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Yourself SIY – Projects SIY – Blog SIY Experts SIY Videos SIY – Hub SIY – Projects SIY – Blog SIY Experts SIY Videos SIY – Hub 10 May Quilting for Beginners: 7 Easy Quilt Projects to Get Started Have you ever wanted to become a quilter? Known for piecing together pieces of fabric and finishing them into multilayered quilted blankets, quilters are true fabric artists! If you’re feeling intimated about making a quilt of your own, don’t be. There are SEW many tutorials and free patterns designed specifically for those who are just getting started! We’ve rounded up Read more May 10, 2024 Fabric & Sewing , Fashion & Trends , Tips & Tricks 05 May Nautical Beach Tote & Sunglasses Case Featured Fabric: The Blank Quilting Corp. Ocean Oasis by Patricia Pinto Pattern Design by: Lindsay Conner (Sunglasses case adapted from Gluesticksblog) Sewn by: Lindsay Conner Get ready for a day at the beach! This roomy and sturdy tote bag, complete with large rope handles, is a modern take on nautical accessories. Just grab and go with this perfect carryall you can fill with Read more May 5, 2024 Crafts & Projects , Fabric & Sewing 26 April Inspirations of Patricia Pinto Designer for The Blank Quilting Corp. Tell us about yourself. Originally from Colombia, South America, I have been immersed in the beauty of nature since childhood. Since relocating to Florida in 1999, I’ve carried with me a deep-rooted appreciation for art and design, inherited from my family’s legacy of artistic pursuits spanning architecture, painting, decoration, and interior design. What inspires you? My inspiration has always come from the beauty Read more April 26, 2024 Artists & Designers , Fabric & Sewing 19 April DIY Garden Flag Featuring: Henry Glass Fabrics Gift of Grateful Praise by Janet Rae Nesbitt Pattern Design by: Meredith Daniel Sewn by: Meredith Daniel Today I get to share one of the easiest sewing projects you can make that can add beauty to your landscape. Springtime is my favorite time of year because the earth awakens with vibrant colors and everything seems to be blooming. So, Read more April 19, 2024 Crafts & Projects , Fabric & Sewing 12 April Shop Spotlight: The Crabby Quilter By Lindsay Conner It’s been more than six years since Cathy Thornton and her brother-in-law Tony and sister, Marti went into business together by opening a quilt shop. Knowing what they know now, they wouldn’t change a thing! When Tony retired from the military, he was interested in buying a turn-key operation,” she explains. [Family Photo] In his search for a new business, Read more April 12, 2024 Creating Community 05 April Summer Sun Bucket Hat Featured Fabric: Henry Glass & Co. Surf’s Up by Barb Tourtillotte Pattern Design by: Apple Green Cottage Sewn by: Lindsay Conner Are you ready to start sewing some easy projects for summer? This bucket hat comes in five sizes (for kids and adults) and looks cute sewn in summer-themed fabrics! I used the free sewing pattern and tutorial from Apple Green Cottage, and Read more April 5, 2024 Crafts & Projects , Fabric & Sewing , Fashion & Trends 29 March Inspirations Of Barb Tourtillotte Designer For Henry Glass Fabrics Tell us about yourself. Hello! My name is Barb Tourtillotte (pronounced Tour-till-oh), and I have loved creating art since I was a wee one… drawing on walls, doodling, painting, crafts, sewing, and drawing. I got my degree in graphic design and illustration (long before we had computers!). I then started a graphic design studio called Graphicworks which I worked at for Read more March 29, 2024 Artists & Designers , Fashion & Trends , Uncategorized 22 March Organize It Basket Featured Fabric: Studio E Fabrics Garden Party by Maureen Fiorellini Pattern design by: Heidi Pridemore Sewn by: Heidi Pridemore Skill Level: Advanced Beginner The Organize It Basket is perfect to use while working on a project. You can store the fabric pieces inside. Use the outside pockets for the project tools and threads. This basket also works great for extra storage in the kitchen, Read more March 22, 2024 Crafts & Projects , Fabric & Sewing 16 March Villa Rosa Designs Fast & More Fun Blog Hop – March 14-21 2024 Happy National Quilting Day! What better way to celebrate than by joining your community of makers for the Villa Rosa Designs Fast & More Fun Blog Hop? SIY-Sew It Yourself is SEW excited to be a participant in this year’s hop. A HUGE thanks to Villa Rosa for organizing this hop and to all the generous sponsors for offering amazing prizes! Today Read more March 16, 2024 Artists & Designers , Crafts & Projects , Fabric & Sewing , Fashion & Trends 08 March Beginner’s Guide to Sewing Garments: 6 Easy Projects to Get Started Embarking on the journey of sewing your own garments can be both exciting and intimidating, especially if you’re new to the craft. However, with the right guidance and some beginner-friendly projects, you’ll be stitching up your own fashionable clothing in no time! These beginner-friendly sewing projects offer a great chance to practice essential sewing skills while creating wearable garments. Remember to Read more March 8, 2024 Fabric & Sewing , Fashion & Trends , Tips & Tricks 1 2 3 4 5Last » Next Page » Search previous posts... Search Previous Posts Prairie Point Ornament June 20, 2022 Featuring: Kaffe Fassett Collective for FreeSpirit 5” Charms Pattern Design by: Sharon Thornton, Inspiration Manager, FreeSpirit Fabrics Sewn by: Sharon Thornton Skill Level: Advanced Beginner This quick and [click for more…] Jazzy Pouch September 23, 2022 Featuring: Blank Quilting Corp. All That Jazz by Hannah of Pencil & Ink Studios Sewn by: Shankari Paradee, Sewl Sister This is a very simple intermediate project that gives you the opportunity to try out [click for more…] Make Your Own Shower Curtain June 23, 2023 Featuring: FreeSpirit Fabrics 108” Delphinium Quilt Backing by Anna Maria Pattern Design by: Kristie J. Smith Sewn by: Kristie J. Smith I recently moved to a new city to start a new life chapter. We found a [click for more…] Spruce Up Your Home for Fall: 5 Easy Fabric Projects August 18, 2023 By Lindsay Conner The air is crisp, the leaves are starting to change—fall is near, and it’s the perfect time to give your home a cozy autumn makeover! Though not everyone has time to whip up a [click for more…] Inspirations of Karen Montgomery Quilter & Designer for Studio E Fabrics March 1, 2024 Tell us about yourself. I am a quilter, and I love what I do. You may know me, not because of my designs, but because I run a group called Nine Patch A Day Group on Facebook where I go live most Sunday [click for more…] Shop Spotlight: Coneflower Quilt Co. November 11, 2022 By Lindsay Conner If you’re looking for an online quilt shop with a variety of beautiful, modern, and traditional fabrics, swing over to Coneflower Quilt Co. and have a look! Owned by Renee Wald and her [click for more…] Shop Spotlight: The Quilted Nest September 27, 2023 In 2011, Robin Laino was working in corporate finance. Tired of the game” and the drain on her creativity and time to create, she knew it was time to take a leap of faith. That year, she resigned from her job [click for more…] DIY Bunting April 7, 2023 Featuring: Henry Glass Fabrics Memories in Redwork by Stacy West Pattern Design by: Meredith Daniel Sewn by: Meredith Daniel One of the most fun beginner projects, in my opinion, is a classic flag bunting. [click for more…] The Inspirations of Mary Jane Carey – Designer for Henry Glass Fabrics August 1, 2022 Tell us about yourself. I was born a few miles from downtown Los Angeles. My journey then took me northward to Berkeley and San Francisco in the 60’s and then back & forth across the US. I finally ended up [click for more…] ? IT’S SIY HUB GIVEAWAY TIME! ⁠ ⁠ Meet us ?Comment if you’re SEW excited to make this for ? Check out what @theowlshaven made with her ne Load More Follow on Instagram Copyright 2023 - Jaftex Corp. Join SIY-Sew It Yourself - Start here with your e-mail First...