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Sew a 3D Applique Project!
With a few smaller-scale quilts under my belt, I thought what better time than now to try out some new quilting techniques for my next project! I’ve always adored the look of applique work on handmade quilts. The more intricately detailed and unique, the better! My favorite of all, though, are those applique pieces that use 3D elements, whether it be simple accents like pom-poms and tassels, or more uncommon, like braids of yarn used as hair. Since the holiday season is in full swing, I decided to keep with…
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Sew a Drop Shoulder Cardigan from a Blanket!
Each culture has objects that become unanimous with it. Growing up, I was always surrounded by many items I believe would fall into the “Mexicana” category. Whether it was foods like my favorite empanadas or art like Talavera tiles, these things were ever-present. One such item that always seemed to be everywhere I turned was the humble Falsa Blanket. These blankets are traditional Mexican woven blankets that are often made of recycled cotton and acrylics. Like many Mexican families, we have a handful of these blankets laying around. With the…
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Self Care Soothing Eye Pillows
We try to take a little time for self-care each day. Try…
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Embroidery Stitching Tool Hoop Art
This week my son and I had the opportunity to try the Clover Embroidery Stitching Tool to make some sweet hoop art. We had never tried this method of stitching but were absolutely mesmerized by some of the videos we had seen of it being done.