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Sewing How To: Patchwork – English Paper Piecing
Want to try a different patchwork technique? Have a go at English paper piecing – you don’t need a sewing machine for this method as it can all be done by hand and its a great alternative to machine quilting. Added bonus with this method is you can reuse the paper templates for multiple patchwork…
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Sewing Tutorial: Christmas Patchwork Striped Stocking
This Tutorial was originally published back in 2015, its had an update and the new version is here!. Fabric was gifted by The Craft Cotton Company. Perfect for hanging up this Christmas, this striped Christmas stocking would make a great gift. Striped Christmas Stocking Sewing Tutorial Materials needed Christmas themed fat quarter set. Pins. Scissors.…
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Sewing Tutorial: Patchwork Curved Fan Block Quilt
I received some lovely Japanese Florals fabric by The Craft Cotton Company and decided to do a fan block quilt. I must admit was a little daunted about all the curves – I don’t think I have ever sewn so may curved edges before, however, I made sure I took my time (I’m terrible for…
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Sewing Tutorial: Folded Star/Pine Burr Patchwork Cushion
A few triangles later a folded star cushion emerged…. I’ve been looking at folded star/pine burr quilt designs for a little while now and have been wanting to see if I could make one. I received some gorgeous floral fabric from The Craft Cotton Company and decided it was now or never and would give…
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Sewing Tutorial: Mini Tumbling Blocks Quilt
I have always stayed clear of tumbling blocks as they look a little tricky to get right, however, I finally decided to give them a try and am really pleased as I did as they look way more complicated than they are. This tutorial will show you how to make a mini tumbling blocks quilt.…
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Sewing Tutorial: Mosaic Patchwork Cushion
Following on from camel bunting, sprocket cushions and camel toys I also used the Moroccan Bazaar fabric by The Craft Cotton Company to make a mosaic effect patchwork cushion. I would have loved to make a quilt in this pattern but it would have taken me much longer than the time I had, especially since…
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