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14+ Trendy and Fun Sewing Projects Perfect for Teens

14+ Trendy and Fun Sewing Projects Perfect for Teens

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Learn How to make a Pinwheel Star Quilt Block with our Free Pattern

blue zippered pouch on table with books in the background

Quilted Liberty Zip Bag Sewing Pattern

gray, green and white ohio star quilt block on white table

How to Make a 12-inch Ohio Star Quilt Block

Pink, white and black cat quilt hanging on white wall

The Cat Dash Quilt Pattern & Project Kits

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20+ Quilt Patterns Perfect for Spring Sewing

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How to Organize your Quilting WIP’s

navy floral lined drawstring bag on white table

How to Make a Fat Quarter Drawstring Laundry Bag

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Sewing on a Budget: 8 Tips to Save Money When Quilting

quilted pinwheel fold over zip pouch on white table with sewing notions

Pretty Pinwheels Quilted Fold Over Pouch Tutorial

15 Adorable Things to Sew for a New Baby

15 Adorable Things to Sew for a New Baby

colorful striped ribbon zip pouches on scarf

How to Upcycle Designer Ribbon into a Beautiful Zip Pouch; a Sewing Pattern

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A Beginner’s Guide to Constructing Quilt Blocks

Mint and green quilt top

Introducing the Arctic Sparkler Quilt Pattern

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How to Clean and Care for Handmade Quilts & Printable Quilt Care Gift Tags

gray and purple quilt block on white cutting mat

Twelve Inch Bow Tie Quilt Block Pattern

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How to Make an Upcycled Quilt Block Sweatshirt

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20 Cozy Quilt Projects Perfect for Winter Sewing!

pink and gray sawtooth star quilt block on white cutting mat

How to Make a Sawtooth Star Quilt Block

Blue and green quilt blocks on white cutting mat with quilt ruler and rotary cutter

Stitch Your Way Through the Year! Join our 2025 Quilt Block of the Month Program

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2025 Printable Monthly Project & Quilt Planner Pages

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Sew Smart! Make a Pincushion That Attaches to Your Machine

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2024 Best of the Blog; Reader Favorite Projects

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How to Finish Your Christmas Quilt; Festive Friends Quilt Along

Yellow and light mint quilt block on white cutting mat - quilt block is a star shape

Corner Star Quilt Block Pattern for the Festive Friends Quilt Along

green and white bow quilt block on white cutting mat

Christmas Bow Quilt Block Pattern for Festive Friends Quilt Along

brown and white gingerbread quilt block on white table

A “Sweet” Gingerbread Man Quilt Block Pattern for the Festive Friends Quilt Along

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Merry & Bright Candle Neighbor Gift Idea

Red, black white and gold santa claus quilt block on white table

Santa Claus Quilt Block for the Festive Friends Quilt Along

black and white snowman quilt block on white cutting mat

Stitch a Snowman! Snowman Quilt Block Pattern for the Festive Friends Quilt Along

Elf quilt block on white cutting mat with sewing notions

Sew an Elf Quilt Block for the Festive Friends Christmas Quilt Along

green quilt block on white cutting mat with text overlay

Join Me for the Festive Friends Christmas Quilt Along

red and white pieced santa claus hat quilt block with green background on pink cutting mat

Sew a Jolly Santa Hat Quilt Block with our FPP Pattern

Christmas tree pincushion on wood table with thread in the background

Create a Festive Christmas Tree Pincushion: A Holiday Sewing Pattern

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A Few of My Favorite Things; Gift Ideas for Quilters

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Creative Things to Sew with Christmas Fabrics

gray disney sweashirt on table with mickey ears

DIY Quilt-As-You-Go Disney Sweatshirt

Blue quilt with white, red and green sailboat quilt blocks

The Stripey Sails & Stars Quilt Pattern

blue and ivory baby quilt on bed with gray elephant toy

Beginner Friendly Irish Chain Baby Quilt Pattern

orange and blue round pincushion on wood table

A “Little Bit Extra” Pin Cushion Sewing Pattern

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From Quilt Blocks to Boo-tiful: The Spooky Shelfie Table Runner

Free Pattern for a 6 inch and 12 inch Shoo Fly Quilt Block

Free Pattern for a 6 inch and 12 inch Shoo Fly Quilt Block