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Simple Face Mask With Visor – Make It And Be Safer For It

This simple face mask with visor is an idea that was sent in by Mary Smith from Olympia, Washington about 3 weeks ago. Since then it has become the third most requested pattern in the history of So-Sew-Easy. I think face masks may be here to stay, so I'll be … Continue reading →

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Shirring Without Elastic Thread

So what is shirring anyway? In preparation for a new project this week, I want to introduce you to a technique called shirring (which is sometimes known as smocking) with a simple practice tutorial. According to Wikipedia, “shirring is two or more rows of gathers that are used to decorate … Continue reading →

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75+ FREE Teddy Bear Sewing Patterns

Do You Love Teddy Bears As Much As I Do? Like many people, when I was growing up, I had a favorite teddy bear. I kept that bear for years and years. Fortunately, it was years ago, so the bear was of high quality and the stuffing was natural cotton, … Continue reading →

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How to Get Traffic to Your Etsy Shop

I know that a lot of you sell what you sew. Whether that's online in your own store, or on sites like Etsy and Artfire or Folksy, the biggest hurdle to success usually falls into a single reason – traffic. So how to get traffic to your Etsy shop? Just … Continue reading →

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Mouse Pincushion FREE Sewing Tutorial: On Sewing4Free

Adorable pincushion pattern to make a mouse or strawberry, perhaps a chicken, or use your imagination. This easy pattern of 11 steps (with drawings) to create a cute pyramid shape pin cushion about 4-5 inches. You can make it look like a strawberry with the right fabric, and a small piece of felt cut in leaf shape.

Multi-purpose Tech or Tablet Bag Pattern: Final Week to Save 50%

Do you own an iPad, tablet, reader, Kindle, small laptop or other mobile computer? Then you'll probably want to take it out and about with you and this bag has been specially designed with that in mind. But even if you don't have a techie item to carry, its a useful bag with some great pockets and features that you'll love.

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