard Sewing Machine The Standard sewing machine company was started in…
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Easy Natural Dyeing Techniques for Fabric
A Quick guide on how to Safely and Easily dye fabric using a few kitchen staples As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Recently, I’ve been experimenting with using some natural ingredients around my kitchen to dye fabric. It has been SO much fun. Here’s my experience and what I’ve learned so far,…
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The Crafty Life Planner
A versatile planner for crafters of all kinds! Looking for a way to organize your crafty life? This planner has 18 pages total (16 planner pages, 1 cover page, 1 introduction page). Print it below! This planner includes: You can view sample images of the planner below: To print your pattern, get it below! Here…
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Different Types of Scissors for SEWING: All you need to know
Let’s talk about the different types of scissors used in sewing, and go into some detail on each one! Using the right tools will make your sewing project go much more smoothly! There’s a cutting tool for every project! Having the right tool for each sewing project will make your life much easier! Below, we…
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Sewing vs Knitting and Crocheting: Which should you choose?
Here’s a series of questions to help decide which is for YOU! Trying to choose a new hobby to learn? I’ve been sewing and crocheting for most of my life, and have been knitting for quite a few years now. Let’s dive into the main differences between these common crafty hobbies! This post will guide…
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Best Iron for Sewing and Quilting Steam Iron Review
Looking for an iron for sewing and quilting that doesn’t break the bank? Here’s my experience with the iron I’ve owned for a decade!
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How to sew a baste stitch: basting in sewing
Everything the home sewist needs to know about what a baste stitch is, how to make one, and how to use one! Today we’re going to talk about how to sew a basting stitch! We’ll walk through how to achieve this on a sewing machine, and we’ll talk about hand basting, too! Sewists of all…
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What is a Waldorf Doll?
Waldorf dolls are soft handmade dolls made with natural materials. Traditionally, they have minimal facial features to promote imaginative play in children. Waldorf dolls hold a special place in my heart. I’ve made dozens over the years for my own children, and for my friend’s children, too! I also offer plenty of free patterns and…
