Wednesday, January 20, 2021

scrappy hot pad tutorial

 This is what i have been up to all week! Clearing out my fabric stash! And I put together this tutorial for you!

its available on youtube! https://youtu.be/_aGEKydPB38

This is a 7x7 square

You will need:

 insul bright

 warm and natural

 fabric for the back

 fabric for the binding 

 fabric for the loop. 


I will show you how to stitch the binding with your machine but you can also hand stitch the binding.

The testing method we will use is Curved   pins. 



You also have the option of using spray basting and I will attach the affiliate link down below.

You will also need a walking foot for the straight line quilting method when you quilt your hot pad.

The binding with will be cut 2 3/4 inches wide. 




Click on the link for a detail step by step guide to make a beautiful scrappy hot pad.

https://youtu.be/_aGEKydPB38








Sunday, January 17, 2021

String Quilt Block Tutorial

 Heart strings quilt block

Every Wednesday I will bring you a new episode regarding a scrappy sewing project. 






I'm going through all my pretty fabrics!

You will need some tissue paper and scrappy strips of fabric that are 1 inch wide.  This is a two part series.

 We are only making the quilt block during this episode then in part 2 we will quilt the block into a hot pad.


Skills you will use, cutting, sew on a bias. Stabilize sewing, 


The second part of the video we will use warm and natural  and insul bright.  you’ll also need fabric for the back and fabric for the binding.

Other videos in the Scrappy serIes:

 Scrappy pin cushion:  https://youtu.be/6RAB8xMSk4M


With today's focus shifting back to family and home, new and experienced sewers are choosing simple, practical projects for use in their homes or as gifts. Pot holders, oven mitts, lunch bags, water heater cover, ironing board cover and casserole covers are all projects made functional and safe with Insul-Bright. 


You can purchase the following:  (affiliate links)

Warm and natural https://amzn.to/2XLvOwU

Insul- bright https://amzn.to/3rPksWl





Friday, January 8, 2021

Unboxing Barbie's Sewing Machine

 


When I saw this I had to grab it!
I have so many plans for Barbie!

And this dress form!


Click on the link to see the dress I made for her!  https://youtu.be/5WvvrilVfEI

I’m here to inspire you to make beautiful handmade things and I would love to be part of your sewing journey. Subscribe If you find my channel helpful. You can also follow me on Instagram @simplydelilah1





Wednesday, January 6, 2021

Scrappy fabric Sewing!

 Introducing a new series!


You get to fall in love with your fabrics all over again. Hand select each strip to make a perfect scrappy pin cushion. We will even attach a loop so you can hang this on your peg board.




scrappy strips pin cushion

What you will need:

1” strips of fabric

Tissue paper

4” square fabric for the back

4” square warm and natural 

Walnut shells or batting


Skills you will use, cutting, sew on a bias. Stabilize sewing, straight stitch quilting. Hand stitching. 


Walnut shells for  the pincushion filling:  https://amzn.to/3pIex3C






I’m here to inspire you to make beautiful handmade things and I would love to be part of your sewing journey. Subscribe If you find my channel helpful. You can also follow me on Instagram @simplydelilah1

https://linktr.ee/Simplydelilah

 




Sewing for beginners, how to sew, scraps of fabric ideas, Scrap fabric creations, how to make a pincushion. Strips of fabric. Scrappy sewing projects pincushion, quilted pincushion 

Saturday, January 2, 2021

Apron Tutorial with Pockets

 How to make an apron with pockets. This also has an adjustable neck strap. 

Step by Step tutorial using modern floral fabrics.

This DIY project requires No pattern template needed. My video will show you the measurements and how to cut and sew one super fast and easy! 




This apron is adjustable and easy.

You need almost 2 yards of fabric for the main apron piece, pinking shears, tape measure, sharpie, fabric for the straps, safety pin, sewing gage and fabric for the pocket.

All sewing is with 1/4 inch seam allowance.

Skills used:

sewing a casing, sewing straps, using pinking sheers,  sewing 1/4" seem allowance, sewing with cotton fabrics,

 


Fabric used: Riley Blake Splendor from Etsy

Affiliate Items I used in my tutorial:

Pinking Sheers: https://amzn.to/3nLGYx2

If you made an apron, please share with me on Instagram @simplydelilah1




 I’m here to inspire you to make beautiful handmade things and I would love to be part of your sewing journey. Subscribe If you find my channel helpful. You can also follow me on Instagram @simplydelilah1

 by the end of this video you should know:
How to make an apron with pockets, how to sew an apron without a pattern, how to cut and sew apron, apron pocket ideas, how to make a cute apron, Make an apron step-by-step, how much fabric is needed for an apron, make an adjustable neck strap apron

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