Beginner Sewing Projects

These 5.5 inch coasters are double fused with fleece for extra absorbency and protection for your furniture. Can use coordinating fabrics as desired. Requires 1/3 yd of fabric (44W x 12L) to make 6 coasters if using just one fabric, if using coordinating fabrics, bring 2- 3 fat quarters (can safely make 3 coasters from 1 fat quarter) or 1/4 yd will make 3 coasters, so bring 2-3 coordinating 1/4 yards. 

 18W x 13L reversible placemats using the pillowcase method can be quilted if desired. Choose one fabric or two coordinating quilting weight cotton fabrics. You will need 1 yard for front and 1 yard for back or bring 2 yards of one fabric. (makes 4 placemats)

Inner fleece will be provided.

Create a pair of accent pillow covers for your home! What to bring: two pillow inserts (available at JoAnn fabrics) - size options: 10, 12, 14, 15, 16, or 18 inch square. You will need 1/2 to 7/8 yards per pillow depending on size you choose - quilting weight cotton or home decor fabric. The fabric will overlap neatly on the back using the envelope style -  no zipper needed. Contact me for the yardage requirements for the above sizes prior to your purchase. 

 5 in. tall, 6 in. wide with a 4 in. flat bottom - this basket is fun to make and useful for small items (I have them all over my house) and makes a nice gift filled with goodies too! Fused with both woven interfacing and fleece, it stands well on its own. You will need 1/3 yard if using the same fabric throughout the basket OR 1/4 yard (or 1 fat quarter) for outer and handle pcs. and 1/4 yard (or 1 fat quarter) for lining. 

Totes are great to have around for anything! You have a choice of a large tote measuring 16w x 12h x 4 in. flat bottom or an X-large tote measuring 19w x 13h with a 6 in. flat bottom (a perfect grocery tote.) Straps are reinforced. For large tote you will need 1/2 yd for outer bag/straps, and 1/2 yd. for lining. For Grocery-sized tote - you will need 5/8 yd. for outer/strap, and 5/8 yard for lining. 

The zipper installation on this beautiful wristlet is quite easy. Inside seams are neat and tidy using the zigzag stitch. Reinforced with fusible fleece for added structure. Uses a  1/2 inch D-ring and lobster claw hook for strap. (provided.) You will need 1/3 yards (will have leftover fabric but need this much for the length) of a non-directional print (one that looks good from any direction) OR one fat quarter (best option, no waste) Basic zipper colors available. If you prefer to order your own, you will need at least a 10 in. YKK #4.5 nylon zipper. Wawak Sewing Supply Link 

The zipper installation on this project is super easy. You will need to bring a #3 zipper that is at least 10 inches long, 1/4 yards of cotton outer fabric, and 1/4 yard of cotton lining - (or a fat quarter of each). 

These cloth napkins are made with mitered corners for a professional look. Fabric requirement varies with size napkin you choose. Prior to purchasing your fabric, email me for the size/yardage chart.