round-up: nine pillow sewing tutorials
in the realm of quick satisfaction sewing projects, throw pillows are pretty high up on the list. here are nine of my favorite pillow sewing tutorials, any one of which would be a great way to spruce...
View Articlefree printable: music themed valentines
valentine printables are one of my favorite things, and these music themed valentines are no exception. I firmly believe that all good valentines include as many puns as possible, intended of course....
View Articleround-up: valentine free printables
any of these ten valentine free printables are sure to help you fill your valentine’s day with love! from cards to envelopes to coloring pages, and even coffee sleeves, you’re certain to find...
View Articletutorial: xoxo embroidered valentine
how about we sneak in one more valentines’ day project, huh? this xoxo embroidered valentine, a quick project with hand-embroidered touches, will make a perfect card for someone you love. plus… stay...
View ArticleSelfish Sewing Week: Spring 2015
here in the midst of february cold, I know it doesn’t feel like it, but spring is on the way! and that means it’s nearly time for the spring edition of Selfish Sewing Week!! who is ready for a week of...
View Articlelet’s sew with knits: types of knit fabric
the knits section in the imagine gnats shop is about to expand in a big way, including new types of knit fabric like ponte de roma and french terry! so I thought it would be a good time to share some...
View Articlesewing: stuffed fox with antlers free pattern
This post is written by April of Modern Handmade. Hello! I’m so very excited to share the free pattern for this stuffed fox with antlers with you today. And I have to give a huge thank you to Rachael...
View Articleshop news: new knit fabrics!
they’re here! they’re here!! new knit fabrics are listed in the shop! fantastic new substrates of knit fabric in solids and fun prints are now listed in the shop. these fabrics have all been tested,...
View Articlelet’s sew with knits: how to measure stretch percentage
in this episode of let’s sew with knits, we’ll learn all about stretch, including how to measure stretch percentage (and why it’s important). many sewing patterns designed to be used with knit fabrics...
View Articletutorial: drawstring bag with zipper pouch
This post is written by Jenelle of Echinops & Aster. Every so often I come across a pattern that is so perfect and enjoyable to make that it must get made, over and over and over. Jeni Baker’s...
View Articlehand-stitching: sashiko cheat sheet
This post is written by Jo of Dotta. I’m excited to be sharing a Sashiko Cheat Sheet with you today, as well as printable download with some basic Sashiko patterns you can use! Let’s get things...
View Articleshop news: knits SALE!
what better way to get ready for Selfish Sewing Week than by stocking up on fabulous knits for all of your projects? by stocking up on fabulous knits on SALE, of course! ALL knits in the shop are now...
View Articledesktop background: hello (sunshine)
just in time for march, I’m sharing this bright and sunshine-y desktop background featuring my hand-lettered “hello”. click to choose the size you need below, and then you can right click on the image...
View Articlelet’s sew with knits: beginner knit sewing patterns
as part of the let’s sew with knits series, I thought it would be fun to share a round-up of my favorite beginner knit sewing patterns! also part of this series, you can learn about types of knit...
View Articleselfish sewing week: spring 2015 kick-off
today is the day! the spring edition of Selfish Sewing Week is kicking off with a bang, and I hope you’re all ready to get stitching for YOU! throughout the week, there will be TONS of inspiration...
View Articleselfish sewing week: oakridge blouse in voile
This sponsored post is written by Meg of Cookin’ and Craftin’. Selfish Sewing Week is back! I hope you’re all joining in and sewing something fun for yourself this week. Treat yo self. Am I right? My...
View Articleselfish sewing week: carolina mae dress in double gauze
This sponsored post is written by Monica of Adirondack Inspired. Well…it’s the most wonderful time of the yeeeaaaar. It’s selfish sewing week, you guys, and I have a Carolina Mae dress to share! At...
View Articleselfish sewing week: camas blouse made tunic
This sponsored post is written by Melissa of a happy stitch. Hello Selfish Sewers! I’m so excited to be here sharing my first Selfish Sewing make for the week. I’m such a huge fan of Rachael so I’m...
View Articleselfish sewing week: archer in voile
This sponsored post is written by April of Modern Handmade. Hooray for Selfish Sewing Week! I’ll be honest, the past few weeks have been selfish sewing weeks for me and it has been fun. I wanted to...
View Articleselfish sewing week: the julia cardi
This sponsored post is written by Caroline of SewCanShe.com. Hello Imagine Gnats fans! I’m super excited to be guest posting today and sharing my Julia Cardigan. This is a PDF pattern by Hayley of...
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