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DIY Christmas Ornaments Tutorial
Hi! I’m Cataleya, and today I’m going to show you how I made two cute 3D Christmas ornaments — a candy cane and a Christmas tree! These are super fun, beginner-friendly projects, and I used my favorite Clover tools to help me sew everything neatly. MATERIALS (candy cane ornament): two 10×10 cotton fabric pieces striped fabric cut on a 45° angle fiber fill (or scrap fabric!) jute ribbon 2-3″ thread to match MATERIALS (Christmas tree ornament): 7×7 green floral cotton (front) 7×7 cream flannel (back) fiber fill (or scrap fabric!) velvet…
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Sew a Cozy Fabric Bowl for Homemade Bread — Perfect for Fall
Hi everyone! My name is Cataleya (@happystitches_us on IG), a 10-year-old sewist wanted to sew a fabric bowl for my homemade sourdough bread — something soft, cozy, and perfectly “fall.” I picked a daisy print cotton fabric for the outside and a deep mushroom-green lining for the inside. Together, they felt like how I envision autumn: warm, natural, and just a little bit whimsical. From there, I started creating this cozy reversible bowl, filled with texture, color, and a tiny nod to the change of seasons. MATERIALS: two coordinating cotton…
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A Reversible Trick-or-Treat Tote Bag
This Halloween, 10-year-old sewist Cataleya created her own reversible tote bag—perfect for trick-or-treating and for everyday use afterward.She wanted something strong enough to hold candy yet cute enough to reuse for books and crafts once the season ends. She used cotton fabric and her favorite Clover sewing tools to design a simple, festive, and functional project. Her favorite part was adding a black gingham pumpkin face for a playful Halloween touch! MATERIALS: (Finished size: Approximately 11.75″ W × 14.75″ boxed corners) Rotary Cutter – for smooth, clean cutting through…
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Back to School: Create a Roll-Up Crayon Holder!
Hi friends! It’s Cataleya here! I’m new to the Clover blog rotation, but you can check out my IG @happystitches_us 🙂 I’m 10 years old, and my life revolves around sewing and my new golden-doodle puppy Flora! I’ve been sewing something fun for Back-to-School—a Roll-Up Crayon Holder! I got the idea because my little brothers always bring their big, chunky crayons everywhere, and they prefer their own crayons to the ones at restaurants. So I made this roll-up case to keep them neat for car rides, lessons, or just drawing…
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Hot Cocoa Ornament *sewing tutorial*
Hi everybody! I am extremely excited for the weather to start getting colder, because that means it’s the perfect hot cocoa weather. I love hot cocoa so I am excited to share a really fun and easy Hot Cocoa Ornament with you today! This project is a free pattern by Elea Lutz, who is a fabric designer and amazingly creative friend. This is such a great beginner friendly project and most of the supplies are things you would have on hand! We are going to use Elea’s pattern but I’ll…
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DIY Needle Holder Books <3 (sewing tutorial)
Happy September my sewing friends! Do any of you remember back in 2011 when fabric designer Amy Sinibaldi showed the sewing world her most precious little needle books that she made??? I clearly remember being completely enchanted with how darling they were. I’ve literally made SO many since then. They’re quick, easy, fun, and make the PERFECT gift. Today, I’m going to take you through the process as we whip one up. There are all kinds of needle book patterns and tutorials out there now, but I always come back…
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Halloween Treat Bucket -Sewing Tutorial
Hello Friends! I’m always so shocked when October comes and then suddenly it is Halloween time! Maybe you’re like me where you’d like a fun homemade Halloween treat bucket instead of a store-bought one… and you’re a week from Halloween? If so… well, I’ve got a treat for you today! Smile! Let’s make a Halloween Bucket! With just a little sewing experience you can have this bucket made in just a couple hours (or less). Treat Bucket Necessary Supplies: Fusible Flex Foam, 12 x 20-inch piece (*optional, see note…
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Cosmetic Zipper Pouch
Hello Friends! I hope wherever you are, you are enjoying some beautiful spring weather! I love it so much that I couldn’t resist digging in my fabric stash for some happy fabric to sew up into a great cosmetic pouch! I decided to share with you today because I have a feeling you’ll love this pouch as much as I do! I have to admit that I intended to make a pattern for a box shape cosmetic zipper pouch and write the tutorial to share with you. However,…
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Make A Punchneedle ‘Peeps Bunny’ Wallhanging!
Spring has sprung, and with it comes pastel colors, and my favorite type of marshmallow treats! Ever since I was little, I’ve loved the classic taste of a fluffy and ever-sweet peep. Eastertime is in full swing, so now is the perfect time to turn out a quick and adorable wall hanging to pay homage to the iconic shape of the peep bunny. All you need is the new punch needle and hoop, some bright yarn, and an afternoon to make this simple and fun conversation starter! Let’s get started…
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The Dahlia Tote Bag – Crochet Pattern
Hi fellow crafters! My name is Elisa from Strings and Cuddles! I am here again to share with you a new crochet pattern. I designed and crocheted this multi-purpose bag that I named The Dahlia Tote Bag. The name was suggested by a good friend and I love it! Dahlia symbolizes a new birth. Since it is springtime, plants and trees are coming to life again and that to me is a new birth! Thus, Dahlia is just the perfect name for our new pattern! It has been…
