You've made quilts with bat designs on them for Halloween, but have you ever actually made a bat? Erika Mulvenna at WeAllSew has a fun tutorial for you to make your very own Spooky Halloween Bat that you can use to decorate your house for the ghostly season (and to leave up afterwards if you just want surprise people too!)
Everyone needs one of these quick and practical Tool Caddy and Thread Catchers from Erika Mulvenna at WeAllSew. And wouldn't it make a great gift for your friends? Drape it over your favorite armchair and load it up with your favorite tools!
From Erika Mulvenna at WeAllSew: "If you’re tired of fishing for lost phones and remotes in your couch cushions, try this DIY Remote Caddy to keep them all organized. The inside pockets comfortably hold two smart phones, and the outside pockets hold 3 remote controls. It’s also a handy place to store eyeglasses and keep those out of the couch cushions, too!"
From Erika Mulvenna at WeAllSew: "Learn to make a little tea wallet with scraps of fabric to go anywhere with a selection of your favorite teas! Not only is the tea wallet a great project for using up small scraps from your stash, but it also makes the perfect gift for anyone who loves tea (Mother’s Day, teacher appreciation, International Tea Day, or hostess gift)."
Pin collecting and trading is a hobby that has taken the world by storm in recent years and we all just love to display the pins we've got. Whether they're on your backpack, coat, or purse, you want to show off your personal flair with your collectibles. But with that display comes the possibility of that pin falling off and being lost too. Not anymore, as Erika Mulvenna at WeAllSew has a Pin Display Handbag for you to prevent that very thing from happening. Display your pins proudly, and keep them safe too, using this "handy" (get it?) display bag tutorial.
Want to keep your books protected and give them a stylish flair all their own? Look no further than Erika Mulvenna's latest project for WeAllSew, where she will show you how to make a Simple Fabric Book Cover with ease.
Want to protect your scissors and feel like a knight of the round table at the same time? Then Erika Mulvenna at WeAllSew has a great project for you. She will teach you how to make your own sheath for your sword, excuse me, Scissors Case that you can finish in just under an hour and lets you use up some scraps from your stash as well. Sounds like a win-win to us!
"Learn how to make a set of cat wand toys featuring a floppy fish, a chonky mouse or a spooky spider" from Erika Mulvenna at WeAllSew. This fun project will make a great treat for your cat to enjoy for hours on end once finished.
Everybody has a throw pillow on their couch, but most people don't have one that stands out and makes you say wow. Make a DIY Textured Throw Pillow that adds a "pop of color and character to your home" from this tutorial by Erika Mulvenna at WeAllSew and have your couch be the envy of your friend's couches.
It's February on Wednesday, which means we're just two weeks shy of Valentine's Day. That's plenty of time to make this Modern Love Mini Quilt from Erika Mulvenna at WeAllSew. "This mini wall hanging has a retro vibe with an 8-bit graphic lettering style, inspired by Robert Indiana’s famous “LOVE” sculptures." Make it for someone you love, yourself, or as decoration for that party you're going to throw. Whatever the occasion, we just know you'll "LOVE" it when it's done.
Want somewhere to play your card games AND store your cards too? Erika Mulvenna at WeAllSew has got just the thing for you. She's created a quilted Portable Playing Card Mat with a secret pocket to store your cards that's "big enough to lay on a cafe table or park bench to play a full game of solitaire (or any other game if you’re playing with friends)." Make your own and get in on the fun!
Erika Mulvenna at WeAllSew has a great way for using up your fall-colored fabric scraps. Using your sewing machine and a few other craft supplies, you can make a bunch of fall leaves to decorate your home. Follow along with this tutorial to make a fall leaf garland, trivet, and table runner.
We all have big storage containers for our many irons, quilting mats, and other ephemera, but what do you have to hold your little everyday knick-knacks on your quilting table that you need at a moment's notice? Erika Mulvenna at WeAllSew has an easy tutorial for you to make Pint-Sized Baskets made from fabric so you won't have trouble finding those trinkets ever again!
If you're not in the mood to make an Easter Basket or an Easter Bunny Mini Quilt for Easter, how about some Easter Ornaments? Erika Mulvenna at WeAllSew has some instructions to make these fun and out of the box decorations that will surely bring a smile to your face!
We recently featured the first part of Erika Mulvenna's tutorial on how to make Mini Patchwork Ornaments from WeAllSew, and now it's time for Part Two! Get the scoop on how to finish up your ornaments that are sure to spread that holiday cheer.
What's better than a gift from a store for the holidays? How about a handmade gift made with love and a personal touch! Erika Mulvenna at WeAllSew has a new tutorial to show you how to make Mini Patchwork Ornaments that any friend or family member would love. And stay tuned, part two of this tutorial is right around the corner.
Want to make a great gift for that furry companion in your life? Erika Mulvenna at WeAllSew has an easy tutorial for you to help you make a Kennel Quilt for that dog, cat, or little fluff ball of yours' carrier or kennel. Time for them to be just as snuggled as you are with your quilts!
With October only a few days away, there's no better time to get a head start on your Halloween directions. For starters, how about a Sugar Skull Mug Rug from Erika Mulvenna at WeAllSew. It's a great project "to celebrate Halloween, Dia de los Muertos, or any day you are feeling a little spooky."
"Make a fun little color wheel pincushion to brighten up your sewing space with this free paper pieced pattern and tutorial. Customize your color wheel colors to remind you of your favorite color system, or create your very own personal color wheel."