March Quilt Block Challenge March is National Quilting Month. I have teamed up with Fave Quilts to create the March Quilt Block Challenge. Fave Quilts has TONS of amazing quilt and quilt block patterns for you to learn how to quilt. They also have great tutorials for increasing your quilting skill. I am tickled to be partnering with them for this fun challenge. Don’t forget
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Tons of Sewing Classes for All Levels
Sewing Classes Taking a class is one of the best ways to learn a new skill. Sewing classes are no exception! There are so many great classes out there so I have put together a few of the classes that I think are the most helpful no matter what your skin level is. If you want to learn to sew or just expand your sewing
Holiday Mason Jar Crafts Sewing Kit
Holiday Mason Jar Crafts Sewing Kit I have always loved mason jars. I mean they are so pretty and I just love all the cool things you can make with them. Well I finally figured out a way to bring my love of mason jars into my sewing life. These pillowcase kits make the perfect mason jar Christmas gifts. Each mason jar diy includes everything
How to Make a Quilt – The Beginner’s Guide
How to Make a Quilt – The Beginner’s Guide If you are new to quilting it might surprise you to know that there are so many sub-categories in quilting. In this post I will walk you through everything you need to know to start quilting. I will break down all the steps and give you all the resources you will need to learn how to
Must Make Modern Cross Stitch Patterns
Must Make Modern Cross Stitch Patterns Cross Stitch is a great hobby to keep yourself busy. I love taking it with me in my purse for a long car ride or while I am waiting at the doctor’s office. Cross stitch patterns have come a long way and you can find a ton of great modern cross stitch patterns that make a great gift or
The Best Easy Sewing Patterns and Tutorials
The Best Easy Sewing Patterns and Tutorials When you are just starting to sew it can feel so intimidating. I wanted to put together a list of all the best easy sewing patterns that you can find right here on Sew What Alicia. I focus on projects that are easy for all levels but some are tailored (see what I did there) for super newbies!
10+ Cute Christmas Sewing Patterns
10+ Cute Christmas Sewing Patterns It is that time again! Time to start sewing for Christmas! Well time to start last minute sewing for Christmas am I right? I have put together a fun collection of seriously cute Christmas sewing patterns for you to enjoy. Are you sewing for Christmas?? Here are 10 cute Christmas sewing patterns.
How to Use a Digital Pattern from Sew What Alicia
How to Use a Digital Pattern from Sew What Alicia I absolutely love designing digital patterns! I seriously have so many fun ideas floating around in my head! The patterns can be sort of confusing to use if you have never used one before so here is the best way to use the patterns that I design! Here is how to use a digital pattern
10+ Marvelous Map Projects to Stitch
10+ Marvelous Map Projects to Stitch I have been really loving maps lately, and judging by the sheer amount of awesome maps out there I know I am not alone! I wanted to put together a collection of some of my favorite map projects that you can stitch. When I say stitch I mean you can sew, cross stitch, or embroider these projects. Here are
What is Precut Fabric and How to Use It!
What is Precut Fabric and How to Use It! If you are new to sewing there are so many new terms and techniques that it can easily become confusing! There are SO many types of fabric that it is completely and totally overwhelming! This post is focusing on quilting cotton (not used only for quilting but that is what it is called) precuts. What is
5 Places to Learn to Sew for Free
5 Places to Learn to Sew for Free 5 Places to Learn to Sew for Free 2016 is the year of sewing and learning to sew! I am throwing everything I have into helping teach anyone who is interested how to sew. I have gathered a list of 5 great places to learn to sew for free. There are so many amazing resources out there on the
Longarm Quilting – Tips for Sending your Quilt Out
I love to quilt and I have made countless small quilts using just my at home machine. However sometimes you make that extra special quilt or a big quilt that just won’t fit on your tiny at home machine. Then you might need to send your quilt out for longarm quilting. I asked my local longarmer to help us out with some tips and tricks