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Let’s talk about a little sewing tool that can make a big difference: the compensating foot!

If you’ve never used one before, don’t worry—it’s much easier than it sounds, and it’s going to be your new best friend, especially when it comes to sewing down binding on a quilt.

I love using this foot because it helps keep everything neat and even, which can sometimes be tricky when you’re dealing with those layers of fabric and batting.

The compensating foot is designed to handle uneven thicknesses, which is exactly what we face when ...

Composition, embroidery on paper.

hand embroidery prep

embroidery on paper and cloth, a chat.

These baby hand mittens are sooo perfect for keeping those little fingers with sharp nails away from scratching their face. It’s such a struggle with newborns – their fingernails and mini daggers and they can do some crazy damage to their face with scratches.

This easy to sew baby mittens is the answer! With ribbing (that I upcycled from a tank top) and double gauze fabric, they can be quickly sewn in pairs and are great for showers, gifts and can totally be last minute as they will sew up in half an hour or less!

For these no scratch ...

If you’re looking for a quick way to finish your quilt top without diving into the world of traditional hand quilting or setting up your sewing machine with a walking foot, then hand-tying a quilt might be the perfect method for you!

It’s one of the quickest ways to secure the layers of your quilt sandwich without much fuss.

Using materials like embroidery floss, wool yarn, or even perle cotton, you can tie the layers of the quilt together with a series of small simple knots that not only hold everything in place but can also add a ...

embroiderers artist books, sketchbooks, ledgers, design. A video.

a pocket for an embroidered seam

hand embroidery, a video chat

Have you tried the hera marker yet?!

If you’ve been quilting or sewing for a while, you’ve probably heard of the Hera marker—but if you haven’t tried it yet, you’re in for a treat!

This simple tool may not look like much at first glance, but it can completely change the way you mark your fabric.

No more worrying about smudged lines, fading ink, or finding the right marking tool for different fabrics.

The Hera marker uses pressure to create a crease in the fabric, giving you a clear line to follow while sewing or ...

Little eyelets and web stitch, a video.

When the folks on the By Annie team reached out to me about being part of their #SewPink initiative to raise awareness

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Get ready to create a charming pumpkin quilt block with our free pattern. Sewing this adorable design is a breeze, and I’ve got a bonus for you too!

Once you’ve made three of these pumpkins, you can turn them into a delightful table runner. Enjoy the fun and festivities with our free pumpkin quilt block pattern.

This traditional patchwork design is perfect for beginners and uses supplies you probably already have in your stash.

You’ll need an off-white fabric for the background and some orange or fall-colored fabric for the pumpkin itself.

No fancy techniques or notions ...

Another patchwork edge and a few French knots.

Hand embroidery, applique, web stitch and chain stitch.

embroidered artist book

surface design.....composition......embroidery

hand embroidery

Little half circle applique pockets

mounting embroidered samples....thinking out loud....a video